What I Love About Blogging
Posted by Prairierose on Aug 05, 2006When I was 10, I had a locked 5 year diary. I wrote very simple “I played with my friend today” thing in that book. As I grew older, the books became more eleborate and the writing more personal and examination of the heart rather than an examination of the day. I have kept a journal off and on most of my life.
As the world of computer have evolved, so have I. It has been years since I have wrote in a paper journal. When I did paper journals, there was a creative streak to them — that release of whatever stirred within me, begging to be let out, came out in the form of decoration. The visual of my journals was just as much a part of who I was as were the words.
Its no wonder that which errupted on paper does so in my blogging. “The Look” plays an important part of my blogging. I enjoy finding just the right template, and making it a personal reflection of me.
But, where blogging takes me that journaling did not, is that it takes on interaction. My friends, my family, and people I don’t even know, all get a view of my world, on an almost daily basis. My journals were very personal and mostly kept under wraps. Not so with blogging. There are the different blog groups, and Christian woman groups, and crafting groups, and many many others, that tie us all together, blogging being the main denomanator. Through blogging, I have made friends that otherwise would have never cross my path. Through blogging, my family stays connected with me, keeping up with my world, silently, and yet, I know and love that they are there.
I love that I can connect with all these people. I do keep my writing on a more neutral level. I am honest with my feelings about myself; but I don’t air my dirty laundry if David and I have a fight, or Ethan isn’t on his best behavior. I do sometimes ask for extra prayers, but try to do so with a bit of descrection involved, so not to break confidences, or cause problems for other people.
Sometimes I do get caught up in “people pleasing” — I read other blogs and become a “wannbe”. I “wannbe” like Stacey. I wannabe like Carol. I wannabe ….. well, you get the pictures. Each person has their own style and flair and way of blogging. And some generate alot of traffic because they are great writers and have a sense of humor, or write thought provoking entries, day after day. I wanna be … like them.
But. I’m not. I’m me. I have to stop and remind myself of that sometimes. Just to focus on the best me, the me God intended me to be. I have my own special place in the blogging world — and I love my little circle of friends. With the life I lead — 2 part time jobs, a family, church life, school life (running my son around), and everything else, I don’t have time to give the time and energy that a whole big circle of friends requires. So, I try to keep my daily read list short, and even though I don’t comment alot … that comes from the shy personality I have … I don’t have alot to say in social circles, family gatherings, or any place else that has more than a few people around. Even though I don’t leave alot of comments, its doesn’t mean I don’t stop by, nor does it mean I love them any less. I’m just a quiet reserved kind of gal, and it takes a real effort for me to break out of that — even in the blogging world.
But the blogging world is definately a place where I feel like I do fit in, that I am accepted and loved, and that is what I love about blogging.
August 6th, 2006 at 5:59 am
I can totally relate to this! I am just now learning more about just being me in my blog, and writing about what is on my mind. ((hugs))
August 6th, 2006 at 7:45 am
Well i can honestly say that you have helped me in more ways than one, friend. I hope that you have a great day even though I think it is not going to be a very relaxing day for you as it should be!! Blogging is just a type of writing in that little diary just like I used to do in high school and then later in adult life. I love it too. I love the people that I meet from all over the world. It is so amazing!!
August 6th, 2006 at 9:00 am
An entry that describes so many of us.
I’m hoping that my blogging will endure and be something for my grandchildren can and will access after I’m long gone.
I love the carnival and it is now my sunday “to do” in the morning b4 church. A great way to touch base with the chicks. There’s no way I can read 250 blogs a day.
August 6th, 2006 at 12:20 pm
I have never kept a journal, but I sure keep up with my blog.
Yes there are some wonderful writers out there, but we all have our own style.
August 6th, 2006 at 2:59 pm
The nicest part of blog journaling is knowing that someone does read your posts and can relate to what you are going through. Love and prayers for your VBS.
August 6th, 2006 at 4:32 pm
Here from blogging chicks. Love your template and your post. Just wanted to let you know that the header pic is not showing up in FireFox. I viewed source and found this:
I think I found your image at:
http://www.myprairierose.com/PrairieView/themes/weeds-10/img/prairie_view.jpg
Have a great Sunday.