Why I Write – Blog Hop “Old Fashion” Meme
08/04/2014
When BBF Yvonne DiVita, author/founder of Lipsticking and BlogPaws, asked me to play along on an ‘old fashion’ blog meme or blog hop, I immediately said yes.
Blog memes were popular before blogs were social media. So this post is not only fun but a bit nostalgia.
I’ve always wanted to be a “Writer.” However, I never really knew I was until I started Diva Marketing. Funny because I wrote all the time. I’ve always had/and have a little note book with me to jot ideas, impressions, thoughts. I write in coffee shops, on planes, on trains, in parks, in a car. I write most everywhere. With my little note books I am never alone.
Why do I write .. to tell stories; you might have noticed that most of the posts on diva marketing wrap around a story.
Why do I write .. to clear my thoughts; writing is a way to capture ideas that sometimes seem allusive.
Why do I write .. to share and to teach; writing provides a tangible way to help others learn.
Why do I write .. because I have to.
Why do I write .. to play with words; so many choices to make when you write; it’s fun to paint with the rainbow of words.
Why do I write .. this may sound odd but I write to read what I wrote.
Why do I write? Perhaps the next question is what do I want to write next?
Part of a meme is to tap a few friends who will take the concept and put their own spin on it. I am excited that three of my favorite bloggers will be joining the meme parade. Please meet …
Paul Chaney – Paul and I share a special bond. You see, Paul was the first ‘real blogger’ I met offline. You always hold a special spot in your heart for your first. His four (yes count them 4!) books on blogs and social media are examples of his love of writing and teaching. He has a special gift of taking complex topics and making them understandable .. and fun. Oh and he’s an awesome piano player! Drop by to read Paul’s post on 8/25. Blog Twitter
Nettie Reynolds – Nettie once said to me that if you can’t laugh with a person, question if that person should be in your life. Nettie not only makes me laugh but she makes me smile. Nettie’s diverse career runs from working with authors & creatives to create digital awareness and even performing stand up comedy and she’s a playwright. Drop by to read Nettie’s post on 8/18 Blog Twitter
Des Walsh – I often say, blogs/social media give back more than they take. It’s unlikely that my path would have cross with this wise and smart man from Australia without the benefit of the digital world and blogs. Although Des is based on the other side of my world, through Skype, G+ Hangouts and social media his coaching, LinkIn mentoring and social media business has no geographical boundaries. Drop by to read Des’ post on 8/11. Blog Twitter
Toss of a pink boa or perhaps I should say, pink notebook, to Susan Foster for starting this blog hop.
