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How a 2005 Decision Shaped My Writing Career

Back in 2005, I embarked on my blogging journey at yourhub.com, a unique social media platform associated with the now defunct Rocky Mountain News. This innovative site allowed users to write and publish articles, creating a space where voices could be heard. If your story was selected by the editorial team, it found its way into a Thursday insert, which was a part of the printed morning newspaper, a thrilling experience for any aspiring writer. To my delight, they picked my first article, which ignited a passion for storytelling that would last far beyond my initial expectations. This incredible opportunity set in motion over 20 years of blogging, during which I honed my craft and developed my unique voice. I ventured into various writing projects, including self-publishing books and creating diverse content across multiple platforms. Over the years, I have accumulated a wealth of experience, allowing me to express my thoughts and opinions freely and confidently. The decision to start this journey undeniably helped me learn, grow, and connect with a community that shares my enthusiasm for storytelling and self-expression.

Daily writing prompt
Describe a decision you made in the past that helped you learn or grow.
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Back To Writing

The decision was made last summer. I have had WordPress site since 2009 and I let it go dormant until last summer. I also opened up a Sub Stack account at the same time since I forgot that I had this account. Now I am posting on both accounts.

Over a year ago I had a life-threatening event and I thought I was going to breath my last breath. Miraculously I survived this serious event. My blood clot During the three days in ICU, I had plenty of time to search for the purpose of my survival. I still feel there is a reason I was given a second chance. After six months of recuperating and still searching for the reason I survived, and I had the thought maybe I should share my thoughts, ideas and stories in a blog type format. I heard about Sub Stack on a news article and started blogging and then I remembered about my WordPress account and revitalized it. I now have over 200 posts on WordPress and over 50 on Sub Stack. Some posts are the same on both sites.

I also Have a Blurb account. blurb.com/user/tomtreloar that I have also had for a long time with a selection of books I have published. I then discovered that they now have a magazine publishing section, and this would fit perfectly for me. Rambling Magazine

Recently Writers Digest started following me on X (formerly twitter) and this news excited me. People must be noticing this mere spec in this gigantic universe. Now I have seen about freelance copywriting. I am retired and it appears that my finances will last longer than me, so I do not need the money. However, I will consider the opportunity if it happens to come my way.

In conclusion, deciding to resurrect writing and posting has been a good decision for me. It gives me something else to do and I am learning more about the internet and software used. Where this all goes, who knows?

Daily writing prompt
Describe a decision you made in the past that helped you learn or grow.
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