Why not an alter-ego?

When I decided to make my own blog site, I was told by dear friends it would be better if I create an alter-ego and hide my real identity to the readers. They told me that majority of popular bloggers were not really known to their avid fans and it is more appealing if it’ll be kept that way; the more curious the readers are as to who the writer is, the more the blog’s becoming more exciting.

I said why not? Back then, I initially thought the character that I’ll create is that of a college professor. My reason? I was thinking I could give justice to it, and somehow, would be a clue to close friends of my real identity; after all, they really thought I would be an educator. I thought I’ll be a professor of Economics (hmmm… why Econ specifically?), who’s in-love with a Computer Science student (why again?) but ended up with a college undergrad (hehehe). But last minute decision was not to create a doppelganger, to my very nature of candidness, spontaneity, honesty and tact, I would have to be my own self…. and it sure paid off. I was able to pour my emotions freely, easily and comfortably. And yes, was still able to stir up interest to my readers (my colleagues in the office actually).

And so I was able to post twenty messages already, with my day-to-day experience as my stimulant. I know some of my writings aren’t that compelling or appealing, but I know some of you have been waiting for my next posting after the other, especially when I’m writing the story of my love affair (or is it with an s?). Just because I am not that vocal about this topic in the office and even to my friends, you were thinking I will share my thoughts and feelings through this humble site (ouch, someone spanked me!). And yes, occasionally I write them down just like with the last posting prior to this one. (Hmm… probably you’re wondering as to who this person is. A clue: browse my Friendster Account; my current apple of the eye isn’t there hahaha! Give it to me, baby! That’s something private!)

Now that I was able to at least attain my goal - and that is to simply write and stir up interest to at least a handful - I’d say alter-egos aren’t at all times effective. It may be to some or majority of the bloggers but not on me. Perhaps if I chose to create a character, I would be able to post only a few postings (perhaps three to five as the most); for I am not really that imaginative and I know I won’t be able to weave stories of personalities not totally known to me. At least I now feel the satisfaction, even if I’m also risking the possibility of my family members reading this site and compromising my “chuvachuchu” with ahmmmm, private nga eh!

Best said, I am a writer of my own mind and my own world. I am letting you hear the flouted whimpers… of my derisive soul… and a shadow of my being would not at all be a help. If I remain to be silent on some issues, I apologize… but also, thanks for reading this. You added one to my viewing count.

Till next ish… Happy weekend chuvachuhu.