It’s time for a backbeat. This is when I write a summary of what MeAndMyDrum has done in the recent past so that new readers can get an idea of what they can expect here.

Ultimately, I’d like to increase my readership. Subscriptions have been hanging around just under 200. So in an effort to get over the hump, take a moment to read these samplings and if you haven’t already signed up to my feed, perhaps you’ll consider doing so now:

Blogging
My Blog Is Finally Talking To Me Again!
Had problems with your WordPress blog not emailing you when someone has commented on your posts? Find out the solution here.

What Is Micro Niche Finder And Why You Need It Right Now
This software is something no serious blogger should be without. Find keywords and phrases that have been overlooked by others so you can rise to the top.

Getting Back Your Blog Spark
We all go through it some times. We lose our blog spark, that which drives us to blog. But there is hope.

Software
Two Cookie-Controlling Firefox Add-ons
Time-saving and productivity-increasing finds are here!

Games
Rescue Your Team With Evac
All blogging and no play makes for a dull life.

Lively Debate
Why Does Skin Color Matter?
Everyone should be color blind. It would make things so much easier.

Wendy’s Doesn’t Know What I Deserve
Stop going with the flow and see how companies are trying to lead us into a soft lifestyle.

There’s so much more! I’d love to have you as a subscriber.

Subscriptions are up and traffic has increased. So I thought this would be a good time for me to do a Backbeat for my new readers — a post that summarizes what I do here at MAMD and a few other places I write for on the Web.

MeAndMyDrum: This is homebase for me. I write on a variety of things here: blogging tips, current events, humor, anything that strikes my fancy. I owe a lot of my recent increase in traffic to the success of my Be The Blog award, which, I am excited to say, has really taken off. So if you’re here because you received the award, thanks for coming back and I hope you’ll continue to bestow the award to other great blogs. >> Subscribe to this feed here.

Family WebWatch: this blog was my debut to the blogosphere. It informs parents how to keep their children and themselves safe while surfing the Web. You’ll also find me pointing out great new sites and services designed to make them more productive, educate them, and have a little fun, especially for the kids. >> Subscribe to this feed here.

Darn Good Reviews: About two months old, this one is where I exclusively write reviews about products, sites and services. Think of it as a “cool thing of the day”. >> Subscribe to this feed here.

UPDATE 11/24/07
Family Support Forum: It seems I wrote my post a little late at night because I forgot to include this blog (thank you Ad Tracker ). Family Support Forum is where I post about family matters, from newborns to parenting, health issues during pregnancy and for baby, baby products, etc.

Now, these are blogs I am a contributing author for:

BlogsWeLuv: Created by Mike and Tish, this blog is a happenin’ place. You’ll find reviews for blogs from all over. Plus, they have a unique series of 10 Questions posts giving readers a behind-the-scenes look at the authors of blogs they love. You’re sure to find something of interest there. >> Subscribe to this feed here.

Blog About Your Blog: If memory serves, I believe this is the first place I entered the ranks of “co-authorship”. This community brings together bloggers from all over who are passionate about blogging and enjoy sharing what they find with other bloggers. >> Subscribe to this feed here.

Digital Journal: a recent relationship I’ve started, this site offers news from the globe by “citizen journalists”. This opportunity requires a different writing style of sorts — less personal and more “newsy” — so I welcome the chance to hone my writing skills in that manner.

I have a few other blogs that I run or am working on for a launch, but will keep those under wraps for now.

I welcome my new readers and am so thankful to my longstanding ones. Please leave a comment on my posts when you find something you like or resonate with, and feel free to contact me using my contact page anytime.

This is my first in a series of backbeats: posts that highlight my earlier posts. So if you’re new to my blog and want to know more about what you can expect to find here, I’ve got a sampling for you:

Drum Corps

As I get to know more bloggers, I like to spread them a little link love. So every week (okay, maybe I’ve missed one or two) I round up five blogs that I find interesting and want to share with my readers.

The iReply Movement

It was only just announced this weekend, but I’m just so proud of the response it has received so far. You may already be a member. Go check it out!

5 Sympathies For The Devil

One of my more passionate posts, this was a response to Problogger’s writing contest on five things about anything. The topics I chose centered around things that I view as damaging to the world we live in.

Control Your Email Inbox With Endjunk.

Software or online tools that help you be more productive is just part of what I enjoy writing about here on MAMD. The number of comments I receive on these kinds of posts tell me they’re a hit with readers.

Heroes parody

And I’m not all about political viewpoints and software. I also enjoy humor. And when you couple it with my favorite TV show, Heroes, you’ve got a humdinger of a combination. Be sure to check out the video for a hearty laugh!

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