Serious writers like me find it very rewarding when a fan leaves sincere comments saying how our work has changed their lives.

It makes all the hard work worthwhile.

I didn't think it was going to rain today. But it did.

Does anyone know of any websites that give out prizes and stuff for really good blogs? If someone wanted to enter my blog in a competition as a surprise for me - that would be OK.

I haven't really done anything since my last post. Although - I did see something on telly the other night.

I used to like the Chattertons. They seemed nice and fun.

Then they mocked my blog.....

(Emerson's still OK though - just a shame about the parents)

Yesterday I had a chicken sandwich for my lunch. It was nice. On Monday I might have tuna. Or ham. Or chicken.

Certain members of my audience seem to be suggesting that my blog lacks dynamism and excitement.

They may be pleased to hear that I'm working on my next post. It should be ready in a few weeks. Although I can't guarantee it will be as interesting as my first post.