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My wife is likely to tell you that I am a bit resistant to change. I accept that about myself, although I am happy to report that over the years I’ve discovered my more “adaptable” side.<\/p>\n

As we prepare to move — eventually — from where we have lived for more than two decades, I am facing a certain quandary.<\/p>\n

What am I going to call this blog?<\/p>\n

I named it “High Plains Blogger” when I started it many years ago because I intended to identify the part of the world where my wife and I reside. It’s the High Plains of Texas. Amarillo sits at a fairly high elevation, just a shade less than 3,700 feet above sea level. I mention that to visitors and, why, they’re simply astounded<\/em>, I tell ya!<\/p>\n

Our move isn’t exactly imminent. We still have things to do around the house to get it ready to sell. I do get this question on occasion: Are you going to keep writing your blog? The answer categorically, unequivocally, enthusiastically is not just “yes,” but “hell yes!”<\/em><\/p>\n

My resistance to change, though, is making me wonder whether I should change the name of this blog. I like the title “High Plains Blogger.” Given that I am a Clint Eastwood fan, I liken it to his film “High Plains Drifter.”<\/p>\n

While the blog’s brand isn’t a universal one — despite my desire to reach billions<\/em> of people with\u00a0each post — High Plains Blogger has developed a bit of a following over the years. It’s still small, but it’s growing.<\/p>\n

This quandary presents my first semi-serious challenge as we enter full-time retirement mode.<\/p>\n

Oh, and while I’m at it, I’ll refer you to the blog.<\/p>\n

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It goes back some years.<\/p>\n

I’m not actually soliciting name-change ideas. I will consider any suggestions. My gut tells me at this moment that I’d like to leave the blog title alone.<\/p>\n

I just don’t like change.<\/p>\n\n

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