Why I am Blogging Again
Blogging, commonplace as it is now is actually something of a controversial activity. Some feel it's an exercise in self absorbed vanity. It has been said by some that people who have lives don't write or read blogs. I disagree. I think quality and purpose are in the author's hands. There is value in Telling our stories, shavings our perspectives whatever those may be.
I have decided to blog again to share parts of our lives with those who care to read about them. I also think that blogging gives me a perspective on things that is good- I relate well to the written word and learn more as I write.
What this blog is not is some sort of true life recreation of a sad movie. Nor is it emotional porn. As in anyone else's life, there is good and bad. Life is a terminal condition. What makes our situation special is dealing with a condition that is disabling and having a terminal diagnosis. For a Brian, we know how this story ends not in an abstract but in a specific way. So, if I say that on given day or moment we are in a black hole, it's simply part of the experience of our situation. Going to a great little BBQ last night with friends and having a good night is also part of our lives. I am finding much peace in accepting all of it without judgement of myself, Brian, or anyone in our lives.
A blog like this is not everyone's thing- and that is understandable. I am not here for approval or fan clubs or whatever anyway. I am here as a means of self expression and to share that with interested friends. If along the way at some point I could offer soassistance to someone in a similar situation, all the better.
Lastly, and I hope this does not seem harsh, critical comments either here or on Facebook will be deleted without reply. That really only happened once with Just one other post that possibly fit that description. My analysis of those situations was that people have a very hard time with the tough things that can't be fixed and discomfort leads to clueless and careless commentary.
So read, don't read, just here sharing for those who care to know and as I said for myself. Have a great week everyone.
I have decided to blog again to share parts of our lives with those who care to read about them. I also think that blogging gives me a perspective on things that is good- I relate well to the written word and learn more as I write.
What this blog is not is some sort of true life recreation of a sad movie. Nor is it emotional porn. As in anyone else's life, there is good and bad. Life is a terminal condition. What makes our situation special is dealing with a condition that is disabling and having a terminal diagnosis. For a Brian, we know how this story ends not in an abstract but in a specific way. So, if I say that on given day or moment we are in a black hole, it's simply part of the experience of our situation. Going to a great little BBQ last night with friends and having a good night is also part of our lives. I am finding much peace in accepting all of it without judgement of myself, Brian, or anyone in our lives.
A blog like this is not everyone's thing- and that is understandable. I am not here for approval or fan clubs or whatever anyway. I am here as a means of self expression and to share that with interested friends. If along the way at some point I could offer soassistance to someone in a similar situation, all the better.
Lastly, and I hope this does not seem harsh, critical comments either here or on Facebook will be deleted without reply. That really only happened once with Just one other post that possibly fit that description. My analysis of those situations was that people have a very hard time with the tough things that can't be fixed and discomfort leads to clueless and careless commentary.
So read, don't read, just here sharing for those who care to know and as I said for myself. Have a great week everyone.
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