I have struggled with this blog for a long time now. I always thought it was my fault, that I was being lazy, that I wasn't trying hard enough, or that my depression was making impossible for me to write. But I finally realized what the real reason is: because I am a mom I started out thinking all I could I write about was parenting. I imposed that limitation on myself from the get-go. I painted myself into the proverbial corner of mommy blogging. I don't mean to sound derisive at all. I consider being a mom one of the greatest gifts and challenges of my life, but I have a full time job and have thoughts on many other aspects of life like politics, daily life in an urban setting, living in a so-called progressive city, obesity and overeating, even religion.
Here's to new beginnings!
4 comentarios:
I think it a great idea. You are so passionate about politics and society on Twitter, that I am surprised you don't blog about these topics as well. This blog is for you. You are multi-dimensional, and should be able to express all sides of your personality and life. I have always been very conscious not to pigeon-hole myself in one way. I write funny stuff, and then I don't, silly stuff, and then serious. I've never understand why so many bloggers make their focus so linear, unless their motivations are to niche market themselves for writing assignments, and while there is nothing wrong with that, it can be limiting.
Neil, this is the most thoughtful comment I've ever read. Thanks so much for taking the time to visit! You are right, I do have a lot to say, I just hadn't given myself permission to do it :)
Honey, I'll read whatever you wanna write!
Cheers!
You should never pigeonhole yourself.
(I've never typed that before. It looks weird.)
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