There has been a huge flow of new reader on my blog today, thanks to Matt and Brad. I suppose it will be crazy like that for a few more hours!!
To every new reader, I hope your first visit won't be your last. I really enjoy seeing new people on my blog and I hope you will take some time to express yourself on the various posts on my blog. Don't worry if you comment on an old post, I will read them all and probably answer to most of them.
I want to make a special request to all the "straight" readers. Please please please express yourself. Your input can surely make my blog being a place where we can learn more from the gay world from the inside, but also from the outside!
Thank you everyone
JF
It is always great when people find you and your blog and link to it. A sudden influx of new readers, fresh eyes and other ideas open a world of possibility. Don't second guess for a moment anything you have written and embrace the new! I always enjoy reading what you share and your words DO make a difference. :)
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Glad to hear from you again! I still need my "old" readers ;)
Delete*Laughs* I knew as soon as I saw Matt and Brad's blog introducing you, there would be a TON of readers coming to you.
ReplyDeleteThese two guys are incredible, and I've enjoyed their blog, and I'm glad to have found yours through them.
Welcome, Archie!!
DeleteEnjoying your blog. Just caught up on your old posts. You'll find that special someone one day. Don't forget to check out local gay groups. I have a friend that found his partner of 2 plus years through two groups they belonged to (choir and running). You'll also get a chance to have some gay friends even if nothing romantic happens. Like some of the other readers I came from Matt and Brad blog. So keep blogging and I'll keep reading.
ReplyDeleteYes I will keep blogging and I do think that it is important to have gay friends. I will soon post something about this subject. Thanks for your words.
DeleteI've been reading some of your other posts and think I'm going to like your blog. I read what Matt and Brad wrote and thought I'd check out your blog.
ReplyDeleteI don't usually leave a lot of comments because I doubt I have a whole lot to say but I'm trying to get over that. I like reading what other gay guys are writing about and Matt and Brad are about the same age as me so I have learned a lot from them. I'm not out to that many people but want to keep getting more confident so I can do this. I like to read how others go through all this. I hope you keep writing about what you're going through because I learn a lot that way. Take care. Danny
Hi Danny, we're all here to help each other. I am not out to so many people neither, but I'm working on it. I'm glad I can help somehow.
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ReplyDeleteI am one of your new followers. Brought over from Brad & Matt's blog. Just finished reading through all your posts. You are very special and I hope you find the happiness you seek. Keep writing for yourself and others.
Hi Susan, gee I hope you didn't get a headache for reading so much!! It's a sweet compliment that you said I'm very special... thanks!! But can you tell me how so?? I mean, I know I have good qualities and I'm trying to be the best person I can, but I have never considered myself being very special. I'm glad you joined!
DeleteYou said it yourself, JF. You are are special because you are trying to be the best YOU that you can. Not everyone thinks that way. When reading through your posts, you showed us this over and over. It was very emotional for me in a good way. That's why I wish you so much fulfillment in your journey.
DeleteWell, thanks Susan. I guess I'm too close to the trees to see the forest :)
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ReplyDeleteJust adding to your list of new readers :) been reading all of your posts and just wanted to encourage you on this new journey.
I've been out to my family and friends for just under a year and I'm still trying to find my feet! There have been ups and downs but I've learnt so much about myself and wouldn't change a thing because I'm finally happy :)
So good luck and I look forward to reading more of your posts.
Big shout out from South Africa! :)
~ Reagan
Hi Reagan, I really understand how you feel. At least you are already happy, so this is great news!
DeleteLove your blog, JF. Thanks for letting me visit.
ReplyDeleteyay! You did it!
DeleteIt worked!! I'm so happy I can communicate with you...and a little sad I'm not a robot. :P Thanks for putting up with me - have a great weekend!
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ReplyDeleteBit late to post - but I wanted to say that it is so great that young guys like you and Matt & Brad are being a informal guide to gay boys (and their parents too). With today's information overload it is difficult to pick and choose good and honest influences.
What you said was true - people who are close are sometimes lost on how to behave or treat when people come out. But many of them face problem *because* they DON'T want to do something which is hurtful - they too are finding footing with this new information :)
I hope you continue to write about your journey :)
Hi Brahmin, it's never too late :)
DeleteThanks for bringing this to my attention. I will do a separate post out of my answer, as it is an important subject.
Hi JF! I'm generally fairly quiet on the blogosphere, but I've been nosing around your blog since getting the heads up from Matt & Brad and thought I should say hello. :)
ReplyDeleteHi! don't be shy and share your thoughts!!
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