omg i'm ghosting you for 2 weeks (but wait, there's a twist!) 🏃‍♂️💨

your fave disaster queer is drowning in work & needs YOUR help to resurface...

tl;dr: your favorite blogger (that's me) is taking a two-week breather to catch up on life. and i also need your help to shape future content. click the survey link and make your voice heard!

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hey mi gente! 👋🏽

ever feel like you're treading water in an ocean of responsibilities, gasping for air, and wondering where your last creative spark went? well, that's me right now.

i've been staring at my blank substack page, willing the words to come. but turns out, even my adhd-powered brain has its limits. who knew? 🤷🏽

so here's the deal: i'm dry. bone dry. sahara desert dry. my inspiration well has run so empty, tumbleweeds are rolling through it. 🏜️ between schoolwork, my job, and a growing pile of commitments, something's gotta give.

here’s what i’m learning: creativity doesn't flow when you're stressed to the max. it's like trying to squeeze water from a rock – frustrating and ultimately fruitless.

taking a breather: why i'm hitting pause for two weeks

so, i've made a decision. i'm pressing the pause button for two weeks.

¡ay dios mío! i know, i know. it feels like i'm abandoning ship, but trust me, this isn't me waving the white flag. it's more like a strategic retreat to regroup and come back stronger.

self-care isn't selfish; it's necessary. i need to recharge my batteries, clear my head, and remember why i started this blog in the first place. spoiler alert: it wasn't to stress myself into oblivion.

during these two weeks, i'll be laser-focused on catching up with work and school. i'm talking color-coded schedules, to-do lists that would make marie kondo proud, and enough caffeine to power a small city.

but don't worry, i won't forget about you. which brings me to my next point...

your turn to shine: calling all readers for input

here's where you come in, mi familia.

while i'm off battling the forces of procrastination and writer's block, i need your help.

i've created a survey that's shorter than the line at a taco truck on tuesdays. it'll take you less time than deciding what to watch on netflix, i promise. just click the button below and let your voice be heard!

your responses will help shape the future of this blog. want more rants about the quirks of san diego life? craving deep dives into politics? need more playlists to soundtrack your existential crises? got ideas for personal essays and hot takes i can muster? this is your chance to tell me!

the comeback plan: refreshed and ready to write

when i come back, expect a new and improved version of me. okay, maybe not new. i'll still be the same disaster queer you know and love… but definitely recharged and bursting with ideas.

i'm setting some realistic goals for my return. and by realistic, i mean i probably won't solve world peace or master the art of folding fitted sheets, but i will have fresh content that doesn't read like it was written by a sleep-deprived gremlin.

this break isn't just about me. it's about coming back with content that'll knock your calcetines off. you deserve the best, and right now, the best version of me is taking a break.

so there you have it, folks. i'm taking a brief intermission, but i promise the second act will be worth the wait.

fill out that survey, keep the comments section lit, and get ready for a comeback.

until then, stay fabulous, stay caffeinated, and don't do anything i wouldn't do (which, let's be honest, leaves a lot of room for interpretation).

con todo mi amor y un poco de cafeína,

edgard 🌈✊🏽💖

faqs: addressing your concerns about my temporary absence

• q: how can i support you during this time?

  • a: fill out the survey, spread the word about the blog, and send good vibes (or coffee gift cards, i'm not picky).

• q: what if i have a brilliant idea for a post while you're away?

  • a: send it my way! slide into my dms, drop a comment, or use your telepathic powers. i'm always open to inspiration, even during my "off" time.

• q: will you come back with a totally different blog style?

  • a: nah, you're stuck with my unique brand of chaos. i'll just be a more rested, slightly less frazzled version of myself.

• q: what if i miss you too much?

  • a: aww, mi amor! re-read your favorite posts, practice your best edgard impression in the mirror... do what you need to do! but remember, i'll be back before you know it!