Back Story

This is how it all started. With a letter:

Dear Justin:
Thank you for your recent application for the position of Blogger.
As you know from years past, there are thousands, nay millions, of people who would like to Blog, but we only have a few spaces that can be filled.
Because of the exclusive nature of this undertaking, we are happy to announce that you have been awarded the position of Blogger, beginning in September 2005. You will be hired on an “At Will” basis. This means that either party can terminate the relationship for any reason whatsoever.
You are being welcomed into one of the world’s most elite groups, like being the President of the United States. Don’t abuse your powers.

The International Consortium of the Blog