Arrrgh!!!

I don't find it boring at all!!
I would like to know, however, who said you must have *insert type here* blog...I have yet to see 2 blogs the same, and I like it that way...each person on my reads list is very different, yet I read and enjoy every one of them...I hope none of them ever decide the time they spend blogging could be better used elsewhere!! (and that definitally goes for you ;-) )

And maybe it's not the 'action' in the Blog but the way it is written and the viewpoint taken.
And maybe the person behind those written words shines through clearly.
And maybe it's 'that' person that draws people back to read rather than what you necessarily write about.

Ye gads, you put me in an awkward position. The selfish part of me wants you to never give up your blogging time--because I enjoy reading what you write (mostly about your life), so much. There are, I'm sure, many of us readers who would wish to be more like you in some way(s).
The altruistic part of me wants you to do what makes you the happiest/most fulfilled. If that means you cut back on blogging, so be it. If that means that you blog not at all, so be it. But just think how heartbroken some of us will be over the loss of the experience of sharing your life (our vicarious experiences!)
Good luck in making your difficult decision. I wish you the best, whichever way you decide to go (but don't expect me to suddenly stop sending you e-mail--LOL!)

That's the really hard part about a decision like this. I feel so connected to those whose blogs I read, and had I not blogged, I would never have been in a position to meet you (and I am SO looking forward to our visit!). It seems like so much to give up, but there is a whole world out there that is passing me by. Selfishly, I want it all. There must be some way to balance this so that I get to experience more than I do now.

On the other hand, I'd like to do what I do WELL....and to do something really well takes time and commitment. I wonder if a "taste" of a wider range of activities would be enough.

Thanks for your very kind words, Cop Car. I can guarantee that we won't loose track of each other!

OH myyyyyyy.....I went to my mail, and Cop Car's message was the first in the queue. Then, I posted my response to her, and found comments from ~T~ and LegomenIs.

I'm rarely without words (as I've been told by a number of people...) but your comments have given me pause.

~T~, I don't need a classification to be happy, but I regret that my blog is so lightweight. I'd like to discuss weighty issues, and find solutions, but it seems that for now, at least, trivia and food are my forte.

Leg, I don't know what brings people back. Certainly it isn't the entertainment factor. For whatever reason, I'm glad you come to visit.

Perhaps this questioning is due to the time of year. We have an anniversary coming this week, and my birthday is a couple of weeks off. I think we all tend to take stock of our growth at these points in our lives, and this time I've come up wanting in several areas. I'll feel better when I have a game plan and goals.

Thank you all for your comments. You've brightened my day!

...NOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!....this had better not be summat *inspired* by a post on my site!!!!...
...these are the rules - we all exist because we are kept alive by the thoughts of others...best example - elvis, still alive because people keep thinking about him...
...you keep me alive :^)...you write your blog for me - you know that I'm reading every word you say, you know that I'm following this bit of your life, that bit of your life and so you write about it so that I can keep *you* alive...but 'cos you are writing FOR me - it keeps me alive...
...therefore I FORBID you to pull the plug on either your blog or my life :^P...
...and if I have to drag my carcus over to chi-town and give your butt a good kicking to make you continue blogging I damn well will (obviously I will need pob to fund the tickets)...

...oh, and somewhere in there I should have mentioned I love you :^)...

OH, billy....I love you too!

Bring Pob with. He needs a break right now...and I apparently need that kick in the butt.

This will pass. I'll still be here. Who knows...maybe I'll just resume my lethargy....or perhaps I'll get off my butt and do things. If that's the case, maybe I'll try to emulate the Weekend Pundit....and save all my quirkie thoughts for the weekend. Isn't it just like me to pick a time when no one is around to want to come out to play??

Chicago is at it's best in the warm Fall weather. Come see me! The Cubs are still in contention for the Wild Card!

Dull? You? I think not!

I love coming over here - the warmth of your life and your personality shine through.

Please don't go...
I'll put Pob and billy on the back of me broom and get over there...

But, I do understand what you mean about time management and blogging.

PERFECT! Broom Express! Collect the guys and come for a visit, anytime!

Blue Witch, I feel a great deal of affinity for your blog. You're doing what I would LIKE to do, but you're much more technology oriented than I am.
And, I like the sense of community when I come to read.

Thanks for the kind words.

Hey there lady.... I just dropped by to see what you've posted lately. I always regret that I don't come by more often as it seems I've always missed some really interesting things. I seem to not be spendng much time on-line these days as I once did so feel I've been forgotten or that others think I've forgotten them. I haven't!!!!! I just wish I had a way with words that you do. No matter what you're talking about, yes even BUTTER, you make it interesting!! Please don't ever stop being you!!

Huggggs
QT

Not to worry, QT....there seems little chance of that.

I've enjoyed the mail you send my way, especially the updates on the babies. I really should make the time for more personal mail. While I don't "chat" any longer, I try to keep up with my friends from the chatroom, and I don't think you need to worry about being forgotten.

Seeing your post reminded me that I need to check on my sister. She's home, and has been for several days, but she had a doctor's visit today. I'd like to know what the doc had to say.

How's the gang at the pool table? Still going strong?

Take care of yourself, lady....and enjoy the cooler fall weather.

You do as suits you - and we all know of how life and blogging sometimes don't mix because life takes over. So you don't want to air dirty laundry? --that is fine and dandy and all the better for you in the long run, probably. Just do as you like... no pressure.

"Broom Express" - I love it!

"technology oriented" - it's a bluff - I just know the right people and tap into their expertise!!!

But yes, community is an important part of it for me, and as you've probably noticed, I will defend it to the last, as some people really don't understand it (I suspect that they are also the ones who fail to realise the power in collaboration in real life). It worrie sme sometimes that perhaps it comes across as a bit cliquey, but then people like you popping by and feeling able to join in reassure me. Thanks for that.

YEs, Des...that's really what it comes down to, isn't it? It has to suit me, and my life. I've watched you make changes, and a smart woman would take notes on that.

BW...it is a bit cliquey, but not to the point of exclusion. I need to meet Elsie someday. Perhaps that will help me to understand more of what I read. Her sense of humor is astonishing. And then there's JetSetPiggy. (sigh) I doubt I will EVER understand him, and I also bet he will chortle with glee should he read that thought! lol

You must really appeal to a broad spectrum of readers. I love the show and tell about the Coven, the jam making, and the quick glimpses of your relationship with Mr. BW. The "Thought of the Day" draws me in. And...I like the Value Witch, and how you cope with the local ladies and their meetings. Actually, I like it all. *S* Tune up the broom, dear, and come for a visit.