Blogging Update: 10/2005
I haven’t been writing all that much here, and perhaps some will wonder why there is this big gap in my writing. So, I thought I’d write to answer that and put an end to the growing gap.
I have certainly had a lot to write about lately, but the things that I’ve had to write about are actually what stand in the way of my writing. My mind has been so occupied with things that I do not want to write about that I haven’t really had much time or space in my mind for blogging.
Some of the things that are happening are too mundane for blogging — such as working at UPS, practicing for tests and quizes, reading, and studying.
There is also some new and exciting stuff going on that I’d really love to blog about, but I haven’t written a word about any of it, because I feel sensitive about criticism, condemnation, and negativity. I have let people in my life know about some of these things over the phone, but that has generally resulted in the three things that I really don’t want right now. So, I’ve decided I wouldn’t blog about all these things.
There are still other things I’d like to write about that are private. I think that they are interesting, and they are new and eventful things to journal, but I don’t think that this is the place. Finally, there is also Ogame. This doesn’t take up all that much of my time or thought, but it is something that is going on right now and I don’t feel like writing any more about it than I already have.
So, until my life changes and goes back to where it was or I feel less sensitive to criticism and negativity I will probably not be writing nearly as much as I had planned when I began blogging. I’ll still try to come back now and again to write when I can, but I have to admit that I find it difficult to write lately because of the criticism that I feel in my life. It seems to have a deep impact, and I think I’ve even internalized it to the point where I criticize myself before I even take action on some things.
Hey…don’t ever let criticism stop you from writing (unless you are somehow harming someone in the process)…there is no reason you HAVE to post any of it, but at least journal it all to yourself, and don’t feel inhibited by posting because you are scared of criticism. I know it can be tough, but this blog is really an awesome outlet for you David. I love to hear what you are up to on hear….
Alright, enough on that. You do what you need to, just know that I’ll keep on checkin your blog
Comment by JennyJ — October 13, 2005 @ 1:35 am
And know that I actually do know the difference between “hear” and “here”…:-)
Comment by JennyJ — October 13, 2005 @ 1:37 am
LOVE YOU!
Comment by JennyJ — October 13, 2005 @ 1:37 am
I let criticism stop me from blogging a long time ago and I can say that was a mistake. I understand how other people can stop you from wanting to express your ideas, but your freedom to express those ideas is more important than whatever anyone else can say about them. There’s a sense of strength that comes from sharing something even when others will criticize you. I encourage you to share your ideas anyway, though I understand why you don’t want to.
Love
JB
Comment by Jessica — October 16, 2005 @ 10:55 pm
Wow ladies, Thanks for the encouraging notes to David! I hope he continues to blog too, but you ladies really hit the nail on the head. Baby, don’t let what other people think hold you back… keep on blogging!
Love, J
Comment by Joy — October 18, 2005 @ 8:54 pm
:)
Comment by Jessica — October 19, 2005 @ 12:32 pm