For now…


I’m taking a break from blogging.

I’m ridiculously behind in my reading, and I’m feeling virtually zapped of any inspiration with my writing. Last night’s post, for example, was frantically written whilst listening to uplifting music… I couldn’t think what to write, so just wrote, and wrote what I wrote. I quite liked the end result, but couldn’t write like that every day!

When things become a struggle, they tend to become a chore. And I don’t really enjoy chores. I like to feel good, and I try to write in a way that hopefully gets that message across – most of the time anyway! I have the tendency to stop doing things that become a chore…

I don’t want to stop blogging, I love it too much. I love interacting with other bloggers throughout our great world. I love reading what everyone has to write, even if sometimes I don’t understand everything. I try to comment where I can, and if time is short, I’ll add a calling card in the form of a like. That’s not to say I click like on every post I read just because I’ve been there, because I only click like when I really like the post. Luckily, I really like lots of posts!

However, I really enjoy writing. I enjoy my daily trips to some random realm or other, and writing about what I see there. Yes, I know sometimes it’s like reading utter nonsense, but that’s what the other realms are for. For escape! This blog is a place of escape! Reality can be left in the real world, although sometimes reality filters through into this blog as well.

Reality has filtered through right now alright. My brain cell is exhausted by overuse and undertime. It gathered its thought and said “Woah! Take time out! There’s years ahead – not everything needs to be written right now!”

I stopped, listened to my brain cell, and thought it a very good idea. Take a rest.

So that’s what I’m doing.

I’ll be back from the First of June, so I’ve given myself two weeks to recharge my batteries and reinvigorate my brain cell – and maybe add another couple while I’m at it. The downside of this holiday, means I’ll be so out of touch with all blogs I follow I’ll probably never catch up, so I’ll start my blog reading afresh from the beginning of June as well. I’ll probably be on the blog a few days before then to dispose of the spam comments which seem to be coming in thicker and faster than ever before, so may start reading / posting earlier than planned at present – we’ll see.

Thanks to everyone who visits my blog, and reads, likes and/or leaves a comment – I really appreciate each and every one of you taking time out of your busy lives to call by my random corner of nonsense.

I’ll see you in two weeks! Feel good now! 

38 responses to “For now…”

  1. Laurie Buchanan avatar

    Good for you. It sounds like the pause that refreshes.

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thanks, Laurie – I hope so!

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  2. Andra Watkins avatar

    I will be sending rejuvenating-Tom’s-brain vibes over the ocean to you, Tom.

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Many thanks, Andra… I think I may have received them!

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  3. angela avatar

    I’ve stepped away from the day to day. At first it felt awful, then it felt kinda refreshing. Sometimes, though, that voice chats so loud in the back of my head that I must type it out to put her to rest. good luck and cheers ~

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thanks, Angela. I’ve not actually been entirely away, but when I first started the break it felt a little odd…

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  4. Let's CUT the Crap! avatar

    I know exactly what you mean. The past two days have been ganging up on me and as a lot of blogging are admiting, they are getting bogged down and can’t keep up. Have a good break.

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thanks, Tess. The break was good!

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  5. prenin avatar

    See you in June my friend! 🙂

    BEWARE OF WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS!!! LoL!!! 🙂

    God Bless!

    Prenin.

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thanks, Prenin… I get withdrawal symptoms when I’m away from the computer, so this break was a little challenging in that regard!

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  6. Soma Mukherjee avatar

    Wish you a lovely time ..hope you enjoy a lot 🙂

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thanks Soma. I’ve enjoyed the break!

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  7. kateshrewsday avatar

    Have a great two week break, Tom 🙂

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar
  8. europasicewolf avatar

    Everyone needs a break sometimes, do you the world of good 🙂

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thanks, Icewolf. I think the break’s been good!

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      1. europasicewolf avatar

        Welcome back! 🙂

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        1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

          😀 Thank you! 😀

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  9. Androgoth avatar
    Androgoth

    Do enjoy your time off Sir Aquatom, and don’t
    be getting into any of your mischief, however if
    the Super Hero side breaks through then I hope
    the damsel in distress gives you lots of…

    Well everything you enjoy the most I guess? 🙂 😉

    Be very well my great friend…

    Androgoth

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thanks, Andro. My superhero side was called into action on the odd occasion, and yes, I enjoyed everything during the break!

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  10. FantasE avatar

    At the rate you’ve been going at for so long, I think this holiday will be well deserved! It’s important now and then to have a little break to refresh yourself, besides, I’m so behind on my reading a little break will be handy for me too! And also, this is Emily from times gone past when I used to comment a lot, I decided on a new account, new blog, etc. I look forward to reading your posts after you’ve had time to think.

    Blessed be.

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Hello Emily! Nice to hear from you again. Good luck with your new blog!

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  11. Sue Dreamwalker avatar

    Have a good Break Tom, sometimes we all need a rest and we feel renewed We shall be here when you get back.. Wishing you well Tom ~Sue

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thanks, Sue… I do feel renewed for now!

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  12. Visionkeeper avatar
    Visionkeeper

    Bon Voyage Tom!!! Hope your magical mystery tour is delightful and crams your batteries with energy. Enjoy and take your time. We aren’t going anywhere. Stay in your heart…. VK 🙂

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thank you, VK. My time away was very pleasant!

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  13. becca3416 avatar
    becca3416

    Always good to give your mind a rest for a while. I wouldn’t be surprised if you come back raring to go!

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thank you, Becca! I’m back, and I’m raring to go, just like you said!

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      1. becca3416 avatar
        becca3416

        Wonderful 🙂

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  14. sarsm avatar

    I hope you’ve been enjoying your break. It’s important to have it!!

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thanks, Sarah. It’s been nice to step away from the helm for a short while!

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  15. Jo Bryant avatar

    Have a great break Tom…blogging can sometimes become too much and the need to step back is not always far from my mind.

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thank you, Jo. The break was nice, but I couldn’t resist the urge to pop back in every now and then either!

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  16. Red avatar

    I have had no choice but take a break…the hospital frowns on my laptop in my room. I hpoe you are well rested when you return. And remember to completely dump the inbox of notifications 😉 You will surely find plenty when you stop by to call.
    Red.

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Thank you, Red. I seem to remember you mentioning the hospital somewhere before – sorry that you’ve had a forced break away! Hope you are well now.

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      1. Red avatar

        Working on it…slower than planned, but making it happen!
        Red.

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  17. jennygoth666 avatar

    just came to say hi tom and you have gone for a rest lol did you know i was coming lol? it does you good to take time out see you soon xjen

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    1. Tom (Aquatom1968) avatar

      Hi Jen – I would never run away if I knew someone was calling around for a visit! I’ve had a good little rest, and I’m back now though…

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