I Want to Know You…
Sometimes I struggle to write these blog posts. I’ve literally sat here tossing around ideas for a good hour or so. And the truth is sometimes I feel like I’m sending words out into the void. I don’t really know who you are. I don’t know what you’re interested in. I don’t know what brought here or what or what you’re hoping I share. That’s the one difficulty with this online journal… it’s often a one sided conversation.
Now I’m not saying that’s a bad thing. Honestly I think we can learn an awful lot about ourselves if we simply give ourselves the space to work through our thoughts and put them into words. I have a hard time doing that… it’s why I write. The words just come easier when I’m writing than they ever do when I’m talking. The thoughts get jumbled up in my head and while I can say words that make sense – I don’t ever feel like I really express what it is I need to say. So instead, I write.
Obviously I enjoy this little space where I share things on the internet. I started writing online in high school so I was familiar with “blogging” long before I started up my business. For the past seven years I’ve been in business, I’ve been blogging here on my business journal. And for the last several years, I’ve done my darnedest to journal at least three days a week. As of right now, today, I have 891 posts I’ve shared with all of you. That’s a lot of writing. And if you’ve been here for a while… I thank you!
One of my favorite things is when people leave me comments. It lets me know I’m not writing in vain. I’ve found my personal entries seem to get the most comments, and I’m sure that’s because they’re real. It’s my life and feelings as they are. It’s not facts or tips or educational stuff. Those personal posts feel more like a conversation and I think they leave you open to feel like talking back, which I love.
Because the truth is I want to know who you are! I imagine you sitting at home and reading this little journal of mine. I have this vague, fuzzy image in my head. If you’re reading this – I would love for you to take a minute and leave me a comment. Tell me what brought you here. What you want to see. Tell me a little about yourself. Nothing would make me happier than to know you! So that when I write – I know who I’m writing to. So that when I send my words out into cyberspace – they aren’t just going into the void… they are being sent to the eyes and heart of a friend! I want to know you…
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Well, I’m here because you were a huge part of a very important day in my life. There’s actually not a single room in my house that you’re not in some way a part of. That’s a pretty big deal to me. I like keeping up with you!! You’re a pretty fantastic woman.
Thank you for the opportunity and reminder that taking just a quick moment to comment on your thoughts and words lets you know that others enjoy what you are sharing. I began reading your blog initally because of our common interest in photography, but quickly found that you had so much more to say about many other things. The struggles you have been so open about with your infertility have helped me understand the same types of concerns that my own daughter is having, and have in turn helped me provide a differend level comfort and compassion with her as she experiences many of the same emotions. Thank you for all you do, and know that you and your husband are now “regulars” on my prayer list each day. Hugs!
I read your blog because I remember the teenager you were and am proud of the woman you have become. I am inspired by you trust in the Lord and pray that He will reveal His plans for you soon. You are so sweet.