Written by chickaywrites

… my namesake.

When I read the news online about a tropical depression lurking east of North Luzon I had two silent reactions: scared for those who might be gravely affected by its “maximum winds of 65 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 80 kph” and amused that it’s named Glenda.

(You have to forgive me for my vanity. I have always dreamed of being famous.)

photo taken by chickay's friend, elkyoshi (tnx, bro!)

My name was on the headlines of newspapers and local news anchors talked about it, too. (A little deluded of a thought, if you really attempt to digest it but… I was happy to hear and read my name).

It’s somehow like a byline that most writers yearn for. Yes, allow me to force the connection for lack of topic to discuss as a Papyrus post.

I remember Boss Neil asking me about bylines. Well, I was a published writer in 1997; wrote for a bimonthly international IT publication that had considerable number of local subscribers (and was sold in bookstores and mag stands). Looking back, seeing my name on the front page/headline as the writer really made my day. It felt really good. My self-esteem climbed half a notch higher for each article that made it to print (YUP – with that byline!).

So, I could understand why many of the homebased writers of Essays.ph would put their names on the articles they submit, e.g., “How to Lose Weight and Grow Your Penis, Too in Just 2 Weeks by chickaywrites.” I could also understand why some would attempt to post their articles on their personal blogs (the reason why Copyscape would return 100% hits). I also could and would understand if writers would come, write for a while for EPH, and then leave for other writing opportunities that will print their names on their articles.

It is for certain that we all have our own blog spot online. It’s our way of shouting to the world that we can write. Nobody would edit your grammatical errors. You’re free to say whatever you want to say or express. Your blog is your byline – a possible ticket to popularity if you’re really good and if you practice a lot of those online marketing tactics and SEO-ing that we usually write about.

My Papy spot has a special place in my heart (aww…) and although a pen name is attached to my blabbers here, it is a nice feeling to see that “by,” STILL.

Yes, it is not bad to aim for that byline on leading publications. It is quite something. No, it is HUGE! So, do polish your skills and strive to improve every dang article that you upload at the EPH forums. The benefits would be great both ways – we have satisfied clients and you get yourself comfy and free training.

We’d like to see your name printed someday.

(As of writing, Glenda has already left the country. Good thing it wasn’t much of an Ondoy or I’ll really feel bad about it).