I recognize that the rather ... artsy ... references I’ve already thrown at you, dear reader, runs the risk of ‘painting’ (erk) this blog as a somewhat airy-fairy, art-farty, conceited affair - but please, do bear with me! I'm almost positive it will be worth your time. Almost. In any case, let me suggest that you take up your tea cup (or your whiskey flask, if such is your wont), put your feet up (should they be wearied), and relax - while I take you upon a little sojourn that shall (I hope) serve as sufficient introduction to my humble, newborn blog. Read more