My life in blog

tothebrotherswelost,

Hello. You may be wondering what type of blog this will be or who I am.

To be honest, I’m trying to figure out the same thing. I will start by saying that my name is E. and I recently graduated from San Francisco State University.

I don’t know what type of blog this will be, but in time, you will get to know my secrets, my struggles, how I arrived to this point, and where I will go from here. It’s pretty interesting stuff. Truthfully, I never would have expected to tell you anything about myself, but there were always these moments were I felt I needed to document my life and I think this is the perfect opportunity to do so. My life in blog.

A bit about myself: I am from California; I like the beach, sunny weather, going to the bars, and taking hour long walks to different locations. I consider myself average in most aspects of my life and I learned that this should be something to be proud of being. Not all people get to be average, so I’m happy that I am. Most people describe me as shy, and I can’t disagree with them. Frankly, I’m surprised I managed to make friends in the first place. I have a small vocabulary, so expect to see many repeated words. I ramble on about insignificant stories that happen to me throughout the day which many people find boring. I tend to over-analyze situations that should not be analyzed. I contradict myself far too often. I am socially awkward in public, but pretty social with friends.

Now that you know a little bit about myself, I hope you don’t judge too harshly. This is a blog about my life and everybody in it will remain anonymous including myself. Oh, I forgot to mention that I’m gay. Okay, that changes things up and makes things a lot more interesting, doesn’t it? I come from a Mexican household that, for the most part, doesn’t think neither good nor bad of gay identifying individuals. I “came out” to my parents November 2012 and I received mixed reactions (it kind of seems like I’m writing a movie review, I know). My brothers had a better reaction. They said they would support me 100 percent; however, we don’t talk about gay issues or my relationships. I find it kind of funny how I’m still hiding a part of myself even though they said they were fine with me being gay. I just think they didn’t know how to respond or how to cope with the fact that they have a gay brother, so they decided to say that they were fine with it to quickly move on from the subject. I can’t judge them. After-all, I’m still trying to figure myself out and I shouldn’t expect them to know everything about me. My family is pretty private. We actively choose not to talk about family issues to strangers, and I am sure they will get upset if they ever saw this blog. I guess, I have written too much to stop.

Anyhow. You now have some information about my life.
Again, please try not to be too judgmental.

Originally posted on July 20, 2013

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Comments (16)

  1. E,

    I read this specific blog, and way to go to express who you are. For me, writing has always been an outlet for me to vent and release my anger/stress or whatever it may be in a healthy way. I never know what I’m going to write about until the inspiration hits me. I can go days without having any inspiration, and then all of a sudden, I have inspiration to write. I posted one about sports this morning, and the inspiration came from an NBA game that was on TV last night, followed by a car ride this morning. Also, thank you for the liking of my blog. If you ever need someone to vent to, email me, and we will connect, and I will help you out the best way I can or let me know how I can help you, and I will. I struggle with several mental health issues, and blogging is a way to keep me calm and centered, so my topics are going to be random when I write and then post.

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    1. Hi Kris, I use writing as a way to release stress as well. I’ve read a few of your posts and I really do like your sense of optimism. Also, I’m glad you’re using your blog as a way to keep calm and centered. Yes, let’s keep in touch! I hope you’re having a wonderful day.

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  2. This may be weird but I just like the gentle reminder “Please try not to be too judgmental”. Looking forward to more of your posts E!

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  4. Hi E.
    Like others in the comments, I stumbled across your blog because you took the time to check mine out, and like a post. Though we are most likely vastly different people, it’s interesting noticing the differences and similarities in who we are, and how we write. My blog started mainly as an art project, but quickly shifted to telling my story through feelings, not opinions. I look forward to reading more of your story.
    Thanks.

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  5. Hello E, I’m completely new to the blogging community, so thank you for liking one of my posts. I don’t really know what direction I plan to take my blog as well, but I do love the catharsis I get from writing and so will continue to write whatever is at top of mind until some pattern appears and I can follow a particular direction. I loved reading this post of yours. Very genuine and insightful. I look forward to reading more of your posts.

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    1. Hello H, I’m glad that you are enjoying the writing process. I suggest taking your time and not put pressure on yourself to find the “right” direction for your blog. Keep writing and have fun with it.

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  6. E: I saw your post, a poem really, that spoke of sadness and loss……..the positive responses were almost emotionally overwhelming to me and I found myself in tears. We, all of us, are judgmental. I hope your interactions are filled with POSITIVE judgements…for those are all you deserve. Blessings.

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    1. Hello Suze, I hope you found some type of comfort in the post/poem.

      And you had me thinking about the positive judgements people have had of me. I will try to appreciate them more.

      Thank you for your kind blessing. I hope you have a great start to a new year.

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  7. Welcome to the blogging world and thank you for stopping by at mine.
    I have been blogging for years now, since 2008. So, longer than my current blog. I hope you find writing your blog therapeutic as I do.

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    1. Hello and thank you. Oh wow, you have been blogging for quite a while, I am glad that writing is helping you.

      As for me, it does help me clarify certain situations that have happened in my life and helps guide me towards healing from them.

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  8. I found you because you took the time to read and “like” a recent post. Thank you for that – especially because it led me to you. I read your introduction – who you are, where you came from, et al.(a very interesting person) I also read your note to your future daughter (she’s going to be a lucky girl) and I read the post about growing up with a dad you drank too much. WOW! You are an excellent writer and I have enjoyed getting to know you – even just this little bit. You are also an amazing person who has overcome a lot and has a lot to give to this world. Keep writing. And keep giving. Believe that you are worthwhile – because you are.
    I offer you my sincere blessing for your continued journey.
    With love, Linda

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    1. Yes, I read your post about resolutions.

      Thank you for your kind words Linda. It means a lot that you took time to read a few of my stories. And thank you for your words of encouragement. It’s always nice to get support from others even if we don’t know each other all too well.

      Sorry for the late reply, life has been keeping me busy, but I just wanted to say that I appreciate your message.

      I hope is well in your life.

      – E

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