thejunkyswife: I was interested in interviewing you because I haven't bumped into too many folks with an urban perspective in the blogosphere. It may just be my niche, but it seems to be the province of stay-at-home moms and computer nerds...what brought you to the world of blogging? Do you think my generalizations are accurate in any way?

Urban Thought: The world of blogging was introduced to me by a friend of mine. When my friend launched his site I thought to myyself 'that seems like a cool idea.' I was looking for a hobby at the time to occupy my time. It also was supposed to be a platform for me to showcase my photography.

There is some truth to generalizations. I wasn't aware of other urbanites (folk) that were involved in blogging until I actually started. But I'm not a stay-at-home mom or a computer nerd.

You're never truly aware of the world outside your window until you open it and stick your head out.


thejunkyswife: What's your goal as a blogger?

Urban Thought: My goal as a blogger is to reach people and engage them in thought. I just thought that up. When I started blogging it was only a means of killing time and exploring my creative side (still a work in progress). But at the end of the day if I can provoke thought then I feel a sense of accomplishment.


thejunkyswife: Where do you get your ideas for things to write about?

Urban Thought: My ideas for writing come from daily observations of my environment. In addition, the web, newspapers, radio, television, and movies play a big role in source material.


thejunkyswife: This isn't a question, I just wanted to say it. I like your music reviews. The personal take is refreshing and honest. You can respond if you have anything to say to that.

Urban Thought: Thank you. I appreciate that.

My approach in reviewing music is the most creative I've been on the blog. The commentary is true to my personality.


thejunkyswife: And that said, while much of your blog feels really personal, I don't get much of a sense of who you are. What's up with that stance...the juxtaposition between being really forthright and revealing a lot about yourself through your opinions but not really revealing much about YOU (where you are, what you look like, etc) creates an interesting tension...

Urban Thought: My life is tension.

Funny you should comment on that. People say that about me who have known me for years. My personality is the same on my blog as it is in my day-to-day life.

I'm not the type to reveal myself. I have a need for affords me the privacy I hold close to my heart while letting me express myself freely.

Besides, people like mystery (until they get bored with it).