I have to admit that prior to writing my post today there has been much pen tapping, blank screen watching and procrastination. I guess the reason for this is the subject – ME.
I feel uncomfortable talking about myself and usually blog about my creative journey. Get me talking on THAT subject, for which I am absolutely passionate, and you’ll NEVER shut me up. When it comes to sharing things about my personal life I usually hold the cards close to my chest. It’s not because I have anything to hide or exciting secrets, I just figure that you probably won’t find the daily events in my life all that interesting.
Earlier in the week I received two comments from totally different sources; one from a long standing customer and the other from a student. Both comments were innocent and well intended but both surprised me by the perception others had of ME – I thought “Gee, they really don’t know the real ME”.
This sparked a great deal of reflection (truth be told, way too much) and I did something I’ve never done before… I read back over my old blog posts. It turned out to be a pretty interesting exercise. Having a blog is akin to having a diary… albeit, one without a lock and completely open for everyone to read through – [smile].
I read with interest about my creative journey and how it has evolved and was ever changing. There were those difficult months of poor health which reminded me how supportive my blog friends had been. Then came the sea change… an exciting adventure to a new life.
Reading through the pages of my blog life up there on the computer screen I realised something else, I do keep allot of things private. I don’t talk often enough about my family or the things we like to do. I’m, hmm…. kind of unassuming, in that I rarely speak of my achievements and personal accomplishments – I’d feel uncomfortable with that too. I guess it’s just the way I am.
So, from now on I’m going to ‘try’ to disclose more of myself and perhaps more of the daily happenings here in the studio. Give you a bit more of an insight into what makes me, ME.
I think as blog readers we feel like we know people by what they write about their lives, how they live and on some level, we actually connect with like minded people. I always think of it as being a bit like speed dating. You blog hop, scan through quickly and if you see something you like, you read on. It’s not surprising I guess that so many wonderful friendships are made in blogland. It’s like being in a room full of people with the same interests, except the room just happens to be worldwide. I know I’m lucky enough to have cyber friends spread out over all the continents and now language is no barrier with Google Translate.
Anyhoo, I think that is enough about ME for one day. I’m off to finish some pretties that I want to list in my web-store next week.
Have a lovely weekend everyone,
Kerryanne
Alison Gibbs says
Great post Kerryanne- thought provoking….how much do we reveal…from our ‘real day to day life’….
Have a fun weekend
Alison
Adla says
You hit the key, its so true, sometimes there is indeed so much more to a blogger than what they put forward in a post 🙂 We have all had an interesting journey one way or another and no matter the differences, its the words that connect us. Look forward to hearing and learning more about you.
xx, Adla
Lakyaan says
I love your blog. It is so cute.
Daffodil Fairy says
Have just been reading your blog which is very interesting, whilst reading along I was listening to the music and was wondering who the singer is? It is very relaxing with the music playing in the background.
Delcie Wardrop says
Well maybe we know you just a little better, but it doesn’t hurt to keep those cards close until you meet up with people in real life.
misteejay says
Very thoughtful post. The ‘web’ does allow us to meet folk from much farther afield but it also allows us to hide a little too.
Toni xx
Kris Meares - Tag Along Teddies says
Hey Kerryanne! Sounds like you’ve been doing some deep thinking this week! I think sometimes we reveal more about ourselves in the way we say/write things than in the actual words and some people ‘GET’ what we’re saying and others don’t, just the same as in real life we have ‘aquaintances’ and ‘friends’. I feel very privileged to call you ‘friend’ and can’t wait to catch up in ‘real life’ one day … when I can just hear us both saying … “I KNEW that’s what you’d be like!” Tee! Hee! Hee! Have a fabulous weekend!! Bear Hugs! KRIS
Hanna says
Vackra bilder.
Ha en fin helg.
kram
Hanna
Julies Knit and Sew Corner says
Yes you do have a point, I guess its like giving something back to your friends who visit and read about your work.
I myself show little snippets but probably not enough, its knowing how far to go with what you think people might want to know, if you know what i mean. But its always a joy to read your blog. Have a lovely weekend. Julie.C
A Bite of Country Cupcakes says
Kerryanne you tell us enough through deed and kindness for me to know you are a doll,a great mum and wife!
Gail McCormack says
Great Post Kerryanne!
When it boils down to it, I doubt anyone reveals their true self through blogging…whether it be intentional or not
Think about it, even photos we post of ourselves and our homes are edited and only the better shots shown (most times anyway)……
Interesting subject
Gail xx
Gail xx
Lucinda Obrien says
Lovely post Kerryanne…… I too am like you and tend not to disclose too much personal information, maybe I should read over my old posts too.But I do love to read your blog and always find it interesting so dont feel you need to change unless it’s something YOU really want.Take care
Sew Useful Designs says
Hi sweetheart x
Having had the wonderful opportunity to get to know you in person, I can honestly say that you are a treasured friend; I love you exactly as you are! It must have been an interesting journey to read your blog, sweetie. I think I might try it too… adopt a different mindset before I do so, perhaps.
Have a wonderful day, you gorgoeus gal!!! LOVE the slippers in your recent post too… and the photography! Your dinky tootsies are SO cute! LOL
Hugs darlin’!
Vikki xo 🙂