So Long

Why do you blog? Is it to: network, share with family, teach, learn, journal, get attention to your business, all of these?

I've really enjoyed blogging. I've met the kindest people. I've learned so much (I'm talking about blog reading here, too). I've been able to keep track of little anecdotes, my recipes, my projects.  What a great community to be a part of.

While I have found that I have many cyber friends, only two of my flesh friends probably read this and from my family, I think only Jeff, my mom and sister, Missy, check in on me. I don't know why that is. I love reading my friends' blogs. I'd be tickled if any of my family members had blogs.

Lately, I think I've blogged to pass time. More action than doing. I think it has been a means of escape. I have had a tendency to go through bouts of depression since Aidan's last surgery and my own health issues in the last year and I know when I get anxious, I empty my mind by surfing.

I had the day alone today to listen to a little Springsteen, work on some sewing projects, and to think about what I want to accomplish this summer and how I can resolve some unresolved things in my life. One of my easy answers is to spend less time on the computer. Since I can easily get caught up in anything on the Internet, I think a couple less excuses for going on it will help me with this break.

I'm sure I'll check in from time-to-time to read blogs and to blog myself, I just think that from now until Labor Day, it will be much less.

I look forward to sharing with you again soon. Until then, I will delve into my quest for good health, happiness, and peace. I wish the same for you.

Comments

[Pieces]

As you can tell by how late I am reading this post that I haven't been online much this summer either. Part of it is summer activities. A bigger part is that the family is home all summer--I think that I blog to connect with people when the husband and the kids are gone all the time. And part of it is making sure there is a balance between real life and virtual life. Good for you for taking a break intentionally. I hope that it has been a good one.

[June]

I think it's vital to do what we feel is the healthiest things for us. I'm having a bit of struggle with blogging this week as I really feel the need to turn inward (which is being fueled by my reading Anne Morrow Lindbergh's book Gift from the Sea). Sometimes that's what we need to do, which I do believe you're smart to recognize and are taking action to withdraw from blogging for awhile. I'm a strong advocate of "Blogging Without Obligation" in order to care for those parts of our life that aren't made public on our blogs. I wish you well and that Aidan's health improves.

[Tiffany]

Take care of yourself. :) I will miss your posts but I would much rather you take care of you and yours and enjoy the time.

......Perhaps at least a once a month Daniel Craig fix? ;)

[Marsha]

I will be calling you very soon so we can get together with Jen. Time passes so quickly....I keep saying "I'll call tomorrow"....the days turn into weeks, the weeks into months...and, well, you know. It doesn't mean I'm not thinking about you...you are a dear friend and have inspired me more than you realize. Taking on the job of Mom often means we take care of everyone else before we take care of ourselves.....I know the role all too well. I will miss reading your blog this summer, but I completely understand. Talk to you soon!

[nyjlm]

I will miss you, though I totally understand it. I'm actually envious that you are doing it. I know I surf to avoid things, but I haven't figured out how to break that habit.

[Mom]

Well stated, Sweetheart!

[The Robin's Nest]

Hi there,
I have visited your site for quite a while yet never posted a comment until now. I am sad that you are leaving the blogging World but so understand too. I'm hoping you just need a break and will be back because I love all your ideas and recipes etc. Plus...I'm going to miss my Daniel Craig fix. :) But really, I do understand getting away from the computer and plugging into the real World.
I want you to know that I have prayed for you and your son and do hope the best for your whole family.
Take Care Of You~!
Robin