On March 1st my Dad passed away. 
This is my first post since that sad day. Today, May 13th, my Dad would’ve turned 87 years old. He meant a lot to me and, to be honest, since that day I have had no desire to blog. Since his death, I realized that the process of blogging was adding anxiety to my life. I was so concerned about my posting interval that it consumed me. I started blogging because I enjoy writing and I wanted to build something that was my own. I think now that I am going to start blogging again, my philosophy will change. I won’t care so much about the posting interval. It will not consume me. You know what? I haven’t blogged in over two months and apart from my traffic dropping considerably and my Alexa rating going from about 150K to almost 300K, the world goes on. What I have learned is that we can all take a break. I don’t do this for the money. Maybe someday it will be a source of income but, since it’s a hobby, it was no big deal to take some time off.
Another positive aspect of my hiatus was that some of my fellow bloggers, whom I have never met personally, went out of their way to contact me. They had a feeling something was wrong in my world. People that only know me by corresponding through our blogs went out of their way to find out to see if I was OK. It just shows you that there are some truly caring people out there in the world and a lot of them are in the blogging world. I want to thank those individuals for reaching out to me during a tough time. I may not post as regularly moving forward but I’m looking forward to getting back at it…
Best, Bob
Bob I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. I completely understand why you needed a break, and you’re right – blogging shouldn’t be a cause of anxiety. You should do whatever makes you feel happy. We will still be here
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Ruth,
Thanks for your kind words. I am really looking forward to getting at it again.
Best,
Bob
Welcome back Bob. You have been missed but I think it’s really good that you have taken time out to do what feels right for you.
Big hugs
Jen x
Thanks Jen,
You are the best. I’m excited about writing again and have to get a post done in the near future. You are making quite a blog of your own. Keep it up!
Best,
Bob
Bob –
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Take the time you need to heal. Your blog will wait, but your grief shouldn’t have to.
Life-changing events like this change our perspective. Maybe that’s the silver lining: a positive take-away from loss and sadness.
All the best to you and your family.
Val
Thanks Val,
His birthday was a tough one for me but I’m doing pretty well. I have to start working on a new post. I appreciate the kind words.
Best,
Bob
hello bob,
how are you today?
i’m so sorry to hear about your dads loss and you really deserved that break. i hope you are pulling yourself together and allowing time, friends, family support you. It’s painful losing a loved one and i speak from experience losing my dad a few years ago but I KNOW YOU’VE GOT SOME STRENGTH WITHIN YOU.
take care of yourself and the family.
God bless.
p.s. with regards to blogging it’s good to have you back. i was excited seeing your post in my inbox
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Thanks Ayo,
I appreciate the kind words. I’m doing fine now but it was tough on the 13th because it was his birthday and we were very close. I know he’s in a better place. Talk to you soon.
Best,
Bob
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Your blog can wait. Take your time and come back when you feel like it.
Take care of yourself.
Hi Ishan,
It has been a rough couple of months but I’m looking forward to getting back to blogging. In fact, I’m hoping to post within the next couple of days. I know I won’t post as often as I was but that’s OK with me. Everything in time and I know that there is no rush. I am not going to get anxious over posting interval anymore. I think I will enjoy it that much more. Thanks so much for your comment and concern.
Best,
Bob