Hello Darlings,
Three years later, I am still often asked “Why do I bother blogging”? Those unfamiliar with social media often say it’s a joke. While others who LOVE it say they enjoy reading a personal opinion and interacting with those with similar interests.
In my opinion, blogging is rewarding and intellectually stimulating. If you don’t agree, hopefully this post will change your mind. If not, then maybe it will give you an idea as to why bloggers bother blogging 
While attending university in winter 2008, I choose to start this blog. I was studying for my medieval art history exam and wanted a creative outlet that very night. Pursuing a Specialist in Art History & Architecture requires a lot of studying. I also worked as a research assistant for three years, so there wasn’t much time for myself. I was beginning to feel overwhelmed and for the first time began to lose track of myself. That is when that night, I wrote my first post.
I wanted a place where I could talk about all the small and silly things that sparked my fancy. I know that exposing oneself to the world may not be the wisest idea, but I will be honest and say that this experience has been positive.
I do not regret this blog, which has become my baby. Although putting yourself out there for everyone to judge is not easy. I know that those who despise me come back in order to further feed their negativity, but there have also been thousands of others who have provided positive feedback, support and friendship - for that, I must thank you!
I write this blog because I love fashion and taking about these things and sharing them. I also love being a part of a community. Social media is now recognized and respected by many for its voice. Because of this blog, I have had the opportunity to meet people and go to places that I otherwise never would have. Despite the ups and downs, and sacrificing sleep to blog because I can’t wait to tackle a next project, every post is a creative journey that inspires me. A journey that requires a lot of thought and that is a true reflection of who I am and what I love.
To those that don’t respect or understand the time and creativity that goes into creating, maintaining and constantly publishing, all that I can suggest is that you open your mind to a new generation of input and community. Because I am a blogger and dedicate about 15 hours of my time each week to this blog, I can say that I very much respect every blogger that is committed to expressing his or her voice. A voice is better than a silence and for all I know, we are changing the fashion industry and filling it with what we want. Bloggers are the voice of everyday people and they would not be so without the courage to publish.
To me the beauty of being a blogger is about having a voice, one that engages others and builds trust and friendships.
With this post, I would like to thank all of my followers for their support and feedback. I am very honored to be able to connect with so many women J I hope that this in some way answered an ever evolving question as to why people have lifestyle/style blogs. I do not blog because I am self-absorbed, narcissistic, vain, superficial…but because I want to connect and share my voice, even if it is only to debate and discuss shoes and purses!!! I have the courage to share my passion with others. I can say this for other bloggers: It takes courage to expose yourself to others.
With Love…
Marta
Post proofread by Iris Braunstein
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7 Responses to Why Do I Bother Blogging?
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I often ask myself the same question. It is a difficult task to gain readers and followers hoping that maybe someone will be interested in what I have to say about Floristry.
Based on the post it seems like you where attacked. Yes, it is easy for the masses to try to attack behind a fake vail of Anonymity. Personally i really enjoy your blog. I follow many fashion, and IT blogs, and few are actually good.
I can understand where the haters comes from…. Considering how social media has been abused by corporates and people wanting to get free stuff. I think fashion bloggers are currently getting lumped in together. Like the Mommy bloggers before the whole fashion blogger scene has gone too commercial. a lot of fashion Blogs are no longer of ideas or advise but picture books helping to sell the wares of modern clothing companies.
I think that anyone who makes a critical post about this blog calling it superficial should really reflect on what is around. You provide ideas and valuable content. Hey, you found something pretty and wanna show it off then awesome, I would too… The great part is that you share real ideas about it, and offer a why. You’re not slaving to modcloth, coach, seychelle, and etc…. who turning fashion blogs in to catalogs for their store.
I can personally say i appreciate the time you put in to this. Keep it up. Real genuine thoughts are what will rank as true SEO, it may not be a financial gain, but you will gain invaluable experience and true followers of your ideas and friends globally.
I really enjoyed reading your post. I blog myself, so I can relate to everything you just wrote.
As a frequent reader of your blog, I think it’s time to thank you as well, for everything you write and post and share with us!
What a wonderful post, Marta! I loved it so much because it reflects how I feel about blogging. It’s my little escape, a notebook, inspiration board and so much more. Not everyone understands me and thinks that I am wasting my time/energy, but just like you, I need to express my thoughts and have something apart from my job to talk about.
Wishing you a wonderful day, sweetheart! Hope everything is going well and you are happy and looking forward to weekend.
xxx
Hey Marta,
Let me say that I always read your blog - its one of the few that I follow religiously.
I really love this post and just had to comment on it. I will admit that I was one of those ignorant people who never really knew the point of blogging until I read amazing blogs like yours that made me want to change my mind altogether. In university, I tried to set myself apart academically but I needed that outlet, just like you described, to put my personal ideas out there. I think blogging is an amazing activity and no matter how many comments you get, you should continue as long as you like because you really inspire readers like me to keep going and to keep putting myself out there in such a positive way.
-Marz
Well I for one am very glad that you do bother to blog. I find your blog intelligent and full of ideas and it really shows that you dedicate a lot of time to this blog. I also agree with Shauna about fashion blogs becoming just a picture show and sometimes it feels like they are showing off but that is definetly not you. I remember when I first came across your blog.. I was so in love with it that I went back to your first post and read all your posts from start to finish. So thank you for sharing your ideas and keep doing what you do
If I need to explain my blogging, I’m just going to refer people to this post!