When one starts a new blog (something I haven't done since beginning Teenage Writer nearly three years ago) the first question to answer is this: what's it going to be about?
So far I've found that question hard to answer. The primary reason I created this blog is to fill a literary hole in my life: something you might not know about me is that I'm very fond of writing essays, for lack of a better word.
Before you shut down your computer at the sight of that awful word, let me explain that I mean "essay" in the very best sense: a piece of writing having to do with one's opinion on a subject, whether it be G. K. Chesterton's infamous essay "On Lying in Bed" or a simple theological treatise or a commentary on some political issue.
I mentioned, however, that I've found the question of this blog's subject hard to answer. That's because I don't want this blog devoted exclusively to one thing. If anything, the subject of this blog is everything - or everything that comes to mind, anyway.
So what should you expect? Well, the one thing I know I'll be writing (at one point or another) is an essay. Besides that, it's all open. I could revive old traditions and give some cautionary words on rabbits; I could very seriously write a theological post on justification; I could post pictures of Africa; I could post stories on Africa; I could talk about lying in bed; the possibilities are endless.
One thing I do promise, however: it is going to be entertaining!
Welcome to Reflecting the Mirror.
I like the concept, but there's an awful lot of white (which is hardest on the eyes) maybe change the primary color to a cream or beige if possible? It just makes it easier to read xD
ReplyDeleteMaybe you could stick a Blogger follow option on your sidebar? And I agree: it's a tad too much white, but I love the actual design! I'm excited to see the random posts that spring forth from this blog!
ReplyDeleteI agree about some color, maybe more black and white with stripes??? Anyway, I would love to hear stories of Africa, a wonderful way to keep them alive, maybe someday in a book? I think even relating theology, etc. to Africa would be appropriate. Just sayin....
ReplyDeleteI love the new blog, Jake! (I actually really love the white, personally, though it looks like I may be outvoted.) I'll definitely be reading. Just one thing- as Eldra said, could you put a Blogger follow option somewhere? Please?
ReplyDeleteThank you, and I'll definitely be following this!
Sound's promising! I'm in!
ReplyDeleteI like the white... it keeps it simple. Really excited about this new blog and can't wait to read whats coming :)
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The follower button is added! It took a little bit of searching. I guess Google wants everything transferred over to Google+, so they managed to hide the Followers gadget.
ReplyDeleteLooks like the poll is just about tied up, so make sure and vote. I'll see how I can tweak things to see how I can tone down the white a bit.
Thank you, everyone, for your thoughts!