http://www.cocomment.com/blog/244998 Copyright 2007 coComment.com 2009-11-24T19:03:02.932+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/images/logo4rss.gif http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266557 Scarlet This is the second time I've been on your blog in basically a day. I love to read and enjoy your projects and book reviews. Even if you were to change the way you blog or the amount of blogs you post, I would still come back to your site because it interests me. You are one of the best book blogs I've found yet, so kudos to you. 2009-11-22T06:59:39.777+01:00 2009-11-22T06:59:39.777+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266556 J. Kaye Tif - Love your changes too! Aarti - This is the place to connect. I've been too spread out over the last year. 2009-11-20T09:40:51.006+01:00 2009-11-20T09:40:51.006+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266554 J. Kaye Bill and Lorie Shewbridge - Eating has never been an issue. Maybe I can get some exercise in...lol. Jenny Girl - That's it exactly! Kris - for some reason, I can't get that moderation thing down. It's all or nothing for me. And that's a total bummer at times. heidenkind - Yes, it's gotten to be a drag. Luanne - I'm ready. Finally! (lol) 2009-11-14T19:14:11.762+01:00 2009-11-14T19:14:11.762+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266550 Bill and Lorie Shewbridge Kaye, You do what keeps you happy, that's all you can do. Maybe now I can keep up with YOU!! And now maybe you can eat and sleep. :-) 2009-11-12T03:34:14.592+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:14.592+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266546 J. Kaye StephanieD - LOL! Thank you! Sheila (Bookjourney) - Trust me, I'll wear you out before January. :) MarthaE - I really think the new changes will make the blog more appealing and interactive. Jenn M. - Yes, that's the exact reason I began. I also found that blogging was a creative outlet as well as something to ground me. I am also a if-it-feels-good-do-it sort of a person. Blogging has carried me on some fun rides. Book tours rocked for a while and then grew old. Book reviewing was the same. Now it's time to get that spark back. ;) Debbie's World of Books - I think it will have a positive impact on others outside of just me. I could be wrong, but I think viewers will actually like the new change...well, most will. Veens - Yes, I think more viewers feel as you do. Four posts a day is a bit excessive. ccqdesigns - Well, I will be removing myself out of that loop. When the details of this new change began to form, I felt massive relief. emeraldfire - Thank you so very much for saying that! Crystal - AWESOME about the referral list update. You should be getting a Sony eReader offer coming your way too. Momma Hunt - And sometimes I think we lose sight of who we are really doing this for. Like CCQ mentioned about the competitiveness, it's so easy to get caught up in it. hcmurdoch - Wow! Thank you! That totally made my day!! The Book Resort - I'm really excited about this new change. Tea - My feeling is that maybe I do a little too much. It's time for me to take a step back and allow others to step forward. Deanna/ibeeeg - Yes, same here and I feel like I've moved away from the reason I began book blogging. I never meant to become a book review blog/site, but that's exactly what I've become. lastnerve - From the bottom of my heart, thank you! 2009-11-12T03:34:13.885+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:13.885+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266545 lastnerve I so agree with what you are doing. I hate when the joy of reading becomes a chore. I feel you cannot give a well thought out review as all the books start to meld together. I say "GO J GO J GO J" I WILL STILL BE HERE TO READ YOUR BLOG AND WILL JOIN YOU ON TWITTER! Val lastnerve2000@gmail.com 2009-11-12T03:34:13.178+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:13.178+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266543 Deannaibeeeg Sounds like have a nice plan for yourself/your blog. One of the things that drew me into book blogging was the community/chatting about books aspect. So, I think it is cool that you are moving towards that direction (although, I do love your blog already. *smile*) I have decided to allow myself the room to not post about every book I read. I love memes but here again, I have given myself the room to not feel that i have to post to memes weekly because some weeks are way too busy for me. So, I hear ya on the need to make some changes. I wish you the best in 2010. I hope you will be pleased with your new blog plans. As ever J.Kaye, Happy Reading!! 2009-11-12T03:34:12.471+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:12.471+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266540 The Book Resort You need to do what makes you happy, J.Kaye. When it isn't fun anymore, it is definitely time for a change. Looking forward to book talk w/ you in 2010! 2009-11-12T03:34:09.783+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:09.783+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266537 Momma Hunt J. Kaye- I think that your blog will be great with the changes. Like most of us, you do the blog for you to have fun, as an outlet of sort. I think moving to a discussion format would be great and I would enjoy. Also, cutting down on posts isn't a bad thing, especially if what is in its place is more what makes you happy! 2009-11-12T03:34:07.942+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:07.942+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266535 Crystal Good for you - knowing what you want to do. Blogging can get overwhelming at times and it's great that you make your blog grow with you and stay cutting edge. I think you will succeed no matter what you do with the blog because you are doing what you want to do and that is the main thing that matters. Thanks so much for your referral list - I have gotten numerous books from the referrals and have really enjoyed meeting some new authors through their books. 2009-11-12T03:34:07.306+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:07.306+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266531 Veens Well I have been in a bit of a fix here becasue of the number of posts on your blog! God! I seem to never am able to comment as much as i want... I think lesening the number of posts is good... coz it scares me :) But i still read you on my reader and i skip all giveaway posts and read all the wassup on Mondays, your favorite and reviews! 2009-11-12T03:33:40.995+01:00 2009-11-12T03:33:40.995+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266527 Debbie&39;s World of Books Wow, those are some drastic changes but they sound like good ones. I never knew how you did all you did on your blog. Plus I know you mentioned at one point you wanted to spend more time writing. So hopefully these changes help with that. Can't wait to see how the changes turn out. 2009-11-12T03:33:33.095+01:00 2009-11-12T03:33:33.095+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266524 Jenn M. Although I think I am pretty much saying the same thing as everyone else, I'm leaving my thoughts too, just because. For me, I began my blog because I love books. Not for other people. The fact that anyone actually wants to read my blog is beyond me. I get the feeling you are kind of the same way. If it isn't fun, then it isn't worth doing for free! I love the idea of book chats. Almost like an online book club. I like your daily standard posts. I can click on a link if I want to read your review. But, like you said, you pretty much tell us what you are thinking before you post your review. Okay, so I think thats my opinion all summed up. 2009-11-12T03:33:25.195+01:00 2009-11-12T03:33:25.195+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266518 J. Kaye Chris - :) Vicki - I am not sure if I am shooting for easier, but I am aiming for fun. My kids think I have way too much of it. ;) alitareads - I agree and I think this positive will uplift. One thing I noticed. If you look under the blog's title, you'll see "Where Reading Takes Priority." I think I've failed at that and made book reviewing a priority. So I guess you could say I am putting the priority back where it was intended to be. I Heart Book Gossip - Where in the heck did you get that idea from? I'm not going any where...at least not in 2010. ;) 2009-11-12T03:32:44.378+01:00 2009-11-12T03:32:44.378+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266515 J. Kaye Lynne - I like to keep a list of books I read for the year...could be why I love the 100+ challenge so much. Page (One Book At A Time) - ROTFL! Well, I guess from their point of view I am closing up shop. I won't be promoting for anyone. I'll have all the control which is why I couldn't work with some of the people out there. With the new changes, I'll be less inclined to be politically correct, not that I ever was. But let's just say that I won't have any nagging feelings when I post my feelings. That kind of freedom is seriously awesome. kay - Infinite Shelf - and it has. Don't get me wrong. I've loved it and won't change a thing, but it's grown old. I look at some of these review places and it freaks me out that they are doing the same thing year after year after year. 2009-11-12T03:31:02.336+01:00 2009-11-12T03:31:02.336+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266513 Chris "And if it were my job, like with money, I guess it would be fine. It isn’t." Yes, almost 3 yrs later I still haven't found a way to make money at this blogging thing. I haven't been accepting a lot of review copies lately but I am enjoying my library more. There's a freedom in that. 2009-11-12T03:30:54.107+01:00 2009-11-12T03:30:54.107+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266510 <img src="http:img1.blogblog.comimgblank.gif" w I know I'll be watching your blog no matter what! :) It's important for you to enjoy what you're doing, and a hobby should never feel like a job! I'm glad to see you're changing directions before you just get tired of it. I think you'll be happier and you'll enjoy the books even more! 2009-11-12T03:30:45.878+01:00 2009-11-12T03:30:45.878+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266508 <img src="http:img1.blogblog.comimgblank.gif" w It may seem radical now, but I bet it will be an almost relief when you start actually doing it. I do have to say I got an email through your referral list today. It said you were closing your book blog and I immediately panicked. I stopped reading the email and came over here to see what was going on. I can't tell you was a relief it was to see you weren't closing your blog, just taking it in a new diretion :) 2009-11-12T03:30:37.649+01:00 2009-11-12T03:30:37.649+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266505 J. Kaye Vasilly - Not only that, but I feel empowered, like I am taking back control. Andrea - I use to do that a long time ago. ;) That's where I am heading, but the book reviewing here is a bit much, especially after the Monday & Thursday post. Pam - Then it will be good timing...lol! You will have less time to read and I won't be posting as much. ;) ccqdesigns - No kidding. It's gotten to be so freakin' generic. That said, I am so not stopping my weekly posts. ;) I love the Monday post as it gets my reads down for the week. Wednesday is Your Thoughts and very useful. Love to highlight my favorite book on Thursday and Friday is my way of giving back. Saturday is Nona's picks and Sunday is the top commenters post. If I add a post about the books I didn't finish and the reason, I think that's enough...maybe more than some folks want. :) Icedream - I'll be curious if I read more or less. I know that I'll be going through more books. miss cindy :) - I think the word would be monotonous instead of overwhelming. I've just grown bored, ya know? Neas Nuttiness - I tried cutting back and that didn't work. Amazon limits me to four books a month and I get to pick. I can deal with that. Zia - For some reason, I never could find that balance. It will take me stopping completely. Terra - I do! I want to enjoy the fun again...lol! HODGEPODGESPV - Yes! I like chatting more about what I read. J.T. Oldfield - yes, what I post here is what I post on Amazon. There is no difference. bermudaonion - Thank you! Shellie (Layers of Thought) - you sort of made the point I was trying to make in the comments above. I don't have the ability to find balance here, so stopping the review books is the only solution. Pam - Nope! I think there are a lot of us out there. ;) Alaine - Queen of Happy Endings - and for me, it's not spontaneous anymore. It was when I began, but now it's time to move on. Let the newer bloggers take over...lol. Kathleen - Me too! I have all but stopped and would like to get back to commenting on blogs. Lynne - I think it will be a nice alternative to the favorite book of the week. Teddyree - The chat stuff is gonna be fun! Sharon - Oh no, not really cutting back. It's more like stopping. ;) 2009-11-12T03:30:06.378+01:00 2009-11-12T03:30:06.378+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266504 Sharon Good luck with your Radical Changes. I hope you once again enjoy your blogging and books. I don't blame you for cutting back on your reviews for publishers. I considered joining your referral list but thought about how i read. I just choose whatever book appeals to me at that moment. HAVING to read a book would suck the joy out of reading it. Looking forward to book chat! I say GO FOR IT! Enjoy yourself. 2009-11-12T03:29:46.628+01:00 2009-11-12T03:29:46.628+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266501 <img src="http:img1.blogblog.comimgblank.gif" w PS I'll still be here! 2009-11-12T03:29:05.482+01:00 2009-11-12T03:29:05.482+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266500 <img src="http:img1.blogblog.comimgblank.gif" w Sometimes we need a new direction, more power to you for making that decision. When it's not spontaneous anymore then it's probably not as much fun either. 2009-11-12T03:28:58.076+01:00 2009-11-12T03:28:58.076+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266498 Shellie (Layers of Thought) When I first started book blogging I remember asking you when do you sleep. I also remember a post stating that you were going to cut back. That was 5 months ago. Since your Friday night post which is the last time I've read my google reader completely you have done a total of 23 posts. My goodness - I ask again when do you sleep? I know I will have your blog in my google reader and at the top of my list to read blogs as long as you post even 1 per month.....or less. Life's too short not to enjoy or to take care of yourself. :) 2009-11-12T03:28:27.628+01:00 2009-11-12T03:28:27.628+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266495 Terra I am signed up as a follower of this blog, and am sure I will continue, no matter what changes you make. Good for you for designing a plan that will be more harmonious for you. Like you, I adore reading, and wouldn't want it to become a chore. So I will keep on reading your blog and listening to what you have to say. Follow your bliss, dear. 2009-11-12T03:27:44.836+01:00 2009-11-12T03:27:44.836+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266493 Zia I think you should blog however you'd like too. I still plan on coming by. I like the folks here just as much as your posts. =) I do understand getting so many ARC's you have to put books you want on hold. I myself am learning to pick and choose what I want to review, trying to find a happy balance. 2009-11-12T03:27:36.607+01:00 2009-11-12T03:27:36.607+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266491 Neas Nuttiness You do what you need to do, and we will all support your changes 110%. I'm thinking of cutting back too, but I'm kinda playing a wait and see game. The new FTC ruling, has made me really stop and think..."do I really want more hassles in my life?" I want blogging to be fun, and not a chore, or something that causes me to worry all the time! 2009-11-12T03:27:28.378+01:00 2009-11-12T03:27:28.378+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266489 miss cindy :) That is a radical change! But I completely support what you plan to do with your blog. I think blogging chould be fun and enjoyable, and if its more like a job, you should definitely change it. I can see how so many posts a day can be overwhelming, and since you do have a few a week that express similar ideas, such as your thoughts on the same books, it would be a good idea to bring it down to one post. I've got to say, I'm pretty excited about the new changes that are going to take place, because I know I'll still enjoy visiting your blog on a daily basis, and I love the way it has changed and evolved in the short time that I have been a follower. 2009-11-12T03:27:20.149+01:00 2009-11-12T03:27:20.149+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266475 Pam I say - it`s your blog, do what you want to do. I mentioned a long time ago that if I had to read and do all the reviews you do that it would feel too much like school. I think this might be a positive change. As for the `didn`t do it for you` post - I kind of like that idea. I`d like to know why certain books didn`t work for you (I know of at least 2 that I won from you that you didn`t particularly enjoy). and the idea of having more of a discussion is definitely appealing. I`m looking forward to the changes. And since I`m going back to work in the new year, I won`t have as much time to catch up on all the blogs I`m following so fewer posts works for me too :) 2009-11-12T03:26:48.878+01:00 2009-11-12T03:26:48.878+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266471 J. Kaye L. Diane Wolfe - thanks! The referral list is what causes me to make this leap guilt-free. ;) Bella - Since I don't save books, I'll continue to pass those on to others. There just won't be any more promotional giveaways. That will end completely. Lezlie - I can see that with a lot of the newcomers. It's hard to branch out when you really don't have a direction. I've never been the best at following, but I do study others. You have me excited to see the new 2010 changes in others....and I will have the time next year. :) 2009-11-12T03:26:15.490+01:00 2009-11-12T03:26:15.490+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266467 J. Kaye dolleygurl - I don't have a pile of books waiting really, but I do have an extensive wish list...lol. Plus, I'd like the freedom to get a book I like and read it right then. Melanie - they send an invite through email. My guess is I got one because I was posting reviews there. 2009-11-12T03:26:07.026+01:00 2009-11-12T03:26:07.026+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266465 Lezlie J. Kaye ~ Nope. Not just you. When many of us started out, we kind of "followed the leader", and did what others did and tried to build a following. Speaking for myself, now that people have kind of gotten to know me and my tastes, I feel like I'm ready to just read and talk about whatever interests me and hopefully it will be interesting to others, too. I'm ready to sink or swim based on my own weird choices. LOL! Lezlie 2009-11-12T03:25:58.562+01:00 2009-11-12T03:25:58.562+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266462 Bella Oh I like these changes! I definitely like more book discussion and less giveaways. Mainly because my tbr is mammoth so I'm not as interested in the giveaways. I can't wait to see what the first readalong will be. That's my favorite part of the changes :) 2009-11-12T03:25:50.098+01:00 2009-11-12T03:25:50.098+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266459 L. Diane Wolfe I like all the stuff you post about besides reviews, so sounds good to me. When blogging becomes a CHORE and a DRAG, then it's not fun for anyone. You're already quite generous with your referral list, too. Do what makes you happy! Real life is not a popularity contest - it's doing what's right. 2009-11-12T03:25:41.634+01:00 2009-11-12T03:25:41.634+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266452 J. Kaye Lezlie - Are you serious? I thought it was just me. I haven't even had time to visit to see what's going on outside of my little world. Bums me out too. Jo-Jo - No! You shouldn't feel that way. I know there are readers who put me to shame when it comes to the amount they are reading, but I want 2010 to be more exploration of my own doing. Before I have relied on others to do it for me. 2009-11-12T03:24:58.607+01:00 2009-11-12T03:24:58.607+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266450 GFDesignz J Kaye I will still follow your blog as well. I to am one of those that have found myself refreshing often for new posts. Yours is one of the first book blogs I stumbled upon in this new adventure and one I have continued to enjoy. I agree with you though if your not enjoying something you need to figure out a new way so I totally understand. Hope 2010 brings about a happier reading experience for you hon. Huggers 2009-11-12T03:24:51.201+01:00 2009-11-12T03:24:51.201+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266449 Lezlie I think you're going to see changes next year on *a lot* of book blogs. A lot of us, me included, are cutting down on or eliminating ARCs, challenges, memes, etc. It will be fun to see people going more their own way! Lezlie 2009-11-12T03:24:30.628+01:00 2009-11-12T03:24:30.628+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266447 Booklover1335 I can understand you wanting to cut down the # of posts. 4 a day is a lot, not to mention all of the tweeting, amazon.... I will be sad not to see the reviews posted here. I am very discriminating in the books that I will accept for review. Basically only ones that I am really interested in, and that I would seek out even if it weren't for review. I enjoy the authors that I love too much to give them up for reviewing books just because I can. Hope 2010 we be a happy reading year for you! 2009-11-12T03:24:10.878+01:00 2009-11-12T03:24:10.878+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=139266438 <img src="http:img1.blogblog.comimgblank.gif" w No matter what you decide to do, I will still be a fan of your blog! I refresh my page all the time to see what you have posted, and you need to do what you feel is right for you. It is sad when you start out doing something fun and then you feel like it is a chore. I let my craft blog go because of that. When it comes to reading what you want, remember the famous line from American Wedding movie, FOCUS!FOCUS!FOCUS! Focus on what you enjoy! 2009-11-12T03:23:04.795+01:00 2009-11-12T03:23:04.795+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=138979998 Aarti Can we find each other on Facebook? I'll send you a DM on Twitter with my name in it. I would love to chat books with you in an off-blog manner :-) 2009-11-18T12:22:02.235+01:00 2009-11-18T12:22:02.235+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=138979997 Tif Cheers to you!!! I'm still working on catching up on all that I have missed, so I'm replying a little late to this one. Oh well!! Just the same, I will be sticking around! I'm always up for book chat and know that this is always a place to get some good chat in! I'm making some similar changes in the new year, no longer accepting books for review, but enjoying the books I want to read, when I want to read them. You said it . . . spontaneity!! That's exactly what I've been missing! 2009-11-16T22:10:06.318+01:00 2009-11-16T22:10:06.318+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=138979995 Luanne Sounds of hands clapping - I applaud you J. Kaye. 2009-11-13T17:46:14.484+01:00 2009-11-13T17:46:14.484+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=137876303 Kris good luck with all the changes! I personally decided it wasn't in my best interest to accept so many reviews and cut back a lot this year, with plans to do so even more next year. I can go months without accepting one, and I'm fine with that. I've been able to read more of what I really want to read and that makes me happy. 2009-11-12T03:34:16.858+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:16.858+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=137876302 Jenny Girl J, I could not agree with you more, and I don't receive anywhere near as many review books as you do. When you don't enjoy something anymore it's time to change. This is your hobby not your job. Bravo Chicka! Bravo! 2009-11-12T03:34:16.009+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:16.009+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=137876297 Tea Some of your goals mirror my goals, but I can no way compare myself to you. In the blogger world, you do so much for other bloggers. In whatever way you scale back you will be missed. 2009-11-12T03:34:11.764+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:11.764+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=137876296 Tea Some of your goals mirror my goals, but I can no way compare myself to you. In the blogger world, you do so much for other bloggers. In whatever way you scale back you will be missed. 2009-11-12T03:34:10.915+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:10.915+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=137876294 hcmurdoch You are making changes that are right for YOU. That's what matters. We'll be interested in reading whatever you post. I hope you enjoy the process of reading again! 2009-11-12T03:34:09.217+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:09.217+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=137876291 emeraldfire Hi J.Kaye, I agree with you you have to do what you enjoy. Reading is fun for us all and it should be that way with blogging as well. You are doing the right thing. 2009-11-12T03:34:06.670+01:00 2009-11-12T03:34:06.670+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=137876290 ccqdesigns I think all us women folk get into the mode of trying to keep up and do as much as the other women. It's in our DNA. We just can't stop and smell the roses! Who would do the dishes if we did? Well, let the dishes stay in the sink. This is why I don't blog. I love reading books, commenting, surfing, but I do not want to be tied down and feel responsible to HAVE to do something every day. And I am so glad that you, J. Kaye are stepping back and finding your balance to do just what makes you happy and gives you time in your life for the other things you want to do. It is all too easy for us to let something become an obsession. 2009-11-12T03:33:56.795+01:00 2009-11-12T03:33:56.795+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=137876286 MarthaE I'll still be visiting you J.Kaye for book chat! I can so appreciate that you need to make changes! I have been constantly amazed at how much you do! And as I mentioned on a comment last week I too am planning to cut back on the review books so that I can free up time to read just for me! Here's cheering for you to get done by December so you can make the changes as you want! =) 2009-11-12T03:33:17.295+01:00 2009-11-12T03:33:17.295+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=244998&conv=2602864&comment_id=137876285 Sheila (Bookjourney) I am saddened (because I feel like I just found your blog in recent months and love popping in constantly) and excited for you at the same time (a new adventure!) No matter what I will still be popping in. :) 2009-11-12T03:33:07.420+01:00 2009-11-12T03:33:07.420+01:00