Monday, November 17, 2014

Letter to Blog Peeps


 Dear Precious Blog Peeps...

 With the holidays speeding toward us, whether we are ready for them or not, I had to make a decision.

 For the past five years,  Writing Straight from the Heart has been written seven days a week!

 It has truly been an exercise of sheer  joy, love, perseverance and self-discipline.

 However, as this year's holidays approach, I am going to make some changes on the number of blog posts written.

Because I want to read others' blogs more  as well as do more freelance writing, Writing Straight from the Heart  will no longer be written daily.

Posts will probably be a couple or a few times a week plus weekends.  

Some days there may be just a photograph with a short message.

Change, although painful, is good for both people and blogs!

You are the best readers a blogger can possibly have so I hope the changed schedule of posting will not deter you from checking in to Writing Straight from the Heart.  (That would cause a broken heart------mine!)

Truly, I think most of you will understand time constraints and a myriad of obligations.  



With all my heart, I thank you for reading this blog all these years (five) and hope you will stick with me because I love all of this blog's readers and Followers.

Hugs to all.  Susan

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21 comments:

  1. BookieNovember 16, 2014 at 6:35 PM

    Gosh, this is so understandable!!! Don't worry, bloggers won't leave you. Maybe you will be even more inspired when you do blog! Good luck on a new beginning of something. Change...hard but unstoppable!

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  2. Chatty CroneNovember 16, 2014 at 6:48 PM

    Susan you KNOW I understand TOTALLY. So m any of us have had to do this. We went like heck at first - but it is hard to keep up the pace. We love it, but have learned we have other things pressing us.

    I will be here.

    I know you are struggling with this decision. Hugs.

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  3. Lucy@heart and hearthNovember 16, 2014 at 7:02 PM

    I love you Susan. I understand...
    You have my loyalty always...Lucy~

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  4. Terra November 16, 2014 at 7:15 PM

    Of course I understand and will still enjoy reading you and being your blog friend. I write about 4 posts a month and am happy with that amount. Embrace the change!

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  5. diane.stetsonNovember 16, 2014 at 7:58 PM

    Enjoy your free time now that you've decided to cut down on posts. You deserve a "break"...have fun reading other posts. l will check to see if you have anything from time to time. Thanks for all your photos and words these past five years.

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  6. AnonymousNovember 16, 2014 at 8:36 PM

    I completely understand, and I applaud your decision to listen to what your heart is telling you to do. I, too, have had to take a step back from blogging. After all, there really IS life away from the computer.

    Blessings,
    Patti

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  7. Barbara NeubeckNovember 17, 2014 at 2:53 AM

    Susan... I so admire your commitment to daily blogging... and I thoroughly understand your decision to cut back the number of posts you do.
    I will be looking forward to each and every one of them...
    I think it's good that you are doing this...
    Hugs and Blessings ..... Barb xxx

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  8. Linda O'ConnellNovember 17, 2014 at 3:00 AM

    You have been a faithful blogger, now take a well deserved break and spend time with your sweet little baby, and hubby. Enjoy.

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  9. UnknownNovember 17, 2014 at 3:28 AM

    Hello from Spain: I completely understand your change in publishing post. I got it. I have little free time. Anyway. I will continue reading your post. Keep in touch

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  10. Jemma@athomewithjemmaNovember 17, 2014 at 6:13 AM

    Susan,
    Of course we all understand, even though I have not been blogging as long as you-it is a huge responsibility!
    I want you to enjoy your beautiful life and embrace each moment just as your heart desires! I will always be checking in on you-you are a delight!
    xxxx-
    Jemma

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  11. Linda @ A La CarteNovember 17, 2014 at 6:40 AM

    I've always admired the 7 days a week bloggers and wondered how do they do it. I completely understand and will be a faithful reader as always. Take care!
    hugs,
    Linda

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  12. NellieNovember 17, 2014 at 7:03 AM

    Times change, Susan, and life gets in the way, which is a blessing, not a complaint. My blogging patterns have changed, too. Take care of YOU! xo

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  13. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysNovember 17, 2014 at 7:08 AM

    Your perseverance is commendable, Susan. I can't imagine writing a blog post seven days a week for five years. I admire anyone who can do that and live to tell about it. :)

    Please take your time off and away from the blog. We'll be here.

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  14. marianneNovember 17, 2014 at 7:40 AM

    I have so enjoyed reading your blog and commenting, but I can totally understand the time constraints. A few times a week and maybe weekends sounds like a good compromise. Will look forward to continued reading of your inspiring blog.

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  15. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartNovember 17, 2014 at 11:56 AM

    I totally get it! I will still be looking forward to each of your posts!!!

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  16. BabsNovember 17, 2014 at 2:39 PM

    Good for you Susie! Good decision!

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  17. Martha's FavoritesNovember 17, 2014 at 6:45 PM

    How can anyone stop visiting you? You need to do what is good for you my friend. I want to thank you for praying for my son. I can never repay you for your kindness. Sending hugs of love, Martha

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  18. RebeccaNovember 18, 2014 at 3:56 AM

    Thanks for the "heads up"! It sounds like a very wise and well-timed decision....and see how we all understand?

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  19. Red Rose AlleyNovember 18, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    Oh Yes, Susan, I totally understand. It's hard to keep up sometimes, isn't it? We only post every three days, which is an average of three times a week. This will give the readers a chance to not have to comment so frequently. I think this is respectful to them as well. I think this will be a great change for you, my friend. Your posts are always so precious.

    Happy Thanksgiving.

    love,
    ~Sheri

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  20. SandiNovember 19, 2014 at 8:54 AM

    Beautiful flowers...!

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  21. Lady LindaNovember 19, 2014 at 10:26 PM

    Oh Susan, you don't have to worry. I have always marveled at your posting. I have had such a difficult time this year keeping up on with my blogging.
    I think your blogger friends will be there with you even if you posted like most of us. Enjoy the holidays and don't worry. Love ya,
    Linda

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