Blogging and the irony of life...

I must say it's a funny thing. I never thought in a MILLION years that I would have a blog. And if I did, it probably would have been political. Not that I didn't have anything to say (au contraire), or that my life wasn't "interesting". I guess I'm just Gen X enough to want to live my life off-line and not broadcast every little thing happening in my life. I was never big on diary writing either, though I am a master of contemplation. I just liked to keep my thoughts to myself (until now, of course) and to those closest to me. I never even read a lot of blogs until I started really dealing w/my IF. That is, except Michelle's...

My 1st year college roommate (that's what they call it at a woman's college ;) ) has been keeping a great blog since 2000(!) and now has a book deal to boot(!!).

The Underwear Drawer Blog



If you are interested in how real New Yorkers think, medicine, intelligent and sarcastic humor, etc., she's your gal. She has two adorable kids now (!!!) and has moved to Atlanta for her husband's medical fellowship.

When I was thinking of names for my blog, the most resonant were those dealing with irony, since I just can't get over how ironically so many things in my life have played out. But I thought using one of my favorite quotes would be a bit more upbeat, while still pointing out the irony that this is not "the life i've imagined" in many important respects. It's a constant journey, each day making decisions about the life you want to lead. Based on what you thought you'd do and dealing the best you can with what life throws your way. So here's to blogging... (!!!!)