In the past several of my offspring have mentioned to me (in a helpful sort of way) that my blog has the tendency to be rather ‘bland’ because I don’t write about anything controversial. Nothing to get the masses stirred up. According to them, that would make for a better blog, and it would reflect me better. They’ve even joked that I should start a podcast about some of the topics I vent about with them.
They may be right about two things. I do sometimes have strong opinions. And I rarely ever blog about them.
Oh, sometimes I do, and then I wonder if I should have written about it. I don’t want to offend, and I know that opinionated people can sometimes offend. When I do decide to ‘put it out there’, I want to go back and change the wording, softening it just a little, or add a little phrase to appease those who may disagree. Maybe it has to do with me being a middle child, always the peacekeeper.
Once in a while, I do write in the heat of the moment, and probably click the ‘publish’ button a little too quickly. I recently read that it’s a good idea to save your draft post for a day or so, then go back and reread. Then perhaps edit it, or even decide to delete it. You will have fewer regrets.
Have you ever written a post and deleted the entire thing? Do you have a post waiting in the wings, but you’re unsure of whether or not to publish it? Have you ever published a post and regretted it?
So, I’ll let this piece sit for a day or so, and then perhaps publish it.
Yes for me on all three of your questions at the end there.
ReplyDeleteI would be interested to read your controversial opinions.
P.S. I have never caught a spelling error from you in all my years of reading your blog until today! (check your title) My commenting on your spelling when I make many spelling mistakes myself...how's that for creating a bit of controversy?!
I always fret & worry when I post something that I think might offend someone. I prefer to keep my blog light & fluffy when possible. The funny thing is, people really seem to respond more when I post my opinion on something.
ReplyDeletemmm.. Sharla... I actually wasn't sure it was a word, but I checked, and it is (it means 'to express opinions'... perhaps you thought I meant to write 'opinion'?
ReplyDeleteI fully support blogging your opinions, in all their fiery glory! ;)
ReplyDeleteNo one can help responding to someone who is passionate. If they are offended by an opinion of yours, that is not your fault or your problem (unless it is done without taste, or respect for others). I know that you know I believe this :D
I wonder why we hesitate to share our opinions as an "opinion" according to Websters is "a personal belief or judgement that is not founded on proof or certainty".So there should be no offence taken when someone simply shares their opinion.I can't wait to read the pieces that have to sit for a day or two.
ReplyDeleteThis is a tough one. We live at a time when people seem to be easily offended, so I can understand your hesitation. If posting about a challenging topic resulted in a good debate I would say go for it. But to be honest, many times I have seen blog comments degenerate quickly into name calling, blaming and other childish behaviour.
ReplyDeleteAnd to be honest I am somewhat hesitant to even leave this comment for fear of being thought of as a naysayer.
I don't think your blog is bland. I like it. Every blogger has to decide how much of their opinions they really want to share; how light they want to keep things. I'm the opposite and sometimes worry that I put waaaay too much out there. The surprising thing is that I feel like I really hold back a lot.
ReplyDeleteSometimes I press the publish button too fast - before I've gone back to check for grammar or spelling. That is almost more nerve-wracking than stirring up controversy.