Monday, April 2, 2012

Taking a Blogging break.........

When I first started this blog it was something I wanted to do and something I enjoyed doing.  It has become a bit of a chore and I don't enjoy doing it as much as I did.  So I need to take a break, refocus and come back fresh and with enthusiasm.

Writing a post just because you HAVE to defeats the whole purpose of what blogging is about and it shows in your writing; at least in shows in my writing I believe and my writing has become stale and boring.

How long am I going to be away?  Could be a day, could be a week, could be a month, I have no idea.  I just need to get my Blogging Mojo back, and I will be back.

35 comments:

Clint Baker said...

Understandable! My God clear and strengthen your mind and body!

Boopnut said...

I will miss you.

John Going Gently said...

Get your mojo back
Your readers will be here x

Buttons Thoughts said...

Enjoy your well deserved bloggy vacation I am doing the same. Take care Gill. See you when we both get back. I like your posts not boring to me.I read them on Google reader. B

Fran said...

Fully understand you needing to take a break, but please don't be away too long as I don't think your writing is stale or boring, quite the opposite in fact. Take care xxx

Debby said...

Hurry back soon!!!! You will be missed

Jane and Chris said...

If you find your mojo,would you see if mine is hanging out with it.
Jane x

Andi's English Attic said...

Take as long as you need. We'll be here when you get back.

ps - thanks for the Wibble Wobble pudding instructions. :)

beagleAnnie said...

Hi Gill,
It may be the time for your battery charging. Take it easy and come back soon. We're waiting for you!

Sugar__Mama said...

Hope you don't stay away too long Gill, you are always my first stop in the morning when the tea is ready :). I always enjoy your posts.

Unknown said...

Hi Gill,

I felt this a while back!

Take your time and I look forward to your return. I always enjoy your posts too.

Hope you're carrying on reading as I look forward to your comments.

Hugs

Sft x

Scrappy quilter said...

I feel the same way. Blogging isn't as fun as it use to be. Take has long has you need. Hugs

Miss Holly said...

Take a break and do not think about it a bit....should be for fun only!!!!!

Karine said...

Enjoy your break! I'll be looking forward to your return :o)

Scarlet said...

Enjoy your break Gill - I hope you return feeling refreshed.

Stella Jones said...

We all feel like that Gill, sometimes. Take some time off, maybe read instead of write? Enjoy your break. I'm watching for when you return.

Cath said...

Hope you feel better about things soon.
See you when you come back. XXX

JohnD said...

Have a good break - it'll do your writing the world of good to come back refreshed and ready to go!

The Witch said...

Gill,
Take your time as I have done.
When it doesn't become fun and exciting it time to step back and re-fuel. It can be very time consuming and demanding to keep up the post's and then to check in on all your followers also.
I think I now will be spending my time outdoors and some needed cleaning of things that I have neglected trying to keep up my blog and visit everyone.
Take care my friend and I'm sure we will hear from you when you are ready. We won't forget you!!!

Maggie said...

I'll miss reading your posts Gill, but understand that you need a break.
Hope you will be back soon.

Take care x

Lena said...

I know how you feel.I just took a 3-day break last week. But remember that we'll miss you!

DeniseinVA said...

Enjoy your blogging break Gill, and I will be checking in occasionally to see if you are posting again.

Rose said...

Oh, Gill, I am in the same boat...it has just become a job for me. And with gas prices as high as they are, I am not out and about to get any new photos.

I will miss you, but sure understand. I have been thinking about taking a good break from it myself.

I did not think your writing had suffered though...I always enjoy reading.

DaxingCujo said...

Thanks for the heads up Gill..Enjoy your break!! Spring is here and so much to do outside..Will look forward to catching up with you when you get back!

Anonymous said...

I will miss checking in with you, but I hope you enjoy your time off - and I look forward to your return.

Anonymous said...

As I only discovered your blog last year, I'm going to use your break to start reading from the beginning.

Like you I was born in England moving here (Ontario) in the 60's

Looking fwd to your return!

Christine

Evelyn said...

will miss you! i love your blog!

Cash Only Living said...

I love reading your blog--I hope you come back soon!

50 and counting said...

Enjoy life. We are only here once.

EG CameraGirl said...

I think it's good to take a break now and then! There sure are tons of things to see and do this time of year so enjoy your time away.

Clippy Mat said...

I know exactly what you mean, and so do many others. When blogging becomes a bit of a chore it's time for a break.
enjoy the change; you've certainly been prolific for a long time and it will be good for you to recharge your batteries.
:-)

Cathy said...

Hello Gill
The others have said it all - we'll be watching and waiting for your next post. Enjoy the rest.
Take care
Cathy

Boyett-Brinkley said...

Completely understandable -- I did the same myself. That was when I gave up trying to blog every day when sometimes I didn't have anything to say. That is why my blogging is a bit random but it works better for me. I hope you get your mojo back soon as I will miss you and look forward to your return!

megan blogs said...

Enjoy your time away!

megan

Kaisievic said...

Enjoy your blogging vacation - it shouldn't be a chore. I never find your posts boring so please come back when you feel like it.
hugs, Kaye xoxox

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