Been weird, not writing.
Life’s never been busier. And though things are terrific, I’ve hardly have time to think, let alone craft copy for Writer Dad. Most of what has been published here lately are words written long ago, then stored in WordPress like wood for winter.
The few times I’ve managed to find the minutes in my schedule, I’ve found myself shaking a dry pen, trying to find the right flow of thought, while barely having the energy to show up.
But Dave wrote something earlier in the week that kicked me right clean in the obvious. His post, Changing Why I Blog, made me realize something important.
Unlike Dave, I’ve not changed the reason why I blog. I didn’t start out online with a specific goal in mind. Sure, I wanted to get published or become well known enough to successfully self-publish, but the end game has always been more than that, too.
I set out to make a good living behind the keyboard. I knew that there were a million and one ways to do that and that blogging would be just one of the sharper tools in the box.
I am now making my living online. Things are good and getting better. I placed my bet, looked the worst of it in its beady snake eyes full of hate, then passed it by before it could swallow me whole.
Through the worst of it, I’ve always had this site. Yet making time to keep it live has been increasingly difficult. It was a line in Dave’s post made me realize what I’d been missing:
For the past few months, I’ve been so busy I’ve hardly had time to do regular blog posts. But the reality is that I didn’t have the time to do the kind of blog posts I was doing here at BloggerDad. I spent a lot of time on posts in the past, carefully crafting them as I would a column, writing and re-writing until I was happy – or somewhat happy with the result. Since I’ve not had time to do that kind of post, I’ve pretty much stopped posting as frequently.
Well, duh.
I know exactly what I want to do with Writer Dad, as well as how to best integrate it into my life and business. But I’ve been so worried about structure lately that I’ve disregarded flow.
I’m not back, but will be soon. I’m mostly just checking in to say that things are great. Work is going well, school is almost over, I’m in the middle of a move and life is in transition. All of it for the better.
Thinking of you…
Sean
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Man, this is the moment in the movie of our lives when we blast Eminem and have a montage of all of us working hard.
My favorite part is the keyboard battle scene I have with Dave where I take him down like a clown.
Much love to you and Cindy!
What song would we play?
You're in the middle of a move? WMC?
What does WMC stand for?
Not moving far. Just to the shore.
WMC explained: http://wmc.urbanup.com/4922916
That is so exciting about your move… unless you're moving to a van down by the shore – then not so much. Otherwise, congrats!
LOL!
It's MUCH smaller than the ghetto mansion, for sure. But it will be a nice transition place for us, a great place for us during the summer, and a definite step forward. Moe landed it for us and we are very happy. Especially Cindy who was sad when I dragged her from the shore in the first place!
You've been moving for a long time, seeking the better view. I'm glad you get a physical location change now, too!
Warm, wonderful wishes to you all!
Thanks Lori.
It is a very good move for us. Transitional, but closer to school and a little closer to the sky.
I hope your mom is well this Mother's Day. :)
Hi Sean .. great to see you again! .. I'm just looking forward to see where you're heading .. great that you've taken the steps forward and things are working out – having faith in yourself.
Have fun .. til we see you again soon .. Hilary
Hi Sean,
It's nice to see you checking in and not abandoning this blog. I'm sure it would be to just shut this blog down but I know that it means a lot to you and your readers.
So I wish you all the best and am glad to see that you've reached the goal you set for yourself when you first started this blog.
Congrats!
Hi Sean,
Delighted to hear things are going well. When you find the time and get back to posting here regularly, we'll be here for you. Keep smiling…
Being busy, moving, end-of-school-year stuff, working – all that sounds like all our lives; except maybe the moving part. Or unless you don't have kids in school. Or don't work… ok, maybe not all our lives. But I comPLETEly understand being busy. My blog has been stagnant for weeks and it's a struggle just to find something to post much less write about it (I have about 2 or 3 in the draft stage just waiting for me to find time to edit).
I'm thrilled for the changes with you and your family because it sounds just awesome. We'll be around whenever you get back to WD.
Hi Hilary! Me too, but the faith in myself has been far easier with Cindy by my side. The doubt would've managed to creep in a lot more without her, I'm sure.
Happy Monday!
Thanks, Chase!
Yeah, I can't imagine just shutting it down. I think the key is to figure out how it best fits into my life, and then work toward that. I never want it to feel like an obligation. Once that happens, the magic dims. I'd rather not write then do it just to do it.
Thanks for all the always well wishing. :)
Thanks Susan,
You'd need a crowbar to get rid of the smile these days!
I'm very happy, and excited to see the rest of this year unfold. Thanks for your constant support. It has been a pillar for me.
Thanks Shannon!
It's been a ride for sure, but it's exciting daily. The end of the year stuff is grueling, but as you've said, it's that way for EVERYONE.
I'm glad I'm not the only one whose blog is going stagnant. Thanks for taking away the lonely! :)
Hi Sean .. yes – thanks for supportive wives or family ..just so glad things are working out and taht Cindy shares your enthusiasm for your work and can look after the family, while you're so involved. Take care .. and have fun along the way .. & Happy Weeks ahead .. Hilary
Will do, Hilary!
Thanks as always!!
I'm so glad to hear things are working out well for you and your family. I am especially pleased to hear that you are making your living online. That is such good news.
School just got out for us on April 30 [yee-ha!] and I just moved over the weekend to another part of town. During the school year life is crazy and my blog suffers too. I'm lucky if I get in one post per week. I'm hoping to be back at it after a few weeks of settling in.
Good luck on your move. I know it's always time consuming. I'm sure Mia and Max will love living “closer to the sky.”
[It said my name "Randi" already existed as a user, so I added ok at the end.]
Ah Randi, I've missed you!
Have you heard Marshall's latest, by chance?
Why no, I have not. Are you willing to share?
Always. :)
I'll hit you in email.
My opinion: Your return should be like Miley Cyrus' transition into adulthood: Don't rush it.
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