This question has come up many times since I made my appearance on the new social media scene, particularly on Twitter where I am most active. There are two parts to the answer
First, it to remind me and demonstrate to you that what I am doing is about you. What I look like is secondary to the voice I share in these words and to how I treat you.
It turns out going down this road has been a kind of double edged sword. On the one hand it’s served it’s purpose in both reminding of the spirit of this adventure and in creating a little buzz (along with the goofy name mfartr).
On the other hand many have been put off by not having a real person to identify with behind the words.
In hopes of helping more people feel comfortable I have started using my image and my name, Vince, in a subtle way. It still keeps “me” secondary to my service to you but my presence is there to make a more “real” connection with some of my readers.
That explains using a character for an avatar, but not why it is a penguin. For that let me share a poem:
A flightless bird
Of immense focus
Dedication
Loyalty
Stands against the harshest of environments
Adapting against overwhelming odds
Caring for those around as much as itself
The Penguin thrives and prospers
The Penguin remains playful
I strive to have the spirit of the Penguin.
So there it is. Now you have a little insight into the man behind the curtain.
