The longer I leave between blog posts the harder it becomes to write a new one.
Who wants to read about politics these days? It’s all dire.
Who wants to hear me wittering on about being 76 and trying to work out where I fit in the world?
This morning my elder brother suggested I should read through my blog book (Days Are Where We Live) and decide what works, and then write something. But all the posts in the blog book work…that’s why I picked them. They were the best posts from the years 2010 - 2019 (inclusive.) There was a lot of dross left out.
Talking to him about the blog helped me clarify my thoughts about it. In order to write a successful post, it’s not like writing a diary entry: something has to happen that makes me feel a certain way - amused or intrigued, puzzled or sad, happy or angry - and it’s the feelings that prompt me to write.
And the situation right now is this: I feel as though I’ve said everything there is to say about my life from day to day. I am still puzzling about what my role is at this age/stage. And lastly, the feelings I have now about everyday life are generally ones I don’t want to air in public discussion.
For some reason I have not been able to paint for weeks, but today I finished this:
Or perhaps it isn’t finished. I can’t say right now.
And neither can I say if the blog is finished. So keep dropping in to see.
It’s been a bright cold day in May. I’ve felt under par. There’s a refugee hospitality day on Saturday and I am contributing to that in various ways. And next week I’m going to Wensleydale for three days with my friend Liz. After that - who knows?
i would be very sad were you to end your blog - it is the one I most look forward to reading. Your observations on life in general, your beautiful pantings and excellent photographs of gorgeous countryside are much appreciated. Glimpses of your life with the wonderful character that is Dave, your friends and siblings and your deeply held beliefs reflecting the dreadful state of the world balance with a wry sense of humour gives me hope every time I read your wise words. Whilst there are people like you holding strong views on such topics - and willing to voice them there is hope for the future.
ReplyDeleteI am very touched by your comment. Thank you. It’s so encouraging.
ReplyDeletePerhaps as well as mother, grandmother, and friend, I should think of blogging and painting as my role, now.
This is marmee...I am a like a fan girl with your paintings! Always in awe of what you make! And always nice to visit with you a bit!
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