It Feels Like Yesterday
On March 26, 2005, I wrote my first blog. Except for a few comments on the CBS movie Spring Break Shark Attack - let’s just say it wasn’t Jaws - the subject was…well, me. Annoying, I know. Be happy I don’t talk only about me every single day. I toy with the idea. Trust me.
I also went into a long explanation about my name. How it’s HelenKay, not Helen. Despite that explanation, despite the fact my correct name is on the top of the blog and everywhere else on the website, and despite the fact I never sign my name as Helen, approximately 20% of the people who write and talk to me call me Helen. It’s a life-long struggle. ::heavy sigh::
But, one year later an I’m still here. That may not be great news for some of you. Sorry about that. The babbling has continued for a full year and will continue for another…unless you know something I don’t know. In that case email me. You can even call me Helen that one time if you’re providing inside information. Otherwise, we enter Year Two. No wiser, no thinner, no younger. A tiny bit more tired, but who doesn’t feel a bit worn around the edges now and then.
For those who have followed from the beginning or joined in late and keep coming back - thanks. Always love to chat. Always happy when you call me something other than a profane name.











March 27th, 2006 at 7:27 am
I haven’t been with you for the whole ride - I jumped onboard more recently - and I am hoping it lasts a long time. One thing I’ve noticed in my reading experience is that I have yet to read a BAD BOY anthology that I didn’t like, so if your story is in one, then it’s gotta be good. I can’t wait to read it.
I hear you on the name thing - I get called Tracy all the time. And I have a friend whose name is Cynthia and she hates to be called Cindy. Nothing wrong with that - it’s her name. Good luck with the writing…and the name, HelenKay!
March 27th, 2006 at 8:55 pm
Whoops. Sorry, HelenKAY!
I know I’ve called you Helen at least once since I’ve been reading your blog. I didn’t realize the distinction - again, sorry. Hey, I must admit, I’m actually surprised it’s only 20%. It just seems more natural to say Helen than HelenKay, you know?
Hey - why not put a permanent link to that post on your sidebar or something so folks know you don’t like it?
March 29th, 2006 at 8:14 am
Stacy - welcome!
Millenia - No apologies necessary. The name thing is a life-long struggle. I remind everyone now and then as a proactive measure.