My Blog Reflections

My Blog Reflections: Finding Beauty in Contrasts

The Blogging Revolution: A Modern Creative Outlet

Blogging is a relatively new form of expression, having been around for less than 30 years. With over 500 million blogs among 1.7 billion websites by 2019, blogging has become a cornerstone of digital expression. In such a vast ocean of voices, I often wonder, “What do I have to offer? Why add my voice? This blog represents my attempt to share a unique perspective—a blend of art, technology, and life’s contrasts.”

Much has been written about how to create a successful and engaging blog. In The Innovators, Walter Isaacson recounts the story of Justin Hall, widely considered the blogging pioneer. Hall’s advice for blogging success is simple: “Stay casual, get personal, and be provocative.” While this approach might be more fitting for some topics—such as workplace dress codes—I suspect it will also resonate in my writing.

Blogging: Capturing and Sharing a Personal Legacy

Someone once said that a person’s legacy is composed of their diaries, photo albums, and a library of books, along with the memories they leave in the hearts of others. I would add that a blog can be a valuable dimension of one’s legacy.

I hope to use my blog to craft and share a record of the thoughts, passions, and beauty I see in the world, leaving behind a piece of myself for others to connect with. For some time now, I’ve used my website to document my visual artwork and recount my travel stories through photographs and diaries. But blogging allows me to go further—it’s a space where I can share reflections on various subjects, from art and technology to life and love.

Finding Beauty in Opposites

I’ve always been drawn to beauty in opposites: poetry and computer chips, orderly processes and chaotic dance, paintings, and computer coding. These seemingly opposing elements form a core part of who I am. At the heart of it all lies my love for beauty in its many forms—visual, emotional, and intellectual.

This blog is an opportunity to explore and summarize thoughts I’ve been pondering for years. Whether I’m writing about an inspiring art exhibition or the intricate elegance of technology, my goal is to celebrate the harmony that exists in contrasts.

The Joy of Blogging: Creativity in Action

I find immense satisfaction in the process of blogging—assembling sentences, editing photos, and putting thoughts together piece by piece. Writing for the blogosphere is an outlet for my creativity and a source of personal joy.

Through my blog, I aim to:

Enrich perspectives,

Enlighten minds,

Entertain readers, and

Hopefully, bring a smile to your face.

Looking Ahead

The journey of blogging is one of growth, reflection, and discovery. With every post, I strive to explore the connections between art, technology, and the beauty in life’s contradictions. Blogging offers a space to share ideas, celebrate creativity, and capture the moments and thoughts that make life meaningful.

Thank you for stopping by, dear reader, and for being part of this journey.

October 2019