I have never had much faith in my ideas. I used to think my opinion wouldn’t be worth the air used to expel my thoughts. But I’ve come to realize through blogging that there will always be at least one person who shares my opinion. Some of my thoughts may go against the grain and rub people the wrong way, but opinions are like belly buttons, everyone has one. Inevitably the words I put into cyberspace will resonate with someone and that, alone, makes the time it takes to write a post completely worthwhile.
There are days when I receive comments that completely argue the other side of the coin and that, too, makes the effort worth it because it always gives me another way of looking at a subject that perhaps I was viewing in too linear a way. Those comments may help me to form an alternate opinion and see a point of view that I may have never considered.
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Sometimes the opinions I express quickly get the most profound reactions. I could spend hours trying to piece together a meaningful post, one that comes from the depth of my writing soul, and it inspires nothing. But a collection of sentences that I didn’t over-analyze and spend hours interrogating spurs discussion and controversy and keeps the comments flowing.
It’s difficult to know what will grab the attention of other people, but I can only write with the hope that my opinion matters. And the most important person it should matter to is me. I have to give myself permission to stand behind what I believe, whether the masses agree or they differ in that opinion. Perhaps what urges me to continue in this quest is the love of a healthy debate – being able to hear arguments from both sides to come to a healthy consensus.
That is the true joy of expressing a thought. Regardless of what thought it is, an opinion will undoubtedly weigh heavily on at least one person and make them think. Maybe that one person will be me, and maybe it will be you, but whomever that person is, it was worth putting the words on the page.
What’s your opinion?
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I was thinking about the same thing the other day. I can never bet accurately on how interesting my posts are to other people. I suppose this is a reflection of the real world, only more honest. Where in a real conversation someone might smile politely (and secretly yawn in huge boredom), commenting online will always be a measure of real interest.
Very true! Thanks for reading this one…..hope it wasn’t boring. 😉
My opinion is that you have nailed it on the head! “To thine own self be true” is the guideline I follow. My readers can agree or disagree with my POV and that’s what blogging is all about for me. It keeps my blog exciting and fun for me.
Great post!
Thanks very much….and I like your opinion!! 😉
Put the words on the page, I agree. I recently complained to a friend about the appearance of my blog (yawn) and he said the same thing, it’s the words that matter more. You gotta write what wants to come out – regardless. Thanks 😉
Writing is the most important part – and you can always change the theme of your blog any time in your dashboard. A fresh look may inspire more ideas for you. 🙂
Hey, that’s a good way to look at it. Like a fresh coat of mascara makes me want to go and flutter at someone. Te he. God, can’t get the opposite sex off my mind this week!
Lol…my dreams reflect your thoughts!!
Would I have a belly button if I was a test tube baby?
I love that, like you, when I just post something it gets more response than something I have labored over (typically – not always). I like to get all different aspects (as long as they are presented respectfully) – so I agree that it’s good to see differing opinion.
Agreed…..and that test tube baby comment made me laugh hysterically. Thank you for that!!
Everyone forgets the test tube babies and their belly buttons (lack there of).
I don’t think there is a right or wrong to blogging. Is there?
(that i, unless you’re a complete dumb-ass or a child)…I know of one in this case. Two wrapped tightly in a 40 year old body. Weirdness follows me on WordPress.
I hope there is no right or wrong. I do find it interesting to see what resonates with people. It’s a learning process, for sure.
Hey, if you’re not going to write your opinion, you certainly can’t expect anyone else to do it for you
Excellent point!!
My opinion is that you are right on! Your words inspire me to blog. Thanks!
Aw, thanks so much. That just made me smile. 🙂
My mom doesn’t have a belly button. Are you saying she can’t have an opinion?
How can your mother not have a belly button??
She had 3 c-sections and a hysterectomy.
She originally had a belly button…so that still counts!
So at what point did she cease to have an opinion?
Never….hers probably matters more now.
It’s always mattered. At least, ever since I was old enough to stop being an ass and listen.
At least you realized that….some people never do!!
I respect her opinion, but she doesn’t offer it often. She much wiser than I.
Mothers always are when it comes to their kids.
Our world is full of opinions, which is good. It’s the people who have a one-sided opinion and aren’t willing to listen to another that ruin it. My belly button is an “in-ee.” 🙂
Lol….mine too!! 🙂
I completely disagree! (I’ve always wanted to say that, but unfortunately I totally agree with you) 😀
Lol….that just made my day!! 😀
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