G*Nice: Yes, another random monologue

I find myself in a special position that I am sure many of you would be envious of. Do you ever imagine having the super power of invisibility so you could eavesdrop on conversations others have about you? Well, I was alerted to one such conversation on the Friday Facebook page sparked by the question "G*Nice said anonymity helps him express what's in his head and heart. Do you agree?"

It felt like I was creeping up to the shoulders of all those participating, and I admit it was a strange but thrilling experience. It is very different from just the sharing of correspondence we have all grown used to over the years. This seemed much more private, and made all the more strange because the thoughts were about me!

The 35-participant conversation revealed some interesting viewpoints. There was a general feeling that indeed anonymity helps one express oneself because the opinion comes from almost a neutral source, where prejudice based on looks or just "something strange in his eyes" does not have a bearing. That said, I would have thought that over the years I have expressed more thoughts that could divide opinion than a photograph could ever achieve.

One alternative view offered the idea that "in this world, lots are claiming a lot of things that they aren't capable of knowing, so it's best when we know more about the person". I agree with this if I were writing about political stuff. But do readers really feel they need to know more about me to read my opinions on love and life?

I think I am safe in saying that all my writings come from my own experience and perspective, and if I do pass a strong opinion based on that, at least you know where it's come from. Many are happy to live with the frustration of my anonymity and realise that the mystery actually adds a spice of intrigue to our "relationship". I find that notion quite appealing, to be honest. Another contributor thinks that my anonymity is "one of the best things about the column" which I am not sure I should take as a compliment!

Another opinion shared suggested, "it gives the impression to the common man that he belongs to the masses so talks from that perspective". This is actually quite insightful Ms MW and I will confirm for all those who choose to believe, I am so much of a common man that even other common men tut when they see me and accuse me of being "too common!"

Saving the best for the last - Ms SS coldly states "anonymity doesn't come with a solid footing, so it's like a random monologue … so who cares?"

I aspire to produce a random monologue so thanks for the inspiration.

Pointless-ly Yours
G*Nice