Blog Existentialism

I thought I had this whole blog thing figured out, but then Lorelle had to do a series on “blog focus.” I tried to ignore it, but the challenge of it kept bouncing around in my head: what am I passionate enough about to focus on as a single blog topic? I ended up with a few ideas, but the one that really resonated, the one that feels like I’ve had it my whole life, is my obsession with future technology. I’m not talking about computer tech stuff and geeky gadgets. I mean, what are the operating principles of the warp drive on Star Trek?

So I took some of my birthday money, bought a new domain name, and set up a new blog. It was an experiment, just to see. After a month-and-a-half, I feel like it’s been pretty successful. I’m excited about writing for the new blog, and, since it has a focus, I’ve been able to promote it a little bit. I’m still trying to find the right voice for it, but that’s part of the fun.

Check it out: Ultratech Memes.

As a result, this blog will suffer. I would like to keep posting here, if on a much less frequent basis. We’ll just have to see whatI have for.

2 Comments

  1. Lorelle on 7 December 2007 at 2:30 pm | Permalink

    Wow. To have had so much influence. I’m honored. Doesn’t it feel wonderful to be excited about writing again?!

  2. Phil on 7 December 2007 at 11:27 pm | Permalink

    Indeed. I realized recently how much I enjoy writing. I also realized that writing is like coding: the more planning you do, the easier it goes. I used to dive right in to writing a post and then have a hard time trying to get to a point or even making sense. It was frustrating. But by sketching an outline and collecting my thoughts first, it’s much easier and more enjoyable.

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