Good-evening, my friends. I'm just popping in to say that I'm going to be taking an indefinite break from blogging. I've been very sporadic about posting lately and I'm feeling sort of out of the loop and am just not sure how to get back into the rhythm of it.
I'm leaving for school in less than three weeks, and I really have no idea what sort of time I'm going to have for blogging and all that while I'm there, so it'll just be easier to leave with the expectation that I'm not going to be blogging at all and then maybe surprise you all with a post if I find I have the time and inclination for it.
School aside, I've also just been feeling really insecure about my blogging abilities lately. It's probably mostly due to the fact that I haven't been around as much so I'm feeling disconnected from everyone, but in all honesty I'm just way too good at thinking negatively about my writing and worrying that nobody really cares to read what I have to say...or that I'm getting boring because I write the same sort of things all the time and people are probably getting enormously sick of my pathetic sense of humor and yada, yada, yada.
I know it's mostly just lies, but I still can't seem to keep myself from getting down about it far too often. And add to that the fact that I have so many posts I want to write but not enough energy and drive to actually write them, and you've got frustration, people. And stress. And a recipe for a very grumpy individual.
So, right. I think it's time I just stepped away from it all. For a season at least. I'm definitely hoping to be back before too long but we'll have to wait and see how it goes. Love you, guys. Thanks for putting up with me for the past three years. I'm going to miss you. And please don't forget me. I think that's one of my main fears, that I'll step away for a time and then come back to find that everyone's gone. Please don't be gone. Because blogging just isn't much fun without our little chats.
Very sincerely yours,
Miss March (a.k.a. Alyssa)
I'm leaving for school in less than three weeks, and I really have no idea what sort of time I'm going to have for blogging and all that while I'm there, so it'll just be easier to leave with the expectation that I'm not going to be blogging at all and then maybe surprise you all with a post if I find I have the time and inclination for it.
School aside, I've also just been feeling really insecure about my blogging abilities lately. It's probably mostly due to the fact that I haven't been around as much so I'm feeling disconnected from everyone, but in all honesty I'm just way too good at thinking negatively about my writing and worrying that nobody really cares to read what I have to say...or that I'm getting boring because I write the same sort of things all the time and people are probably getting enormously sick of my pathetic sense of humor and yada, yada, yada.
I know it's mostly just lies, but I still can't seem to keep myself from getting down about it far too often. And add to that the fact that I have so many posts I want to write but not enough energy and drive to actually write them, and you've got frustration, people. And stress. And a recipe for a very grumpy individual.
So, right. I think it's time I just stepped away from it all. For a season at least. I'm definitely hoping to be back before too long but we'll have to wait and see how it goes. Love you, guys. Thanks for putting up with me for the past three years. I'm going to miss you. And please don't forget me. I think that's one of my main fears, that I'll step away for a time and then come back to find that everyone's gone. Please don't be gone. Because blogging just isn't much fun without our little chats.
Very sincerely yours,
Miss March (a.k.a. Alyssa)
ALYSSA!!!! FELLOW CHARMING CRAZY!!!! DEAR FRIEND!!!! "Mostly just lies"?! No, I'd say they are all just lies. (But that's just the crazy in me talking, so... you'd better listen close! ;)) I can totally understand your need for a break, especially considering the adventure you're about to embark on, however, don't give up on blogging entirely. I can't stand good-byes!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your time at school and obviously I'll keep in touch so you'd better return the favor. :)
Yours truly,
Cordy
P.S. I hope you know I was mostly just teasing. <3 <3
(I just had to smile to myself. Remember that discussion we had a long time ago about the name Miss March feeling a bit too formal to properly express your enthusiasm on a subject? Well, look at that! You are now finally able to yell out my real name. Are you happy? Heehee. ;))
DeleteAwww, I've missed you, Cordy! Thank you so much for your comment. *hugs* Thanks for understanding my need for a break but also encouraging me not to give up entirely. That means a lot to me. And it's just the sort of encouragement I need. <3 <3
Yes of course we'll keep in touch!! I'm gonna need my Fellow Charming Crazy through this new adventure, because who knows? I may come out of it even more crazy than before. (Because seriously, I'm going to SCHOOL!! Is it even possible I'll be able to survive such strenuous brain activity? ;P)
Love ya!
Alyssa
P.S. Of course. :) <3 <3
I'll miss reading your sweet posts, but I totally understand. <33
ReplyDeleteThank you, Gray Marie. That means a lot. <3
DeleteI promise I will stay and wait patiently ( or maybe impatiently) for your return! I know I don't really comment but I've been here a wwhileand I love your blog! I hope your break leaves you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, and we look forward to your return!
ReplyDeleteAwww! Thank you so much, Victoria!! You're so sweet. <3 <3 I really do hope this break will be what I need in order to come back to blogging with renewed energy, because I think I really am going to miss it! Thanks for your encouragement. <3
DeleteOh, I truly understand that feeling of insecurity as regards what people think of my writing. I get that way ALL. THE. TIME. Don't feel badly, though. It's perfectly understandable to need a break. I'll miss reading your posts. <3 <3
ReplyDeleteFor what it's worth, I think your writing is always so cheerful and fun! I look forward to your return.
Good luck at school, dear!
~ Elanor
Awww, Elanor. THANK YOU!! Your comment encouraged me so much. Thank you for being such a sweet friend. *hugs*
DeleteThank you!
~Miss March
Aww, poor Alyssa. <3 I hope you feel better about your writing soon. I know all about feeling insecure about writing (and even about myself in general)... I found comparing myself to others is most of the drive behind it. So if you're anything like me, stop yourself from comparing and remind yourself that we were each given different abilities, different voices, different styles and a different sense of humour! Make the most of what YOU have been given, because yours is a voice that no one else has. It was a gift God crafted especially for you. :)
ReplyDeleteAlso, a tip in writing is, don't just write the same way every time. Pick a writer you admire and study their style. (I did this for a writing class and it was SO helpful!) For example, do they use short, snappy sentences more? Do they use strong verbs or lots of adjectives and adverbs? Try adding in some of the things they use into YOUR writing, and spice it up a bit. Experiment! There is nothing to stop you! Your style can expand and grow if you let it, so don't be afraid to take the plunge and go out of your comfort zone from time to time. :)
Anyhow, I hope you come back refreshed and revitalized! And I PROMISE I will still be here waiting for you. <3
I wish you all the best with your college! (Don't forget about me - and make sure to send me an email every now and then, even if it's just moaning about how many horrid assignments and grumpy professors you have. I don't mind. :D)
Best of luck with your new adventures. Xx You're a brave one, you know that?
Yes. Comparing myself to others is definitely something I struggle with, especially with regards to blogging. It's just really hard not to sometimes, you know? But you're right! Each of us has our own unique voice, and our own individual gifts that God has placed in us, and we should embrace those things and be grateful for them instead of always thinking that they're not good enough. Thank you so much for your kind words, my dear, and for your good advice! You're the sweetest! *hugs you*
DeleteThat's an idea! Thanks for the tip. :)
Awwwww! THANK YOU! That means so much!!! <3 <3
(OF COURSE!! I will definitely stay in touch. I don't know how much time I'll have on my hands, but maybe if I make a point to write short emails I'll be able to keep up better. :))
Thank you!!
Aw, Miss March! I'll definitely miss reading your posts. I admit I've been very busy with college, so you're not alone in not having much time to blog. At least you have the courtesy to alert everyone; I just go on months-long hiatuses (or hiatii??) without notice! :P I guess I'll be ok as long as it's not goodbye forever, and as long as we can keep in touch. :)
ReplyDeleteIt is hard with so many of us being so busy now. There just isn't the same amount of time for blogging as there used to be. Still, the time we do have is good, and I'm certainly not planning on being gone forever. I'm not ready to say a final goodbye yet. That would be too sad! :(
DeleteSpeaking of keeping in touch, would you like to exchange emails? I probably won't have time to write very often, but that's about the only way I can think of for keeping in touch if I'm not blogging. I'd be happy to email with you if you'd like to, and if you don't already have too much other stuff on your plate. Because, believe me, I know how it can be when you have so many people to keep in contact with and not enough time. :)
Thanks so much for your comment. It was so good to hear from you again!
W.O.W. Ok so you just like...totally put into words all my thoughts on blogging lately. For realsies. I feel the same way...especially the sporadic posts and just feeling so disconnected from the blogging world. And yeah, school just started for me too and I have no clue about posts. So I totally and completely understand what you're saying. And don't you worry! I sure ain't forgetting about you and your absolutely delightful posts AND comments ^_^ Praying for you! <3
ReplyDeleteAwwwww! BLESSING! Thank you so much for understanding and for being such a sweet friend. *hugs you* I'm not going to forget you either!!
DeleteAnd good luck with your first year of college!! I hope you have an awesome year! :D
Ack, Alyssa! *hugs you*
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry blogging has been stressful/draining for you. I understand, but I hope you return refreshed! As you can (I hope ;)) tell from the comments on this post alone, you're loved in this corner of the Internet. YOU'RE SO LOVED.
We have to talk soon. <3
P.S. (Also, that one sentence in there, "Please don't be gone" . . . ouch. That Hit Me. ;-p Because I relate, you know?)
OLIIIIIVIA!!! *hugs you back* Thank you. I needed an Olivia hug. <3 <3
DeleteAnd yes, you're right. (As usual. ;)) There is so much love in these comments. You girls are the best!! THANK YOU!! *big old group hug*
YES. We must talk! We should definitely try to squeeze in a phone call before I leave.
P.S. (It's true. That really is an actual fear at times, isn't it? Well, you're not going to dissapear all of a sudden I'm sure--and I'm certainly not going to--so at least we'll have each other, right? :D)
Oh Miss March!! Don't ever think that! I, for one, know that I always love reading your posts!! I do understand though, I feel the same way quite often.
ReplyDeleteDo come back soon Dear!! I'll miss you!! :D <3
Aww, Miss Woodhouse!! THANK YOU!! I'll miss you, too! <3 <3
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