So at random times throughout my time of posting this blog, people have told me about how they read it, and how they have friends who read it, and how their friend's chihuahua reads it. It begs the question - who actually takes the time to read what I'm writing. Originally this was intended as a way to communicate with friends and family on the initial assumption that I may not have regular access to email and this might be the only way. That has long since been proven false, but I still post, and people still read, and it seems to be a happy medium. But the question of who, and even how, still comes to me from time to time.
So the persistent nag of curiosity has gotten the better of me and I have to ask - who are you, and how did you come to be reading this today? Does my blog show up on google searches, or is it a more logical and traceable "6 degrees of Me" kind of thing?
Below this post, there is a link that says "comment", which allows for feedback and, well, comments. If you have made it this far, and I can assume you've read other posts, and you have the time and motivation - go ahead and let me know the who and the how. I must say, this is not a narcissistic ploy in disguise, I am not looking for compliments or reviews, although you're always welcome to say what you think.
Will it change anything I write about? Probably not. I'm still here, and I'm still going to be as honest as I can about what's going on around me. I'm just curious... who am I really writing to.
Thank you.
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I'm happy to be the first to reply. I check your blog every day, sometimes more than once, to see if there's a new post. Of course, my reasons are obvious!
ReplyDeleteMom
No exciting who or how here..but I do read it every few weeks:)
ReplyDeleteI have your blog as one of my tabs that automatically open every time I open my browser so I can see what's new every morning. It's my way of knowing what it's like in another land, of keeping up with an old friend and knowing when he is due to return home to go wheeling with me. Keep it up! Love the humor and pictures associated with your posts.
ReplyDeleteCarl Lhamon
I'm just using your blog to track whether you've been naughty or nice.
ReplyDeleteKevin,
ReplyDeleteWe read it because it is very interesting. Keep up the information flow.
Peter and Charlene Zent
I started reading it to check in and make sure you were okay. Your writing and the perspective you present opened up a new world- not a pretty one, but one that is important. And I still check to see if you are keeping your head down!
ReplyDeletePD
I truly enjoy reading your perspective. You communicate your thoughts well and it is interesting to me to compare the Kevin I remember from the past with the 2010 Kevin. I pray for you daily. Be safe. Momma Wong
ReplyDeleteI read it on my company issued crackberry when I have a lull during the day. I check in to see what's been going on and get a perspective on something very foreign (in more way than one) to me. I always enjoy your thoughts and you writing style is surprisingly elloquent given the topic and circumstances.
ReplyDeleteSteve S.
Kevin:
ReplyDeleteHang in there, we are all pulling for you. How's the weather there? It has been below 0F every night since Christmas, and we expect 8 in of snow tonight, nothing like what the MD relatives got, but we win on coldness.
Hey Kevin,
ReplyDeleteMy sister and brother in law are neighbors of yours (Michelle and Jason) and suggested your blog to me. I check in every few days and appreciate your first hand (and well-written) account of life there. Thank you for your sacrifice and service.
Regards,
Debbie M.
I read your blog because I would be missing out on a lot if I didn't! I enjoy your narrative style immensely.
ReplyDelete~Ryan
Hi Kevin,
ReplyDeleteI know your mom through her volunteer work and she shared this link with me. I have been most impressed by your writing and the glimpse into what this war is REALLY like for our troops. I admire your courage and spirit and hope you and all the others are home safely soon.
Sincerely,
Connie Downing
Hello,
ReplyDeleteYour blog entertains me. I love your puns and clever wit.
That is all,
Anna
Hello,
ReplyDeleteYour blog has helped me understand a bit of what our troops go through. Thank you for sharing your experience and for your support in protecting our American freedom!