Yes, I know–not too long ago I posted that I was hanging up this blog. Sharp-eyed readers will note that post is no longer anywhere to be found.
Over the weekend I came to the conclusion that my soul still needs to teach people about wine. So, like Lazarus from the grave, the blog has been resurrected.
But that’s not enough. I am not interested in simply writing random posts about the wine world. I want this web presence to become the go-to resource for learning about wine. Will that involve new podcasts? Possibly, but that’s not in the immediate plans.
What is in the immediate plans is to write a series of kick-ass articles that will make you forget all about the old podcast, all about every other book about wine that may be occupying space on your bookshelves, all about every wine education experience in your past. That’s a pretty tall order, I must admit–just thinking about it scares me. But that’s the goal. As someone wise once said, better to aim for the sky and end up in the treetops than aim too low and end up wallowing in the mud.
Over time, I will probably collect some or most of these articles and publish them as an e-book that I will offer for sale. Why sell something that can be had for free on the web site? Well, sometimes it’s nice to have all the items together in one place. Also, it can be nice to have an e-book available for when there’s no Internet connection. Sometimes, it’s nice to be able to print something out and have physical paper in hand–the perfect environment with which to enjoy a good glass of one’s favorite beverage.
The advantage to the web site, however, will be that we can create a conversation from each article. I will try to ask questions that invite you to leave a comment. Others can reply, and I can get in on the discussion. As always, the web site will remain free, but I will allow advertising by interested parties. This, of course, will require a new look for the web site, so keep your eyes open for that. In the meantime, please pardon the cyberdust.
I will need your help, though. I can write great articles all I want, but if no one reads them, it doesn’t do me much good. I need you to spread the word to your friends. Don’t become a spammer, but make your wine-loving friends aware of the articles as they show up.
I think this is going to be great for everyone. I will satisfy my need to teach about wine, you’ll learn more about it, and we’ll have a blast along the way. So, be sure to buckle your seatbelts and get ready for a great ride. 
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Glad to hear it!
You have the knowledge, the smarts and the dedicated following to pull this off. Let me know if I can help.
Thanks, John, for your kind words and encouragement. I worry, though, that you might be offering praise that is not yet earned!
This is absolutely great news! I know this will help tremendously in the world of wine. I really attribute what little knowledge I have of not only wine, but wine appreciation to you and your podcasts. Trying to explain podcasts to noncomputer savvy friends is a challenge and I have burned audio CD’s for them, so it will be great to print out an article and let them read at their leisure.
Looking forward to the cyberdust clearing and to hear the clinking of glasses!
JimmyB, thanks for your comment and kind words.
I’m glad to hear you were able to share the podcast via the tried and true way of audio CDs. It warms my heart.
Keep spreading the word, folks, that this site is rising from the ashes!