…like writing, I tapped out a sentence or two and noticed my laptop battery at 0% and not holding the charge. My screen faded to black.
My AC adapter doesn’t care to stay plugged into the power port. It keeps slipping out. Is it broken?
Clearly.
That, or it has a mind of its own.
Kody is my tech guru. When he comes home, I’ll have him take a look. Until then, I guess I’ll read a book.
Faith + Gratitude = Peace + Hope 
Uncooperative Technology is a real mood killer. Glad you found an acceptable alternative to writing.
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Phones are so smart these days! Not my preferred mode of blogging, but it will do in a pinch.
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I agree. Phones are better than nothing. I hate even a simple blog post on my phone, but I struggled with it enough this winter, that it is marginally less painful than it was earlier.
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I’m thankful I hadn’t written much on my other post. Hopefully the words will come together another time.
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Tech issues are no fun! Hope your laptop has a solution soon!
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Thank you, Vera. I hope so, too!
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Looks like you have some good options. 📚 Enjoy your tech break. 😁 Hope it is resolved soon for you.
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Hi Michele! Yes, wonderful options, plus my trusty phone.
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Hello! 🌸 Wishing you a relaxing evening and summer, sweet lady.
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Oh, dear! How did you get this far in your message? That’s one of my worries, the failure of my computer to work at the command of my typing fingertips. That, and a wall of robotic “tellers” at the bank.
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Usually I start blog posts in Word and then copy and paste into WordPress. Today, I scrapped my idea for another post and tapped this one into my phone. My laptop shouldn’t be on its last leg. Hopefully it’s an easy fix.
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I hope so, too.
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I consider this an accomplishment. You wrote. Give yourself a pat on the back from me.❤️
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I’m okay with a mini-post, and I appreciate your kudos. Thanks, Melissa!
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Your friends are here, Crystal, waiting eagerly. No matter whether that means us, here on WP, or your pals stacked and ready in the picture above.
In both cases, too, there are many more just beyond the foreground.
Your reluctance to do this whole blogging thing by palm is far from unique. Both the WP and IG apps are installed on my phone, and I have explored both occasionally, but I much prefer my desktop, amidst the library and next to an open window letting in June’s glorious sunshine, birdsong and playful shouts.
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Friends, friends everywhere! I spent some time with Ray Bradbury, Alice Munro, and Job (as in the book of) today. Plus, poets Emma Lazarus (The New Colossus) and Lydia Davis (Head, Heart). It was lovely.
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Hopefully it will be an easy fix. I usually type my posts on word and then copy paste it on WordPress, so I always use my laptop. My phone, is used for replying to comments etc. You did good with a smaller post from your phone 😊👍🏽.
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Hi Manu and thank you! You know my exact way of WordPressing. Looks like I might have to use my phone for more for awhile.
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Check this book out. Jerry
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I love it! I sent this to my six-year-old niece who loves cats and strawberries, and that was her response: I love it! Thanks for sharing the good stuff, Jerry! Isn’t technology amazing?
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Here is another favorite. Enjoy! Jerry
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So sweet! Have a great day, Jerry, full of blooms!
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Please check out this movie about a bus driver who writes poetry. All the best. Jerry
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I saw this one—a nice homage to one of my favorite poets William Carlos Williams. I may need to watch it again.
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My first graders loved this book (and so did I)!
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Lucky first graders!
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Good for you! Despite tech issues, you found a way to get in a post. I’m glad to see you back here 🙂
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Hi Rhonda! Always great to see you, too. My other post still wants to write itself. Dare I try longhand?
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I think it’s good to alternate between typing and writing longhand. It shakes things up a bit. Though publishing a post in longhand would not exactly work 😉
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But—I could snap some photos.
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Yes!! I’ve been taking more pics with my phone than ever these days. It’s amazing how good they are using cell phones isn’t it?
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And to think we used to carry cameras. And video cameras.
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I feel like it’s more amazing when technology works. So many ways in which it can go sideways. Of course your books will keep you company in the meantime. 🤓
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Tru dat, Ally. Believe it or not, I have a new reading strategy, inspired by you, through E. A. Wickham and Ray Bradbury. That’s what I sat down to write about yesterday before my screen went dark. Post pending.
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Thank you for sharing!! hopefully Kody will get you up and running….perhaps it is life trying to tell you something… 🙂 🙂
Dust if you must, but wouldn’t it be better
to paint a picture, or write a letter,
bake a cake, or plant a seed.
Ponder the difference between want and need.
Dust if you must, but there is not much time,
with rivers to swim and mountains to climb!
Music to hear, and books to read,
friends to cherish and life to lead.
Dust if you must, but the world’s out there
with the sun in your eyes, the wind in your hair,
a flutter of snow, a shower of rain,
this day will not come round again.
Dust if you must, but bear in mind,
old age will come and it’s not kind.
And when you go, and go you must,
you, yourself, will make more dust!
(Rose Milligan)
Hope life is all that you wish for it to be and until we meet again..
May your day be touched
by a bit of Irish luck,
Brightened by a song
in your heart,
And warmed by the smiles
of people you love.
(Irish Saying)
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Life is funny in its messages. Definitely pondering the difference between want and need. ❤️
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I prefer to write straight onto the laptop but on occasion I use a notebook and a pen! Hope the problem was sorted out and the muse remains with you, Crystal.
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Problem not quite resolved. Funny—I was just thinking about old-fashioned writing. I might just give it a try.
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Sometimes it helps me plan out the post better. Good luck!
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I feel your frustration, but I think this was one of those times when you had a plan and God had a better one. Don’t you love it that books are friends that are always there for you!
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I appreciate your perspective, Linda. It does seem like God keeps on saying, “Slow down.”
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Sometimes technology isn’t what it is cracked up to be! Every now and then, I like to just hand write in a notebook! I guess you could call it journaling🤣🤣. Regardless, there is something about writing something out by hand into a notebook they just can’t get with a computer. As for reading, I have rediscovered my love reading in the last year and it’s taking up a lot of time!!!!
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Journaling. Now there’s a nostalgic concept. I have it on my list of things to do. 😂 Maybe tomorrow.
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Reading a book is the best option
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I love it!
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Reading is always a good option.
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I’ve been doing that more than usual. It IS a good option!
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It was meant to be. Relaxing with a book.
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I think it was just another message from God saying, “Slow down!”
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Amen!!! So glad you listened. I’m so happy to see you posting 😍
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Ah. It’s always annoying to have tech issues! Hope it resolves soon!
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Me, too. Hubs has been out of town, and I’m losing patience. I might need to take matters into my own hands.
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Good for you Crystal, reading in on par with writing in my opinion! Although writing captures me for longer periods and won’t let me go! Hope you got it all fixed. Hugs, C
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I’ve had focusing issues in recent months, so to fall in love with books again…❤️…just good for my soul. As for my laptop, Kody fixed it with a little time and an $8 part ordered through Amazon.
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Technology is not easy. Supposedly it’s made to be more accessible. It’s only frustrating at times, instead. I love your books. If you get a moment, send me some of your focusing strength . I have four novels sitting on my bookshelf, waiting for me to read.
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When I was teaching this past spring, I researched benefits of reading in order to persuade my students to do it. Research says six minutes of reading reduces stress by lowering your heart rate. Focus on each word as if you are meditating, and hear your voice inside your head. That’s what I said to the kids, and at the end of six minutes, they wanted to keep reading. I hope that helps you.
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I did not know that. I will try that ..l let you know how it works for me .Thank you❤️
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I hear your frustration Crystal. I can remember years ago when my laptop crashed for a final time. It wouldn’t stay powered up. It always pays dividends to have a backup plan.
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Hello Richard! My husband got me up and running again. The pause seems like a message from God to stay unplugged a bit more. I hope you are well!
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Wonderful! We all can benefit from our “unplugged” moments. Summer is flying by. My wife and I will be traveling to Montana in a few days to see family.
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Enjoy Montana, the Big Sky, and your family!
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