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Introduction to The Sports Blog

Filed under: General by dsmith @ 11:48 am on July 8, 2007.

I have always been interested in blogs because they give us little people a chance to express our views. Everyone likes to hear themselves speak — or in this case, see their words on a screen — and I am no exception. I have always been a bit verbose when writing and I tend to be a bit on the opinionated side as well. This is my first attempt at a blog and I have set my goals quite lofty. I hope to get at least one person to read a portion of something that I have written here. Wish me luck…

I decided to start a blog about a topic that can be very controversial , yet at the same time entertaining. I wanted something that people could be passionate about. Something that can bond perfect strangers and divide families, but at the end of the day doesn’t really matter in the overall scheme of things. That topic could only be sports. I recall hugging a total stranger at a game (yes - it was a guy too…) and just the other day I told a good friend that I would no longer discuss the NFL with him because he pulls for one of my “despised” teams. I never claimed to be a grown up and sports does bring out the best and worst in me.

The sport that I am most passionate about is NFL Football. I do have a favorite team, but I am going to try to avoid revealing that team. It will most likely come out in my writing, but I really do want to be unbiased (for the most part). I will try to write on other things as well, but my musings will generally revolve around the one sport for which I schedule my time to watch.

I would also like to invite anyone to join me in this blog quest. I am open to having any one join and I really would like to see people with different points of view and perspectives than I. My window on sports is very narrow and somewhat jaded. I will, however, maintain sole publishing discretion. This is not to discourage view points different than mine, quite the opposite. I will not tolerate anything vulgar, racist, or sexist however.

I love comments too. Even to say I am stupid. It is still attention. :D

 
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Wow, you’re stupid. And you stole my theme. And you’re talking about sports. And you’re posting under a pseudonym, Mr. DSmith. How cliche. (How’s that for attention? :) )

I’m glad to see you’re making the blog scene. Even though I’m not a big sports fan (except for rugby, rally cars, and GT racing), I do find your insights interesting. I look forward to reading your blog.

Comment by crystalattice — July 8, 2007 @ 1:42 pm

Ah, such kind words. :D

I am still trying to figure everything out here. This is the theme that seemed best suited for my style. At least I know that you have style as well.

I do appreciate the comment Cody. I have already reached my readership goal too. I may shoot even higher this time.

Comment by dsmith — July 8, 2007 @ 1:58 pm

I had to wait until after midnight so I wouldn’t mess up your one a day readership.

Football hunh. Who would have thunk it. I guess this gives us time to ramp up for the new season. Get out there and do some tackling practice on passersby. I know I’m ready to go at it. Come and get some Smith, we’re waiting. :)

Good to have a new face in the neighborhood. Even if it is someone that must be running from the law with a name like Smith. Any sports fan in the rain I guess. Wait a minute, maybe you’re hiding from your team…

Now where did I put that gasoline and pack of matches. I know its around here somewhere.

Comment by cableguy — July 8, 2007 @ 9:27 pm

My readership goal was 1 period. You just made me double my goal! (evil laugh)

Yeah, my kids are starting to feel the pain of the upcoming NFL season. I blind side my 7 y.o. all the time and tell him to keep his head on a swivel. :D (j/k - it is actually the other way around :( )

Comment by dsmith — July 9, 2007 @ 7:08 am

I am glad you started this web site, D. :)

Many of your posts at GIDForums & GIDNetwork are also usually the most popular ones, so I am sure you’ll fill your readership quota here VERY easily.

By the way, if you need a new theme, i.e. something more appropriate to sports, just leave a comment on that page with a link to the theme. Don’t forget to fill in the revenue share information too.

Comment by J de Silva — July 10, 2007 @ 7:14 am

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