Signed up a little while ago, but looking to really use Mastodon now.

Former philosophy professor, leftist, married, father, grandfather, dog and music lover. (I chaired Juilliard's liberal arts program for a number of years.)

How's that for a short bio? I follow back if followed, with the usual caveats regarding "toxic" personalities, which should be much less of an issue here than on Twitter.

Here's me saying hello and giving a thumbs up, since I can't do it in person. 😊