tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post2197553403040710229..comments2024-02-10T14:38:45.874-06:00Comments on Wordsmithonia: Time To Say Goodbye.... Hopefully Not For ForeverRyanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17786139533776263328noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-75525770701970989932013-02-18T17:28:12.472-06:002013-02-18T17:28:12.472-06:00Ryan, I just saw this post about taking a break fr...Ryan, I just saw this post about taking a break from the blog. I hope things are going OK with you. I lost my job (of 29 years) 3 years ago and it was very wrenching. I got another job very shortly afterwards, but it took my husband much longer (we worked at the same place). <br /><br />As far as blogging goes, and whether it is fun, I am sure I don't do as well at blogging (as I could) because I do take the time to watch television with my family. And I am working hard at reading for fun, not just for challenges.<br /><br />Anyway, thinking of you. Take care of yourself.TracyKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08303342674824383688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-6061078190935379292013-01-31T20:48:12.616-06:002013-01-31T20:48:12.616-06:00Hey Ryan, I just wanted to let you know I'm th...Hey Ryan, I just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you and hope things are going well.bermudaonionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10726401178972099557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-27322021334476144292013-01-31T06:52:27.661-06:002013-01-31T06:52:27.661-06:00Ryan, I so understand what you are going through b...Ryan, I so understand what you are going through blog wise. I have dramatically cut down computer time and not reviewing at all. I just want to tell you how freeing it is not to have to think of something for the blog or what else to say about a book I haven't already said numerous times. It's like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders. I hope you get the same feeling of relief and that what is going on in your personal life is soon resolved without too much heartache. Many big {{{hugs}}}to you, my friend. I'm going to check out your fb page! :-)Kayehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10282803815704229945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-15362002223565310562013-01-26T11:09:38.067-06:002013-01-26T11:09:38.067-06:00Ryan - oh my gosh... my first instinct is to say &...Ryan - oh my gosh... my first instinct is to say "NOOOOOO! Don't Go! You and I started together... we are blogging buds!"<br /><br />But I get what you are saying, obviously my time to blog has changed as well or it would not have taken me two weeks to see your post here. <br /><br />You know I will miss you like crazy, but I fully understand and we can chat on Facebook and of course you can kick my butt at Scrabble any time. :)<br /><br />I am glad you are not saying Good bye forever as you never know... :)<br /><br />Keep in touch friend. Sheila (Bookjourney)https://www.blogger.com/profile/05354184020340930630noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-32007393218030518932013-01-20T21:50:08.512-06:002013-01-20T21:50:08.512-06:00Ryan - I have enjoyed your reading selections, you...Ryan - I have enjoyed your reading selections, your well thought out posts, and your different perspective. I, as others in the blogging community, will miss you.<br />I can certainly understand the "second job" aspect. It becomes a time consumer. <br />I hope all things work out well for you and I hope you will pop in and visit now and then. Best wishes. Martha Eskuchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14403539348594584733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-52275042453189805102013-01-17T08:15:02.695-06:002013-01-17T08:15:02.695-06:00You will definitely be missed, Ryan, but perhaps y...You will definitely be missed, Ryan, but perhaps you will find your blogging love return after the breather. That can happen!<br /><br />I like how you plan to take it in stages. I think that's a good way to assess how you're feeling after short periods away from the blog.<br /><br />Whatever you decide, our thoughts will follow you! Good luck!Laurel-Rain Snowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00101090217639410913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-47603474781523209892013-01-16T12:56:46.526-06:002013-01-16T12:56:46.526-06:00I sure get it. I've stopped after writing my b...I sure get it. I've stopped after writing my blog for six years. I know it was the right decision for me, and I'll not return. I am enjoying living (and reading) without writing about it. Good luck in all you decide to do.Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-41694840410875738932013-01-15T18:42:55.766-06:002013-01-15T18:42:55.766-06:00Ryan, so sorry that things seem to have hit you al...Ryan, so sorry that things seem to have hit you all at once. It's definitely a good idea to take a break if blogging is no longer fun for you. I hope the time off will be good for you and that things come together for you employment-wise. I'll miss your posts (especially all those Mary Robert Rinehart reviews! :-) ). See you on Facebook and Words With Friends!Bev Hankinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01127476456755776574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-68823188789137751832013-01-14T17:43:13.599-06:002013-01-14T17:43:13.599-06:00Good luck, Ryan! You have to do what's best f...Good luck, Ryan! You have to do what's best for you, but I hope you'll stick around. I was feeling overwhelmed last summer, but I decided to pull back to 3 posts per week, and that re-energized me. I hope you find happiness with whatever you decide.Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-29001021423094730232013-01-14T12:02:53.451-06:002013-01-14T12:02:53.451-06:00Blogging shouldn't feel like a job (unless you...Blogging shouldn't feel like a job (unless you're one of those rare people where it actually is your job). I always try to make it fun and casual. I don't want it to feel like work either. I get to it when I have time. Posts shouldn't be book reports or essays, for me, they're really what I thought/felt.<br /><br />I really enjoyed all your Buffy love (as I share it). Decide what is best for your. Redesign your blog or get rid of it. Just make sure you're happy! <br /><br />I'll look for you on Facebook.Lonihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16248163148722597124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-59730079623062192472013-01-12T01:12:55.213-06:002013-01-12T01:12:55.213-06:00I've wrestled with the same things for years (...I've wrestled with the same things for years (having blogged for 6 1/2). Sometimes we have to reevaluate. Whether you return or not, you have been a valued blogger. Best to you, Ryan. See you on FB!Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-4619366996536406572013-01-10T21:47:23.539-06:002013-01-10T21:47:23.539-06:00I am totally bummed about this. Even when my dad ...I am totally bummed about this. Even when my dad was in the hospital I kept stopping by your blog to cheer me up. I am sorry to read this!! Take care of yourself!!<br /><br />AngieAngela's Anxious Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01935144213302758223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-60015991128825034562013-01-10T21:38:33.193-06:002013-01-10T21:38:33.193-06:00Ryan, I totally understand as you know I haven'...Ryan, I totally understand as you know I haven't blogged in almost a year. We all started blogging because we love to read and we love books and sometime blogging takes the joy out of it. I'm glad about so many people I've met through blogging and I feel like they are still in my lives through twitter and now facebook (I was so against fb, now I'm always on). Your personal life has to come first, too. You made a brave decision. You know I'm always here for you, like Michelle said, I also think of you like a brother. You deserve only good things!bookmagichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13808845291761439603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-4911714508921075002013-01-10T21:26:39.528-06:002013-01-10T21:26:39.528-06:00You will definitely be missed, but I can understan...You will definitely be missed, but I can understand the reasons why you need to take some time off. I hope that things work out with work and home issues, and that you will have a clear answer as to your future in blogging. Take care!Carrie K.http://booksandmovies.colvilleblogger.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-20638884756719868722013-01-10T20:17:21.046-06:002013-01-10T20:17:21.046-06:00I think everyone has had this feeling. I'm gla...I think everyone has had this feeling. I'm glad we "met" and look forward to continuing our friendship on Facebook, if that' all there will be.<br /><br />Good luck with your rest.Michelle (Red Headed Book Child)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02203139179710289533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-34186335238213023202013-01-10T20:11:59.259-06:002013-01-10T20:11:59.259-06:00Ryan, I hope everything works out well for you. Y...Ryan, I hope everything works out well for you. You will be missed and hope we see you back. [ I feel the same way about my blog from time to time].(Diane) Bibliophile By the Seahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519875632878992728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-49838710954135597662013-01-10T19:32:42.592-06:002013-01-10T19:32:42.592-06:00Ryan... wow. I really wished I had the guts to ad...Ryan... wow. I really wished I had the guts to admit this was why I took a long hiatus from blogging and why I stopped focusing on books. I really do have all the issues I talked about but... honestly, I no longer enjoyed blogging about books. It became a chore. I no longer enjoyed reading what I wanted to read, watching tv... I felt like this was all required reading. That's why upon my return- I chose to blog about whatever in the heck I feel like... no one straight focus.<br /><br />So in short, I am saying I understand. I truly do. I will miss seeing your posts and I do wish for nothing but the best. A break will be good. Being able to regroup and refocus... it will be good. I can't say anything more than has already been said by these other amazing bloggers!<br /><br />Hang in there, friend. We're all here, as a blogging family. I look forward to your return. You can find me on Facebook with email booknerdextraordinaire at yahoo dot com. <br /><br />Please keep in touch!Rich Mom, Rich Dad. Poor Mom, Poor Dad.https://www.blogger.com/profile/12317569071247428560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-74906570838228280942013-01-10T17:17:15.587-06:002013-01-10T17:17:15.587-06:00When I read the title of your blog post in my side...When I read the title of your blog post in my sidebar my heart dropped a bit into my stomach knowing exactly what I would read when I clicked on the link. I understand and absolutely GET all that you're saying. Blogging started out with so much fun and carefree time, but then quickly spiraled into a crazed monster. My own marriage has suffered due to my blogging and I have been cutting back computer time, shutting off the t.v. and just being with my husband. I'm so sorry to hear that work has dealt you some blows...I will be sending you positive and uplifting prayers daily!! Enjoy this time away and try not to think about your blog. If you do come back to it your friends will still be here to read your posts. Plus, many of us are connected to you via Facebook! Just popping into each other's days from time to time is a great way to give someone a boost!!<br /><br />Take care of yourself and your family! Loved ones and relationships ARE the most important things we have in our lives!! <br /><br />Hugs,<br />StaciStacihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07600979915661464945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-19386888850432405672013-01-10T14:08:08.779-06:002013-01-10T14:08:08.779-06:00Totally understand how you feel. I feel that way a...Totally understand how you feel. I feel that way about the blog too at times. I totally see why you have to take time off. Hope everything turns out great even if it doesn't feel like it will now. Take care!!Melissa (Books and Things)https://www.blogger.com/profile/00074452958853212024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-18359982168106140842013-01-10T13:47:05.653-06:002013-01-10T13:47:05.653-06:00Well, I didn't pick a very good time to award ...Well, I didn't pick a very good time to award you the 2012 Blog of the Year award did I? That's me all over, a day late and a dollar short. Ha!<br /><br />I completely understand your taking a time out, Ryan. I've felt that way myself occasionally and have actually cut back on my blogging. I say if it becomes a chore, stop doing it. That's my motto.<br /><br />Please take care of yourself and I hope you'll soon be feeling topnotch and that your problems at work will be a thing of the past. Whatever the future holds for you, Ryan, I only wish you the best. <br /><br />See you on your Facebook page and on Lexulous. :)Yvettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08919246184376538331noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-83883100485913095072013-01-10T11:20:35.332-06:002013-01-10T11:20:35.332-06:00We'll miss you! I hope everything at home and ...We'll miss you! I hope everything at home and your job work out well for you.<br /><br />carolhttp://carolsnotebook.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-77381150979586466872013-01-10T10:47:29.631-06:002013-01-10T10:47:29.631-06:00I just found you a few weeks ago, but I will miss ...I just found you a few weeks ago, but I will miss your posts. Take care of yourself and come back to us when the love returns.Debbie Rodgers @Exurbanishttp://www.exurbanis.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-7749622703369894232013-01-10T10:21:21.644-06:002013-01-10T10:21:21.644-06:00You have to do what is best for you Ryan. The blo...You have to do what is best for you Ryan. The blog and blogosphere will be here when and if you are ready.<br /><br />Good luck with the job and family life. So many changes going on, stay positive and embrace what makes you happy and fulfilled, which includes reading what you want when you want.<br />Marcehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10136238772526246675noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-4685011308903405032013-01-10T09:59:55.325-06:002013-01-10T09:59:55.325-06:00Ryan, ultimately you have to do what is right for ...Ryan, ultimately you have to do what is right for you. If this is it, then I completely understand. Your blog will be missed, if you do decide to hang it up for good, but at least I'm lucky enough to be your friend and I don't see that changing. I hope you will email me and let me know what else is going on with you. I know about the job thing (sucks), but it sounds like there's more and I want you to know I'm here if you ever need an ear or a virtual hug. I loves you like a brother, you know. <3Michelle Stockard Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03572227726980569386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144784325334181261.post-3049426481768618202013-01-10T08:28:24.465-06:002013-01-10T08:28:24.465-06:00Ryan, although I will dearly miss your words of wi...Ryan, although I will dearly miss your words of wisdom the important thing to focus on is you, your health and your happiness. Life is too short to do things that have lost that loving feeling to quote a favorite line from a favorite song.<br />Know that you're in my thoughts, my prayers and I have all digits crossed in hope that you will soon find that happiness that you so richly deserve.<br />Love you too<br />deb<br />The Reading Frenzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17908245479700999445noreply@blogger.com