You found what “felt” right for you during the life upheaval and you’re BACK with a different kind of fire in you! :)

Bummer to read about the “drama” in your transition to Seattle Shannon. :/

Was super glad to meet you in real life…look forward to seeing you again Shannon!

@TimothyCarter

You are human, but sometimes it’s easy to forget that when you’re managing an online presence. You feel you have to maintain a certain level of activity, a certain attitude, a certain positivity that you might be lacking due to reasons A-J. When life heaves in unexpected ways, it’s easier to keep your mouth shut, right? If I don’t have anything nice to say, I shouldn’t say it at all.

But remember, the people who have chosen to support you online are probably the type of people who understand that life can get in the way of constant communication. They’re probably the type of friends/acquaintances who you can go 6 months without talking to and just pick up right where you left off the next time around.

I think this post was enough. You don’t have to justify your absence. Just hop back in the pool and the ones who matter will welcome you with open arms.

I’ll probably be going through something very similar very soon so, in some way, it was refreshing to read this. Thanks. :)

I think you’ve touched on something interesting here. I think you’re right that others just starting have a whole lot to figure out, but when you’re behind the scenes helping a rather new brand figure out how to establish its social media presence, it’s really not that much different and you get to see people and networks function from an entirely different perspective.

And, honestly, from what you describe, things aren’t all that much different from when I first started. People were struggling then (perhaps more) and even fewer understood the benefits.

If I were new to the space (in the grand scheme of things I am still very new), I would reach out and add my voice to the mix and ask questions just like you did here – so thanks for that. :-)

Wow, it’s a surprise blessing to know I’m in such good company – you are definitely not alone. I can’t even imagine what you must be going through — a house you’ve occupied for 20 years must be extremely difficult to leave behind. Thank you for sharing your experience and best of luck re-discovering your voice. :-)

I’ve been blogging for 6 years without a break. Two weeks ago, I relocated with my family from Boston to California. This meant moving out of a house I’ve occupied for 20 years – moving from working in a home office to a place with other people and lots of changing.

I set up a guest blogging program during my absence. It was very successful all around – now I’m trying to get my blogging routine back and finding it difficult. It is good to know that I’m not alone.

Your transition is definitely a big one. I don’t think anyone can fault you for missing a few posts!

Feel free to reach out if you need anything! I refer your (awesome) content to my network regularly, offline and on.

If you were some sort of “that guy” social media expert or guru, you would have set up an automated twitter account or hired an intern to make sure your very official brand wasn’t damaged when life happened.

Instead, you’ve just proven you’re an authentic player in the social media realm. A real person, just like the rest of us knew all along.

Welcome back. Michigan misses you.