This morning, I’m drawing a blank about what I want to write on my blog. I have tons of ideas on what I want to write, but none are coming out the way that I wanted them to. So, I’m just going to go for it and write everything in short paragraphs.
This morning, while I was walking to work, I saw three large helicopters flying around Lebreton Flats. It made me very nervous. This isn’t something that you see every day and to be honest, the first thing I thought of was that we could be in danger. Stupid I know, but honestly how many times do you see that. Not very often.
Another thing that I wanted to mention, is that while I was buying A.’s book, I also bought one of the Grammar Girl’s books. I honestly hope that this book is going to help. Even if it’s only a little bit. I feel that I’ve lost alot of confidence in my writing, almost enough to make me stop writing this blog. I hope that by learning a thing or two from this book, that it will help resort some of my writing confidence and make me what to write more.
A couple of weeks ago, I went to a party. A housewarming. It was really nice. It was for one of A.’s coworkers who just got married and bought a house in 2008. Congrats! The downside is that while I was at the party, I noticed someone that I recognized from work, but didn’t say hi. It was awkward. I regret now not saying hi. I haven’t seen her in the office lately either. Maybe it wasn’t her, maybe she didn’t recognized me either. Ugh. Awkward social outings are no fun.
Christmas is coming up. The only people left on my list are my parents. They aren’t hard to buy for, I just don’t want to get them gift certificates, although I know that they will be appreciated.
Cuba is finally completed booked. I’m happy and sad at the same time. Happy that I’m going. Sad that some of my friends won’t be able to make it out there this year with us. Next year, hopefully we can all spend it together.
I also want to buy a wireless router for my house. I can’t stand writing these blog posts at work. I want to write them as soon as I get up in the morning. I always seem to have fresh ideas at this time. When do you write your blog posts?
Tomorrow night, I’m going to see Robin Williams. I am so excited. I’ve told some people about this, and funny, I’ve only gotten negative comments about him. Funny, these people also seem to forget, about how funny he is in the cartoon Aladdin, Patch Adams, Man of the Year, RV and so much more. All they mention is how depressed he is. Hey! I’m going to be entertained, give me a break!
That’s it. End rant. I guess I still have a case of the blues and just felt like I needed to let it all out this morning…
The only thing that could possibly be bad about writing is not writing.
By: XUP on November 18, 2008
at 1:31 pm
Hi J,
Do you moderate your comments? If so, I’d be fine if you don’t publish this and treat it as a private message to you. (Or feel free to publish it, I’m not going to say anything I wouldn’t want people to know that I’m saying.)
I know a lot about grammar and would say that you do not have trouble with it. It could be that you sometimes use commas where others wouldn’t or use one instead of a semi-colon. I say “could be” because I’ve never noticed it in your writing. I notice grammar errors when a sentence doesn’t make sense or has two possible meanings because poor grammar is used.
Your writing is clear and easy to read.
It seems to me that spelling is where you have real trouble. It’s a pretty common problem. I have a friend who is a successful communications professional who cannot spell to save her life. She writes and edits press relases and edits several monthly newsletters. She edits for readability, style, clarity and has a proofreader check the spelling. She also has a list of words that she has particular trouble with. (And she also can’t do math and has several people she calls for help with that when she needs it.)
I’m guessing that you usually use a spell checker because most of the spelling mistakes I’ve noticed on your blog have been cases where the word that shows up is a correctly spelled word but not the appropriate word for the sentence, like “their” instead of “there”.
If you Google words spellcheckers don’t catch, you can find plenty of tips on what to beware of.
But meanwhile, your writing is engaging and the only way to improve it is to do more.
By: David Scrimshaw on November 19, 2008
at 6:07 am
1) three helicopters flying around together over apartments IS scary. that one is justified.
2) I SUCKED at writing in school. stupid structure and all. I write how I talk and people seem to be ok with it. Keep writing. What else am I supposed to read while killing time at work??? haha
3) I’ve not said hi to people i knew before. meh. it happens.
4) We’re done our shopping (yay!) Mom is getting a magazine subscription and Dad is getting Manchester United stuff (shirt, keychain and scarf). T’s parents are both getting Pumas, each their own pair obviously.
4) Jealous of Cuba trip. nuff said.
5) You think you’re going to get up in time to write before work?!!? Not going to happen. Especially in my case – I love sleep.
6) Robin Williams. same sentiment as #4, therefore, please refer to #4
By: Liz on November 19, 2008
at 10:07 am
I agree with Zoom. Persistence – keep writing. We all have inner discouragers who try to take the wind out of our sails. Sometimes that inner discourager puts on an editor or critic mask. But a true editor or critic is ultimately constructive, not destructive.
By: Jen Gilbert on November 20, 2008
at 5:23 am