So I’ve been blogging for about a month now, and I’m still learning the ropes of the blogosphere. I know there’s a lot more to learn, which is why I decided to enroll in WordPress’s Zero to Hero class. Our first assignment is to write a “who am I and why am I here” type post. I figured since I haven’t formally introduced myself, I’d use this assignment to do so.
Blogging is not my primary line of work, I’m fully employed with a large organization and it consists of writing everyday, from email posts, to letters, correspondences…all the good stuff. But that is not what inspires me to write. Growing up, all I did was read and write. I loved the Nancy Drew series and comic books. I would be away in my room for hours just reading. As I got older, I don’t know what happened, but I really fell off from my writing. My school teachers used to tell me that I should get into journalism because my writing was that good, but instead I pursued the medical field. I didn’t get as far as planned, but I did enjoy my time in public health – I may get back into it. Who knows? My whole point is for years I’ve been doing technical and academic writing that I’ve sort of lost my “personal” voice in writing. That’s one of the reasons why I’m here, to develop my personal voice and connect with people. Exactly how far do I plan on going with it? At this point, I’m not sure. I do know that I want to convey certain messages to folks, such as starting over in life or recreating yourself with a new beginning. I plan on sharing my journey in those areas as a witness that it is possible to make a comeback after delays and mistakes. With that being said I’m trying to develop this voice by running more than one blog at the same time…we’ll just have to see how that goes!
So there you have it, I’m a part time blogger with big dreams and a plan to reach out to folks who’ve decided to take the bold step of starting over. Even if it means cutting old ties, even if it means looking weird to your family…I know it may be difficult, but it is possible.
congratulations!! just a note that i think including zerotohero as a tag would be helpful. i noticed that a lot of the other bloggers in the 101 challenge (including me) did that. all the best to you!
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Thanks so much Malaika! I will definitely include that tag. I’m learning as I go along. Thanks again for the tip and for visiting my page!
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I’d forgotten all about Nancy Drew! She was a favorite of mine too…….
I look forward to taking 101 with you!
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Yep, I think they even made a movie about her! Anyway, thanks so much for visiting my page. I look forward to learning with you as well!
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I also read Nancy Drew as a child! But in Sweden her name is Kitty:-) I have read books in all my life and my parents joking about that they never saw my face, cause it was allways in a book. When I was younger i write stories too and even today i dream of be an author:-)
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Her books were so addictive! I used to get the same comments from my parents – they used to tell me to go outside and play! I loved reading as a child. You should try and pursue becoming an author – I would love to see what type of stories you write. Thanks for commenting! 🙂
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Thanks!
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