To this anonymous critic, I have only two words: You're right.
In a 5 second sound bite world, I am an anachronism. I love words and I love to use them. My whole purpose in blogging is to help married guys who are struggling with their sexuality come to terms with that sexuality and integrate it into their lives in such a way that they can meet the demands of their sexuality while living a relatively normal, happy and successful life.
Tightening Up the Cinch |
The problem is none of that makes the critic wrong in his stated suggestions. One can't reach people if one doesn't do it within the attention span people are willing to allocate to reading.
So with the critic's suggestions in mind, I'll try to tighten things up.
Thanks to all of you who bear with me and a special thanks to those of you who take the time to comment. I love honest feedback, even critical feedback. I'm not too enthused about anonymous feedback simply because I love to interact with people and I can't interact with anonymous people. I hope many of you will consider comments with an email address attached.
Nevertheless, thanks anonymous for your critique. I'll try to do better, and I hope to hear from you again.
Jack Scott
Oops, there you go again. SMILE... Mark W.
ReplyDeleteJack, don't change a thing! What you've written has helped, provided real insight, into what I am going through. I don't think you need to tighten any thing up, say it all. I with you, words are important, and only you know how to get your point across.
ReplyDeleteJay
Jack, occasionally its fine to post a shorter post. For those of us who grew up in the digital age with short attention spans, it's helpful.
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand, if you have something to bear your soul about, don't hold back.
Jack, thank you so much for making this site available. How fortunate to have a place to share concerns, ask questions and gain knowledge about a part of each man's life which is integral to how we interact on our planet. I look forward to coming to this site as often as time permits. It is a great place and I hope to make knew friends both on-line and in the area where I live.
ReplyDeleteAll the best - marc
Austin, TX
Jack, don't you dare change your style of writing. Your style makes you the unique person you are. If someone wants sound bites they should try another venue. I enjoy your style immensely. I see a perfect balance of words and thoughts when I read your writings. Keep up the good work for me and your other readers. Johnny
ReplyDeleteJohnny, thanks so much for your comment. It is encouraging to me and means a lot.
DeleteStrangely, we both came to the same conclusion. I struggled with the issue for several weeks before deciding that the world does not need more sound bite artists. Instead they need writers who make them think independently on their own.
So my writing style will remain what it is.
Jack Scott