Is There Anyone Out There?

I ask this question of myself on a daily basis and thanks to social media the answer is a resounding "Yes!" Now, the real question is, where exactly IS "out there?" As I check my stats on my blog I see that I have a pretty good following in Russia, Germany, Israel as well as the States. I find it intriguing that my little inconsequential blog is seen by so many people in so many far away and fascinating countries! Many of these countries, I would love to visit some day- when I win the lottery, that is. The current salary of an accounting assistant isn't exactly exorbitant. The furthest I could get on my salary is Wisconsin Dells. I, have, however been able to learn much about other countries and cultures through some of the most reliable sources out there. Historical Romance Novels. I mean, come ON! That takes a LOT of research to get the specifics on a country and a culture just to let the main characters have "relations" there. And trust me, I have read a lot of those books, but purely for the historical aspect and reference. (insert scoffing sound and winking icon here) I started reading these types of books at the age of 13- much to the chagrin of my mother- but I wasn't reading them for the risque' parts (although they made the story more worthwhile at times) I read them to escape from the boring humdrum life in a small midwestern town. And, Lord knows, nothing ever happens in a small sleepy Midwestern town. So, I escaped through reading and movies. I learned a lot about harems in Turkey and India, brothels in Regency London, Elizabethan fashion and ettiquette, Highland Lairds and clan systems in Scotland, winters in St. Petersberg Russia and a plethora of other wonderful cultures and climes in our wonderful world. I must admit, my favourite stories are the ones about Scotland, but then I have Scottish roots so I tend to be a little biased. It is strange how big this world seems at times but when it comes right down to it, we are all connected in one bizarre way or another. So...leave me a comment! Let me know who you are (first name only please) and where you are from! I would love to know who is following me and be a little more connected to the world! :)