I've not posted on my blog for over a month. Kind of lost my nerve. And the longer I leave it, the harder it's become to post again. I have been on the verge of abandoning the blog altogether. Questioning what the point of it is. Why don't I just keep my journal? What benefit is there to putting my thoughts out there on the web? When I started this blog it was partly about seeking connection and community. This may or may not be a good motivation. I was inspired partly by coming across Micro.blog. While I like the ethos behind Micro.blog, I'm not sure I'm quite the right fit for it, but that's for... strandlines.blog

@strandlines So glad to see you pop up on here again. One advantage of blogging vs a private journal is someone might see your post, might respond to it, might make a connection, however ephemeral…

@strandlines Hi from Portugal! I am new to micro.blog, but I want to welcome you back! I've read your post and I do relate, too. Right now, I can't write much more, but I'm going to follow you. I've been dealing with mental issues since I remember because my mother had been dealing with schizophrenia since I was a very young child. Now I've been facing some issues, too... It's one day at a time... Take care!

Thanks @joaopinheiro for your kind comments. Sorry to hear you have been facing issues too. As you say, one day at a time...

@strandlines Yeah! Living is facing issues, my friend. We just have to find the best way to deal with them! 🤣 All the best!