I want to write about golf. I have a huge list of topics and products I want to cover but weeks pass. Sometimes life gets in the way, you know? I know that’s no excuse to keep my readers hanging. I do. But I sit here and think of all the latest golf stories and look at my list of topics and products yet still can’t do it. Tonight I thought maybe I could just “phone in” something (heaven knows I’ve done it before – if you’re an astute reader you can probably name them) but I can’t even seem to do that right now so I thought I’d just tell you the honest truth.
My cursor just blinked at me for about ten minutes before I decided that I could share the fact that I am dealing with some difficult personal issues without disclosing the details. We all have difficult times. Some of us have blogs. Some of us have blogs in which we share every thought. Obviously this isn’t one of them. This is only a golf blog. While I know some of you have become invested in my personal life, I typically only share personal details as they relate to golf. I think I’ll keep it that way. But I want you to know that I’m still here, golf still means a lot to me, this golf blog still means a lot to me, it will continue with relevant content soon, and I appreciate all your support and readership.
Trust me, golf is still a huge part of my life and actually more so now than ever. If I’m lapsing on you now, I will more than make up for it in the future. I do have plans and your contributions have been invaluable. Personal difficulties aside, my plans are going forward and I thank you all for the feedback and ideas you brougt to the table.
I plan to resume my typical blog posting as soon as I’m emotionally capable. Since it’s been a few weeks and I was able to post this, perhaps it won’t be too much longer. If you’ve hung in there this long, thank you! And i’ll bring more golf stuff as soon as possible!
If you have a niche blog (meaning it doesn’t include personal drama) and you keep up with your topic while dealing with personal issues, I applaud and admire you. I wish I could.
The rest of you, I hope you’ll bear with me.
I love life. I love golf. I love blogging. And I’ll bring the golf blogging back soon.
September 1, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Hang in there. One thing is for sure, us Golf Bloggers have to stick together, so we are here for ya and will be waiting right here to hear what you have to say.
September 1, 2008 at 2:55 pm
Sorry to hear about the rough times. Hopefully those issues will give way and be resolved and give way to good times soon.
If you need some guest posts to keep things moving, just say the word.
-Mike
September 1, 2008 at 5:47 pm
As a beginning blogger,I must admit I have been puzzled (frustrated) by the lack of postings – as I started writing my blog shortly after I read a couple of your more recent posts. Anyway – your recent post certainly makes sense, your privacy is respected, and (on behalf of lots of us) we certainly wish you well during your times of stress. If you’d like a little humor,I will gladly offer my postings as fodder. Feel free to check them out.
Cash
September 2, 2008 at 2:25 am
Hang in there. We’re all hoping things return to normal soon so you can keep on writing great posts!
September 2, 2008 at 1:29 pm
SEE ? We tried to tell you that getting a dog was a big responsibility !!
Been wondering where you’ve been – hope to see you back writing again soon.
September 2, 2008 at 2:53 pm
Your golf blog was part of my inspiration to start my own. I completely understand the difficulty of sharing real life stories without sacrificing your personal life. It’s a fine line to walk. I hope everything settles sooner rather than later and wish you the best. I will still be checking in!
September 2, 2008 at 5:14 pm
I hope you get back on your feet again and continue to write about what you love to do. Hopefully whatever the problems you are having will be resolved shortly.
Best Wishes
Rob
September 3, 2008 at 12:26 am
I’d second and third the above comments. When you’re ready, we’ll be here.
“You’re never as good as your best day, never as bad as your worst.”
September 3, 2008 at 12:30 am
Looking back on tough times we often realize…that these are the moments that define our life and make us better and stronger people.
If there is anything we can do to help feel free to shoot us an email.
September 3, 2008 at 2:02 am
Sorry to hear that you are going through a bad time. Please know you are in my thoughts as well as the tons of readers who check out your site everyday. Take care of yourself and know that we will be patiently awaiting your return
September 3, 2008 at 8:33 pm
Hope things are better for you GC. You certainly have inspired many golf blogs (mine included).
-G
September 4, 2008 at 12:28 am
I check your blog daily although this is the first time I’ve posted. Just wanted to wish you well during this difficult time.
September 4, 2008 at 8:29 am
Y’all are so great. Everything’s okay and I seriously wasn’t looking for sympathy.I fear I’ve come off as quite the whiner after that [slightly] drunken post. Just wanted to explain my lack of postings. I appreciate all your sweet words and kind thoughts.
It’s always great to hear from “regulars” and your support means more than I can say. Old friends and new posters also mean a lot, and I can’t thank you enough.
Seriously – there is so much trouble in the world, I really can’t complain and feel terrible for generating any sympathy for my “problems” but again, you all are very kind to express your concern and I’m humbled to have you as readers, colleagues, and – dare I say – friends.
September 4, 2008 at 11:03 am
No worries! We just want you back again–when you’re ready.
September 5, 2008 at 12:55 am
When you are ready, you will let us know with a post. It is that simple. Life is hard at times, hang it there. Good news is always around door number 3! :o) Or perhaps an email from OddBlast. Either way, hang in there and I hope the wine was great that night!
~Oddly
Cameron
September 19, 2008 at 8:56 am
You’ll figure it out. Good Luck.
October 5, 2008 at 2:41 am
Hey Golf Chick… I understand your dilema. There are only so many things that you can do. Work, Kids, Spouse, Social Life, Maybe try to sneak in a round or two and then write. Writing is an enigmatic thing. To do it well takes ultimate focus and any interruption takes 30 minutes to get back in the “zone”… It is definitely an underappreciated skill. Especially in today’s skim everything world. Let me know if you ever need a guest post. I will be glad to help out.
Kevin
Golf Tips For Beginners
October 5, 2008 at 7:29 pm
I’m guessing what the trouble is,just remember one thing ,you’re absolutely not alone in the world=read your blog tonight and it’s good-let me tell you this joke.A man kills a dear,takes it home,prepares it well for a nice meal:When the whole family is sat round the table the man says to his young children(a boy and girl),’Do you know what meat this is we are eating?’,they both shake their heads and say no idea.’well’,he says’its what your mother calls me sometime’.the little girl throws down her cutlery and shouts’Don’t eat it,it’s a Fucking Arsehole!’ Come on get out there and cheer up-play a few rounds.
Cheers andy
October 7, 2008 at 4:41 pm
I’ve had a hell of a three years worth of personal issues. Blogging has been a great outlet and therapy for me to get through those tough times.
I wish you the best.
Tony
November 20, 2008 at 5:27 pm
I’ve just come across your blog and I hope that you get back to posting soon. I have enjoyed what I’ve read so far and look forward to catching up on your archives.
Shalom
December 8, 2008 at 7:49 am
I love playing golf also. Im not a pro but not a beginner also. I do blogging also. You gave me an idea, how about if i will join my 2 interests in 1 which is golf and blogging. Hmmmmm!
January 1, 2009 at 3:57 pm
We all have hard times, especially writing about golfing. Give yourself some time off, relax and enjoy, then come back writing.
Or you could write everything in one shot and schedule them later…
January 7, 2009 at 2:04 pm
Hang in there us golfer got to stick together….
Dave
January 8, 2009 at 6:35 pm
I hold Golf close to my heart!
My father had a love of Golf…Its quite an intresting sport/activity!
I grew up watching Golf…LOL!!
April 21, 2009 at 3:09 pm
Gotta love the game!
December 19, 2009 at 4:29 pm
Golf is really a great game.
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