Just over seven months ago I re-launched this blog. I didn't really have any expectations although I hoped it would do well.
Honestly, I did it for me without any real anticipation of success. Writing along with sports are my first loves. Politics and social issues are my infatuations.
Writing is something I thoroughly enjoy. It relaxes me. I don't know if I am necessarily good at it although my ego tells me I am pretty damn good. Regardless I feel it's my calling.
It allows me to actually tie together my love for sports and infatuation with politics and social issues. Writing is my outlet.
I am quite opinionated. I like expressing my opinions. Not because I arrogantly believe I am right and know everything but because I feel I offer a certain, perhaps unique, perspective and insight and hopefully I can generate dialogue. Problems only get solved and connections made through discussion.
So, restarting this blog has allowed me the opportunity to do that.
Now, I said I held no tangible expectations regarding the success of this blog. Frankly, I am not sure what is thought of regarding the blog. I seem to possess a moderate dedicated readership. I estimate the blog receives 60 to 70 views per post. Although I certainly would prefer more that is a number I can live with. I have received some positive feedback as well.
In recent months I have pondered the idea of taking the blog to video. A few people mentioned I should start a YouTube channel. Admittedly, I initially scoffed at the idea. This face on video isn't exactly an appetizing idea. Y'all can be honest. I'm not exactly photogenic. The camera does not love me. It usually says, "Ewwww. Boy, please! Lawd have mercy."
However, as time passed and I gave more thought to it, I realized (my ugly mug aside)having my own YouTube channel is something I would like and it would actually in a way fulfill a dream.
When I was a kid I always dreamed of being on SportsCenter and hosting special political events. I admired and idolized Chris Berman, Dan Patrick, Keith Olbernan, Skip Carey, Hannah Storm and Dick Schapp. But, I also idolized the political pundits I would see on tv. And, even now I find myself fascinated with people like Rachel Maddow, Tucker Carlson and Chris Hayes. I certainly look admiringly at people like Sam Seder, Cenk Ugyur, Ana Kasparian, Michael Brooks and Kyle Kulinski and think I love what they are doing and on a smaller scale would not only love to do what they are doing but believe I would be good at doing it.
So, I have decided to go for a dream. I am launching my own YouTube channel called "Robbase2110".
I am aware I may not obtain any subscribers or many views. But, you are certain to fail if you don't try and you can't succeed unless you are willing to take a chance.
I will still write because, again, it's my passion. My intention is to do write blogs and produce content on YouTube. I acknowledge it will be difficult since I have a job I love and, of course, it comes first. Thus, as this blog does now, it will have to come in my free time. I will just have to make sure the time is there for me to write, read, research, enjoy my other interests, follow my youngest son's high school sports career as it's in its latter stages and produce quality content on my fledgling YouTube channel.
My 2018 was so-so. I definitely found some peace and direction through rediscovering my political ideology and my love/concern for societal issues like race, feminism and combating racism and misogyny. I have done some introspection and re-evaluating of my own role in misogyny and feminism. And, I certainly have regained a passion for fighting for equality across the board.
I am on a constant search for contentment; not happiness. I have always known I deserve happiness but happiness is a bit of a myth because contentment, inner strength, self-respect and peace are the things we should obtain. And, we all should surround ourselves with people who desire to aid us in the pursuit of these things and who want the best for us. I am fortunate in that I have and have had those folks around me. Sometimes we , I included, must learn to disavow negativity and negative people who seek to hold others under foot. But, enough about that.
I don't do resolutions because they are usually not tethered to any real intentions or aspirations. They are goals that sound good but people aren't really interested or dedicated in achieving.
Instead I am adhering to aspirations. I don't know what 2019 will bring. I know what I hope it brings. I hope for peace and contentment. I am looking for positivity to engulf my life. I am going to go for a dream.
I am starting this YouTube channel with aspirations. I will do the best I can and pray for the best. I will be myself and express my thoughts and opinions and deal with whatever comes after.
Of course, I hope I garner a following. I hope the readers of this blog will subscribe to my channel. I, also, intend to improve this blog and become a better and more polished writer.
To all those who have followed this blog I thank you! I appreciate your friendship and support. I do ask your support extends to my fledgling endeavor.
I have set up a Patreon page although I am awful at promoting it. I feel like I am begging for money, which I am not! I, of course, want people to become a patron but just becoming a patron would thrill me. I don't expect a penny. I just want to produce good content that all of you enjoy.
Happy New Year to you all!!! I sincerely hope 2019 brings you everything you desire!
Honestly, I did it for me without any real anticipation of success. Writing along with sports are my first loves. Politics and social issues are my infatuations.
Writing is something I thoroughly enjoy. It relaxes me. I don't know if I am necessarily good at it although my ego tells me I am pretty damn good. Regardless I feel it's my calling.
It allows me to actually tie together my love for sports and infatuation with politics and social issues. Writing is my outlet.
I am quite opinionated. I like expressing my opinions. Not because I arrogantly believe I am right and know everything but because I feel I offer a certain, perhaps unique, perspective and insight and hopefully I can generate dialogue. Problems only get solved and connections made through discussion.
So, restarting this blog has allowed me the opportunity to do that.
Now, I said I held no tangible expectations regarding the success of this blog. Frankly, I am not sure what is thought of regarding the blog. I seem to possess a moderate dedicated readership. I estimate the blog receives 60 to 70 views per post. Although I certainly would prefer more that is a number I can live with. I have received some positive feedback as well.
In recent months I have pondered the idea of taking the blog to video. A few people mentioned I should start a YouTube channel. Admittedly, I initially scoffed at the idea. This face on video isn't exactly an appetizing idea. Y'all can be honest. I'm not exactly photogenic. The camera does not love me. It usually says, "Ewwww. Boy, please! Lawd have mercy."
However, as time passed and I gave more thought to it, I realized (my ugly mug aside)having my own YouTube channel is something I would like and it would actually in a way fulfill a dream.
When I was a kid I always dreamed of being on SportsCenter and hosting special political events. I admired and idolized Chris Berman, Dan Patrick, Keith Olbernan, Skip Carey, Hannah Storm and Dick Schapp. But, I also idolized the political pundits I would see on tv. And, even now I find myself fascinated with people like Rachel Maddow, Tucker Carlson and Chris Hayes. I certainly look admiringly at people like Sam Seder, Cenk Ugyur, Ana Kasparian, Michael Brooks and Kyle Kulinski and think I love what they are doing and on a smaller scale would not only love to do what they are doing but believe I would be good at doing it.
So, I have decided to go for a dream. I am launching my own YouTube channel called "Robbase2110".
I am aware I may not obtain any subscribers or many views. But, you are certain to fail if you don't try and you can't succeed unless you are willing to take a chance.
I will still write because, again, it's my passion. My intention is to do write blogs and produce content on YouTube. I acknowledge it will be difficult since I have a job I love and, of course, it comes first. Thus, as this blog does now, it will have to come in my free time. I will just have to make sure the time is there for me to write, read, research, enjoy my other interests, follow my youngest son's high school sports career as it's in its latter stages and produce quality content on my fledgling YouTube channel.
My 2018 was so-so. I definitely found some peace and direction through rediscovering my political ideology and my love/concern for societal issues like race, feminism and combating racism and misogyny. I have done some introspection and re-evaluating of my own role in misogyny and feminism. And, I certainly have regained a passion for fighting for equality across the board.
I am on a constant search for contentment; not happiness. I have always known I deserve happiness but happiness is a bit of a myth because contentment, inner strength, self-respect and peace are the things we should obtain. And, we all should surround ourselves with people who desire to aid us in the pursuit of these things and who want the best for us. I am fortunate in that I have and have had those folks around me. Sometimes we , I included, must learn to disavow negativity and negative people who seek to hold others under foot. But, enough about that.
I don't do resolutions because they are usually not tethered to any real intentions or aspirations. They are goals that sound good but people aren't really interested or dedicated in achieving.
Instead I am adhering to aspirations. I don't know what 2019 will bring. I know what I hope it brings. I hope for peace and contentment. I am looking for positivity to engulf my life. I am going to go for a dream.
I am starting this YouTube channel with aspirations. I will do the best I can and pray for the best. I will be myself and express my thoughts and opinions and deal with whatever comes after.
Of course, I hope I garner a following. I hope the readers of this blog will subscribe to my channel. I, also, intend to improve this blog and become a better and more polished writer.
To all those who have followed this blog I thank you! I appreciate your friendship and support. I do ask your support extends to my fledgling endeavor.
I have set up a Patreon page although I am awful at promoting it. I feel like I am begging for money, which I am not! I, of course, want people to become a patron but just becoming a patron would thrill me. I don't expect a penny. I just want to produce good content that all of you enjoy.
Happy New Year to you all!!! I sincerely hope 2019 brings you everything you desire!
