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A Father's Response

I suspect that most people see bloggers as 20 somethings out there promoting this or that cause, idea, political agenda, etc. Being a 60 something male barrister and the Oz director of a Canadian company now operating in Australia, I toyed with the idea of mixing it with the rest out there in the bloggersphere! Now, I can - and will!

Thanks to son Antony [antonyloewenstein.blogspot.com] and his truly delightful partner/girlfriend and soulmate Liz - their message and Father's Day present "launching" this blog is so wonderful and touching - I can realise my previosuly tentative thoughts of starting up my own blog. Liz and Antony truly launched me..... To them go my most sincere thanks.

Why Mahler as part of the blog's name? Simple really! I love Mahler. So this site will be an eclectic miscellany of this and that, some serious and "heavy", others items of general interest on a variety of topics as they take my fancy. I also plan on links to sites which might prove of interest to readers.

I truly hope that those who venture on to this blog will not only enjoy what they read but engage in discussion and putting forward their own thoughts and ideas. If a reader is not 20 something don't be intimidated by this new vehicle - the world of blogging - and come on board. You will enjoy "the ride". Be invigorated and challenged.

Comments

Antony Loewenstein said…
Congrats on your virgin post! See, not hard, was it?
I'll teach you to use the linking tool...
September 05, 2005 6:29 pm
Immodesty Blaze said…
Surely 'eclectic misanthropy'? I also like Mahler, but oh, the depression. What do you listen to in order to cheer up afterwards ;o)
September 05, 2005 6:37 pm
Anonymous said…
Mazel tov what is probably a first! A great gift.

You were always interested in public opinion and debate, but am not sure you felt you would be a focus for it. Enjoy the bouquets and brickbats.
September 17, 2005 2:46 pm
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