August 31, 2005
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I have been enjoying the comfort of my little Xanga family over the past year, and – My first year anniversary is coming up soon – I have come to feel secure in the knowledge that I can post whatever comes up, and you’ll still be here in the morning. I sought you out or maybe you found me, I can’t remember which, but, however we came together, I feel safe with you. I respect you and your writing and value your opinion. And you all know how much I rely on your opinion as I work my way through these chapters. Some of you suggest things that I change immediately and other times I like it that something sits funny with you. I want it to. But I need the feedback to know how it hits you. One of the reasons you’re on my protected list is that you’re honest with me.
So these last two days I woke up to a whole bunch of comments from strangers. Wonderful strangers from what I can tell. I rushed around to get a look at everyone and was thrilled. Now, maybe I’ll never see any of these people again but maybe they’ll be reading this. So, if you are I just want to say that I am going to get back to the book now, and that means I write protected. And if you’re not used to going there, ask me how. Someone once likened it to announcing a party and then not inviting everyone. And I’m sooo not like that but when it comes to this book I feel protective about who reads it, at this point. I need to maintain a level of comfort if I am to fully engage with the page. J Give me a week to get to know you, and if I’ve subscribed I’ll put you on the list. There are writers I look at and think Oh, God, I wouldn’t want them to see unfinished work and then there are those I almost plead with to look at my work. You know how it is. It’s one thing to find a good writer but it’s another thing to feel a connection. I have been blessed to find both in this circle of friends.
Comments (17)
Hi, I am a new reader so if you don’t feel comfortable , I understand, however if you do, I would love to read .
Take care
Peace and Love:)
Very nicely said and I am proud to know I am in that circle.
so you are just at a year? I didn’t realize we started about the same time. Glad I found you-I think it was me. 
I was smiling as I read this post. Thank you for including me in your “inner circle”. I feel quite proud
And strangely enough, I was just thinking that same way about a few key Xangans of mine. I was contemplating shutting my site down due to some experiences but am approaching a year soon as well and hate to break that bond I have created with some. Anyway, I look forward to reading your continued feedback as well. Get busy with your next installment! *wink*
So glad to be in your circle and it is nice that you are getting new hits. Bet it was that hometown honesty coming out that hooked them.
my hometown isn’t in nj! i grew up in upstate ny
RYC: Apple cider vinegar diluted in water changes the body chemistry from acid to alkali and your allergies will subside. My ex husband had allergy shots for 9 years with no results but just 2 T morning and night gave him almost total relief and when it didn’t he just bumped up the amount of vinegar. If you try it do get it at a health food store though the store type doesn’t work as well.
Wow…I never knew, and now I am in the circle. Honored.
Be prepared for a wave…well probably a trickle, tomorrow. My lead off will be your comments on the Panthers…unless some major news breaks
None of my stuff is usually that preplanned…nine times out of ten i just riff off of the cover of the newspaper or some overnight comment. While i was a wee one with only a decade’s experience in ’68…Y
UR on the scene account adds some veracity to what i said. [Oops...guess like most my readers you underestimated my age
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Xanga is usually my daily warm up before a day of James Joycing
Thank you very much . I look forward to reading. Take care and thanks again:)
Peace and Love:)
And this is why I read you, reciprocated honesty, pure and simple:))
We love you! RYC: YOU ARE good company!!!
So come on over already and get to know me better. You’re welcome any time. I enjoyed reading this entry, and feel much the same way.
i haven’t had a new hit in two months == you never visit anymore == oh well, maybe the novelty has worn off = anyway, it’s weird, ydurp, but zack misses you = he’s having surreal experiences in the workplace these days ==
all the best….it’s been a terrible summer for just about everyone i know…very happy the shadows are getting longer…
zackfuller
I have loved reading your posts, and being in the circle for some time. Here I’d thought you’d been here longer than a year! Thank you! Write on.
sometimes in the wee (insomnia-filled) hours… I find myself thanking whatever divine power made xanga possible.
Xanga is all things to all bloggers, often the same one at different times. I’m glad you see a supportive crew, its a lovely, positive attitude. Me, I’m the one in the corner.
i truly don’t remember how we connected, but it was in winter and your first comment a little jewel sort of dropped in the middle of my day. that i remember….