Dear Readers,

Is anyone out there? Do I have readers? I started this blog because I felt like I needed some kind of outlet for the things in my head and the creativity I was missing in my life. I’ve been struggling with finding my purpose in my personal and professional life. Maybe that’s just part of entering mid-life? Anyway, I had all these hopes of creating content that people would enjoy and relate to. Did I expect to make money and quit my job? Definitely not, but I wouldn’t complain if some money came my way.

In my head, I thought, I’ll just give my opinion on different topics- movies, recipes, products, etc. Then I realized I didn’t really have that much to share. It’s kind of engrained into new bloggers that you must put out a certain amount of material weekly or monthly to remain relevant. And I get it. Where would the algorithm be without a constant? That’s when I decided I would try to create content that I thought readers would be interested in. I tried to think of topics that appeared to be popular on other blogs. I figured the more I posted the more views I’d eventually get. But it hasn’t quite worked out that way. I understand that being a faceless blogger doesn’t help my pursuit, but I currently enjoy having some anonymity.

I’ve been realizing lately as I’ve been struggling to come up with new ideas for blog posts that I’ve lost my whole reason for starting this venture. It was supposed to be for me, with topics and ideas I wanted to talk about. Of course I appreciate those that stumble upon my work, but you’re not here for what I think you want to read about, right? People go to blogs for advice, personal opinions, and entertainment. It should be unique to you and something you’re passionate about, otherwise, what’s the point?

I’m rambling, I know. I wanted to make this post to gauge your thoughts. Are you enjoying the current content I’m putting out or would you prefer to see things I’m excited about- my way? I read so many articles about how you have to have a niche, stick to the niche or no one will visit your blog. But I don’t think I can do that. I have many things that interest me in different ways and I can’t see myself sticking to that one topic. Maybe I’ll say screw it and totally revamp the whole site- turning it into more of a diary post or conversation you’d have with a friend. I hope you come back to find out and share your thoughts in the comments. I really would enjoy interacting with you.