Choose to Take the Journey

Hey guys,

I’m proud to announce that I’ve just reached 25,000 views–almost exclusively through word of mouth!  I could probably attract more views if I wrote about alkaline paleo diets or how to make “bank” while you sleep–but I would rather not prostitute my writing for the sake of views.  I know some high-profile blogs out there might gather 25,000 views in a single day, but I’m just happy to make progress.

I still remember when I was averaging 10 views a day and I suddenly got 26 views on the day I posted “Why Not to Be Racist.”  I was as high as a cloud.  I even told my girlfriend at the time, “I can die happy now.”–no joke.  Later, when I received 248 views on the day I posted “Peace and Fulfillment,” I felt that same high–but no better than before.  One day, when I receive 1,000 views in a single day, it’ll probably feel similar to the day I got 26 views.  It’s all just part of the journey baby.

I want to take this opportunity to thank my friend Adrian Manzano who encouraged me to start a Facebook account in order to have an initial audience for my blog (I used to be anti-facebook).  The first few views trickling in kept me going, especially when my self-doubt was at its strongest.  If you like my blog, the best compliment you can give me is to refer a friend or share your favorite post on facebook.

Thank you all, dear readers, for your support!

Love

A. T. Bui

Next milestone: 50,000 views