When I first started blogging for this course, I wasn’t sure what to expect. At first, it felt unnatural and I was uncertain, it was very different from the structured writing I was used to. But over time, I realized that that was one of its main purposes. Blogging encouraged me to explore ideas more personally and reflectively.
So the question is did I blog enough to get comfortable? Almost. I blogged regularly but not quite enough to make it a second nature. Still I believe the process helped me grow as a writer. I became more reflective and it helped build a little confidence in my writing in my own voice. I stopped overthinking and just wrote how I felt.
I would say when it came to feedback it was a little limited, though when I was given feedback it was very valuable. Even without a lot of direct responses, knowing there was an audience made me more thoughtful about what I wrote. I think if there was more structured feedback could have helped me push my writing further.
What worked best was the way blogging helped me connect ideas, what we learned in class, and things on a more personal level. If I could change anything, I’d post more frequently and include more interaction. Overall, blogging became something that I grew to like, it helped me develop my voice within my writing. I didn’t blog perfectly, but I definitely think I grew as a writer, which is my ultimate takeaway.