Thank My Stars For Every Green (re: Aloe Blacc)

July 18, 2014

Indiana sunset. Taken by Elder Meehan on his mission.

If I'm completely honest, I've had a bit of Writer's Block this year when it comes to blogging.

I think I'm just in a period where I look at my writing and think "how does this help others--posting my ramblings/point of view?"

I see the value of journaling. And I see the value for my family history, etc.

But I keep thinking, "is this self-indulgent"? Do other people feel better after reading my posts OR do they feel blah?

All this introspection isn't new to me. Since I was a small kiddo I've had these kind of existential questions about life, my purpose, my connection to other people--and my general contribution to Planet E. (I know, makes it sound like I'm deep. LOL.)

But my point!

Sometimes when I read other people's social media, I feel inspired.

And other times when I read other people's social media, I feel cranky. I may disagree with them. I may feel like my life is "less than" theirs.

I don't know! Just some thoughts.

I hope when I post, it is not to showcase my successes or failures as MY OWN. (Well, the failures, yes.)

Deep down, I know that all lives are blessed with highs and lows ... that's life.

But man, those lows are no fun in photos.

Have a beautiful weekend.

PS: For anyone who watched Survivor 23: South Pacific, I'm heading to Keith and Whitney's wedding this coming week--in Tennessee. They met on our season and have been engaged for about a year. Jim Rice (also from our tribe) and his wife will be there, too. It's going to be great to see them all--we shared such an overwhelming experience together. Wild how 7 weeks on an island can create a family bond. It's pretty incredible to me.