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Definition of a funk - lack of motivation and low energy ( concerning blogs).
Been going through another funk about blogging. I mean how many posts are possible about my own garden, trips to Charleston,and antique paintings can I do that will not bore my readers ? And basically taking the same photograph, just on different years. I feel too many pictures/writing of the same subject is boring.
Considering if my blog has run its course , or simply only blogging about different topics on a monthly basis or every other month.
Not trying to get any ' Oh, please don't stop blogging comments", just re-assessing. Will consider it all and be back another time,
take good care all of you,
Gina
Just know that SOME of us (well, me anyway), blog for the joy of expressing ourselves--not to wow anyone....
ReplyDeleteSometimes (for me) it is enough to have a "mirror" in which to reflect myself. Returning to North Carolina for a week or so annually, I take pictures of the same wildflowers, for instance. But they are viewed through eyes that are one year older -- and just that much more appreciative.
As I write, I experience what I hope is healthy self-affirmation. And sometimes in the writing, I see things in a fresh and new way....
Whatever you decide, I shall always be thankful that I "met" you. Your honesty, your grieving, your appreciation of art and beauty, your unselfish spirit have refreshed me many, many times.
♥Rebecca
Yes, I really like the aspect of looking back on topics/family times and have them documented in some way. On being unselfish-not correct-I'm about as selfish as two people combined!
DeleteDear Gina ~ We all go through funks with blogging, and in other areas too, I do believe they are part of life. I just posted my first blog post in almost three weeks the other day. It was almost hard to get back into it, but after painting the back garden gate that vibrant purple shade, I wanted to share with my friends. I agree with Rebecca above when she said * blog for the joy of expressing ourselves--not to wow anyone.... *
ReplyDeleteBlogging is like a journal of what's happening in our lives, in our gardens, in our hearts and spirits. For me it's a wonderful way to meet other women, to learn, to encourage and be encouraged, to inspire and be inspired. We share our ups and downs. You have touched many hearts with being yourself. You share beauty in your life from the art and antique world, from your home and gardens. I hope to see more posts from you in the future.
Have a lovely weekend ~ FlowerLady
Thanks sweet flower-lady with your usual words of wisdom!
DeleteGina,
ReplyDeleteI agree with Rebecca and Flowerlady, and I must say that whatever you post is the reason that your blog is one of a very few that I follow. But, take a break if you must, just keep an eye out for any 1750-1850 glassware when you are antique malling, and make that find a reason to post 'cos I shall be watching!
Thanks Gary, not so much 1750-1850 glassware here as America is about that old and everybody broke everything between then and now ;). But will keep an eye out, appreciate the kind words.
DeleteHope you are doing ok Gina...Next time you come to Charleston perhaps you can take some back roads and blog about the small southern towns on the way to Charleston!
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure what towns you mean, Orangeburg, Summerville are the biggest ones, I recall some very small ones, but no antique shopsat them, so I pass. Let me know, thanks!
DeleteHi Gina,
ReplyDeleteForgot to sign my previous comment (don't want you to think I'm a stalker)
Teri from Charleston
Hi Gina,
ReplyDeleteTried clicking the reply button but it wouldn't work? Perhaps because I'm at work and the computer here (at the VA Hosp) may have filters. Anyway...I see your point about the back roads. I think US601 from Orangeburg may be a nice enough drive, though probably not alot of antique stores. Just quiet southern towns. If you haven't been to Elloree, it's on that route and there are some antique stores on their 'main street' in the historic district. You can take the route into Charleston through Moncks Corner where there is Mepkin Abbey (no antiques, just Monks but it's on the old Mepkin Plantation grounds). Close to the Abbey is Strawberry Chapel. an old church which claims to be very haunted and has an old cemetery on the grounds. Other than that, if you haven't been to Walterboro in any of your excursions from charleston, they have some antique stores on their main downtown area as well.
Teri