I've really been struggling on where the hell to start. Which of course leads to nothing happening and a very impressive binge- watching session on Netflix or Disney+ or Showmax instead hahahaha. I really am my own worst enemy at times.
I've been wanting to get active again with my writing for over a year now, I just didn't know what to say or where to even begin.
I've managed to get two sloppy posts out on my blog and then nothing after that. I know I need to be consistent, and I know I need to spend time supporting and contributing to my chosen communities, but even that was confusing for me as I don't know which ones relate to me yet.
I eventually figured out that the only way is to do, not watch!
So, this is me pulling off the band aid and just going for it. I know it will take some time and a lot of learning to pick everything up again. I'm excited for the challenge and I desperately need a hobby that brings me joy.
I intend to focus my blogs on my own personal experiences and what's happening in my life. I'm not a creative writer, I write my feelings, my views and I try to share as much as I can about my life and experiences in the hopes that it could possibly even help someone else who might be struggling too.
The world needs more honesty and less judgement around what ails us as we grow older. That baggage that we all carry around with us and are too scared to speak out loud for fear of rejection or ridicule.
That was always my plan when I started this blog. I feel the need to just share. I also don't need anyone on the other social media platforms deciding that what I'm writing is against some kind of user rule. And yes, that has happened to me and I lost thirteen years of my life and there was absolutely nothing I could do about it. Yes, it was awful but I did learn a lot from that experience which I will share on here soon.
I'm not going to be ridiculous and promise to post daily, as my adult life is a tad too busy for that, but I am aiming for one to two posts a week. I'm a wife, mom to two, blessed with an incredible career, attempting to finish my degree and and myself are even starting up a side hustle this year, so busy as bee I am. I'm looking forward to having something again that I've created and brings me joy and peace. I need something creative in my life again and I'm looking very forward to 2023.
That's all from me for this round.
Thank you for reading, I truly appreciate it ❤️
xxxxxx
Justine
Cape Town, South Africa
Photograph taken by me with my Samsung Note 20 Ultra