I really want my pieces to
have a punch line at the end. A “sock-it-to-‘em”
line that leaves you with your mouth ajar.
I’m not quite getting that element of surprise lately. The meanness, yes, a twist or two, but not
surprise. To make it worse, I am writing
about family members….dead, but loved by some.
So I don’t feel comfortable waving my opinions in family members faces.
Say, “Hey, here’s my take
on a really nasty man.” Nope.
I decided long ago not to put anything negative about friends and family in my blog. I don't think public forum is the place for those issues. If I want my family to know something, I can write it for their eyes only. That's how I handle things.
ReplyDeleteEach person has to do what she thinks is right for her. You also have to be mindful of defamation law suites however. It's a lot to consider, that's another reason to keep from sharing some things publically.
Yep... family can drive you crazy (if you let them!)
ReplyDeleteI always heard you should never write with your mother in mind. But in this case, nice to consider the relatives feelings.
ReplyDeleteThanks for being my inspiration. The gnarly lumps of rock mixed calm sea in the photo say a lot.
ReplyDeleteYes,you have to be careful.
ReplyDeleteYes,you have to be careful.
ReplyDeleteI try to be respectful of people I write about also on my blog.
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