I always thought following someone was not kosher. I was wrong. Hell, I've never been a "follower" in my life. But my Daily Kos Overlords tell me I have to adapt or die. I'm not a Luddite, either. So, willingly or not, I'm coming after you. Lots of you can already hear my footsteps as you turn around the bend into the still of the dark night. I'm not just targeting individuals. Now, I'm going after groups of people. Finally, I can say that the thrill is back.
Are you scared as yet? Well, like it or not, you've got an admirer. I'll be watching every step you take, every move you make. Besides, fess up. Secretly, a whole lot of you have always wanted me to follow you. Or, was it the other way around? It matters not. Our destinies now -- and for all times -- will be intertwined. Call it the blogging theory of mutual dependence.
Mission accomplished.
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Right off the bat, let me tell you I'm a skeptic by nature. But hardly a cynic. I'm neither a riddle to be solved not a mystery to be unraveled. And certainly not an enigma. But I do like to offer my opinions. Lots of them. So do you.
I'm digging this thing you all call DK4. But before Kos gets too full of himself, let me share my first impressions of this new and improved website. And offer my thoughts on some of the new gizmos that are supposed to make us "smarter bloggers." Now, there's an oxymoron.
DK4 has all the elements that define human nature. Dollops of good. A pinch of bad. And a serving of downright ugly.
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First, the Good aka "Blondie."
These new groupies are all I live for. There's lots of free love and community inbuilt into this spanking new blog. Now, who could complain about a commune like that? Not me. Besides, now I get to follow people I've been ogling after for (in blog years) decades. I already feel an instant "connection" with all of you. Just remember to reciprocate when asked.
It feels like Jonestown without the annoying presence of Jim Jones and his minions.
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Now, a bit of Bad aka "Angel Eyes."
This new design marginalizes trolls. Over at our old commune, I loved seeing innovative reincarnations of ErrinF, edscan, Armando, and, yes, even Maryscott O'Connor. All of them would try to make an occasional appearance and, boy, did I have fun interacting with all of them. The snarky comments, the bombastic claims, and the unproven conspiracy theories. Ahh, memories, memories.
Troll diaries would typically not receive any recommends in DK3. Here I have to actively look for them. This is an outrage. I want my entertainment now and without having to lift a finger. Lazy is as lazy does.
Thus, the obligatory rant: "Don't delete my fu#%$ng trolls, Kos!!!"
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Finally, the Ugly aka "Tuco."
Who decided to change the font color from John Boner Orange to faded orange? Visually speaking, DK4 feels like coming to a funeral parlor. It does not grab one's attention. It has a 1990's feel to it. It puts me to sleep.
In short, it is
Dull.
Drab.
Depressing.
Gloomy.
Morose.
Where did Kos buy it and how? Perhaps he finally used his $5.99 Target gift card left over from this past Christmas.
Did I tell you I absolutely hate Tuco?
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To recap, I like the understated and subdued style of Blondie. He will lead us to the buried gold. I'm sure of that. I can even live with Angel Eyes though he is a ruthless opportunist. But, one thing I cannot compromise on: Tuco's got to go. Pronto. The faded orange reminds me of the weather in London when I lived there during one of my grad schools. One doesn't go to England for the lovely weather. Get rid of of this sissy orange color as soon as you debug the rest of this blog.
Tuco's comical presence only delays finding the pot of gold Blondie will lead us to while sidestepping Angel Eyes. Show us the money, Kos!
Anyone has better ideas?