Off the grid

This will be my last blog post for a little while. I found out last week that I have to have some surgery on my eye and it will mean I will be out of action for the next few weeks. See you on the other side.

Agreeable anxiety

Some days, writing every day is disconcertingly difficult. Some days, the words can flow like a swollen river. On the difficult days there’s an edge of fun in the discomfort; working under time pressure can lead to pithy and swift writing. Sometimes it leads to rambling prose which needs nothing more than a spell check.… Read More Agreeable anxiety

Commentary

I used to ask for comments on blog posts, but when I started blogging more regularly, I stopped. It wasn’t because I didn’t want feedback but the nature of blogging has changed; this was eruditely put by David Hopkins yesterday. If I want, I can see how many people read this blog and, via LinkedIn,… Read More Commentary

First draft

I found my first ever blog post yesterday. It wasn’t on here; it was on another platform which I’d tried out and didn’t like. I set this site up as a result. I’ve re-read it a dozen times and I’m still cringing. It won’t be published but it’s interesting to hear the voice in it… Read More First draft

So what?

I started blogging on a daily basis 4 months ago and here are a few reflections: It has had an effect in how I review each day. I look forward to finding something meaningful to ponder. People like the rants. The posts where I’m angry about something are more read and shared. Monday is a… Read More So what?