Greetings, Heart of Loia!
Brylcreem, a little dab’ll do ya,
Brylcreem, ya’ll look so debonair.
Brylcreem, the gals will pursue ya.
Just rub a little of it in yer hair!
Breaking the 4th Wall for a Moment
In my experience, being followed (subscribed) here on EthicalDative by a fellow blogger is oftener than not a death knell for ever hearing from that blogger again. Perhaps I’ve been remiss in voicing the pleasure I receive from the not-too-frequent event. I would like to improve my performance in this respect as 2026 dawns. Maybe more “followers” will show up again. I’m keen always to explore a new followship straightaway, seeking common ground and new vistas. Where I find such and am confident I can commit to reading/viewing their output and paying faithful attention, I’m happy to enter into proactive two-way communion. Since I don’t take the commitment to follow lightly, it’s easier to do so for blogs which don’t post with extreme frequency or at great length. This is not to critique such practice, only to confess my own limitations.
This serves also to express gratitude and love to all who do me the honor of reading and looking at my stuff. You are what spirits this barque over the waters!
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A witty and engaging piece, with a humorous and nostalgic opening that immediately captivates, followed by a very honest reflection on what it means to follow and be followed in the blogosphere. The breaking of the fourth wall to discuss the genuine commitment involved in reading, commenting, and engaging in authentic dialogue, beyond mere numbers, is truly appreciated.
Your gratitude feels sincere and warm, making it clear that what matters is not quantity, but the authentic connection between those who share and those who read. A deeply human and necessary message.
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A kind and perceptive comment. Thank you for this response. You make the points better than I do! (The blog link I posted isn’t working. I’ll try to fix it.) Best regards.
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