That my muse went off to Euro Disney and didn't even send back a pair of ears.
I just haven't had the yen to post. Comment, sure. But the overall tenor and tone at the other place has made me rather *meh* on the whole process. I do that far too often .. let the overwhelming attitude of a few miscreants ruin my space..or hamper my desire.
And well, there isn't alot of interesting stuff happening there. Sure - there are those I like to interact with, but the majority are in the same August doldrums that hit me like a semi rushing downhill with no brakes.
Yesterday I actually had the desire to write- to share. And, of course, my internet and phone and connections all went poofy. Some node issue. Fortunately - I am an NPR addict - and love podcasts .. so I had the Apple TV with podcasts loaded and ready for a listen. So I did.
I discovered the real joy in listening to ideas and learning new approaches. I learned that there are people who can clearly define an idea that is truly complex, but make it attainable. I found links to blogs and books and information that I, the true information junkie, had never before seen or explored.
And - I found out that my inherent distaste for some in the 'public forum' is far less based on my thinking they are idiots, but really do have a root that is tangible and logical.
And - I know that listening to more podcasts on a near daily basis will become part of my regular routine....
Definitely sounds more interesting in reading some of the drivel at the other place. Why is no one writing anything good?
ReplyDeleteAh yes, I know those doldrums well. Most days recently I struggle to even write a coherent sentence, let alone a piece of writing worth reading.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy to find you on here though! I spend so little time on That Other Place - I post now and then, but barely even read my watched list. I dunno, maybe things'll pick up in the fall.
I sometimes wonder if I am becoming cynical towards blogging, but then other times, I am just enjoying the heck out of it. Who knows? It seems like many things in life, it too, is a roller coaster.
ReplyDeleteI'm telling you that it's either summer-sickness there, or we're all just really tired of each other.
ReplyDeleteI still like it here. It's so pretty and welcoming.Why would I want to leave?
:)
I went through the same thing; rarely posting, reading or commenting. For me I think it was the way I was feeling about the build up to 9/11. I don’t like to use my blog to vent anger or bitch and moan but in reviewing it as of late; not a lot of “happy thoughts”. All the negative changes that are occurring “there” have turned a lot of people off to blogging. I know some of it is seasonal; people take advantage of the nice weather while it’s here and play on the computer during bad weather. I just heard from a former daily poster there; he is feed up with all the arbitrary rules; the site programming that is 25 years behind the times and full of glitches. Why pay for a bad experience there when we can have a superior experience here for free?
ReplyDelete@Smarty .. my honest opinion? All the good writers have left or are effected with the same ennui, and the rest - well .. pick an emotion, pick a topic, grab from history and retell. It's b o r i n g at best and manipulative at worst.
ReplyDelete@ Sati == Hello and Welcome. And yes - I think part was the 'mercury retrograde' part growing pains and part summer fever. It's good to reconnect with those who you want to see more of. :)
@ Mz Foxy == Hello and Welcome. There are times, I think, that I look at a post in progress and wonder if I'm not on a giant ego trip - and then I realize that it's often the mundane that connects us and our take and approach - and approaches of others that lets us grow. And growing is never mundane. Of course - we all appreciate sharing those "oops" moments as well.
@ Bubbles - I think some is the latter... we have so much information and food from those who haven't changed - and those who do so often move on or leave...and we need to celebrate the growth as much as the public failings. If not more. But yes - I like it here - quiet but quiet is a good thing. I can always process better with quiet
@ AllKnight I understand the differences - but the two are entirely different mammals. Sure - we want it all - but we manage with what we have. This is great for those who are 'kindred' in spirit and appreciate more than is either common or comfy there. And well - I've never been accused of having nothing to say or think about anything - there I stifle much - here I shan't. Good, bad, ugly and beautiful.