Ten years ago yesterday I started blogging. Blogging was fairly new and had come to my attention through reports of a gay man running a blog from Baghdad which was at the time a war zone. One of the few blogs I still read today, Towleroad was new to the scene and pioneering blogging. I thought it might be a nice way for friends overseas to stay in touch with what I was up to.
That all changed when a couple of drunk guys were surfing nude in the rain one day at the beach I was doing lifesaving patrols at who inspired me to start the public nudity challenge. A few months into the challenge someone asked when I was going to do a public nude shot. So being the competitive thing I can be at times I took a photo on the steps of the Sydney Opera House, nearly being caught by police in the process. A day or so later Fleshbot posted a link to that post and I got 13,000 hits in one day which settled in to a very surprising 7,500 per day for a long time.
Blogging over the years has changed and evolved, also being impacted by the advent of twitter, tumblr and facebook. Nowadays Aussielicious gets just over 1,000 per day I think. I’m surprised I’ve lasted this long and there have been moments where I’ve thought about giving up on it but it is fun to do. I hope that everyone who visits this site gets something out of it, besides just a perve. Thank you for all the laughs and the fun.
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8 Comments on "So that’s a decade"
I’m so glad you blog.
It’s how we met.
It’s how I was inspired to blog.
It’s how I have a wonderful friend today.
Happy blogiversary B. :-)
Happy Anniversary, Brenton. I always enjoy reading your blog each day.
Woo! Congrats. Time flies when you’re having fun.
Congrats! Like your blog. Greetz from Holland!
Congrats Brenton! Your blog helped inspire mine and it continues to inspire.
Tye
happy 10th anniversary! i’ve been a faithful reader of yours for at least 9+ years and your blog inspired me to restart many public naked exploits/dares/runs from past years. thanks and here’s your continued blogging!
I read it each day. It’s part of my morning routine. Keep up the great work.
Congrats! I love stopping by and reading the multiple facets of your life down under. A perfect blend of commentary, critical thought, intelligence, and eye candy.