Why a blog?

I enjoy writing. I enjoy discussing soaps. I enjoy writing about soaps--my opinions of storylines, my favorite characters and couples, my knowledge of the history of the medium, my experiences with daytime performers at soap opera events.

I enjoy reading the opinions of other fans--their favorite storylines, characters and couples, their enthusiasm and frustrations, their experiences with daytime performers at soap opera events.

I want to have a personal forum where I can feel comfortable in voicing my thoughts and opinions. I am a "positively--passionate soap fan"--my term for describing someone who expresses thoughts, ideas, and experiences without a harsh, mean-spirited or derogatory attitude. I support diverse opinions and lively discussion, but so many sites are frequented by fans who purposely express opinions or information in a manner that will elicit anger or panic in others. Often these fans create rude, derogatory nicknames for characters and actors they dislike and enjoy wallowing in the negativity of situations. I believe I am just as devoted and passionate than these fans, but I choose to express my opinions in a manner that (hopefully) doesn't promote negative responses or instigate rude behavior toward the actors who portray the unpopular/disliked characters. When all is expressed and shared, I want all of us who love daytime to remember--these are real people portraying characters. It is a job--more exciting than many other jobs we may work--but, it is a job. I wanted to create a positive, friendly place where I could promote the stories and actors I enjoy, as well as my frustrations and disappointments. I also want to "throw down the welcome mat" to others who desire the opportunity to "cheer, scream or cry" about anything in daytime that elicits the passion only soap fans can understand.