I recently was accused of being a drama queen, or, to put it more succinctly, someone who is always having a crisis. First, if you know me, you'd know that isn't true. Yes, there are many crises going on - not just for me, for everyone. It's called life. But I don't get crazy about them. Second, you have to remember that I am a writer. A creative writer. So when I blog about something, I write for entertainment's sake and, while what I write is true (unless of course, I am posting an excerpt from my long-awaited novel), please don't confuse my emotions. I, like everyone else on this planet, do have issues. I handle my "issues" a few different ways: (1) by compartmentalizing and putting them away to bring out only in therapy, or in a lone rant, or occasionally (poor dear man), on my husband; (2) keeping a smile because I have no desire to burden others; and (3) through writing. Writing is one of the ways I handle "issues." And I usually do it with humor. Unless it is something of a very serious nature.
One might take my humorous meltdown about Henry the 8th as having issues or always being in crisis mode. All I can say is that if you think that, then you're at the wrong blog. I laugh at my meltdowns, I laugh at my wardrobe malfunctions, I laugh at my mistakes. I have learned that if you take life too seriously, it will kill you. If I can't laugh or make others laugh, what's the point?
If you want to find some real jaw dropping drama (and humor), why don't you go live for awhile at www.dooce.com. Or, if you just want drama, go to www.mcknob.com. There is another blog I regularly frequent, and interact with its readers, but I won't post its name here. I don't want to share it with those who are finger pointing. Because I like going there often and (woot!) I leave comments there. So I'm keeping that one for myself.
My blog has garnered me new friends, an editorial position with a national magazine for which I also write regular articles, and, well, apparently, a few enemies. But the animosity is one-sided. Those who are upset with me or my blog (apparently), should really talk to me rather than stay in the shadows and talk about me behind my back. I often wonder why people do that - talk about others behind their back? To gain an army against that person who has no idea that foul words are being talked about him/her? (Unless, of course, someone spills the beans). And why do that? Why try to spread the hate? To feel better about yourself or to feel superior? I have neither a superiority complex nor an inferiority complex. So, whatever makes you feel better, go with it because I'll just keep being me. Mostly harmless. A bit neurotic. Always loving.
I am respectful about my writing and will continue to be so. I don't hold grudges even though some wear theirs like a badge of honor. But I will continue to be who I am, always striving to be better, and will hope that others will accept me. I learned long ago, through the always sage advice of my mom, that you can't be liked by everyone. And you have to accept that in order to survive.
Copyright 2009 liamsgrandma
