on taking a break & what's to come
setting expectations, recharging, and exciting updates
hey yβall!
first off, a huge thanks for tuning into my daily musings and making this space a vibrant community.
even my 6-month-old nephew marco is pitching in with thanks, though he's still figuring out the whole reading thing!
as much as i thrive on connecting with you through this blog, itβs time for a quick pause to recharge and avoid creative burnoutβbecause let's face it, running on empty isn't fun for anyone.
fear not, though! i'm not vanishing into the ether. iβm simply taking a short two-week break to focus on some behind-the-scenes magic that'll make our time together even more engaging. think of this as a brief intermission, not the end of the show.
hereβs whatβs brewing for when i return:
mondays will alternate between personal essays and open mic sessions for a mutual exchange of stories and ideas.
tuesdays continue with our beloved deep dives, currently exploring puerto ricoβs history and culture.
thursdays will oscillate between celebrating the weird and wonderful in our one queer thing series and diving into pressing local or political issues.
saturdays, when the muse strikes, will feature sparks of the weekβsharing inspirations from books to music, or feature sneak peeks at my original music or poetry.
iβm pumped to deliver this eclectic mix of content, crafted to keep things buzzing and our conversations meaningful.
while iβm away, iβm not just twiddling my thumbs! iβm prepping to roll out content that hits home, weaving in feedback from a little survey iβve put together.
iβd love your input to ensure what comes next resonates deeply with you. take the survey here β itβs quick, and your insights are gold.
for my part, iβll be diving deep into writing new pieces and tuning my guitar for some heartfelt music creation. the anticipation of sharing these with you is what keeps my creative sparks alive.
a heads-up on subscription changes
moving forward, some posts will be exclusive to our paid subscribers. it's a step towards making this labor of love sustainable long-term. if you choose to subscribe, youβll unlock access to all content and some exciting subscriber-only perks. see the details here.
free subscribers, youβre still my rock! youβll enjoy many new posts for free for six months post-publication. most of my essays, coverage about hillcrest, and deep dives will remain free. after that, theyβll transition behind a paywall, helping support the blogβs growth.
dive into missed gems
while i recharge, why not explore some of the recent hits? from my rants on escape rooms to musings on letting people be wrong, thereβs plenty to keep you entertained. and for our new friends, check out deep dives into my music and musings on hillcrestβs vibrant scene.
popular posts:
on escape rooms: my amusing disdain for being voluntarily trapped.
on letting people be wrong: sometimes, itβs liberating to just let go.
on why iβm doing this: the backstory of why this blog exists.
on writing in lowercase: a stylistic choice thatβs become my signature.
on getting involved in hillcrest: a guide to local activism and community.
my love letter to hillcrest: a mushy ode to my favorite part of san diego.
deep cuts:
poem: βdeparture from san juanβ - a reflective piece from my youth.
poem: βa self-love's affairβ - a poem i wrote about falling in love with myself.
essay: βcaught in limbo: puerto ricoβs political quandaryβ - a scholarly exploration from my studies. (which means my prof. is still subscribed - hi, dr mercurio!)
a deep dive into my music and everything iβve written (with songs!) [paid subscribers]
your engagement, comments, and shares are what transform this blog from a monologue into a vibrant dialogue. letβs keep this conversation alive!
until soon,
edgard π§‘
remember, taking time to recharge isnβt just about self-careβitβs about coming back with more energy, ideas, and passion than ever. thanks for your understanding and unwavering support. canβt wait to jump back in with fresh content and renewed vigor!