Having written this blog for over twelve years, I feel that I'm uniquely qualified to present, explain, and apologize for, if any of that is needed or requested, exactly what the blog is about.
1) my personal satisfaction
2) to share with followers of the blog
3) to share with my personal friends
4) to share with social media friends
5) to share what it's about with new readers
If you're a regular here, then you already know anything I might think to add. If you are new and have questions, please leave a comment.
The Circular Journey has found an audience of several thousand followers. Those followers log in from more than 50 different countries that circle the globe. This blog ranks #3 on the first page of more than 14 pages of hits from a Google search using the keywords, "circular journey". (Oct. 16, 2004 3:30PM EDT)
The blog details listed in the paragraph above may not impress you but they impress me every time I think of it. And I'm proud to say it's all organic--I have never promoted nor paid Google to promote The Circular Journey in the twelve years it's been active.
But that's enough of my self-congratulations. Let's look at what others have to say about the blog. I've taken the liberty of editing some of the comments but only for length and clarity.
A different way of understanding circular journey:
A Circular Journey allows the reader many different experiences with a single pass. Circular journeys are actually made up of many individual journeys that allow for maximum flexibility. You can enjoy the full experience, or if you wish, the partial experience, on your own schedule, taking breaks along the way without missing anything.
~~ Indian Rail Enquiry
For the record, I find the paragraph above to be a completely accurate description of The Circular Journey blog as much as the Circular Journey provided by Indian Rail.
Praise for The Circular Journey
I love your brain. Every bit of it. But especially the bits that write gems like this. OMG, Genome, you are a brilliant brilliant man.
Praise for The Circular Journey
I love your brain. Every bit of it. But especially the bits that write gems like this. OMG, Genome, you are a brilliant brilliant man.
In your retirement years, you may consider sending your writings to Hollywood. The witty way you 'see the world' and your writing reminds me of the work of Nora Ephron.
~~Karen B. on "Big Night for Surprises"
Enjoy your journey, and may every corner you turn have a pleasant surprise.
~~Cathryn J. on "Share The Joy"
My favorite blog entry OF ALL TIME!! I have sent the link to several friends. ~~Manimee on "Match Made in Heaven"
This might be my favorite post, although I am sorry to hear of the pain underlying it. I can reassure you this much at least: your audience exists. Unlike (hopefully) Abbie's mouse.
~~Rachael H. on "Strange Case of the Cat in the Night"
My favorite line is, "I don't do well in the aftermath, do you?" I actually answered aloud, "Me either!"
~~Karen B. on "It Was Raining Cats"
I love this story. Truth is in it.
~~G.K.B. on "Abracadabra, Alakazam!"
I hope to make it to Mardi Gras next year and I don't feel I would appreciate it so much without having read this post.
~~Brittany H. on "Let the Good Times Roll!"