According to the dictionary, a blog is a regularly updated website or web page, typically one run by an individual or small group, that is written in an informal or conversational style.

According to Truelist: 77% of internet users read blog posts.
The digital population worldwide is estimated at 4.54 billion people. And more than one source mentions that 77% of these people enjoy reading blogs.

How many people read my blog? I do not know. No one has ever "liked" any of my posts. It is stated that 30% of blogs are successful.

According to Neal Schaffer: Blogging is absolutely still relevant in 2022. In fact, roughly 409 million internet users read about 20 billion blog pages monthly. This is why 53% of marketers prioritize blogging as their primary content marketing strategy. Furthermore, blogging continues to flourish with a 12% increase in the last 5 years.

How many people comment on my blog? Zero, I have never had a comment. 

Why do I keep writing posts? Because one day someone will "like" it or someone will comment. I am here writing and posting.

I ask myself that question all the time. I need a get away! It has been five years since I have been anywhere except the home.

So I made plans to go to the mountains, found a place that would allow me to bring Fred, found a cat sitter and...

Then it all hit the fan! Meetings planned by others, artwork accepted at a new gallery, volunteer hours need to be done, repairs picked up. Ugh! I mean I should be thankful I am so needed but really people!

Lessons learned: do not plan on anything, do not over-commit and most of all put yourself first! I wish I had the  guts to tell everyone that I was already committed and could not help. I would feel guilty for backing on them but wait I am backing out on myself. Why? I matter and I should stand up for myself across the board. 

Updated plans: still pretend I am on vacation and do stuff for me and take a day trip or two. I will complete my commitments and remember this for the future. Next time I will not back down!

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