Blogging for cereal came about during a time I really had to get my word out.  My "word out" meaning my voice out. I had no other way of doing this beyond the cyber networking of social media. The digital platform in the form of writing had become my friend.  Unbeknownst to me, the digital platform was gonna be my best friend for many years to come. . Why did I start "Blog for Cereal"? I started this simply for the reasons I've provided in the paragraph above. I needed an outlet. Someone to talk to (primarily, someone to simply listen). Knowing someone would listen, if even if it was just one. . The feelings of inspiration were there. Like a hunger.  Blogging for cereal was a reflection of inner desperation to express me and to be heard. By this time, I too wanted to be paid for my writings as well. My need for financial gain was a must as well. At this point in my life (as I continue to reflect ) realizing my time and needing money was valuable. Needing to ge...