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Heading into the 2nd Quarter of 2010

I’ve been on this blog in quite a while. It occurred to me that I need to put this blog away, retire it and continue with my writing work blog, The Word ‘Mage Blog. While I was away, I worked on other projects and on my other blogs.

Some interesting things have occurred in my life recently. Hurt feelings, choices, soul searching and prayer have brought me along the way to a positive observation. What helps me is keeping my journal. I write for review and for keeping track of my journey.

On the Right Track

I battle with fear and feelings of inadequacy as I know many people do. And, sometimes those thoughts lead to useful self-evaluating, soul-searching review of what is for me in this world. I’ve asked these questions again early this year for two reasons.

1. I have been reviewing what makes me happy and what makes me money. I want to be sure they blend seamlessly. And that leads me to number two.
2. I want to be fairly certain that I’m putting my full forces behind the best possible choices for my future. Time is constantly running down and I feel renewed and inspired continually to be sure I’m making all of it that I can.

I’ve been working on my blogs, web design projects and traveling. I find that I like what I’m doing and want to step it up a bit. Even increasing my workload is not going to do everything. It’s time to get certifications in areas that have them. So, that will be my focus for now. And it gives me another reason to continue this blog.

Blogging Focus

Sometimes I feel like I’m the last person to do everything. Then I remember that there are people newer than I, and for them and me, I want to record my mini journeys along the way. These stories that I read from others help me a lot, and I want to try to pay it forward.

I’ve written about journaling from time to time because I think it’s really helpful for many reasons. And interestingly, it’s longer just about talking about journaling here. This blog has become an online journal for me and I want to let it continue in that line for now.  Since writing is the common thread through all that I do, nothing has to change on the face of things.

Still, to celebrate the decision and focus, I think I will change the face of this blog. I’ve really enjoyed this theme. But really it does feel a little—clinical. I want it to be a warmer setting. So, that will be the big change for this site. And the fact that I will be keeping it a while longer is a great thing for me. I hope you ultimately think so too.

So, I close out the first quarter with a clearer purpose for this blog. And, I have the validation that other avenues I’m pursuing are important and correct for me, as I work to have multiple streams of income.

As you may have noticed, making a fortune is not the main purpose for blogging. It’s just so that any who walk my way through writing and life, may benefit from where I’ve placed my feet, whether to follow or not. What benefit do you find in personal blogging?