I don't know if Hemingway actually said that. But it was hanging in a bar that I visited in Chicago a few years ago and it made me laugh. And I actually thought about it when I sat down at the computer just now.
No, I'm not drunk. I've just realized that it's hard to keep posting to the blog on a regular basis. There are some days that I just don't have a lot to say. I guess I'm also afraid of sharing too much or writing about things that nobody cares to read.
I haven't given up on this yet, but if there's anyone out there who has their own blog (and I know there are a few of you who do), give me some advice. Tell me when it's your favorite time to write and what inspires you to saddle up to the keyboard.
If anyone else has any suggestions, lay them on me in the comments section. I will talk to you soon. Or I might not. I've got four kids over the house right now and there's a cacophony of screams and video game beeps bouncing off these four walls.
Maybe Hemingway was right. I sure could use a drink.
Hang in there! Yes, it is tough! I struggle too and find that I'm on a constant seesaw between over-inspiration and zilch! When topics, phrases or full on blogs pop into my head, I use the notes app in my phone to write them down. My phone is almost always with me, unlike a notebook. Then when I'm not-so-inspired I have a list to start from. I also do brain dump writing exercises when I'm tired, stressed or uninspired. In the morning I'll sit and fill up 3-notebook pages of whatever comes into my head. It doesn't have to make sense, be spelled right, or even legible. Just purging the brain. I throw the pages in the burn barrel or recycle pile and then go for a walk with a fresh mind. Sending positive vibes!
ReplyDeleteGood advice, Piper. Thanks very much for checking in with me. Maybe I do need to start taking notes!
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