We’ve slogged through almost an entire year and 2018 is coming to an end. A month more to go, when I look back, I haven’t ticked off most of my New Year Resolutions. Okay, so I don’t believe in the ‘Resolutions are meant to be Broken’ kinda philosophy. The list-lover that I am, it gives me immense joy when I tick things off my ‘any’ list.
About 18 months ago, I was on a big blogging break. I was moving houses (thanks to the soldier husband’s posting), there was hardly any mobile network or internet connectivity, the accommodation not being ready and all that which comes as a package with Army postings were trailed around. I had a lot of time in hand and one day, I had this crazy idea.
It was crazy, not because I didn’t know anything about it, but because I was seriously thinking of switching careers and blogging was to be sidelined as a hobby. However, even after a few months, that ridiculously lunatic idea was on the back of my head and it kept pestering me.
One fine day, I gathered my wits and all my guts and proclaimed this proposal to my better half. To my surprise, he laughed it off. That was so unlike him because usually if I drag him to commit a murder at the middle of the night, he always fostered it. Another few months went by and I was still trying to find out more on how to go about with this ‘idea’, the how’s and why’s, the pros and cons and basically, it was like window shopping. But then I went home and discussed it with my Dad. The next thing I know is a Tripod being gifted and me standing there with mouth gapped open.
Nine months later, one fine afternoon, I decided to put the Tripod to use. Yes, it took me nine freaking months to gather courage again. I showed what I did to my husband. Oh, you had to see his face! He was pleasantly surprised. Now, that’s when I knew I should do this more.
Things began falling in place when a great blogging community which I am part of – Blogchatter announced their privileged Blogchatter Projects campaign. I pitched in with my idea and was pleasantly surprised when it got selected.
Without further ado, here’s the thing! Ah! Drumrolls, please!!
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Here I am taking baby steps to make food videos of easy recipes which I believe, will help novice and all those who love cooking. I hope and pray you find the videos useful. I am taking this opportunity to thank you from the bottom of heart for giving me all the support and encouragement on my blogging journey.
As I venture into unknown territories, I need your suggestions and feedback, more than anything. Here’s the link to my first ever YouTube video. I really hope you’d like it! You can expect such quick videos with interesting recipes every Saturday.
Request you to please like the video and subscribe to my channel. You can also click the bell button to get notified of any future videos.
Bon Appetit!
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Durga Prasad Dash says
November 18, 2018 at 9:19 pmWishing you all the best on your Youtube journey
Parul Thakur says
November 16, 2018 at 5:57 pmLoved the video. I subscribed and I am going to try things. Good luck and you will rock.
Latha says
November 15, 2018 at 11:57 pmYay… I love these bbay steps… You’ve done the hard part
Ramya Abhinand says
November 15, 2018 at 11:34 amShalu.. nince months or ten months it just doesnt matter. The fact that you took that step towards sustaining your blogging as well a fresh new activity, that itself deserves a pat on your back.
Now get going and dont look back… you will rock it…
Shinjini says
November 14, 2018 at 6:54 pmI’ve already told you how much I loved your video! It’s fabulous and I wish you all the very best!! <3
kushal says
November 14, 2018 at 1:37 pmSuch a nice video… made the recipe look so simple.. Will definitely try it… Much Love
Shilpa Gupte says
November 14, 2018 at 11:43 amI am so so glad that you finally did this, Shalini! I often wondered why you didn’t share your recipes on YouTube!
Your dad gave you the perfect gift and the push you needed to move in this new direction, isn’t it? Well, daddies are like that only—all sweet and mushy on the inside and strict and serious on the outside! 😛
I saw the video and loved it! Wish you the bestest, dear, for this new venture!
Surbhi Prapanna says
November 14, 2018 at 12:29 amwow, this is really really amazing and I am so glad that you had taken this step. videos are a really powerful medium to share our ideas and recipes. again many congrats..looking forward to upcoming posts. all the best for blogchatter projects. #Blogchatterprojects #CleanEatingBySurbhi
pranita deshpande says
November 14, 2018 at 12:07 amNice memories along with good story .I think we have already talk in fb grop.
Ravish Mani says
November 13, 2018 at 11:36 pmLovely initiative, Shalini. Video is crispy like the cuisine. Excellent presentation – short & precise with apt background music. Liked & subscribed. All the best for your Youtoube Venture! (Y)
anupriya says
November 13, 2018 at 10:14 pmYou seem to have over come many demons of self doubt to reach where you are today. All the best for your venture. Heading to sign up for the youtube channel
Antoinette Truglio Martin says
November 13, 2018 at 9:59 pmAwesome! This is an aspiring story. Can’t wait to see the videos.
Shalzmojo says
November 13, 2018 at 4:51 pmI am not much into Youtube channels; infact I have yet to catch on the Netflix/prime craze. But I will surely check out your channel Shalzz – this is just great news. Many congratulations and loads of power to you gurl!! 🙂
Shilpa Garg says
November 13, 2018 at 2:42 pmCongratulations on your YouTube channel, Shalini. Liked and Subscribed it and looking forward to your recipe videos. Love the way you have shot the Chicken Pakoda recipe. Great going!!
Vinitha says
November 13, 2018 at 10:01 amCongratulations, Shalini! Loves the video. The recipe is super easy to follow. Loved the music too. You go, girl! 🙂 Keep bringing new recipes and videos. All the best! <3