I take the "advice" from these "gurus" with a grain of salt. Some people can't or don't want to do the journal type thing. That's not their bag. Okay. But I've been making some tidy coin on mine. Granted, it's not bill paying money, but it's gas in the car, extra treats money.

I, for one, love the journal type stuff, when done right. I like to get to know the writers I follow. And it's nice when you read something and it clicks and you realize you're not alone.

I've kept a journal since I was a kid. I'm sure that comes as no surprise to you. It's always been sort of my therapy.

Sorry about the disappointing phone call. But I do think focusing on the positive is an awesome idea.