English can be such a dull language. It’s so practical in terms of pronunciation – mostly clean and repressed – and it often relies on phrases rather than one single word to communicate an idea or action. Not like German where you get to spit and gargle when you talk, and where several words are pasted together into one word to relay meaning.
Today, though, I’m meditating on one English word that is not only fun to say, but holds great meaning for what I’m about to do to ZenBagLady. The word “hiatus” is one of those English words that creates a stop in your jaw, makes you think for a split second about how it feels coming out. Hiatus. If you look at it long enough, it begins to look like a foreign word, from some Pacific island, meaning a flower, maybe. Or a bug.
But what it really means is to take a break. And that’s what I must do. I’ve committed to writing a book proposal and I’m afraid I’ve not given it the time and energy it needs to be the best book proposal I can write. As much as I hate to do it, ZenBagLady will go into hiatus, like a mediocre sitcom, beginning today. However, I reserve the right to publish a blog on occasion, so ZBL won’t be completely gone. It’s a break. An “interruption in space,” according the dictionary.
Thank you for reading the Lady. It’s been a lot of fun writing it these last two years. I’ll still be blogging once a week over on Refuse To Regain with my friend Barbara, and I promise to return ZBL after I get this proposal written.
‘Til next time….auf Wiedersehen, my friends.
Oh, man...every time I find a blog I really enjoy reading, it has to end. I have thoroughly enjoyed reading your Bering Blog and I'm going to miss it. I'll check in on your weigh and refuse to regain. I totally understand you have to do what you have to do. ....Even though it sucks. :) Best of luck with your book! I think you're a terrific writer, Lynn!
Posted by: Rhonda | August 22, 2008 at 10:15 AM
Best to you as you meditate and put your all into your endeavor. You will be missed but not forgotten!!!
Posted by: Loretta | August 22, 2008 at 09:10 PM
Sorry to hear it, I enjoy reading your writings. I guess I will read the past writings I never got to read.
Thanks for writing, we have enjoyed it.
Posted by: Gail | August 23, 2008 at 08:32 AM
I find the word hiatus to be a word of promise. It implies that the break is temporary, not forever. And in this case it definitely is for the greater good. I know you have a great book inside you - I'm glad you are taking the time to get the the proposal outside of you!
Posted by: Carol | August 23, 2008 at 11:52 AM
Thank you for understanding. I know me and I know I'll miss posting, so when I come up for air, I'll be in touch. Promise. I really appreciate you reading my blog and when the book is somewhat in a form I understand, I'll let you know. It's still lodged deep in my brain for the most part. L
Posted by: Lynn Bering | August 23, 2008 at 12:10 PM