tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post6554603149823659072..comments2023-11-05T04:15:44.564-08:00Comments on Robert Frost's Banjo: Where I’m At #57Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-22208267083479745622012-06-01T11:06:43.574-07:002012-06-01T11:06:43.574-07:00Hi HKatz: Yes, that Paul Simon line sums up a lot ...Hi HKatz: Yes, that Paul Simon line sums up a lot for me too! I think I may have been burned out on the whole blogging process--as you probably know yourself, that can happen from time to time, & it's not the first time it's happened to me. It's also meant that I haven't visited other blogs very much, including yours which I always enjoy a great deal--so sorry about that, & expect me back reading & commenting soon!<br /><br />As far as the baseball blog goes: not to worry. Although it's unconventional, the subject matter is definitely not going to interest everybody, & not necessarily a fair proportion of readers here. In a way imagining that the baseball blog has a tiny readership (as it's not baseball enough for the typical baseball blog folks, & too much baseball for a lot of others) is liberating. I'm writing longer posts, for instance, than I would post on RFB these days.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-62018389994522703852012-06-01T06:13:49.057-07:002012-06-01T06:13:49.057-07:00I can’t say it’s had that effect—if anything, it’s...<i>I can’t say it’s had that effect—if anything, it’s had the unintended consequence of making the lull all that much more pronounced.</i><br />That's an interesting observation, implying that blogging can at least give you a little creative boost, or keeps the lull from deepening because at least you're doing and sharing creative things, if not yet in music and poetry as much as you'd like, then at least on your own corner of the web. I hope the lull ends soon. In thinking about some major changes that have happened in my own life over the past year the Paul Simon lyrics pop into my mind: "I'm on my way. I don't know where I'm going."<br /><br />I didn't know about the baseball blog, but I'll check it out. I've never been into baseball but your description of it as an unconventional baseball blog is intriguing.HKatzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17653570160517335758noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-2955662319129573992012-05-31T14:00:44.095-07:002012-05-31T14:00:44.095-07:00I do look that way, don't I? Of course that ph...I do look that way, don't I? Of course that photo was taken almost 3 months ago, which was more toward the lull's inception & perhaps before I even recognized it as such. Not a birdcage--that's actually a floor lamp made by a local artist--don't know the details, as it was one of the many generous housewarming presents from my friends. The pull on the lamp is in the shape of a little bird. <br /><br />Meanwhile, thank you for all your support, both on & off the blog. It truly has meant a lot.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-89613436136754583792012-05-31T13:58:04.693-07:002012-05-31T13:58:04.693-07:00Aw, Ginger, I'm sorry to hear you'll be go...Aw, Ginger, I'm sorry to hear you'll be going on hiatus, & I'm sorry that I haven't been by your blog as I usually would. Your recent posting spree caught me at a time when I was really disengaged. But I'll try to get back & see what you've done. Will look forward to your return, & if you start a new blog, would love to hear about it. Thanks :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-84698009851160107442012-05-31T12:48:49.932-07:002012-05-31T12:48:49.932-07:00You look so relaxed, so calm and cheerful and heal...You look so relaxed, so calm and cheerful and healthy and all that other good stuff that it's hard to believe you need a break or are in a lull. But I'm glad you haven't given up on the blog. It would leave a gap, as is obvious from some of these comments, in many places. Not that I want to put any pressure on you. <br />Is that a vintage birdcage in the background? If so, what's in it?Mairihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09329522168121977658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-54238433391925605242012-05-31T10:20:36.545-07:002012-05-31T10:20:36.545-07:00I love that picture of you, John. And I wish you a...I love that picture of you, John. And I wish you all the best, as always. :)<br /><br />I'm fixing to take a blogging break too...<br /><br />Wanted to check in before I left. <br /><br />I hope you have a great summer! And have fun with your baseball blog. Side-blogs can be so rewarding, and a great outlet; a way to sort of re-invent yourself without rocking the boat. Of course, sometimes boats need to be rocked. ;)<br /><br />Summer is always the best time for side-blogs, too...I think when I get back, I might start a photo or doll blog.<br /><br />Best of luck to you, John! Enjoy those deep river blues...Ginger Ingenuehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06904339551806493214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-62603710043720184322012-05-30T20:15:14.801-07:002012-05-30T20:15:14.801-07:00: ): )Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-66700480567357210062012-05-30T20:06:35.726-07:002012-05-30T20:06:35.726-07:00i usually am. : )i usually am. : )barbie angellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12708541834042912457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-2952799929836360722012-05-30T19:08:43.047-07:002012-05-30T19:08:43.047-07:00Barbie: You may be on to something there : )Barbie: You may be on to something there : )Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-73537949693276201002012-05-30T19:00:58.044-07:002012-05-30T19:00:58.044-07:00there's a poem or a song in that you know. ; )...there's a poem or a song in that you know. ; )barbie angellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12708541834042912457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-79636408675970898982012-05-30T18:39:08.840-07:002012-05-30T18:39:08.840-07:00Thanks so much, Barbie! If I only knew what I am l...Thanks so much, Barbie! If I only knew what I am looking for, I expect I'd be more apt to find it : )Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-4705190723456756852012-05-30T18:38:19.874-07:002012-05-30T18:38:19.874-07:00Thanks, Richard!Thanks, Richard!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-30947427499436703852012-05-30T18:37:39.638-07:002012-05-30T18:37:39.638-07:00Hi Christine: I was thinking that a break from the...Hi Christine: I was thinking that a break from the blog might improve the lull, & in the long run I think the break will probably have proved to be a good thing. But I also feel that it's time to come back. Thanks so much for your kind & generous words!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-39987810326185152002012-05-30T18:36:15.304-07:002012-05-30T18:36:15.304-07:00Joyce: I really, really appreciate that, & I&#...Joyce: I really, really appreciate that, & I'm so happy to learn how much you like Zoe Keating's music, as I believe she is an extraordinary talent. Don't worry: I think there will be many more music posts to come.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-36944858255223312932012-05-30T18:34:54.256-07:002012-05-30T18:34:54.256-07:00Thanks so much, Jacqueline!Thanks so much, Jacqueline!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687192784861682991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-11023398202332572162012-05-30T18:17:04.325-07:002012-05-30T18:17:04.325-07:00first, love the photo. : ) and b, i'm glad to ...first, love the photo. : ) and b, i'm glad to see you're looking for a way out of the lull and not constraining yourself. VII, good luck. i hope you find what you're looking for.barbie angellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12708541834042912457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-51185509427279292082012-05-30T17:43:23.773-07:002012-05-30T17:43:23.773-07:00Everyone needs a break now then. Keep well.Everyone needs a break now then. Keep well.ariverflowsbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02183454403933581280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-65224925148228040422012-05-30T15:32:28.197-07:002012-05-30T15:32:28.197-07:00Thanks for the clip of Doc Watson.
Sorry to hear t...Thanks for the clip of Doc Watson.<br />Sorry to hear that your blog does not improve the lull, but I certainly understand that. My blog sometimes has the effect of making me feel forced to produce something when I would rather it just came naturally. As for your posts, I always appreciate your perspective and the introduction to various artists.Christine H.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09786732494496282743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-30077384948358935512012-05-30T11:32:05.400-07:002012-05-30T11:32:05.400-07:00John, for me personally your blog has been a way f...John, for me personally your blog has been a way for me to connect to music past and present. I have fallen in love with Zoe Keating's music. I have discovered so many nuances to musicians and their music in general, by reading your words. Thank you for the time, effort, love and knowledge you funnel into your blog. Also I just love songs about rivers, so thanks for sharing this weeks video. Take care!joyce matula welchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05013838394135557803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4821243838031243709.post-41405818553035043812012-05-30T09:41:55.064-07:002012-05-30T09:41:55.064-07:00That's a great photo of you and your pals.That's a great photo of you and your pals.Jacqueline T. Lynchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11047941886908178350noreply@blogger.com