What is E-Writing?

When I say E-Writing, what do you think of? Well- I think of writing for the internet. I think E-Writing generally means writing for a specific internet website or news/gossip column/blog. The way E-Writing reads is a lot of the time less-structured than say, a newspaper article, boasting a casual tone that relates to the site the user is on.

In terms of writing effectively for the internet, I think, just like anything else, there are must-do's. Probably the number one rule to remember is this: Online content should be the opposite to print content - meaning it should be interactive, dynamic and current.

I also think presentation has a lot to do with online content, and writer's should analyze the environment that is the site, and go from there. Readers want to see something coulorful - but not to the point of being an eye-sore.

Even though E-Writing shouldn't mirror a newspaper, it should still read like one. The inverted pyramid structure is one that should be incorporated, purely because it has been proven to work successfully.

People should keep in mind how their E-Writing reads- is it compelling or energetic? I think this is key when reading a news site/column or blog. You tend to turn off after you don't like a particular word or phrase, or if the words don't 'read well'. Speaking of this - font is a biggy. Keep in mind that fonts such as Comic Sans tends to remind people of a 5-year old, Arial is just plain mainstream, and Univers Extended is ugly.

I think the last thing to think about, is that the E-Writer should undoubtedly know there audience - or in other words E community. If an internet post is proving to be popular or successful, it probably means that it was well-written, specifically to that target audience.

So to all those wannabe E-Writers out there - if you keep in mind these simple tips then you should be fine.
Over and out!

Interesting.

Ever wonder why you tend to do some things? I found this 'interesting' website - filled with 'interesting' facts: Like-

Did you know that if you are right handed, you will tend to chew your food on the right side of your mouth.

Chewing gum while peeling onions will stop you from crying.

Bats always turn left when exiting a cave.

Dalmations are born without spots.

Every time you sneeze some of your brain cells die.

Check out the site - http://www.hemmy.net/2006/04/30/50-interesting-facts/

'Bad Boy' has been wiped

Hi Guys, I just thought I'd let you know, that the infamous 'bad boy' character that was in my social circle for approximately 2 and a half weeks - is now gone.
I am extremely happy as I am the one who ended it. I now have all my self-respect and feel a whole lot more 'wholesome'. I'm not talking like high quality multi-grain bread wholesome just yet - but close.

It's amazing what letting go of a bad thing can do to you. I'm actually having a good Monday -

Today's weird/funny: Hats of Meat

You want to check out a wacky site? Well here we have 'Hats of Meat' which is like....very odd

http://www.hatsofmeat.com/

On another disturbing note, why not check out DeathClock - this site apparently tells you the exact time and date of your death...need I say more?

http://www.deathclock.com

Definately an update needed here.

Ok, so we're talking about what we were talking about the other day - I have been rather slack in my posts lately but trust me, I have a hefty update concerning me, a 'bad boy' and some 'rules of engagement'.

I will say this once, and once only - and yes - the guy in question is very aware of where he stands (well at least I thought he did).

Sitting at home yesterday afternoon, and I hear a car pulll up. It's him. He's just 'dropping in'. I mean what!!! - unannounced??? And, he leaves it till he's been in the flat for twenty minutes before he even says hi.

What I want to know is this: Why is this guy turning up to 'visit me' after work, when it's just a casual thing. Anyway, because he stayed for about 2 hours, here I was thinking that he had come for something else....but oh NO people - here I was wrong again. He leaves at 10.30 - but not before I told him what I thought of him. It went a little something like this:

(CUE HEATED ARGUMENT)

ME: "So- let me get this straight. You came round to 'see me' but not ACTUALLY 'see me'??!!! And why didn't you txt before you came

BAD BOY: "I can turn up when I want"

ME: "Aaah- no, you can't." This is getting way to heavy. Just go"

BAD BOY: "BLAH BLAH BLAH IM SORRY......" @$*&!!!

Question- why does he think he can just go ahead and ignore the rules of play when it comes to a 'casual relationship'. You always stick to the rules people -ALWAYS. I've come to the conclusion that: It's just not worth it. Hello spinster with 40 cats and a long ash hangin off the cigarette life. Hello.

When good girls go bad.

For most of you out there you will think I'm referring to the newest hit on the radio by that Gossip Girl chic - or whatever. And you are right, in a way.Because I am talking about when music imitates life : Have you ever had that? Of course, everyone has!

This is my experience. Just around the time that this hit song began to 'flourish' on the radio, I became involved with a 'bad boy'. Now when I say bad I don't mean just plain boring bad - I'm talking about the whole deal - this is one edgy guy. Anyway, everytime I hear this song it's like they are trying to tell me to GET OUT of the situation. And I know I should. I am a good girl - but everyone's gone 'bad' at some point. Let me have this one thing.

I did think about however, the fact that when I do want to end this casual/flingy/in-no-way steady thing, that it won't be that easy. It's true what they say about the 'bad boys' - they are a whole different kettle of fish. And I am so above board it's not funny - I mean, I don't think I've ever done somethinig illegal or just 'bad' in general. God knows this is a good thing.

So here I am venting my uncomfortableness at being involved with this (relatively older) 'bad boy'. This isn't your typical skank blog people - this is serious. If I sit back and think about it, where the hell did this attraction come from? I am now partially regretting it.

I will keep you updated...

Sunday Funday

Waking up on Sunday morning and having a relaxing read of the paper (or in my case a trashy gossip mag!) paired with a bagel and a hot cup of quality coffee, is just what I look forward to....

However, it's very rarely what happens. You see, I either get 2 sorts of Sunday mornings:

The first being the hungover, can't even get out of bed because I'm too scared to look in the mirror sorts - of course these come with greasy food in the afternoon and a throw up- courtesy of that fowl concoction of a drink you decided to 'finish the night off' with.

The second sort of Sunday is the perfect morning - because you decided not to go out and throw yourself infront of the alcohol, and instead you spend your day thoroughly enjoying every meal, every tv omnibus, every activity, and may even fit in some tech work.

I am more than happy to say that I am having the second Sunday on my list - and am feeling pretty productive. Hell, I might even go for a run!
Life is good sometimes.