Welcome. You may find nothing here of interest. You may find a kindred spirit or a despicable enemy. I will be disappointed if you find a simplistic point of view. I may move to the center of the herd from time to time, but usually just to stir up trouble.
When you visit a performer, especially one new to the stage, the rule of thumb is this: applaud the first number wildly, no matter how appalling it is. That way, the performer will gain confidence, and you will get a better show. After the show, give them feedback, thoughful comment, engage with them.
Applause is always nice, but better is engagement. You don't have to engage - I'm sure most of you won't, and why should you - but if you do, engage constructively, even if you bitterly disagree. (If you can't do that, why are you here? There's not enough meat on me to satisfy a troll - there are much juicier bloggers just over there around the corner...)
It is a great privilege to be able to write whatever I want with at least the chance of reaching an interested audience, no matter how seldom or how few. I'll try not to forget that.
Be seeing you.
you hsve such a wonderful way of expressing yourself Pete. everytime i read words or hear your lyrics i soak them up with admiration. much love Kathi
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