For quite some time, I’ve considered putting a blog on my website. It’s been almost a year since I started telling friends, “I think I’m going to start blogging.”
My hesitation centered around two major fears:
1- People might read your blog.
2- People might not read your blog.
Simple. Contradictory. The real deal. Can any of you other bloggers relate?
I acknowledged that my blog would be available to all who travel through cyberspace. That’s a good thing. I want my voice to be heard. But…anyone might be reading what I’ve written: students I teach at school, those who’ve attended performances I’ve given, friends, the guy who asked me for change at the Farragut North Subway Station, my parents, future employers, people who don’t agree with what I’m saying, the waitress who got my order just right at The Hershey Pantry. The list goes on.
On the other hand, I’ve been terrified that no one would read my blog…that my writing would be “wasted,” (although I realize that would not be so, as writing almost always helps me make sense of what is floating around in my mind and my heart.) Yet there was a very real fear that my voice would go unheard, unnoticed; that would not feel good as I put myself out there, embracing vulnerability.
So…I’ve taken that important step of naming what I’ve been afraid of, and now I intend to release all of that, shake it out, and move forward on this exciting journey. My friend and fellow musician & InterPlayer Stan Stewart advocates the “feel fear and do it anyway” approach, and that’s what I intend to do. Thank you for joining me on my journey. I ask you to please say “hello” and let me know that you’re here. Comments are most welcome!
I love to read what you write. Forgive me for not getting back to you on email. If I am not out and about, or on Facebook, I’m sleeping. Jim complained that all I do is sleep now that I’m retired. It’s true. I am tired all the time. I think I am just winding down from being on a 37 year treadmill. I have to get used to this I guess. Anyway, I read it all and think about it. We will get together soon but it won’t be until my schedule is a bit more open. You know where to find me. Love you Susan! Patty xoxoxo
Go for it! I’m looking forward to what you have to say!
Susan,
It is great to see you making the leap. I look forward to reading what you have to say.
Kate
I agree with the “Face and Forward” approach.
I think so many of us have thoughts that are shared by many, and it’s an amazing feeling when someone reads about their exact experience/thought/feeling/situation – no one is truly alone. Plus, I like your humor!
Sorry I missed you last night ,but go for the blog
Marlene
Thank you so much for your comments and support! Patty, Jeff, Kate, Mil, and Marlene – you rock! ♫