Back to Blogging — Even If Blogging Is ‘Ancient

It’s been three years since my last blog post. And now, after a lengthy hiatus, I’ve returned to writing during a time when most people consume content visually on their phones rather than in newspapers or physical magazines — both of which, yes, still exist in November 2025.

Years ago, I began a blogging journey in May 2009 that led me down a path I never could have imagined. I made stops at both large and small media outlets as a correspondent. I held a trio of roles in college athletic communications offices, including at my alma mater, Wheaton College (MA). I also dabbled with a few startups, including BostonLax.net — which many Massachusetts high school lacrosse players, fans, coaches, and parents may know. (Yes, I still remember the initial meeting in the South Shore Plaza food court where the idea first took shape in the spring of 2012.)

Today, blogging seems outdated — I swear I heard someone say the term “blogging” is ancient in 2025. And maybe that’s true, given our current media ecosystem is comprised of a laundry list of podcasts, YouTube channels, and TikTok creators. Visual content is the new norm, while short-form written posts seem to shine on LinkedIn — wasn’t that platform supposed to be the go-to for vertical video?

With change comes new beginnings. I didn’t initially plan to build a side hustle that has since become my full-time hustle with Noontime Media. In a way, it happened somewhat by accident when my first photo sale went through on a lukewarm, overcast day in March 2023. But since then, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed learning the ins and outs of what makes visual content work, even if it means putting more emphasis on photos, videos, and graphics — and less on writing.

While I don’t plan to write daily — excuse me, craft a daily blog post like I did with Noontime Sports — I want to use this vertical to flesh out well-written pieces that complement what I am building, seeing, or observing. Sadly, the days of game stories and well-researched features have migrated to platforms like Instagram, Substack, and YouTube. But who says you can’t share links to the creators who inspire you while also amplifying a recent SmugMug gallery or a post you’re proud of?

Either way, it’s nice to have a written outlet to complement my various social channels. But for now, allow me to craft a new post for Instagram — it’s the new norm for storytelling!