For about five years I had a sweet deal at my blog hosting company.

Free.  Completely free.

It was a publicity stunt they tried in 2005 to drum up business.  They gave away a very generous web package, and the first few customers got to enjoy access without cost.  In November it seems they realized that their business model was failing, and announced that they would no longer be able to host any sites.

My site blinked out of existence.

So, I ponied up some cash for a host I acually have to pay for.  The status of my prior posts is questionable.  I will make an attempt to recover what I can.  In any event, this is the reboot.