Being a blogger is not for the faint of heart. It’s like High School. There are the ones out there that become popular overnight for doing the very same things and writing the same kind of content that 100 other bloggers do. What happens? How do the stars align just perfectly for one particular blog?
I am not thinking of any one blog when writing this post, but rather the whole trend of what makes a blog successful. Is it advertising? Is it word of mouth? Is it PR praise from other popular bloggers that have joined forces in order to uplift each other and be in the popular crowd? And what happens to the 100 other blogs who are not accepted into the circle of popular bloggers? Are they buried underneath the mound of everyone else’s HTML? Is blogging just like getting ahead in the real world? As in, it’s more of who you know and the connections you have, instead of just effort and amazing content?
A popular blogger can post a photo of their kid making a mess eating spaghetti, and it is shared on Facebook 200 times and 300 people like it and/or comment on it. A blogger not well known can post the exact same photo and people skim over it with the thought, “Ugh, there is another mommy blogger….boooooring.”
And delving deeper into this analogy; What type of content is popular? Do you have to curse in your writing to make yourself edgy enough to be remembered? Or talk about Vaginas, or other body parts? Is that what is funny nowadays? I’ve read more and more blogs where people are doing just that. It seems like these things are thrown in a blog post for the sole purpose of making it… what? Better? More popular? More brash? More memorable? More like that other mega popular blog?
Questions. So many of them.
If it sounds like I’m whining…I guess I am. Even though I’m happy with the noticeability I have received so far, I still feel left behind. I feel like I am wading in the rough sea of the internet trying to keep my head from going under. I feel like I am reaching out my hand from the slapping waves for someone to notice me and grab on. Instead, I see the raft of the well knowns smirking and rowing on past whispering, “shhhhh, she doesn’t have enough followers or Google ranking to talk to her. Just ignore and look ahead.”
All of these feelings are coming to the surface because of Facebook. Facebook is not the cause. Facebook has nothing to do with by blog content. But having said that; Facebook, to me, is nothing but a tool that emotionally abuses me on a daily basis.
Why? Because every time I leave a status update on my Facebook Page, or link to a blog post of mine, my Facebook Like count drops a point. I have dropped 42 likes in just a couple weeks. It is to the point that usually every time I log into Facebook, my like count is one less than it was the day before.
This makes me ask myself, “What am I doing wrong?” Someone else writes a blog post that is nothing short of bullying an innocent blogger over writing a fun post on a topic that interests her, and yet the post goes viral and she gains thousands of new likes overnight? She is uplifted by the big guns, like Huffington Post, and various Internet news sites, etc., just because of the popularity of the post. It doesn’t really matter that she put down another person’s interest. Or really what the content was or how she hurt an innocent writer. It’s all about the hype. It’s all about what people really want. The shock factor.
Is this what it takes? Do we need to start putting other people down, throwing out the F word, or cussing like a Sailor, in order to make our mark in the blogging world?
If so, I will have to decline from ever making a name for myself. I’m not trying to be a “Goody Two Shoes” type person, or look down my nose at anyone. I’m not trying to make enemies. Lord knows that is not what I need to do! In fact, this blog post may very well kill my blog. Who knows?
But I am trying to be true to myself. I will continue to blog honestly. I will blog the way I live. I don’t bully people in real life or curse when I tell stories. So I won’t throw these things into a blog post just to stand out from the crowd.
And I will watch my numbers go up by 50 one day and then down by 54 the next.
But I will just keep blogging.
With all these questions still unanswered.
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If putting people down and cussing is what it takes to be a Big Name Blogger, then I don’t wanna be in that club. Actually, I’m pretty stoked that I don’t even know what mean article you’re talking about because I’m happy to not have given it even one extra click of attention
Don’t let the haters git you down!
Dwija {House Unseen} laughed psychotically while writing7 Tips for New Bloggers
Thanks Dwija
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
Keep going! And keep up the cartoons with toy figures
They totally make me laugh!
Thanks!
Nancy
Thanks Nancy. I will do that!
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
I think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings http://t.co/sCBMYaN8 via @MsMcMadness
When you figure out the answers, please share them with the rest of us, because I’ve been searching for them for 2 years and haven’t gotten anywhere.
BTW, I’ve had you on my Blogroll for over 6 months, and even nominated you in the Bloggies. There are many of us who come here because we like you “just being you”. Keep up the good work!
Sandy laughed psychotically while writingComment on The Youngest Isn’t So Young Anymore by Dad
What?? Thank you so much – you made my day.
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
I think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings http://t.co/GtTjHUuS via @MsMcMadness
If it is any comfort, I have heard from other Pages their numbers have gone down recently too, mine included. They are saying Facebook is deleting personal profiles that are not being used regularly. Also, I think they are just catching up with unlikes from the past that never appeared in the numbers count. Any how, I believe in staying TRUE TO YOURSELF… I don’t cuss on my blog, my mother-in-law said once, “People who cuss look uneducated.” Not that I specifically mind people who do, its just not for me either.
Victoria laughed psychotically while writingOne Word for 2013… Explore
I have also heard that about FB. Who know? FB has this new behind the scenes algorithm that doesn’t make sense to humans. Thanks for your comment
I love reading your blog and about your life and kids and especially the cartoons, even my kids love the one about you just trying to take a nap and the kids jumping all over the bed. Your blog and you are unique!!!
I don’t even know why I blog somedays or who’s reading it, but it keeps this over the hill brain clicking away.
Karen Hug-Nagy laughed psychotically while writingTeens On The Horizon!
Thanks Karen
I’m so glad our blogs “met” this past year. I enjoy reading yours as well.
Dear Wrinkled, I have many of the same qeustions that you have. Fwiw: I love your blog, the cartoons and your great sense of humor. Keep up the great blogging!
Lisa laughed psychotically while writingHead Cold Homeschool
Thanks Lisa
Well, I’d never go back to high school, but I do like blogging (and my new blog/Facebook page only has 29 likes…for two days).
Keep on keeping on! You’re a good writer – you’re funny – you’re engaging. Maybe it’s better for a thousand people to REALLY like you than ten thousand “like” you.
Good luck!
Joan @ The Chicken Mama laughed psychotically while writingPigs Need Nests, Too
AMEN! Love your blog name. haha
I agree with Nancy. I love those posts too. I sent someone here a couple weeks ago to check out the Starbucks one. Great bloggers are people whose post you remember and you certainly have the remember factor for me. I did start off trying to find out where the party was because I couldn’t understand how someone with eh content could have so many followers. But I set that aside. I decided I wasn’t going to be a template. I wanted to be unique. Not only that, my dad reads my blog. Someone from church might read it. That said, I’m not goody two shoes either, I keep it real. Followers will come and they will be genuine fans.
Facebook smacebook
Kenya G. Johnson laughed psychotically while writingBreadcrumbs to "From the road" posts…
So well said Kenya! It all comes down to that one thing you wrote. “I keep it real.” That, to me, makes a good blogger.
Amen, Sista! I have to share this others. You’ve said what SO many people are thinking. Just had a discussion on this topic two days ago in the Bloppy Bloggers group (which is always open for anyone to join on FB). As far as your likes on FB, that’s weird – I don’t get that. I love your blog. I love what you write. I love that you’re both funny and serious sometimes. And you’re on my blog roll which can only fit like 15 blogs. So for me, you’re in my Top 15!
Kate hall laughed psychotically while writingThe Vacation I Won’t Tell You About – FTSF #3
awwww – thank you kate!
So I’m part of the Bloppy Blogger’s too. We were just talking about this the other night and wondering about the whole phenomenon. I do have to admit- I am a cursing vagina talking blogger- but I’ve been doing that for the last five years.
In terms of bloggers, I’m very little. I don’t even hold a candle to many of the bloggers you refer. I feel the cliqueness and I know what you’re talking about and Facebook is a pain in the ass!!! I resorted to advertising to get more likes because it was just so depressing.
Anyway, good for you for writing this all out. Unfortunately it is something that is not often talked about. Keep on going! And join our Facebook group if you are interested in some supportive bloggers.
Julie Chenell DeNeen laughed psychotically while writingWhat SITS and Pavlov’s Dog Have in Common
Thanks Julie
I’m so with you on this too…I blog for the enjoyment of writing what I want to write about. I’m one of those bloggers who only looks at her stats when she remembers to. And yet, I do still get caught up in the envy/jealousy of the other bloggers who are WAY more successful than I am. I am trying to market myself, and do blog hops, and all that other stuff you are supposed to do as a blogger, but I always feel like I’m taking 2 steps forward, 1 step back…even so, I’ll never stop writing. (and like Julie said above, join our bloppy blogger group – you’ll love it!)
Emily laughed psychotically while writingFinish-The-Sentence Friday: The Last Time I Went On Vacation, I….
I understand the 2 steps forward 1 step back, totally. Happens here too. Thanks for your comment.
I so agree. It really isn’t about how well or thoughtfully one writes…it’s a popularity contest. But that’s the nature of human dynamic, and nothing much can change it. But we can make ourselves happy, and write about what speaks to us. Totally with you here.
http://www.gettingliter.com/2012/10/jeremy-higgins-sat-up-in-his-bed.html
agreed.:)
Yet another blogger from the Bloppy Blogger group. We think you are awesome! I don’t think there is one of us that doesn’t feel that way…at least at one time. Heck, I feel that every day and give up at least once a week.
Keep writing…you are awesomesauce!
Terrye laughed psychotically while writingWasted Away With Mickey Mouse
Thanks Terrye. I’m going to have to come over to this group and check it out.
I know what you mean!! I love reading blogs like this one because you are “real” and have great opinions and are fun to read. Keep on plugging away… you are doing a great job!
Brenda laughed psychotically while writingAn obstacle I’m trying to overcome #boostyourblog
Thank you Brenda!
Instead of seeing my FB numbers drop, I actually had someone put “Remove me” in the comments last week. At least your “fans” haven’t gone that far yet, right? LOL I think we all have to grow tough skins if we’re going to keep blogging. There have been so many times I’ve wanted to just quit, because I feel like, “what am I working so hard for? I can’t tell if anything is even happening!”. At that point, I keep going because I really do LOVE many parts of it. We just have to keep on going! The thing is, the RIGHT people will notice you and all the rest don’t matter!
Michelle laughed psychotically while writingTop 5 Small Kitchen Appliances on my Wish List
hahahahahaha – noooooooooo, seriously?
You are so right about growing tough skins. You should have replied to that comment with “gladly!”
I love this post. Thank you so much for sharing it. I was just saying to Kate (Hall) the other day that I don’t begrudge others their success when I understand it. What confuses and frustrates me is when the content seems mediocre at best, but they have tons of followers and everyone is falling all over that bowl of spaghetti, as you said.
On a daily basis I try to remind myself why I do this. I get your “emotional abuse” thing too. I’ve backed off of some things I used to participate in because they were making me feel bad about my blog. I would write something so heartfelt and important to me and get a “meh” response…which I could have dealt with if I understood why others were getting a more positive response. But I didn’t get it, and I decided it was time to stop putting myself in a position where I was questioning a post I loved.
It’s so important to stay true to your voice. I’ve always been a TMI queen and I have a serious potty mouth. I’m comfortable talking about lots of things others squirm at (partly because I blog anonymously). Sometimes I have the opposite question you have – should I stop swearing and stop writing about uncomfortable things because some people might be offended. NO. This blog is for me first. If someone doesn’t like the real me just the way I am, well, that’s life.
Sorry to write a novel in your comments
Whatever response you get from others, I’m at least one reader who LOVED this post!
Azara laughed psychotically while writingMake it fast and make it expensive
Azara – bloggers like you are refreshing. I love to read blogs where the writer IS being true to themselves and writing what is on their hearts instead of “padding” it just to stand out. Keep doing what you are doing.
I really love your blog and the way and things you write about! So keep it up, please!
) and I keep asking myself why I blog when I have that feeling of being too unimportant in the blogosphere.
I started my blog without much thinking before I did and now I am sometimes torn between “I want to get more readers” and “I do not want my blog to become too known” (not that this is something I have to worry about at the moment
As for the famous blogs I have to say that I used to read one of the famour blogs and that I really adored the blogger. Now as I found more and more other and smaller blogs I do not like her blog that much any more. Very often I have the impression that what she blogs is not her real life and that she merely blogs for publicity reasons. So this makes her a bit unappealing to me now. You see, not only the small blogs lose readers from time to time!
Joy laughed psychotically while writingFinish the Sentence Friday – 1: Vacation
Very true! Thanks Joy for commenting
I for one enjoy your blog. You are one of the ones that I subscribe to through Google reader and I enjoy every post you do. The blogging world is all about perception. Here you are wondering about building/losing followers and the success of your blog and here I sit thinking I wish I could be as successful as you. I have been blogging for 3 years and have under 200 followers, yet I have had over 300,000 people visit my blog in that time. That averages over 300 people a day. Am I a success or a failure? In my little corner of the world, I feel like a success simply because it excites me that even one person that I don’t know cares enough about what I ramble on about to stop by and visit me. Some days I’ll post and I’ll think who really cares that I bought a vintage Pyrex bowl for .25 cents at a yard sale…and that will be the very post that gets the most comments. To me, in blog world I look at it this way….I blog to share little bits of my life and maybe bring a smile to somebodies face. If it makes somebody smile, then my job is done for the day. Keep up the great work on your blog. I for one will continue to be visiting every day.
Mamaw’s Place laughed psychotically while writingJust loafing around….
Thanks Mamaw
I am one of those who loves looking at your photos of the dishes you get through thrifting.:)
I think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings http://t.co/aYHatbSS via @MsMcMadness
I think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings http://t.co/V99wXXNW via @MsMcMadness
Girl, I have had these SAME thoughts swimming in my head the last few days. There’s a biting quality to blogging lately that I’m not sure I align with. I don’t really mind the cursing (in moderation). I may put some words in my writing here and there, because that’s how I talk in real life, not because I think it is the cool thing to do. My blog has never really taken off, and I don’t expect it to. I can’t commit to the time it takes, or seems to take. The bloggers that have thousands of followers seem to be online all the time. But I guess the question to ask is, why do you blog? Some days I get a total of 3 people looking at my blog. THREE. But if I’m honest with myself, I blog because I have stories I want to write. I blog because I need that space for myself that is separate from my titles of Wife, Mom, Cook, Chauffeur, Cleaner. If it’s more successful than it’s bare-bones ability to keep me from losing myself, than everything else is a bonus. Keep writing YOUR story. It’s a great one. One I enjoy reading. Me likey…
Gina Jacobs Thomas (@totallyfullofit) laughed psychotically while writingPeanuts, pies and booby tutus: What’s in a nickname…
Gina – So well written! yes, I agree. Blogging is very “cleansing” at the end of the day, when putting our stories in words. I also do not mind cursing in moderation either and the blogs I follow that do this, are always written honestly and it works well with their style of writing. I am not anti-cursing, I am “anti-cursing to be popular with the cool kids”.
RT @totallyfullofit: I think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings http://t.co/ou2jwjlW via @msmcmadness
Sorry you are feeling discouraged. It is so easy to feel that way when you are blogging! I tend to run the gamut from “this is a waste of time – I should quit” to “this is exhilarating,” often over a span of just 2 or 3 days! As many have said, you have to be true to your voice and your interests. Then learn as much as you can about blogging and see where it goes from there. I am still trying to figure all of that out, but am having fun (most of the time) while I’m doing it.
Gaye @CalmHealthySexy laughed psychotically while writingStrategy #6 – Learn to Say “No” – CalmHealthySexy 2013
Thanks Gaye!
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
Honestly, although I would love to have a bazillion followers, I don’t really even think about it that much. I know I’m a food blogger and not a Mommy blogger, so you must take it more personally when it’s your life and family you’re blogging about, but I do it because I enjoy doing it. Anything that comes out of it is gravy so to speak. That said, I think that’s really weird about Facebook (I mostly have that page for friends/family who don’t follow blogs to keep up with). The only time I have ever unliked or unfriended a page was because they either used excessive profanity or post sooooo many times throughout the day that it takes up most of my feed. I don’t mind profanity now and again or when your can “hear” that it’s that person’s natural voice, but there are some who seem to throw it in like their life depends on it and it’s a total turn off and just sounds unnatural. Hang in there!
Chris at Hye Thyme Cafe laughed psychotically while writingSlow Cooker Beef "Tips" with Peppers and Onion
Thanks Chris – So true about hearing the natural voice.
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
Debbie,
my mama always told me that the people who put others down do so because they feel badly about themselves. So, for what it’s worth, my 2 cents is, ignore the haters. Be who you are. I try to write from a real and transparent place and it feels to me like that is what you do too, and that is why I love your blog. That is what keeps me coming back. If you start cursing and hating…I’m OUT!
LOL.
Anyway, I would love to have a ton of followers on my blog or on my FB page, but if sacrificing my integrity is what I would have to do in order to get there, then it just isn’t worth it. By the way, you are listed on my blogroll and have been for a while because I love coming back and hearing what’s happening with you and your brood and I also love TALU and all the great bloggers I have found through that. Stay true to who you are, girl. Even if you never have a post go viral on Huff Post. It’s just not worth it.
Joell laughed psychotically while writingGetting Fit Fridays–Start Me Up
Joell – you are a sweetheart. Thank you!
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
Food for thought: I think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings http://t.co/MTD98EOI via @msmcmadness
Oh my gosh! I know exactly what you mean. For a while I was obsessed with the number of followers my blog had and it made me so upset that I was gaining any (why can’t it be like weight? I certainly have THAT figured out!!!) Now I am obsessed with checking my “stats” to see how many page views I’ve had. It shouldn’t matter but I guess I just really want to know that I am not talking to myself out here in blog land. No, don’t start cursing—I really find that to be a turn off in blogs. Stay true to yourself, I love your stories aobut the kids. You talk about things that I can relate to and that is why it is on my blog list. (((bloggy hugs!)))
Tracey laughed psychotically while writingSiskel and Ebert won’t be calling me
Thanks Tracey! I have gone weeks without checking Google analytics, without a bat of an eye. Then I’ll check it and see a day where my page views tripled. Then I obsess about it and try to figure out what the heck I did on that certain day that caused it so I can do it again. haha
I never can figure it out. Oh well…
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
I have this same exact problem with Twitter. It seems every time I log into my account, I’ve lost one or two followers and I wonder what the heck I did wrong. But I’m going to keep blogging, if only because I keep finding other blogs like yours that are just awesome!
Daughter of Maat laughed psychotically while writingMommy Writing Organization
You made my day – thanks so much xo
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
Totally get you Deb! I’m only small fry, and I don’t have the time to do too much more than I’m doing, but gosh it can be hard work! Luckily I’m not just blogging for the audience, although, it really is motivating have an audience! My facebook page isn’t that popular. Would probably help if I put a button on my page but I’m a bit behind in the technology stakes. Need to get some help there one day! Anyways, I’m not a huge liker if Facebook pages, I prefer to leave Facebook for my friends and a very few of my favourite blogs, which made me realise, I must go and help increase the numbers on your facebook page! Because sincerely, I love your work! (Even if I don’t drop in as often as I’d like to.)
Caitlin laughed psychotically while writingGIVEAWAY!!! Good Night Sleep Tight
Thank you Caitlin. I remember the days of having toddler triplets. You are doing great to even have a few minutes to get online. I didn’t start actively blogging until mine were close to 3. haha
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
Well, Debbie, I am so glad you wrote this post, and so glad you have joined up with us Bloppys…we *have* been talking about this in our group this week, and I have been discussing my feelings of inadequacies ad nauseum with a fellow blogger friend. Let me just throw *my* insecurities onto the table. Here was what went through my head when I got halfway through your post,”Oh God, she read my South of the Border post and hated it!” This was one where I discussed my uncertainty with labeling my daughter’s body parts. And I *do* swear a lot…like Julie and Azara, my language and topic choices are all part of who I am, but I know what you mean- some bloggers are going *way* over the top just for a laugh. Sort of the equivalent of blog prostitution, I guess. I share a lot of your feelings, and you are one of the first bloggers I “looked up to” (no, not because you are a “wrinkled’ mommy, but because you are innovative, hilarious, and seem to know who you are) and I am a HUGE fan. Thanks so much for sharing!
Stephanie @ Mommy, for real. laughed psychotically while writingI Want My Mommy and Daddy!
Thanks Stephanie. I feel like I didn’t explain myself very well in the post. I don’t want to come across as someone pointing fingers. I have no problem with anyone’s voice and how they choose to blog. I am a huge fan of The Bloggess and we all know she holds nothing back. But she is honest and genuine and not fake just to play the game, so to speak. That is what makes her funny and adorable. The same thing for you. I love your voice and blogging style. You make me laugh and I know you are being you and not faking anything. I guess that is what I was trying to say when I referenced cursing.
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
No, no, please don’t think you didn’t represent yourself well. You totally did. My point was, even though I knew you weren’t specifically attacking anyone, least of all me, that was the neurotic direction my self-conscious thoughts took, letting my own blogger anxieties run the show. Which is ironic, since that was the whole point of your post! You were very articulate, and I think we all understand the “fake” over the top tactics that have become popular… xo
Stephanie @ Mommy, for real. laughed psychotically while writingMy Closet: Where Nursing Bras Go To Die
I think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings http://t.co/qgYEqAVA via @MsMcMadness
I, too, am from Bloppy Bloggers and this is a wonderful post! BTW, I can only dream of the number of likes and followers you have, lol.
But really, you’re amazing and courageous to talk about something that doesn’t get a lot of attention, but it should.
Cyndi laughed psychotically while writingWordless Wednesday Featured on Sunday
Thanks Cyndi. I love Bloppy Bloggers and I’m glad I found you all.
Deb laughed psychotically while writingI think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings
Ah, Deb! I loved this post. So many of these things run through my head all the time, and you never know where you can discuss or talk about them. Thanks for writing this. And, truly–blogging is NOT for the faint of heart, which often makes me wonder if I belong here at all. I think your stuff is great, and am thankful you share with all of us. Screw all the FB numbers–a game I don’t understand anyway.
Meredith laughed psychotically while writingGambling it all on the Neti-Pot
Thanks Meredith!
Deb laughed psychotically while writingHey, hop on in and go to dinner with us!
I have a lot of the same questions. But aside from that you are one of my favorite blogs. When I’m having a crazy day (like almost every day) and I don’t have a lot of time to visit blogs, there are only 2 I make a point of reading and yours is one of them. You’re “real” and I love that you can make things humorous w/o being nasty or swearing. *hugs*
Shanna @ Motherhood on the Rocks laughed psychotically while writingBe My Valentine: Brighten Up Your Valentine’s Day with Kleenex #ShareTheSoft
Thank you Shanna. Wow – you really made my day. hugs right back at ya, my friend!
Deb laughed psychotically while writingHey, hop on in and go to dinner with us!
It’s not just you. One of my sites has been losing likes in droves, and I think that’s just because I haven’t participated in any big giveaways in a month. Friends who blog are also commenting on a whole lot of losing of likes. With so many of us finding that it’s happening, I suspect that either Facebook is changing the rules again and none of us know about it, or people are cleaning out their Facebooks as part of the New Year and unfollowing pages that they didn’t really interact with. Are your page views impaced? That’s the important part, right?
Suzi Satterfield laughed psychotically while writingCloth Diaper Laundry Routine #clothdiaperhop
I was wondering the same thing also. FB does a lot of things behind the scenes that no one is happy with.
Deb laughed psychotically while writingHey, hop on in and go to dinner with us!
I think I should delete my Facebook Page because all it does is hurt my feelings http://t.co/7wU0R9ul via @MsMcMadness
Good post. I think we’ve all felt this way at one point or another. All you can do is be true to yourself.
One Funny Motha laughed psychotically while writingHome Alone
agreed!
Deb laughed psychotically while writingPlaying Games With Kids, And Why I’d Rather Clean The Toilet.