I’ve been a delinquent blogger this week. I didn’t spend my Sunday or Monday evening this week writing blogs for the upcoming week, instead I spent them eating. So you’re all feeling the result of my delinquency. You seem to be making up for it in commenting though, which is much appreciated. Did you know there’s a rule about that? 90% of visitors are trawlers, 9% are regulars who occasionally converse, and 1% are addicts that make life worth living. Sort of like how Sharon Osbourne totally makes the show “America’s Got Talent” worth watching. You guys know who you are… the Sharon Osbournes of my life.
I was talking with a friend this week who asked if blogging changes my relationships. Well, kinda, I said. I open myself up to friends and acquaintances in ways that daily conversation otherwise wouldn’t. But I’ve seen some of my relationships blossom because of it. In taking that first step to tear down walls, I’ve become closer to people who just needed me to make the first move. It’s a blessing in disguise. You lay yourself somewhat bare, which would seem dangerous, but can pay off by allowing others to do the same.
Said friend also asked about how my blogging affects my relationship with Matt. Technically, I’ve been blogging since 2004 when he first entered my life. I’ve learned a lot about it since then, and where to draw some boundaries to show respect for my husband and our relationship. But Matt will always fear that I’ll one day lay myself bare in a way that really injures me. This just goes to show what a wonderful man I married. He’s never concerned that I’ll paint him in a bad light, more that I’ll be hurt from making myself too vulnerable.
Needless to say, I think it’s a terrific medium. I’ve found more positives from it than negatives, and just like the print medium, I don’t think it’s going anywhere soon. In fact, I think YOU should blog. Yes, you! Cause I’d love to see YOUR photos and hear about YOUR life. It’s a karma thing.
