I started this blog as a fan of Star Wars and Science Fiction. I named my blog Rebel Alliance Report, referencing Star Wars. After writing and rewriting, I found that, the name of the blog needs to be changed. I have chosen the rename it, "A Padawan's Journey". I'm finding that my writing is about the personal stories in science fiction; and how those stories relate to my personal crossroads in life.
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Wars had an impact in my life from an early age. Science Fiction has continued to influence my life. The reason I work in television is because I wanted to be creative. I wanted to work in the television and movie industry.
It is easy for me to use science fiction as a way to relate to different world views. I have changed political stances on issues because of Battlestar Galactica, and my religious beliefs have been altered because of Firefly.
As my passion for Star Wars grew into a broader love for other science fiction; I realized it was because of the story and character structure. I am compelled by dynamic characters and story-telling. It is inspiring to see an ordinary person accomplish something extra-ordinary. Passion is contagious, and I want to share that inspiration with my viewers.
Is Padawan a character from the Star Wars movie? Why is this name special? What meaning does it have for naming your blog after it?
ReplyDeleteA padawan is a jedi in training. It is like a student, studying under a master.
DeleteAre you continuning the same theme of your blog, and just renaming it?
ReplyDeleteI appreciate the revised title Han, but as you can see from the comments above, it does not translate for some. If you want to speak to a larger audience than just sci-fi fans, you might want to rethink this. Otherwise, you are just preaching to the padawans.
ReplyDeleteI like the more personal turn your subject has taken, but I think you can go even deeper in many of your articles. If you are going to write about your own transformations and life lessons - essentially making yourself the subject - you must get more specific and detailed about your revelations.