Joined on 24 May 2005, soon after the closing of Billmon's Whyskey Bar and found myself orphaned and in need of somewhere else suitably progressive.
Haven't been much of a diary writer, but I constantly read the numerous diaries of interest to me and appreciate the many robust and feisty discussions where I do not hesitate to intervene with comments.
Needless to say, with strong memories of 2008, I'm particularly looking forward to 2016.
Thanks to one and all for a forum and a community which has become very much a part of my daily routine.