A year later, and I’m still asking myself that question almost every morning when I wake up. The only reason I bother wondering? I need to know whether Alex is expected at virtual school. For me, every day is the same. Work. I do it seven days a week, most days from the time I finish breakfast ’til the time I go to bed. Minus time off for walks, interruptions from the kids, and to eat. Oh, and housework. I do that occasionally, too.
Day in, day out.
My consolation? My bright spot in the world. Writing books people enjoy, doing a good job when I edit and making my clients happy, and sending out prompts. Because aside from looking after my kids and making sure they’re as content as they can be, from this tiny room at this small computer it seems I can still make a difference in the world, and that is a truly great thing.
It constantly amazes me the reach we have. And if we choose to use it wisely, we can make a positive change in the world. Even when we’re stuck inside.
I’d like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all the people who have read my blog and participated in my prompts over the past year. I feel like I don’t express my appreciation enough, but I really do appreciate it. Because without you all, I’d be prompting the void. And the void doesn’t answer back. I might even go as far as to say it a-voids it. (Haha! Yes, I’m tired. But I still got it.)
What was I saying?
Oh yes.
Thank you. From the bottom of my heart. ❤

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This grateful post was brought to you by Stream of Consciousness Saturday. Find the prompt here and join in! https://lindaghill.com/2021/03/12/the-friday-reminder-and-prompt-for-socs-march-13-2021/
March 19, 2021 at 6:53 pm
You’ve created a fun and meaningful community here, Linda. I am very thankful for your prompts, your honesty, your sense of humor, and your consistency which is always valued, but even more so this past year. Many thanks!
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March 15, 2021 at 7:49 am
I am so grateful to you too Linda it such a comfort to know you are there. …l have been participating in #WDIIA but I don’t do it so often now because it’s ground hog day here and I have had a lot of negatives that I don’t want to go on about. Your prompts are always welcome… looking for the positive as always 💜💜💜
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March 14, 2021 at 4:18 pm
I’ve been in ‘what day is it?” land since my stroke – in 2011. One Boon to be had from this past year? I’m not feeling so alone anymore – :D. Thank you for putting prompts and words and stories to it – 😀
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March 14, 2021 at 4:21 pm
Ya know? I JUST LIED to you – it’s NOT True! I’ve been in ‘what day is it?” since I worked jobs that had rotating shifts and sometimes marathon work shifts too – the stroke made it even harder to navigate via the ‘fail safes’ I put into working 24/7 jobs for so long – – sigh – I posted my comment and realized, quickly, “Well, that’s a lie – ” so wanted to quickly clarify/correct – LOL. Sigh – but in the end? I’ve felt both more apart AND more connected with others, both and sometimes all at the same time – This year of ‘hmmm…okay…this is rather different for a long time that affects many….” – LOL
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March 14, 2021 at 2:01 pm
Thank YOU, Linda! Your blog and the community you’ve gathered and inspire do, indeed, make the world brighter. HUGS! ❤
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March 14, 2021 at 12:07 pm
Linda, I appreciate you so much! I am constantly amazed at all you manage to do.
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March 14, 2021 at 12:35 pm
Aww, thanks, Maggie! ❤
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March 14, 2021 at 11:35 am
Your prompts create a little community of bloggers and I appreciate the ones I have connected with. And the prompts do help focus my writing and give me the nudge to write at least once a week. I really appreciate the ‘Stream of Consciousness’ platform. Hope we all get through with these pandemic times ASAP.
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March 14, 2021 at 12:34 pm
Great to know SoCS has had a positive impact. Thanks, Deborah. ❤ And yes, me too!
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March 14, 2021 at 10:00 am
I can say, without hesitation, it’s been my pleasure. Your prompts anchor two points in the week for me – Wednesday and Saturday – without them, there might be a big blur between the weekend and the week. Your SoCS challenge has become my favorite writing experience. Thank you, Linda!
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March 14, 2021 at 12:33 pm
Awesome, Dan. Thank you! 😀
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March 14, 2021 at 9:49 am
Thanks for always being there for us with a prompt or a challenge. When I’ve nearly given up on my blog, you’ve kept me going.
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March 14, 2021 at 12:33 pm
Aww, thanks so much. I’m glad I was able to help. ❤
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March 14, 2021 at 6:25 am
I always look forward to your prompts. They mean s lot to me. I enjoy trying to use them. I like reading the posts of others.
Thank you.
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March 14, 2021 at 8:12 am
Thanks, Lakshmi. ❤ It's always nice to know I'm making a difference. 😉
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March 14, 2021 at 6:03 am
and I always look forward to reading what you write, thank you!
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March 14, 2021 at 8:12 am
Thanks, Beth. ❤
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March 14, 2021 at 1:39 am
Aw Linda! And huge thanks to you 🥰
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March 14, 2021 at 8:11 am
Mwah! ❤
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March 13, 2021 at 11:29 pm
The thanks go to you! Love your sense of humor. Just keep trekkin’😃
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March 14, 2021 at 8:10 am
Aww, thanks, Cheryl. ❤ Will do. 🙂 You too!
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March 13, 2021 at 11:17 pm
Thank you Linda! I enjoy doing your prompts and right now I am enjoying reading your book.
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March 14, 2021 at 8:09 am
Thanks, Sadje! So glad you’re enjoying the book. ❤
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March 14, 2021 at 9:48 am
You’re welcome!
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March 13, 2021 at 11:15 pm
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