I didn’t think anybody had noticed, but yes, it’s true. I’m not blogging quite as often.
My secret was revealed today via Facebook. Of course. Rob mentioned he missed his wife’s blogging. A friend agreed. Oddly, this sent me into a bit of a tailspin.
On the one hand, it is humbling and gratifying to know that at least two people are actually paying some attention to what I’m doing here. Even after a couple of years at this, I still get quite a charge when someone tells me they read my blog. And I am over the moon if they tell me they laughed out loud at a musing or observation. So I should really be rather complimented that Rob and Steve registered their disappointment that my posts have been a little irregular. And I am.
But I am also a little anxious. Panicked. Pressured. I haven’t been posting as often recently because, well, the inspiration to write isn’t something I can schedule. Writer’s block, perhaps, or maybe just not “feeling it.” And honestly, this has had me a bit concerned but I was hoping nobody would notice.
Writing is very therapeutic for me. I discovered as much back in 4th grade with my first diary, sporting a Hello Kitty cover and a lock even I could easily pick with a paper clip. I wrote in it every day for a month or so but soon found it boring and a chore. I elected instead to only write when I had something to write about. Even into college, I worked out problems and insecurities and fears simply by writing in secret. But never did I write simply to write and fill up space. And never did I have an audience.
So it has been a new playing field, this blogging business. My goal was to write weekly and to keep it light. No angst, nothing political, hopefully humorous. I set my own rules and yet I have broken just about all of them. I think the only one I’ve kept is the political one. And I could easily break that rule if you merely whisper “Medicare” in my ear.
So if you had noticed that my posts have been somewhat infrequent lately, thank you. If this has disappointed you a little, bless you. I don’t have any idea how many of you there are, you who stop by with some frequency to see what goofy thing I might have to say, but I do feel a sense of responsibility to you. And so I’ll see if I can get myself back on track.
9 comments:
Bah. You're not responsible to anyone except yourself. I enjoy reading what you write when you feel motivated to write. I think it's unlikely that anything you write will be as good when you do so out of a misplaced sense of responsibility.
BTW, feed readers are great, and that's how I follow your blog. But they do make it harder to comment back, which is why you haven't heard much feedback from me. Don't think it means I've tuned out -- that's not bloody likely!
I love your writing, and your sense of humor. I must confess that I check in on a regular basis to see if there is something new. I also think that writing would be an ideal job. Problem is, I'm no good at it.
So, with our own website/blog/whatever we decide coming up soon, you are my inspiration. But, no pressure ;-)
The only pressure to be "regular" with your blog updates is your own. I'm sure that all of your readers would be happier to have your insightful, humorous and cryptic comments on the world around you (even your off limits subjects) when you are "in the mood" then to have a forced schedule comment.
Always enjoy your blog, as it shows much more humor and insightfulness than FaceBook.
Looking forward to this years "Fair" report.
I read, I laugh, I'm excited when the RSS feed says there's a new post. No pressure.
Hi! If I know you (and I think I do) I know you didn't write this latest missive for compliments ... but compliments you shall get! I regularly read your stuff - it's one of my frequent bookmarked stops, and I'm always happy when you have new posts. Though I can't always think of anything to say. (I should mention though that I did LOL at the bright orange vest/camouflage pants observation a few days back...).
But take your time, writing chooses YOU as they say. Just know you DO have lurkers out there. :-)
You thought we wouldn't NOTICE!!!??? Ha!!!
However, I do understand "being in the mood to write." Do what feels right. You are always so much fun/enjoyable to read! I just thought you were spending too much time on Facebook :-)
Your posts are always great and almost always LOL opportunities. I've just figured Facebook was taking your inspiration of ideas and you were drawn to the shorter venue that it provides. PLUS? It's Summer Lady! That means more things to do outside and away so less time to sit in front of the computer! Hello!!!
Barb G.
Wow. Everyone, just wow. Thank you. No, I didn't expect or goad for compliments. I was just wrestling with where writing fits in with my life and whether or not I view blogging as a responsibility or an outlet. You all have helped me snap back to a healthier perspective, that writing should chose me, as Zeke said. Yeah, I admit, I do spend too much time on Facebook and it is the repository for my short bursts of creativity and photos. But my blog allows me an opportunity to be more reflective. I just need to allow the process to be natural. And so please do know that if I haven't posted in a bit, it's not because I've abandoned the effort. I'm just wisely waiting to be inspired. :-)
I've noticed too -- and I blame FB... but it's not in a bad way. I get to see your musings in a different forum, complete with a matching profile picture! Kinda like a blog for those of us with short attention spans. Write when you feel like it. We'll all be here to read it when it shows up.
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