Pursuing My Dreams

So.... I think it's time. It pains me to come to this conclusion, BUT I have decided to end my Tuesdays with and Thought Provoking Thursdays posts. There are a few reasons for this:


1) The poems and pics that I post from others are covered under copyright laws. Although I give the poet full credit and even list the copyright date if it is known, I have not asked "written permission" from the poets, photographers or visual artists to post their work on my personal blog.  My goal is always to honor the art and respect the artist.


2) My life is hectic. Three active children, a husband and a full time job. Finding the time to focus on my blog each week has been challenging. When I don't post, I feel as if I have failed in some way.  And setting myself up for failure is not my idea of a good time. 


3) I started the Tuesday with post in honor of Nikki Giovanni and moved on to other poets. It was fun and I really enjoyed discovering new poets. I started Thought Provoking Thursdays to hopefully provide inspiration to others But now it has become a chore.... the thrill is gone. 


4) I need to focus on my the pursuit of my dreams. Those dreams include directing and producing my original full length play and publishing a book of short stories and eventually a novel.  Accomplishing these dreams will take time, energy and focused attention. That means something has to go. 


Thus my decision to end Tuesdays with and Thought Provoking Thursdays... for now. When the spirit moves me, when I find an interesting image or when I discover a new poet or poem, I may decide to post it for your pleasure.  Who knows? No promises. But the option is on the table.


My plan is to continue posting for Writer's Block Wednesday and Spirit Filled Sundays... but I am not putting the pressure of weekly post on my shoulders. Writing has always been joyful, peaceful, enlightening and fulfilling. I refuse to taint it with unnecessary self induced pressure.


So... thank you for your company on this journey. I have appreciated your support and your comments. The fact that you have taken the time to join me has meant so much. 
Shout out to my friend Whitney Davis for my weekly Writer's Block Wednesday words.  I wrote a whole book of poems based on those words! And I STILL expect a word every Monday! :)

My prayer is that you will continue to RELAX, REFLECT and ENJOY! And I pray all of you will pursue your dreams and see them become reality.  I am on my way. Who's with me?!

This ain't good-bye... so Ta Ta for now.

GOD BLESS!