tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8277455469409055481.post4678976275537663227..comments2008-04-16T21:40:03.801-07:00Frankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01474194747048398687noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8277455469409055481.post-57077185476070247342008-04-16T21:40:00.000-07:002008-04-16T21:40:00.000-07:00Hey Frank,<BR/><BR/>First -- thank you for the very kind words. <BR/><BR/>Second and more important to your readers, I think one of the big takeaways from blogging is that we have to ease up a little.<BR/><BR/>When I first started, I "crafted" each post. I labored and agonized. But now, while I always want to be thoughtful and add some insight or value -- I don't kill myself over every word. <BR/><BR/>I realize that in this medium, it's okay to just let my natural voice and hopefully an interesting topic, carry it.<BR/><BR/>Another trick of mine -- I stockpile. If I get on a tear and can write 3 or 4 posts, I'm good for the week. I think of it as the canning mentality. Sure, it takes some time but it is a very efficient way to feed the family for awhile.<BR/><BR/>Again, thanks for the head nod and compliment.<BR/><BR/>DrewDrew McLellanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13317449583364807986noreply@blogger.com