Want to blog on Patch? We hope you do! Here's how to start:

1. Create an account. Click “Join” in the upper right corner, and you’ll enter your name, an email address and a password. You can also join with your Facebook account.

2. Fill out your profile. Upload a profile picture and describe yourself so readers know a little about you. (No really - Don't forget to upload a profile picture.)

3. Post your first blog! Log in to Sunset Hills-Crestwood Patch's blog central, or click the "Want to start a blog" button on the Patch homepage. Write your post, attach photos and hit 'publish.'

Your post will publish instantly. It's that easy! 

If you can't wait to share your stories, remember you can always submit a photo,video, announcement or event on our sites for free.

When you get started, be sure to Tweet/Facebook/Email/Pin/Stumble Upon/share what you write. If you really want readers to see your posts, send them with your friends and family via email or share them on your social media networks.

And tell your friends. If you like blogging for Patch, tell someone you know. Maybe they should be blogging for us, too?