I really should’ve done this five months ago when I originally meant to do it..!
Overexposure is a dangerous thing, and I’ve thought for too long that there’s too much attention being paid to the words I write here, and the activities I do in world. I’ve toyed with the idea for too long, but there comes a time when someone needs to accept that they have to close a chapter, and mine has come now.
The recent debacle on entitlement which was supposed to be a discussion ended up turning into personal vendettas and far too much childish behaviour when it should never have sunk to such depths. I’ve always worked to make Metaversally Speaking a class above such trashy blogs, but since the recent Resident Awards, I’ve found there’s been a lot of negative attention based at myself and I’ve come to realise that, as someone who likes to be a hermit designer, blogging is currently not an avenue for me to explore a creative aspect to myself, or to share with others.
Metaversally Speaking will remain open, as will my archives, and I hope the current writers will continue to keep writing here. But I feel extremely over exposed within Second Life and the social media circles related to the virtual world, and as such I’m going to sink back into the oblivion and work on other projects for a while, away from the metaversal spotlight.
So this isn’t quite goodbye, but I want to thank the hundreds of commentators, and the tens of thousands of visitors to the blog, and to all those who voted me as SL’s favourite blogger. Really, thank you.
But alas, we all do need a long break sometimes, and I make no promises on whether I’ll return. All I know is that I’m tired, and blogging is something I no longer enjoy anymore.
So long, and thanks for all the fish!
stephen venkman on May 10, 2009
I will miss your blogs, but certainly understands when one needs a break. Enjoy those projects and refuel. Cya on the grid!!
Ioh on May 11, 2009
I’m not one to say the whole, “Aww, I’ll miss your post, thanks for the memories” type. But I will say that it’s understandable to leave. I did it with my Live Journal. Even though it never gained much fame, or infamy, there did come I time I just couldn’t think of much to write. I’m slowly getting that back, and on track that I meant it to have – to be a journal I could post ideas and concerns on. Not to get others’ opinions, but just to get it out. Not necessarily to rant, unless that’s what’s needed to be gotten out.
So, all I can say is take your time to reflect or whatever and consider what purpose you initially had for this blog and go from there. If that initial purpose bring you back, it brings you back. If it doesn’t but a change in purpose does, then great. But if you just don’t have the desire, then you just don’t have the desire. There’s no right or wrong in it. It’s your personal choice to do or not do anything, regardless of anyone’s persuasions one way or the other.
Just do what feels right to you.
Guen on May 11, 2009
I, like many of the other commentators before me, can understand taking a break. Sometimes you get so overwhelmed that all you can do is just get away for a while. As a writer by nature, though, I know I can’t go too long without writing -something- up on a blog or wherever. It would be like having a part of me amputated at this point.
Regardless we shall miss your singular insight, Prad. Hope all goes well and maybe you can enlighten us with your thoughts again very soon.
Mistletoe Ethaniel on May 13, 2009
Take care of yourself, Prad. Be well. *salutes*
Kitty O'toole on May 15, 2009
What a bloody shame…am gutted. I hope your break will renew, refresh and hopefully allow you the clarity you require…
..to then return to blogging to write more amazing posts and keep us all entertained.
Good blogging is a gift and one that I don’t pretend to have, but you Prad have it by the bucketload. It stinks that drama has forced this decision upon you, BUT it’s a small victory..I have faith you’ll be back.
Lots of Love,
Kitty
Arwyn Quandry on May 20, 2009
You really have inspired me so far in my own blog, and it’s sad to see you go. We all have to bow out eventually, but I really do hope to see an encore eventually. I’m sure you’ll be remembered and loved by many. Thanks for all the great insights, and see you when I hit MG.
moggs oceanlane on June 16, 2009
I know… a bit late (I’ve not been around a lot over the last few months) – but still even though it’s late, I wanted to say thanks for sharing your insights, views and sense of fun. Your blog has always been a good read that keeps me thinking or smiling. Enjoy the break and/or new adventures
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