CBMused

Martini Moments… while Blog Navel Gazing

1. ^^^^ Oh Dear… A recent Google search on my domain name revealed this gem. Has Google released GMindReader and nobody told me? I’m afraid. Very afraid.

2. Being a control freak means that the transition to being Mistress of my Domain has been well worth the effort. Once you take the reins of your blog, you won’t want to relinquish them even when Google takes nearly 5 months to send traffic your way.

3. I have always maintained that for a blog to work successfully for me, it needs a resident Muse. The one that has settled down here has made himself way too comfortable and I need to kick his arse once in a while.

4. A change is like a well-needed holiday, so I’m contemplating a lighter look and feel for this place. BUT I like the red and black colour scheme that has become this site’s trademark. I wonder if a new banner pic could do the trick.

5. Whilst I’m blog navel gazing, and clearing out the lint, I’m also considering a blog name change. Could it be that I am no longer BeMused about the world?

“You’ve got to do it…”

“It’s soooooooo much better.”

“You’ll have total control. Mistress of your own domain.” Pause. “You like that, don’t you?”

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With this inaugural post, and more importantly with this cocktail party, I’m launching cbmused.com. My name is Cléa and I’d like to welcome you to the new site.

Like any party to celebrate a major release, there’s always booze to keep one entertained while yawning during speeches. But before I get too sloshed on Martinis, Margaritas and Mojitos (and end up spilling secrets) let me give due credits, starting with those who gave me the idea to move WordPress, because it can do “things” for you.

cbmused.com wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for the unselfish efforts and patience of people across different time zones who kindly volunteered to help make it happen. Sounds clichéd? Not when you consider the logistics. In particular those who, among other things, have lent me more than just their time to help me build this site, test it, and put up with my questions and panic moments. Guys, you are legends!

Everyone, please help yourselves to a drink of your choice as the music plays and you look around. There’s Champagne, cocktails, a selection of wines, spirits, single malt aged whiskeys, and for those of you who prefer beer, I have some icy cold Belgian Hoegaarden, imported Heineken, Corona with fresh lime, Guinness for the lads, only to name a few. Nibbles and canapés are on their way.

Today I’m breaking away from my Martini tradition and raising a Margarita as my first toast to cbmused.com.

Cheers! Santé! Cin Cin!

Now… What would you like to drink?

Playing: Take Five – Dave Brubeck