...or rather lay this blog down. I have yet to make a decision, but after blogging all these years, I feel like this is a beginning to grow more than a little stale, hence me infrequent posting as of late. My life just isn't that interesting, although it is slightly, increasingly satisfying - but I doubt that makes for a compelling read.
The other day it occurred to me that it would be more interesting if I crash and burned, and went on some wild meth-fueled/coke binge/bath house orgy; but I had I a quiet weekend concerning myself with getting back to work, sleeping and not spending almost any money. And camping out at the boyfriend's place.
I feel less and less of a need to reflect upon my life within this space, because of 3 reasons:
#1: There seems to be some compulsion to share crazy shit going on in my life, but there isn't any with which to even embellish upon.
#2: Embellish or not, some people seem to re-interpret even the simplest of my posts, and quite frankly I have zero interest in correcting anyone.
#3: When I am being totally, nakedly honest, I get second guessed, mostly indirectly. Or worse, mis-interpreted. Perhaps that is a deficient in my writing skills...
All that being said, and OVER-ALL...I just kinda want to be left alone. The people near to me I trust are all I care for now, and I have a lot of work to do, which does not involve winning popularity contests, or catering to the whims of causal friends, nor catering to the shifting winds.
Parting gift:
PPS - Wish I was that cool.
13 comments:
Justin,
I have enjoyed your blog and hope I never gave you any shit. I think the changes you have made in your life are great. I respect your reasons to quit blogging but will miss the occasional post. Good luck in your future endeavors!!
Andy
Drama = conflict.
Conflict = interest.
Interest = blogging?
Just write when you can or have something to say. Lord knows we're not all as insane as me and keeping it up for over seven years (yup, you read that right, seven).
Oh, and you can't stop writing b/c we're not even on Facebook together.
;)
Well, I've enjoyed reading your blog buddy. And not just for the crazy shit, but also to read up on the good things that happen to you. So I hope that you won't end it for all time. Just for now. Cuz sometimes you feel like an exhibitionist / blogger, and sometimes you don't. All the best to you.
Sorry to see you go, but as a very private person, I understand. I wish you all the best. Take care.
Disappointed! We've been with you for far too long for you to ditch us like this...
Perhaps as a parting gift, would you post a picture of yourself? I've been following you for years and years and never had any clue what you look like.
Your blog has always been a good read and I've enjoyed getting to know you.
Hey Justin, I am a fairly new follower of your blog from Hamburg, Germany. Yes, you do have an international audience! I am enjoying your writings and reflections VERY much. They aren't stale at all and you do have a very unique voice and writing style. That's rare. I would miss it! Don't stop.
Frank.
DOn't go blog buddy!!! :)
ha, I've treid to delete and quit my blog several times but just can't do it... Do what you want, but it's cool to post whenever you feel like it no matter how many times in between. how about using the blog as some sort of recovery tool? I dunno , or carryon about your boyfriend, or the girl roomie, or the snow in Chicago? it's all good because it comes from you either way, and always good to keep up with you. cheers to you justin. later
Justin,
You are a great writer. It's been engaging reading you since your old old job taking smoke breaks on the stairs.
Will miss your stories about roomies, your family, the cars you would like to have, and adventures with Montrose.
Glad your in a place where you're centered on you.
Best of the future to you!
Alex
hey, really like your blog, been following for a long time. hope you keep writing!
ah well....I shall miss you.
I like to read about your everyday life, thoughts, and feelings. I like your writing style, your message seems clear to me. Whatever you decide, just know that even though we are not real life friends, you have become a friend in my head. I enjoy logging on and reading about your experiences. It is my hope that you occasionaly give us an update, and I wish you the absolute best.
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