Today was rough.
I am typing this post at 7:45 PM on day one of Blaugust. I don’t want to fall behind, but sometimes, days will be like today. I expect a few more as the month goes on.
The kid woke at 4 AM this morning and couldn’t get back to sleep. This happens a lot. It has happened throughout their life. These wake-ups are why I can’t commit to a streaming schedule, consistent video creation, or keeping a blog current. It is also why I decided to take the plunge with Blaugust. The purpose is to show me that blogging is the most accessible medium to share what is happening, the things I enjoy, and the news I find helpful.
There will be many more days like today this month. It is a fact of life for me. If evening posts are what I need to do, so be it. I am rusty. Blaugust participation is about the practice – building the writing muscles I used to use so much. This event is thirty-five days of building up my blog and the greater blogging community. I shouldn’t worry too much about the length of each post.
When this is all said and done, maybe I will finally find the words to share more of the day-to-day life as a Dad of a kid with PDA and just why I need to remain a full-time parent. Perhaps this is my real reason for showing up this month.
Also, sorry for no links post this week. We will try again next Sunday.
It looks like you’re approaching this with the right attitude. You’ve created a post that records what’s important in your life and how you’re setting your priorities.
You seem to have clear goals set for Blaugust and I think that is half the battle won. Blogging has distinct advantages over other mediums, both logistically and with regard to connecting with your audience. Using the next 35 days just to get into the habit of writing, finding a routine and an approach that works for you is sensible. Good luck.