There are approximately four bazillion–I said approximately–blogs in cyberspace. Is another really needed?
Strictly speaking, no. But when a number of friends and acquaintances began pressing me to write a photography-related blog, I asked myself two questions:
- Did I have enough to say to warrant the effort? Yes, I concluded.
- Would anyone really care what I had to say? The answer to that question is far more dubious than that of the first. The jury’s still out, and it will probably remain sequestered for a very, very long time.
Sunset, Cannon Beach, Oregon
But what the heck. There’s no way to know whether interest exists without giving the enterprise a whirl. I hope that, as time goes by readers will find my entries thought-provoking, well-written and a whole lot more interesting than this one. 
Til’ next time…
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Hi Kerry: I have been asked the same question a number of times. There are a bazillion blogs. Why do you bother? Will your blog get readership or make any difference?
I have admired your photography on NPN and we have had some useful and cordial exchanges. I, for one, will value what your blog adds to the “mix” and hope to find time to regularly visit here!
By: Andy Richards on September 27, 2009
at 3:21 pm
Andy, thanks very much for the kind words.
–Kerry
By: kerryl29 on September 27, 2009
at 3:43 pm
Kerry — I concur with Andy. I am glad you are trying this out. I look forward to reading your insights and thoughts. Thank you for putting forth the effort. I know this is not easy to do.
By: Tom McManus on October 1, 2009
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Thanks, Tom. I’m going to give it the old college try. I’ve got a list of blog topics made up already and plan to get the next installment up in the next day or two.
–Kerry
By: kerryl29 on October 1, 2009
at 10:17 pm
Kerry —
I follow folks that only blog when they have something to talk about. Some that have “guest” entries. I have been a guest from time to time on some internal IBM blogs.
Paul Orfalea’s blog has posts weekly, every 2 weeks or everyday. Just depends on what is on his mind or his . Paul founded Kinkos.
http://www.paulorfalea.com/home/index.cfm
Post when you can and invite other you respect to post an entry. Enjoy it if you can. I’ll stop by from time to time.
By: Tom McManus on October 2, 2009
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Why blog? If you have more photos as nice as the one above; that is reason enough. I love sunrise and sunset photos.
By: morningerection on October 5, 2009
at 2:37 pm
I blog, therefore, I am. I post photos instead of writing because I think my photos are more interesting. Unfortunately, I’ve not found any inspiring subjects lately
I like everything about your beach shot – the lighting is dramatic and the perspective is excellent!
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays!
By: Wayne Woodruff on December 24, 2011
at 10:24 am
Descartes would be proud, Wayne.
Thanks very much for the comment.
By: kerryl29 on December 24, 2011
at 11:39 am
” Is another really needed? ”
Say, this blog is needed, indeed.
my one may not…
By: NgTom on December 28, 2011
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I enjoy your blog a great deal. There’s a real zen feeling to the images that you post.
By: kerryl29 on December 29, 2011
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Talking about Zen,
I feel a lot more in the images you composed.
In Chinese Landscape ink painting, the artists are
all looking for a special kind of elevation of spirit,
that is what they called 境界.
Few of them could reach in their brief span of life.
…but, I see that in your pictures and I know I must be right…
By: NgTom on December 31, 2011
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Well…that’s really humbling praise. Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate the kind words.
By: kerryl29 on December 31, 2011
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By: Some Administrative Matters « Lightscapes Nature Photography Blog on January 13, 2012
at 4:48 pm
Glad you decided to blog.
By: melfrommass on January 28, 2012
at 6:23 pm
Me too.
By: kerryl29 on January 28, 2012
at 10:30 pm