Writer’s block strikes again.

Over the course of this blog challenge, I’ve increasingly found myself staring at a blank word document with a dazed look on my face questioning what in the world I should write about. I’m doing it right now…in case you were wondering.

While I know there are endless topics to pick from, it’s difficult to choose where to go with all the ideas trapped in my brain. The process of getting those thoughts onto paper is wildly unpredictable. Currently there’s at least a dozen blurbs scattered along these pages. A few became posts within minutes, while others have been lingering week after week unfinished. You know the saying “there’s a method in the madness”? At this point it all just feels like madness. No method to be found.

In the mess of my unfinished blurbs, a simple truth revealed itself. I’ve known it was there this whole time, but it still makes hitting the ‘publish’ button a bit daunting. A realization that each time I post, a little piece of me is put out there for everyone to see.

It is intimidating.

It is willingly being vulnerable.

It is challenging.

And yet…

It is valuable.

It is encouraging.

It is inspiring.

Writing allows me to freely share what I’m thinking, giving me an outlet to be heard. Being a reserved and occasionally shy individual, this platform has created a space for me to speak confidently through words on a page. Putting myself out there has never been an easy task, but writing is teaching me that it isn't as overwhelming as I make it out to be. Honestly, each response of support and encouragement has been more than I ever imagined I'd receive. Your words cheer me on and keep me accountable as each day passes by. I’d like to sincerely thank you for that.

With nine days left and ten posts remaining of this challenge I’m determined to not let writer’s block obstruct my end goal. Here’s to still learning, still growing, still being stumped, and still pressing onward.