The subhead for this blog reads “School teacher, dad, homeowner turns superhero but has to learn his powers along the way.”
Lately I’ve had a weird sort of feeling about that. Like I’m supposed to explain what it means or something. And since, in my own mind, that would be a lot of work and I’m lazy, I’ve been thinking about just changing it.
I mean, it doesn’t really make sense, does it? Do I really think I’m all that superheroish? Better than?
I mean what’s easier, right? Creatively digging into my own psyche, searching for the reason I put that up there, and then figuring out a way to communicate that in a simple and (hopefully) entertaining way? Or just writing a new one.
Not sure to what I’d change it. Nothing great comes to mind.
My problem is, in a goofy kind of way, it kind of makes sense to me. But if I had to tell you why, I’d stumble all over myself. And there’s this odd sort of dissonance when I can’t explain something as basic as the subhead on my own blog.
Just makes me uncomfortable.
I have this nagging fear that some day, somebody’s going to ask me what the hell it means. And in all honesty, I’m not sure I could explain it.
My kung-fu is strong, but . . .
Anyway now I think my problem (big problem ‘eh? wish I had more problems like this one, right?) may be solved, because tonight I found a blogger who’s done it for me. Or at least come pretty darn close.
So if my subhead has ever given you pause, click on over and read what godsleuth has to say about Your Inner Superhero.
I think she comes pretty close to nailing it. I just stumbled on her blog tonight, but from what I can tell, it looks pretty good. She has a good message.
Her superhero post will inspire you to embrace the hero within and most likely recognize a reserve of strength you might not understand that you have.
Plus, anyone plugging Spiderman is cool in my book.
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7 responses so far ↓
1 Herman // Apr 26, 2007 at 2:44 am
I like it because it’s profound. The sad thing is that a lot of us are not in tune enough to intuitively recognize that it’s a profound self-description thus kung-fu might come into play. The beauty of life too is that we are constantly changing yet remain the very same people we’ve always been. So, if there’s a party going on in your inner psyche and you redefine yourself, do let us in. If we have to crash your party just to find out who you are and not because of the inviting aroma of the delicacies you prepare, …..hmmm, something must be wrong. Hey, my party’s just been crashed. Gotta go. Have a great day!
Wow, Herman, thanks for that comment.
Yeah, it’s clear you get the whole “superhero” definition as well as my consern about how it is being read.
Heh, no parties here. Funny too. I used to be constantly thinking about redefinitions. Now I only think about listening to what/who is already there.
But enough about me. I’ve been following your blog and I have to say I’m very impressed. You’ve been busy.
Great job. Thanks for sharring your knowlege and insights.
Chris
2 Lyrical Fool // Apr 26, 2007 at 12:23 pm
The “superhero” thing was something that caught my eye about your blog, Chris, and I think I quoted your tagline (or whatever you call it) when I posted about it.
This entry is fantastic, I think.
And yeah, the Spiderman connection rocks.
3 Mark // Apr 26, 2007 at 4:19 pm
Chris,
Interesting how your answer came to you as you needed it. Have to love how the Universe works! Godsleuth is a great blog. Glad that you found it!
4 Alexys Fairfield // Apr 27, 2007 at 5:34 am
Hi Chris,
Just happened to stumble over your way today and I was pleasantly surprised. Thank you for the plug. I think the whole superhero ethos comes from just being a good person and it sounds like you’re already there.
So you’re pretty cool in my book too.
Oh, geez. How lame am I? Over a week I think and I still haven’t replied to your comment. Anyway–thanks for stopping by. I’m enjoying your blog very much.
CW
5 Lyrical Fool // Apr 27, 2007 at 2:05 pm
Just a thought…but for those who understand it, no words are necessary. For those who see it as a joke, or something silly (other than sillier ;)) no words are necessary either.
And don’t sweat it so much. After all, you are just learning your powers along the way!
Perfect, Fool. You hit it right on the head. What was I getting so worked up about? Thanks.
CW
6 Missy // May 7, 2007 at 2:35 am
hey you said a bad word!
7 Seemore butts // Jun 5, 2007 at 7:59 pm
Hey dark sexy superhero! Id like to come over to the nursing home and you give me a sponge bath myself : ). i like your words.
LOVE,
SEEMORE
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