Let me start by saying...
I am not going to quit blogging.....I don't think. I mean, a lot of my good bloggy friends have called it quits because they ran out of stuff to say, or they got too busy, or they felt guilty for the amount of time it was taking away from their families, or %^&*$# child porn people started linking to them. It's sad when they go away. Even though I desperately try to keep up with about 75 blogs, I honestly care about what's going on in the lives of each of those bloggers--including the ones who comment regularly even though I don't read their blogs very often. I always look forward to hearing what they have to say.
These ladies were the magical "unknowns" I started writing to in my blog in the first place. They felt like a safe place to really be myself--to talk about the stuff that scared me or angered me or annoyed me. People to share funny stories about my youth with. People who offered the support or kind words I so needed to hear from time to time---especially during my divorce when I suddenly felt so very alone. People who didn't tell me I was 'preaching' when I shared insights into my faith.
But now.....it's different. More and more people I know---or know of----are reading my blog.
I'm sure you're wondering: Hello! ...Miss -Wants -to -Be -a -Writer -When- She -Grows -Up?! Isn't that the POINT?!?! To be heard by as many people as you can?....
In some ways, yeah --I guess it is. Except now I am a little scared. Generic Counter Hit #132,126 may not judge me.....but when I know it is Mrs. What's-Her-Bucket whose kids go to school with mine, or Mr. Smoothio whose cousin told him to read my blog and check out my pictures to see if he might want to ask me out.......well, it just leaves the playing field very uneven. Sometimes what I write can even be used to hurt another person, which I would never, ever, ever wish in a million years. And sometimes it can be used to hurt me.
Where once I was a wild stallion running free on the plains of Blogland, I now feel a bit like a corralled My Little Pony. Butterscotch maybe...I always liked her....
Look----Everything on this blog is true. I have nothing to hide. Except that it is SO true, that it kind of makes me want to hide when I find out that Janet the Crazy Grocery Store Check -Out Lady knows who I am and that I cry during the Cheerios commercial.....
Does that make any sense?
Is it time to quit? Or to start speaking in riddles? To just take my own life and struggles out of this dialogue and stick to recipes involving bags of frozen burritos?
Did I just set out on this tirade because I had nothing to put up for Friday Fotos?
I dunno. You make the call. Should I stay or should I go now?
(....and you KNOW it's coming--if I go there will be trouble, but if I stay there will be double....don't say you weren't warned!)
75 comments:
don't go!!! I LOVE reading your blog!!! I do know what you mean though!!
No quitting! :-)
And it's OK if you're Butterscotch. That was the one I had as a child and she was my favorite, too.
Ack! What a double edged sword!
And I Soooo get it!
As I send out my blog address to family and friends.....it's a fine line to walk between comfortable journaling and some type of expose.
I have to say though....we (random bloggy friends and I) have emailed links to your stories more than once.... And your candor has helped more than one person!
For what's it's worth ....know there would be a void if your perspective is 'gone'.....
You've got a unique voice Ms. DJ....keep spinning!
Please don't leave. You were/are my bloggy mentor and inspiration.
It's your call though, and I have your back no matter what.
If you do stop, you better be prepared for emails from me asking how you are doing.
Btw...HOW ARE YOU! I saw your facebook message. Just wanted to make sure you are doing ok. Maybe you just need some Jennifer time. A manicure, a girl movie, a car like Dylans from 90210.
Good luck with your decision. You won't get rid of me though! :)
Absolutely, don't give it up. I think it has been very therapeutic for you, and your gift for writing has been a gift to us, your readers. I think the best of both worlds is to make your blog by invite only. Then we, your faithful readers, can come along for the ride and leave the nosy parkers in your dust. How's that sound?!
Cheers,
Linda
Um...you need to keep writing.
Random people have stopped me in the library to tell me they read my blog. It's weird, but the need to write is stronger than the urge to hide, if you get me. Just employ some good, old-fashioned denial and pretend no one in town reads your writing.
I only just started reading you ... yet, I already love so many things about you. Please, don't go!
I don't think I can handle another one of my FAVS leaving! My sister in law Debbie (the one that got me into this habit of reading blogs) has not put out a new post since Feb.6, 2009 at 8:15am and yet I dutifully check everyday with hopes of my Debbie fix. If you do leave, please tell us but again, keep writing you are a WONDERFUL writer!
The Brother in Law - Barry
Stay!!
i can totally see where you are coming from with the "uneven playing field". i have thought about that...in your behalf...a time or two. but, i sure would hate to not have you around anymore. i love reading your thoughts.
Oh I would be so sad! I feel like I've been "here" since the beginning. Of course I would understand, but my day just would not be the same.
And yes, I just somehow turned this around to where it's all about me :-) Not what I intended. Just would miss you is all.
I understand. But the last thing I would ever do is to tell you to go, because I'm too selfish. I love you, and I love your blog. You COULD make it private. I love you to death.
Tough call. But I would be disappointed to see you go.
Same thing happened to me. It was kind of weird sitting in church and wondering what the person behind me was thinking about a comment I had made earlier in the week. I think somehow it is easier to keep your internet life and your "street" life separate. I went private with mine to avoid lurkers and then because nothing shows up for "followers" I just stopped. Whatever you decide I support you. That is my job as one of your oldest buddies.
THe only reason all those people are reading is because the love to know about you. You're just so darn interesting. ANd we would ALL miss out on Jennifer P if you stopped. Don't stop! Oh, I have so much more to say about this. Maybe it deserves a phone call.
No, don't go!!! I am faced with the same thing right now. I'm actually launching a new 365 Days blog next month for my family and friends and it won't be associated to my real blog AT all so the fam and friends won't run accross it. I started this blog b/c I wanted it to be anonymous. Maybe you just start a new one and only notify certain readers of your current blog???
Tough call. I don't know how you handle that. I guess I haven't had anything 'exciting' in my life where it is a problem.
But, blogging is just blogging. Life is what is important. Do what is best for you and your boys.
Lisa Q
Don't go I love you blog and youalways uplift my spirit.
Don't go I love you blog and youalways uplift my spirit.
I love reading your blog so I hope you will not go and stop blogging!
Oh - don't go Jennifer! I love reading your blog. You are so funny and keep things so real.
XOXO
Jen
Totally understand, but like others.....don't go....PLEEZ?!!
I don't read very many blogs, but I enjoy knowing how you are doing.
Hope your day gets better with all of this comment love...
Serena
Please don't go! I've been reading your blog for a month...or two. I found it in looking for a good blog from a single mom that wasn't all just bashing of the ex. I fell in love with lots of stuff. Your faith, your location (I grew up there, my heart is there...I miss it there so can I please live vicariously through you till I return one day?), your honesty, and well your boys are cute as can be! Oh, and I forgot anyone who can raise 4 boys and not be in an instituion is amazing!
You could make it private and just invite people you want to read it. But please if you do, though you don't know me, consider me.
I can completely understand since I posted a reply to a blog post with a gal at my church not thinking about the fact that it links back to my blog. So now folks from my church can read my blog where I share things I hadn't planned on sharing with anyone from church. But oh well, such is life. For me maybe it's better otherwise I live in a little bubble where my close friends know all about me but anyone farther from a close friend knows little more than my name. I liked life that way but maybe it's good if more than just two people know more than my name. Maybe the same applies to you, maybe not.
I have to agree with the others! Don't go! I love your sense of humor, it perks me up on a dreary day!
I agree with some of the others, what about making it private, and then you could only add those you want to read? (PLEASE CONSIDER ME THO, even though I'm horrible at posting comments!!!, I'm like *The-Brother-in-law-Barry* I'm checking even if you're not typing!!!)
writing is one of your talents (you got in the writing line in heaven, no doubt)... it's always a battle to know how to use you talents when the 'world' is out there, and it always will be. the fruits of your labors bless so many, but you also have to do what's right for you and your squad. :)
I am wishing you well in whatever you decide.
Please, please don't go. I just started reading and I love your blog! Don't go! :o(
Stay! I found your blog from my daughters and I love it. I even went back and read old post when I found out about your past. I, too was divorced, leaving me with 2 little girls. On a happier note, my ex and I have been remarried for 7 years! And we could not be happier.
J- I know what you mean, in this very public world that we live in, knowing all about everyone has almost become a right -a given, are we not supposed to have something just for us? I too have scaled way back on the personal stuff, or rather if it got out there and my kids were to hear it, would they be proud or ashamed? At the end of the day it is your decision, I understand the reason, but sometimes you just have to do it for your sanity. Plus if goofey check out girl knows your business, I would head out. Thus why facebook makes me leary, lets just give every weirdo out there all our information so they can come to our door. Better to be safe then terribly sorry.♥
Sweet Jen, my instinct would be "stay!" But every point you made is so very valid - if I was in your shoes I'd consider stopping to. I actually had to do that very thing and get an entirely new blog address, new design, etc. because a certain someone was reading my blog and suddenly I no longer felt comfortable opening up, which is why I started in the first place! A possible option is closing it to the public and sending 'invitations' to read, so they have to log in with a password. I know it would be a lot of work up front to send out all those invites to your faithful readers, but then Jane/John Doe would no longer have access. Just a thought!
Oh, I TOTALLY know what you mean! I find myself editing my posts too because I know certain people might see them. I've thought about starting another blog and not sharing it with ANY of my IRL peeps--but the thought of putting in MORE time...sigh. Oy.
I would truly hate to see you go. TRULY. Because I care about you! But I also know that you have to do what's best for you and your family.
Your writing is so awesome and is so followed becasue it strikes a chord in us... a chord of sameness.... of, wow, there IS someone else out there that feels like that too. It unifies and uplifts us.
Having said that... I would also have a hard time knowing taht people around me may have read my blog... it's almost like they have thios secret insight in to you. I get that. I am also a lurker... I just love to be inspired by all the great bloggers out there.. the ones that get what I am feeling and are more talented and able to clearly express it. However, I do feel guilty taht they may or may not know I am reading their blogs.
Ultimately, you will need to do what is best for you and your boys. No one can fault you for that. Just know that your writings have inspired and that you matter.
Best wishes...
I don't tell anyone that I blog. I've sworn my kids to secrecy for fear that they might tell their sunday school teacher (the only time they're away from me during the week) and then it would all be over. Because that one person would tell so and so and on and on it would go and then I would probably have to quit blogging. Or start over someplace new and keep it a secret. :) My town is too small. I've contemplated telling my MIL about my blog so she could see pictures of the kids, but I just can't do it. It's my one thing that's just mine.
So, I do understand what you're feeling and while I sympathize, I selfishly hope you'll keep writing, because I love your style and your blog is one of my favorites. But, in the end you have to do what's right for you and your family.
O.K. I think this is the third comment I have ever made on a blog. I live in Meridian and I'm not even sure how I stumbled onto your blog, but I love it! You inspire me to write, to be a better mom, to be creative in my home, to be more grateful, and to be faithful. I don't have a blog because the thought of what audience to write to, what things I can or cannot include overwhelms me. So I can totally understand how vulnerable you must feel! I know that you'll make the right choice. I just wanted to let you that I've loved getting to know you through your blog and that your blog is a wonderful and positive thing in my life. Even if you don't blog, you need to share your writing!
Why don't you make your blog private like mine? You get to put the emails in and that way random people can't find you. I would hate to see you go as well :)
Oh, Jennifer P., do I ever know what you mean. I posted some thougths awhile back and got calls from three different women at church AND an email from a primary teacher wondering if it was 'them' I was 'venting' about on my blog. I don't want to have to be accountable to anyone for my thoughts/posts. Then there's the used-to-be-friends who read too much into the things that you say and find a way to turn ANYthing into an accusation about them. ugh! I am contemplating the exact same things you are right now. It's just kinda creepy knowing people from all over the place that you know are watching you. Feels kinda peeping Tom-ish. If I do decide to quit blogging I think I'll go to one of those websites and print out my blog first, just because I'm vain and sentimental like that! Good luck, and please stay in touch (maybe a mass email to us Jennifer P. fans?) I wish you the best in your decision!
Please don't go, don't go
Don't go away
I'm down on my knees
Beggin' please, please, please
Don't Go
What can I say? One set of old-school lyrics deserves another ;)
I agree with what many others say. Tough decision… BUT I think the good that comes from your writing outweighs any “current” bad/evil that has happened. I like the idea of either making it private... OR... if that isn’t working for you, why not go through and change the names to protect the innocent?
Sorry for the advice, but being a “typical male” I HAD to throw in my “solution” to the problem.
Hey girlio!!! I totally hear what you are saying! Only I don't have a ton of readers like you...I just feel like I "waste" a lot of time on the computer. Not really "wasting" time, but time that could be better spent :) I know we all have to make whatever decision is best for our families. I so want you to stay....will miss you is you go away...but will totally understand. Good luck....and may The Force be with you :) Happy weekending!
Damn, can I say that?
Dang, I really don't want you too...
I understand how you feel though..I don't really let anyone know about my blog and thank GOD no one is coming up to me saying hey, "I really like what you did to your bedroom and front door and entryway......." when I know they've NEVER been in my house. FREAKY SH%T! Ok, Man I'm sorry for my choice of words today. I should go shower.
Girl, wish we could go hang out and talk.
Love your choice of My Little Pony usage in the pic.
DON'T LEAVE......OR AT LEAST ASK US TO GIVE YOU AN EMAIL SO YOU CAN HAVE A PRIVATE BLOG.
P.S. I might be crying...or I might not be...
P.P.S.
I never comitted myself to commenting on the "car" post b/c I cannot make decisions, much less for other people. It seriously makes my body tense up.
I think the 41 comments before mine should assure you that you would be sorely missed should you chose to go. BUT I know what you mean. Pretty much from the get go I was writing for family out of state. My father in law reads my blog VERY regularly. So I have always tried to be cautious about what I put on there. Some days I think it would be easier to say whatever I wanted if the people reading didn't actually know me. Random people at church often make comments about things I put on my blog. It's kind of weird--even though I am flattered they bother to read it. I am sure all THAT was helpful. I guess that is one vote for and one against----Wait, I take it back. . .keep it coming!
If you go the trouble will be double. I know Exactly what you mean. But don't go. Please. :)
Oh I hear ya sister...
Here's the thing, I had been wanting to quit for three months before I actually just stopped posting. It took me that long to finally step away from it because it took me that long to be 100% positive that I was ready to stop blogging. It just got to be too much for me. If you are at the point that you can pull the plug without any regrets, then you are probably ready to stop. If you aren't ready to do that, then keep going...I think you are in the same place I was 6 months ago...enjoying it but realizing there was other things I could and should be doing. Having said that, you are a fabulous, creative writer and so many people would miss you. But I can stay in touch with you on email...I'm selfish like that ;). I love you dearly my friend!
It's a very personal decision -- you're very widely read and (I imagine) that can be a scary place to be. I'm a little alarmed when some random person I don't know says they read my (little puny) blog.
I'd miss your humor, your insight and your extreme cuteness, but would completely understand.
Wait, you're not quitting, right? It would be too sad.
And I think my comments are getting dumber and dumber as I get dumber and dumber. I can practically feel the freshly killed brain cells draining out my ears.
Your honesty is what has drawn people to you and what has kept them coming back. You don't want to mess with that. Not only that, but the cathartic quality of your blog would be compromised. Success has it's drawbacks, but you are obviously a very strong woman, I'm sure you can handle it. Don't give up.
Uhm..... I'm sure you know what every single one of our comments is going to be: You Better Not Quit!!!
Of course, if you go driving around in that sexy little car be prepared for even more onlookers!
I understand, though. Do what you have to do.... I just hope and pray that doesn't mean you are leaving us!
I have to say that I really, REALLY hope you don't quit....I just found your blog and it has been a total inspiration to me. As a single mother and divorced woman, I was SOOO excited to find a blog that I could completely relate to, there are a ton of great ones out there, but most that I have found are happily married young newlyweds. While I enjoy their blogs, i have finally found someone in the same boat as I am.
I love reading your stuff too! So refreshing! :)
Hmmm...I understand. I know people from my church, who I am not friends with, read my blog. Word gets around and people are darn nosey.
You could go private...I would love an invite :)
I enjoy reading your blog, and came across it from the Washington Petersen of 4. And I see one of my other friends is following you too...you do get around.
I would miss you, but each time I saw a couch with velcro cushions, I'd think of you. ;)
Good luck, you're in my prayers.
~B
(still "hangin' with the Cullens" over here)
I think that the consensus is for you to not quit.
I'm with the majority. However...
I'm all about supporting people in de-stressing their lives. Simplifying.
Do what you need to.
The other day at the school someone came up and asked me about one of my recipes. Someone I don't know at all!!! It was an odd little moment. She also had a gardening question. It's just odd to me, I guess. I never really planned for my blog to be for anyone but me. I don't mind so far. But I wonder how I will feel in a month? a year? So many of my friends have had freaky things happen through their blogs. But I get about 200 hits a day, and maybe 5 comments a day. Who are those other 195 people?! I don't know. I think I am happier not knowing, actually.
While I totally understand what you are saying, here's my thought:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIAnkrPgTvY
I hope that link works.
I found your blog linked from Kamee's blog and I truly enjoy reading your posts. Although I understand what you mean about not having privacy anymore, I will be sad if you say goodbye to the blogging world.
I keep my blog more for scrapbooking reasons than anything. It helps me remember what it was like when my kids were young.
It seems as if your world just got smaller! That would be un-nerving, but I hope you don't stop blogging!
I have been a slacker lately also. I love when I am blogging though. It is a nice way to connect and keep track of your daily adventures.
I think many of us would miss you since you are funny and realistic! :)
OH.MY.GOODNESS....
I so want to quit too! and I'm PRIVATE!!!!
I don't know what happened either really? I'm just sort of blogged out. I mean, it was so fun in the beginning....meeting new people, feeling that sense of support, getting comments, and then wanting and getting more, and then actually making friends.......
But alas, the newness of it all has worn off. It seems that it's just too much, and I don't really even know why? For Sammy Sake (instead of Heaven's sake), I only have really 10 followers....4 that comment (including my husband!). lol....
I'm just saying that I don't know what happened, but I feel that magic is gone, or at least, it's slowly being snuffed out.
There's one really, really nice difference between you and I however....in your favor completely I might add!
I wish there were some way that you could say (which there is some way you can say because you're you!) that you would like your blog to turn into a medium for writing....for your writing career. A place to publish and write whatever comes to mind....a place where you will not read the comments (only from time to time), but you will likely not respond, because this time around, it's not a social network anymore....it's a place to be creative with immediate feedback.
I am tempted to wish you would make some sort of excuse to let advertisements be placed on your "new blog" to further the idea that you would like to become paid at a profession you seek.
I was just watching television the other night, and one lady's blog was so popular, that she made $40,000 a year from advertisements. Her husband quit his job to support her in her blog. She said she wasn't even trying for that in the beginning...I totally thought of you. You could do that....your blog stay the same, but your purpose could change.
You could explain to all of your "old readers" that you would like to try a new avenue. Who wouldn't understand your want for money making in this economy? I bet there are zillions of people wishing they could think of a way to get people to tune in. You don't even have to try, you just have to share your thoughts. Of all of the blogs that I've looked at, yours is truly unique that way, and relatable, on so many different levels.
You have a way of writing things that people feel, and can't explain. It's refreshing.
Look, from a non-reader myself....oh man, I WANT to read your stuff.
Have I totally SHOVED YOU INTO LIKING MY IDEA? Do you have a lump in your throat now, thinking, "man, if I tell her no, are we still going to be friends?"
lol....yes..we'll be friends. It's okay to have your reasons for wanting to stop. It's so funny that you are SO NICE that you even let all of us sillies have an opinion on the matter. Thank you for including us.
The magic just might be gone for you as well, and it might be time to say goodbye. Jerry Seinfeld said he could always sense when it was time to go....he wanted to leave on a high....not on a low.
Maybe it's your time. OH MAN!!! I really don't want you to GO!!!! But I understand.....
Stay....make money....be yourself....and break up with all of us in a Jennifer P. bloggy way, letting us all know that you love us, but the relationship has to change in order for it to stay alive....
OH MAN!
isn't it weird how you feel and how your writing changes when you know who's reading? when the people were all anonymous i could handle it better, but now that they have faces and one of them is my mom it's just weird. i know exactly what you mean.
but i won't stop. i may censor what i say a little more, but i won't stop writing. i hope you won't either.
Please don't go!! I love reading your blog, it is one of my favoirtes for sure!! I am also a single mom of 3 boys, and its so comforting to know that I am not alone...
Ambivalent.
Stay!!! It is fun to see your boys!! just go private!!! how are you cute boys doing did they enjoy easter!!
That is a tough one. I know exactly what you mean.
But ... don't go!
Ok, I didn't take the time to read all 61 comments before me, but I can say I would LOVE to be as popular as you. And how nice would it be to have that many people truly interested and caring about your life? You are so good at what you do, everybody has fallen in love with you and your personal life. But if it bothers you enough, go private and invite me along. Ok?
Ohhhh, I TOTALLY know the feeling! I truly hope you continue blogging but only if it is something you enjoy. I remember when I first started mine, I never had to worry about people I know in REAL LIFE reading my personal thoughts of which I did not want them to know. Thus, in the beginning I was very open and it felt so good to go somewhere where I could release my thoughts and not worry about people judging me. But then...some how...some way...word got around. My dad found out about my blog (my mom always knew about it though, I tell her everything anyway), friend's moms found out about it...and guess what? I go to my brother's wedding to find all these people I haven't SEEN in 10 years telling me they read my blog! Ah! Scary! All that time I had no idea. I was ranting on about things I would rather have only strangers know...which also led to me deleting a couple of posts. So now I feel very restricted. However, maybe limits aren't bad. I have a journal so that helps a bit. I definitely wouldn't suspect any friend's moms reading my journal :P.
ANYWAY, just thought I would share that with you. I know the feeling. I really hope you continue with the blog though! If not, I will greatly miss it. It's up to you though.
Much Love,
Carla
P.S. Sorry for being so long and "ranty".
I hope you don't go. I love your blog!
To know you is to love you, so I think if your friends and neighbors read, they will only love you more.
Well, I want to hear what you have to say..... whether it's silly or serious. It's refreshing to read people's writing that is "real life". Please stay... or at least add us to your personal private blog so we can stay updated. :o)
Well. I. Hear. You.
Although I think I've become less personal over the years, I do sometimes wish I just wrote about How to Make Your Bed or 10 Ways To Make Lemonade. Totally objective. Facts. Impersonal.
But I don't. Because that's just not me. But now? My neighborhood reads. And the people on staff with THe Man at church. And friends from high school. And.
So yeah. I'm not gonna tell you not to quit. Even though I would grieve the loss of your voice, I would totally get it, especially since divorce and single-parenthood are such personal things you've had to deal with. And it isn't fair that people get to read all about you in secret and in passing. And then try to fix you up with their workmates or roommates cousin or whomever.
You could always go private and let only a few of us in :) Notice I say "us" because I would totally hope for an invite.
Don't go! I love your blog and your pictures and everything about it.
I hope that you don't stop blogging. Your blog has been such fun to read over the last several months (yes, I'm one of those lurking stalker readers). You have such a fun "take" on everything and help the rest of us mommies remember that we're all experiencing similiar stuff. On the other hand...I understand not wanting to be needlessly exposed and feeling vulnerable. Whatever you decide...thank you for the time and investment you've made in our lives.
Okay first I have to say what an adorable blog you have...It is fabulous!!!
Your boys are so sweet...I have one myself!! I enjoy reading about all the fun activities you all do!
Also...Im just getting started on my own blog...and its blogs like YOURS that have inspired me!!
That's why I nominated you for an award....(Yes, It was my first) You must have received SEVERAL by now, but this was my way of saying "thank you" for sharing your life in such a meaningful and creative way!!!!
I hope you will come by real quick and check out my blog...I would appreciate the support!
www.brneyedgal.blogspot.com
Nice reference to The Clash! (great band). You should STAY!
In the words of KC & The Sunshine Band..."Please Don't Go."
JON
I've heard that the average lifespan of a blog is 6 months and then most people stop. I guess I can see that happening. I think if you are uncomfortable in ANY WAY, you need to decide for yourself if the time has come to pull the plug or go another direction. I would be freaked out if people I knew in real life knew all about me... one reason I kind of keep my blog on the way surface ... the shallows! Good luck making your decision.
I know what you mean!! Sometimes I think about starting another hole in the wall blog where I don't use my kids' names and stuff. A little more anonymous...one that the grocery store clerk doesn't know about.
And oh my God, are people really looking to your blog for pictures to decide whether or not to ask you out!?! How embarrassing!
Along with everyone else....I would hate to see you go. I feel a kinship with you regarding how to make it through life as a divorcee with dignity, elegance, hope, love, faith, and laughter.
You have been a reminder to me to always walk the higher road. To find the Grace within.
I will miss you if you go.
Oh, Jen, I was so busy going through my own personal spiritual crisis that I did not realize you were having your own personal blogging struggle!! I'm sorry I am a little late with my comment here.
I know at this point you have decided to continue your blog and I am so glad, but I would have understood if you had decided not to or to have password protected.
Sometimes I wonder just who I know, too, is reading it and what they think of what I post. Especially when I complain about stuff or criticize something!!
But, when you are having an issue and feel that no one cares or you are alone and you post about it and a few people you don't know(and one you do!) reach out to try to help you, it makes the whole blogging thing feel worthwhile again.
I am really glad that I have gotten to "know" you through blogging :)
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