It all makes me think about the earliest days of "social blogging." It was more about stories of life and human interest than about anyone being the next aspiring Hemingway.

The way it should be!

It's also easy to lose sight of the fact that a large number of participants in this community are actually having their first social media experience here. This is their first shot. They don't come here with 10 years on Facebook or Tumblr under their belts.

Absolutely!!! I know this well myself- living in a third world country. Technology is NOT a given for all... and one HAS to remember that!

It's usually easy enough to tell the difference between slightly inept sincerity and someone just churning out formulaic crud in pursuit of a few rewards. I think you know what I'm talking about...

Indeed, and yes - I do.

I follow you because I am interested in (and invested in) YOUR journey, Jaynie... yes, you're a great writer and illustrator and all that, but if you weren't relatable, that wouldn't amount to much, by itself.

Firstly, thank you! and yes... VERY TRUE!!! I can relate this this 200% - pitching this in real life... "the most amazing person", "loved by so many", "impossible not to like" - sure, sure, sure - but if I cannot "connect" to them on some level... its a dead end.

I am grateful we "connect" :)

A song you once shared on my track of the day posts still plays in my life at least weekly and I always think of you when it does!

Know which one?! ;)