Just to weigh in with my two-pence (or two cents)…
Totally, 100% agree. WordPress is definitely the best CMS out there, and ultra easy to configure and set up. Even for a complete newbie, WordPress couldn’t be easier. For the most basic blog, you could be up in running in 5 minutes. The countless themes, plug-ins and tight support network means you can customise every single element of your site, without being a coding expert.
What I found most helpful is the large committed community of developers, users and all-around enthusiasts which has grown around WordPress. If you get stuck setting up your new site, you can query the extensive knowledge base or just ask. Someone’s bound to know the answer and more than willing to help you out..
I’ve used WordPress to set up my own site, below. Still a work in progress.
Good luck!