Four years ago when I started my blog I took the suggestion to connect
it to several branches of social media as this method was said to gain
more followers and better overall exposure.
This scenario didn’t happen – number of faithful followers grew
slowly and truth ‘yes’ I found it quite disappointing.
I wasn’t about to purchase followers as to me that’s a cheater’s way
of getting ahead.
The constant changes, the stored passwords disappearances, plus
weekly laptop and cell phone updates became a source of distress.
I thought about quitting blogging period.
In January to my dismay a challenge I participated in prior years
changed its format. Thoroughly disinterested I chose not to
commit myself.
I wondered if I’d ever return to this hobby and then I learned
of a local gal with two published poetry books experiencing
the same lack of interest in daily writing as I.
Phew! A sign of relief for me.
Reflections on my life’s tenure show a gal who despite some rather
terrible odds chose to continue to forge ahead.
I’ve never been a quitter only too much to learn
and lacking assistance became a bit overwhelming.
Time for a hiatus!
Did this former perfectionist self-sabotage her achievements
when about to reach a higher degree of success or
did she sadly become an emotional victim to the worldwide
predicaments beyond her control.
Those who suffer from depression still wear a smile most days.
I’ll know more once I chit-chat with my primary doctor next
week on a Zoom-type connection.
Now for a little questionnaire:
My score ranks quite low – laughable since folks state how you should
refrain from the word ‘never’.
Country gals (I’m one) don’t share these interests rather am happy
NOT being superficial.
I asked myself if I should’ve done this / that and the honest
answer is ‘NO’.
jaquintinwriter 
You must be logged in to post a comment.