This blog is 5 years, three months a and 1,260 total blog posts old. That's a long time. I've said many times that I really had no idea what this blog was going to be or what to expect when I started blogging. And, well over 1,200 blog posts later, I still have no idea what this blog is supposed to be, but I can say that the experience has been truly amazing.
There have been ups and downs in the Bloggerhood over the last 5 plus years. Lots and lots and lots of laughs, a few of arguments and couple of tears. Friendships made, and some that were lost. People came and went. Some moved on and stayed in touch, some just up and left without warning or saying goodbye. But, overall I would say that blogging has been about 95% positive experiences. I've met some of the coolest people on Earth here. And some of the hottest.
But, after giving it serious thought I have decided that it's time to end the blog.
I'm just out of gas. I'm burned out. There's no fire in the belly. The tank is empty. I've lost the desire to blog. And a whole lot of other cliches.
Am I going away forever? Well, you can never say never, right? I mean, you can name a movie “Never Say Never” but you should never really say “never.” In fact, I probably will return to blogging at some point. But, it won't be soon. Like not in 2011. At least not on a regular basis. And it'll have to be a lot easier and quicker and less of a hassle. Also, it'll have to be under my own domain and on a different platform and all that stuff.
Might I possibly, from time to time, pop up here? Maybe when there's a big announcement to make? Like if maybe one of my underage hookers nails me with a paternity suit, will I come on here and announce that I'm gonna be a daddy? No.
I'm not going away entirely though. I WILL still be around on Tumblr. Maybe posting an occasional rant there. And, some pics of hot chicks, videos and quotes. And you know I'll be on Twitter. And I'll be around on Facebook, although I don't post status updates much and don't really do much there other than poke hot chicks.
And of course, you'll still be able to hear me along with Matt-Man over on the “I'm With Stupid” podcast. Which is recorded live every Saturday at Noon EDT on Blog Talk Radio. And is available in archives 24/7. And the show will continue to be available on the player over on my sidebar. And I will also post the show here every Monday also, mostly to take advantage of search engines and someone happening upon the show. I'll post the enclosure link too for anyone who wants to listen through reader.
I just decided that, by the way. Which is kind of hilarious because I was sure I had thought this out completely. Anyway, just the show on Mondays. No actual blog posts.
And of course I'm Jayman3768 on Google Talk AND Skype.
I know what a lot of you guys don't do other social media sites like Twitter or Facebook. And many of you don't mix them together. You keep each world separate. Totally understandable. There are many of you here that through blogs is the only connection we have. Well, I'll still be reading blogs, just not everyday. I'll be keeping up with you (commonly referred to as STALKING) and will drop in and say “Hola!” in your comments from time to time.
I had considered listing names of people who have made blogging such a great experience. But, the list would be incredibly long and there would be so many names on it who aren't around the blogosphere anymore. And, I would invariably leave someone out.
But, I will never forget everyone here in the Bloggerhood. It's amazing how often I just suddenly think about a blog post from the past. Something funny, or touching or thought-provoking that someone posted on their blog back in the day. Or a comment that someone left here that meant way more to me than they'll ever know or understand why.
Like I said, blogging has been a long, strange trip. But, every second of it has been worth it. And I thank all of you guys (and many who are no longer here in the hood) for making it so freaking awesome.
As far as any “regular” blog posting, this will be the last one on this blog. And so my friends in this wacky and wonderful world we call the blogosphere, I wish all of you the best, and bid you a most heart-felt adieu.
