Close to a couple of decades ago (ouch), when I was an active sports blogger, I wrote a list of online rules for myself, which I dubbed the four tenets of the blogging evangel. This was back when blogs and bloggers reigned supreme. Social media has long usurped their place, emphasizing quick quips and clips designed to gather maximum clicks. However, the basic principles remain relevant.

1. The ability to broadcast an opinion neither elevates nor validates said opinion.
2. Blog from and for the heart, not the bank account.
3. Answer your email every time all of the time.
4. Never become what you profess to oppose. Never.
   Indulge me while I break these down a bit.