Well, here we are.
I first started blogging in 2005, back before it was cool. 17 years of sharing my thoughts and stories online. I loved how cosy the blogging world was back then, it wasn’t about building a brand but simply an outlet for creativity, a tool for getting my voice out into the world, and above all, a community. Strangers (many of whom have become lifelong friends), reading my words and offering up encouragement and their own thoughts in return.
When Instagram made an appearance (2011, I think?), it seemed like a natural extension of my blog and another creative way to share my love of words and photography. Once again, I found myself part of a lovely little community.
And then, somewhere in the last few years, I fell out of love with it all.
What started as a from of self expression had become a tool for marketing my business, and as a result, the joy that comes from having a creative outlet, was slowly sucked away.
And now, here we are at the end of 2022, and I’m pouring out my thoughts here in this new space and it feels a lot like it used to. I’m not sure what my intention for this blank page is… I just know that I have things to say, and I’m craving a space to say them.
I am fascinated by people - what makes us think and behave the way we do (or don’t), and the power that lies within sharing our stories… it’s how we feel less alone or more understood. We come to understand ourselves through the stories of others.
This is me living life, taking notes, writing my own story, and pulling it all together into words and essays that offer up honesty, insight, and reminders for anyone who wants to follow along.
So, welcome.
Hey Gemma great to see you over here. It really does feel like the old blogging days doesn't it xxx
Old school Blogspot blogger here! Those were the days. I hope these are the revival.