Here's some of the things I have loved -
- I truly enjoy writing.
- I like to share my thoughts (good, bad, ugly)
- I have made SO many friends. Some that I will probably never meet in person.
- I have taken more pictures (daily) that have true meaning and can tell stories.
- I have come to enjoy logging memories and will one day be able to scrapbook each.
- I have learned the 'ins and outs' of digital scrapbooking.
- I have been brutally honest at times and there have been times when tears flowed as my fingers hit the keyboard.
- I have learned that there is a blog for just about everything!
- Should I share this?
- What should I really say about a certain topic?
- How can I keep it interesting?
- What do my readers really want to hear/read?
All in all though, I have never meant to make anyone mad or hurt any feelings. More than once I have said (outloud) "stay off my blog if you don't what to know something" and I really meant it.
But I have to admit that it's one of the most rewarding, fun, cheap hobbies I have ever found and I definitely plan to keep it up!
Now....last week was also my two year anniversary for Facebook. Hmmm that's a whole different topic and one that I'm not so thrilled about.
Here's some things I love about Facebook:
- I have reconnected with friends from school and co-workers from the past.
- I actually attended my first class reunion after 30 years!
- I am kept in the loop with special deals for Mary Kay, Pampered Chef and Tastefully Simple.
- I have joined groups like Disney and country artist's fan clubs.
- I have gotten involved in many photography forums.
- I can keep up with family events and happenings in all parts of the United States without even picking up the phone.
- All the drama!
- People intentionally being mean to others by posting hurtful comments!
- People talking in what I call 'riddles'....requiring a guidebook to understand what they are saying and whether or not it has ANYTHING to do with me!
- People requesting me as a 'friend' just to get my 'scoop'!
So....I guess you can say "I'm on the fence" -
These are simply my thoughts.....pure and simple =)
Great post. I can agree with you on both counts, on the blogging and about Facebook. I think Facebook can get out of hand sometimes but like you, I have caught up with a lot of my old friends and see what they're up too.. When I started blogging, I found that my Facebook Fingers have faded... lol..
ReplyDeleteHappy 2 Year Anniversary! and I totally agree about FB...I have a love/hate relationship with it as well. I think some can read into comments entirely WAY too much and then friendships that you thought were strong all of a sudden are up in the air and questionable...all because of little string of words that someone wrote...something light and funny...or serious...just a though on their mind. I say the DRAMA should stay in high school!
ReplyDeleteHappy 2 year Anniversary :)
ReplyDeleteI love stopping by your blog and reading your newest post ! I feel like I honestly know you - we HAVE to meet someday !!! Really just to have lunch and a glass of wine and giggle !!!
I'm not a fan of facebook -for some of the same reasons !! I have a facebook buy only with family as friends !! Too many people and issues for me to stand !!!
ANyway Bev have a great weekend ! Love your new blog look :)