I am all kinds of pleased to announce that my dear friend Polka—a longtime commenter at this place—has graciously accepted my invitation to join the conspiratorial band here! Like all the conspirators, she’s a busy person, so I’m not sure what her schedule will permit in the way of blogging ... but I am confident that her contributions will be stimulating to many regular readers.

Here’s Polka’s profile, for anyone interested in learning more about her. Witamy, Polka!