It's been a funny old month. But also a great one. As a result it's time for change here at Watching Doggie Who; and it seems not a moment too soon. I started working on this marathon watch of the show that I love in order to heal myself; After all, who better than the Doctor to make me better? Well, it turns out that I could do that myself, although it took him, and others, to inspire me to believe that I could. Along the way I have found out what wonderful friends I have; both here in New York, and in the Doctor Who community around the world. With their support and advice, along with a life-changing trip to India, that was exactly the detox from everything that I needed, I have found myself. I very much hope that the people who were a part of that (and one or two in particular) know who they are. Whatever happens in the future (and only time, or a Time Lord will determine that), I am so grateful to have them in my life, and to count them among my friends. I am a lucky man.
And now, 20 pounds lighter, with healthier eating habits, a strong workout routine, and new-found confidence, I am back to this marathon watch. It will, however, now be on a less demanding schedule, and I am doing it because I want to, rather than as a discipline and distraction, since doing this has made me look at this wonderful show I have always adored, with new eyes and a new appreciation. As such, the blog in turn will become more about the show rather than anything personal (except for occasional news or other reports). It is now a labour of love, rather than a need for safety, and I'm good with that. It will give me the chance to embrace life, do some other writing, like the articles for The Terrible Zodin fanzine (available to download for free at (http://doctorwhottz.blogspot.com) and all the things New York and the world have to offer. To steal a track title from Murray Gold's fantastic Series 5 soundtrack: "Onwards"!
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