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Suffering From Writer's Block? Maybe You Need A Break
by mar6732 | Apr 09 '01
If you find yourself suffering from Writer's Block or have lost the love you once had for Epinions, consider taking a break!

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Comments on Suffering From Writer's Block? Maybe You Need A Break" (19 total)  
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I hope (Reply to this comment)
by Lark729_89
everything's okay... You haven't written those tons of reviews you mentioned.

Hope you're having a nice summer.

Carol
Jun 21 '02
9:53 pm PDT

Egads (Reply to this comment)
by PPerky1954
Sounds just the way I have felt lately. When I went to Orlando I took notes about all these great places we went thinking I would review them here. When I got back I couldn't get the reviews down in words. Maybe I will be able to yet.

Now I'm off to read some of your other reviews!
Patricia
Jun 18 '01
7:00 pm PDT

This is the first review of yours' I've come across.... (Reply to this comment)
by fiona32
and I'm definitely looking forward to more! You wrote it on a topic that I could so very much relate to.....sometimes I think we have "writer's block", and then heap on top of that - lessee.....guilt, frustration, confusion over "why we can't seem to write".
I'm still dealing with this --- and I LOVE E-PINIONS! I have a list of at least 50 products,and reviews to write. But I get side-tracked reading other writers, and 2-3 hours has gone by.
I enjoyed this review immensely - not only could I completely relate to it, but I enjoy your writing style. I'll be looking forward to reading (g-r-a-d-u-a-l-l-y) all of your reviews.....I love it when a new great writer crosses my screen! And you've hopefully inspired me to get my own butt in gear (can we say butt here?)...and start writing more.
Marty
Jun 06 '01
9:58 am PDT

hehe (Reply to this comment)
by jankp
Start writing then already!!!!

Jan
May 19 '01
2:56 am PDT

So true! (Reply to this comment)
by TresCrazyDiva
It was nice to read an editorial about this, it is very true. I took a a couple months off and when I came back I realized that my epinions were lacking in quality. I've been redoing them and working on new ones, and find myself enjoying it more and more as time goes on. Good job!
May 11 '01
10:45 am PDT

I HEAR YOU! (Reply to this comment)
by kitt
I have been there myself and have just come back from a break. I actually keep journals on my children's day. Good job on the epinion! Well done!

Kathy
Apr 29 '01
11:38 am PDT

well after 249 reviews... (Reply to this comment)
by makeupu
...I think I would need a break, too! Welcome back, this was my first review of yours and I plan to read more! Writers block happens to all GREAT writers!
Apr 25 '01
8:17 am PDT

Great to see you back! (Reply to this comment)
by mrswortham
I myself have been trying to get back into the groove of writing....I don't think it is my time yet, but I am really glad to see you back!
Take care
~Amy
Apr 18 '01
8:12 pm PDT

Welcome Back! (Reply to this comment)
by MsHooterville
I'm glad you got back into the groove, and you're so right, it's important to step back now and then. My mom is feeling the same way and hasn't done much on Epinions since the site was down, but she's going to get back to it, too!
Apr 11 '01
6:10 pm PDT

Welcome Back Maren (Reply to this comment)
by bmcnichol
I missed you! I'm glad it was writer's block and not something else that was keeping you away.

Keep writing
Bonnette
Apr 11 '01
9:47 am PDT

Re: I+noticed (Reply to this comment)
by mar6732
I have been slowly weaning myself back here, and boy does it feel good! Off to read some of your reviews now!

Maren
Apr 10 '01
5:46 pm PDT

I noticed (Reply to this comment)
by jo.com
you were back yesterday when I saw your name on someone's review! welcome back Jo
Apr 10 '01
4:02 pm PDT

Thanks! (Reply to this comment)
by mar6732
You're right! My heart just wasn't there for awhile, the break was definitely needed!

Maren
Apr 10 '01
12:21 am PDT

Re: This+is+the+first+time... (Reply to this comment)
by mar6732
Thanks Kevlog!

Maren
Apr 10 '01
12:19 am PDT

After 300 reviews and geometric life problems to solve... (Reply to this comment)
by kordahl
Yes, I can too relate to what you are saying about a break.
Have been busy too and now I am back, at a slower pace
since I am up to my teeth in responsibilities right now.
Its all good though and Epinions is a site I strongly recommend to friends and associates. We do need a break after a while and I know when I need and I will take it when necessary!
Welcome back- Clay Kordahl
Apr 09 '01
10:15 pm PDT

Must... keep... writing... (Reply to this comment)
by sulkn
Must... keep... writing... can't.... stop... must feed family with epinions profits.....

Just kidding, you've made a very valid point. Writing is not like working on an assembly line. If you're heart isn't in it, it won't work.

Glad you've returned!

Gary
Apr 09 '01
7:26 pm PDT

This is the first time... (Reply to this comment)
by kevlog
I've stumbled across your writing!

glad I did, and Welcome Back!

Best from Boston
Apr 09 '01
7:01 pm PDT

Re: Well+Maren (Reply to this comment)
by mar6732
Thanks Shantel!

I'm so excited to be back, and now that I've written my first review in 3 months, watch out! I'm on a roll! LOL! I'm checking out your reviews next :o)

Maren
Apr 09 '01
6:14 pm PDT

Well Maren (Reply to this comment)
by shantel575
I for one am glad to see you back! :-) You are right though, sometimes a break is much needed...glad you got one and now you are back refreshed and roaring to go! :-)
Apr 09 '01
6:05 pm PDT