Monday, 08 June 2009

• Love ‘Em or Hate ‘Em ~ The Strong-minded Xangans

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  Now for those of you who follow the front pages and top blogs a lot, you’ll think we’re going to talk about the big named controversial ones. People who, by design or fate, have been embroiled in what is lovingly referred to as ‘Drama’. Aha! You’d be wrong. This is a list of a few fellow Xangans that speak their mind, no matter the subject, and don’t back down. They say what they chose and can spur debate because of it. Some people love that, some hate it. Either way, if you haven’t ever taken the time to read what they write, you may want to. It could get you thinking outside the box.

   

  CelestialTeapot is relatively new to the Xanga scene. Or is he? He is who he is and proud of it! In his own words: “It is only when we challenge our beliefs in controversy that our ideas can grow.” He’s written about Pro-Choice/Pro-Life, Theology, Xanga, Intelligent Design, Bigotry and Gay Marriage. He takes things that we fear and brings it out into the open. Unashamedly brash, he’ll take you on a whirlwind ride of ups and downs and when you get done, you’ll wonder whether to cheer, or grab a pitchfork. That’s why we read him. We never know what he’s going to say next. Don’t be shy about looking around his site. He isn’t going to be shy on yours.

   

  trunthepaige: Many here don’t warm to Paige for her outspoken ways. She’s quick to say what comes to her mind, and is not afraid to do so. Paige readily tackles the topics many keep away from, such as Homosexuality, The Darker Side of Porn Sites, Obama bashing, Racism, Religion, and Politics. She will happily argue her point and she won’t back down an inch. If you don’t like the way in which she proposes her ideas, her sarcasm, or the way in which she argues, you have but to unsub/unfriend/block her. While she might rant about it for a bit in a new blog, it will soon be forgotten. You have to admire someone who sticks to her convictions, refuses to change her mind, and is keen to talk about the subjects most shy away from, knowing full well her words will cause controversy. That is why we read her. She speaks her mind, and if you don’t like what she has to say, there’s the door!

   

   

  Dirtbubble: To use an old fashioned word, he’s a curmudgeon. To those who wander into his direction(and you should), be warned; he doesn’t suffer fools lightly. And the man can write. About anything and everything. Addictions, vices, politics, religion, cleaning out your life, trolls and oh yeah, did we mention that he writes poetry too? Go back and read his series on the women he has loved starting in kindergarten. There is a freshness there you may be surprised to find. He makes forthright comments and yes sometimes he may pop in a word of profanity, but only when he’s impassioned. When you stop by to read one of his posts, expect to stay a while. Don’t pop in and rush off because what he has to say is worth taking that extra few moments of your time.

   

  Lotta_Valdez: This woman doesn’t have her head in the clouds. She doesn’t need, want or ask for your approval. What you see is what you get. Don’t bother reading between the lines, because there isn’t anything there. She says what’s on her mind clearly and without question. Being a Top Blogger or getting featured isn’t a big deal for her. Why? “If you're seeking internet fame, you may as well stop now.  It's fleeting and it's boring.  And people start thinking they can say terrible things to you.” When this 20 year old sees bullshit, she calls it, in no uncertain terms. What people fail to realize is that this sometimes firebrand works with the mentally handicapped and spent her teenage years in the foster system that doesn’t always work right. So what if she swears, issues crass statements and doesn’t always post happy blogs? We don’t care. She has a lot to say and she says it well.

   

  Last but certainly not least, we’d like to present c_jamaica. Back when we first started on Xanga, this was the one name we heard when it came to bomb throwing, attitude, and controversy. This little Filipino has a way of infuriating those around her, and from what we saw or heard she could care less what others think of her. She has something to say, and she’s going to say it, regardless of whether people are upset or not. Her views of controversial topics set her apart from many others, such as her blog regarding sexual abuse, and she isn’t afraid to quote herself, as evidenced from her post on great writers. All in all we reather enjoy having her around. While too much controvesy can be overwhelming, this might just be a rather dull place without c_jamaca in it. 

   

  There you have it. Five peple that know how to help make Xanga a more interesting place to be  part of. We enjoy having them around.

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