May 5, 2012 
It’s been a tough week, writing wise. My muse went on a holiday – with absolutely no warning. The cheeky sod left me high and dry.
But he’s back. Still reeling from holidayitis…..but at least he’s back.
During my dry spell, I took the opportunity to think about what to do in terms of my blog. And it’s decided. It’s time to shake this puppy up! I had a squizz around some other blogs and I came across many transformed sites – completely different to what they were when they started. Changes of names; site layouts; content.
I don’t want to change my blogs’ name. I find it really identifies with who I am and how I write. Even if no one knows how to pronounce it! The layout? It’s staying. So….what’s left…..ah yes, the content.
I need to ADD content because if I subtract, well, I’m gonna be kissing goodbye 2 and a half months worth of work. So what am I going to add? I think I need to routine it up a little. My fellow blogger Vicki over at The View Outside went through a similar situation a couple of weeks ago when she re-evaluated her site and made some adjustments. And with my flatlining stats I think I need to as well.
I did mention in my last post that I wanted to give back to the readers – and this is still true. But I honestly feel at this point in my writing I don’t have a lot of advice to give so I will be using my life and experiences as examples. What has shaped me to be the writer I am today? Lots of things. And I’m going to share them with you.
First off will be the countries I have visited and how they inspire me still to this day. Traveling is a muse that will stay with me forever.
Music is a medium that inspires me to no end. It was my constant companion throughout my ever-changing childhood.
Books. Literature. What do I love curling up on the sofa with?
Along with the above, I am still going to discuss my WIP and how I’m progressing with that.
So. Clean slate. Wipe it all away and start afresh. Exciting times!
** if anyone has any suggestions for my fresh start, please don’t be shy, let me know!**
Illa Poeta 
Good for you!!!!! 🙂
Now that I’m working to a list (I have my schedule written on a postcard that kind of hovers around on my desk, sorry, dining room table lol), a schedule, I’m feeling much more positive about my blog, and definitely more focused. In fact, since I announced my schedule I’ve had far more hits, more comments, and a few new followers, so it’s definitely working for me 🙂
Good luck honey, looking forward to your posts 🙂
Xx
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Thanks hun. This blogging business is a lot harder than I thought, lol! Have asked you a question on your blog, under the insecure writers tab.
I hope I can come up with some interesting posts – really have to get my creative juices flowing! x
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It is blooming hard work honey 😦
Ok, will go and have a look 🙂
Xx
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real good i love this 🙂
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thanks! 🙂
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Hi honey
I’ve nominated you for the Beautiful Blogger Award. Please don’t feel obligated to accept, but if you do want to, you’ll find all the info at the link
Xx
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Oh thank you so much – this has really perked me up! I graciously accept! xx
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Good! 😉
Xx
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That cheeky sod indeed! The least he could have done was restrict himself to Mondayitis…Holidayitis is taking an absence just *too* far! Looking forward to future posts on all of the above!
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Oh yeah, tell me about it! But Im pleased to say that I have given him a good kicking up the proverbial – let’s just say he ain’t leavin without warning next time lol
Thanks for following me, I look forward to reading more of your blog too 🙂
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Nothing wrong with change. I think you are very brave to articulate it. I was just going to change without telling anyone, do you think they will notice.lol
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Life is an eternal change! Forever changing and improving, this is life! xx
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Sure is my friend! It’s never boring 🙂 xx
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