Dear Readers,
When I first felt compelled to share my thoughts about the church some 20 years ago—perspectives that felt unconventional, even strange to some—I hoped to spark honest conversations. But I quickly realized that not everyone was ready to listen. Friends, family, church members and even strangers dismissed my views outright. Some reacted with anger, others with pity. A few accused me of losing my mind. Others tried to silence me by demanding the blog be shut down, while some resorted to spreading rumors or harsh words.
So why keep writing? Because somewhere between the noise of criticism and the fear of being misunderstood, I realized something: our voice matters, even when it trembles. This blog became my refuge—a place where I could untangle my thoughts without judgment from others, where "strange" ideas could breathe freely. And over time, I discovered I wasn’t alone.
To those who’ve faced similar pushback for speaking our truth: this space is for us. Maybe our views don’t fit neatly into boxes. Maybe we’ve been labeled "too radical," "too questioning," or "too much." But here, "too much" is just enough.
The backlash? The attempts to shut us down? They’re small hurdles compared to what’s at stake: the freedom to ask hard questions, to challenge norms, and to connect with others who’ve felt just as isolated. If this blog resonates with even one person who’s been told their voice doesn’t matter, then every criticism fades into irrelevance.
So here’s to the outliers, the seekers, and the quietly curious. Keep speaking. Keep writing. And remember: our perspective might be the lifeline someone else has been searching for.
With gratitude,
A tiny blogger
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