Journal...9/10/2026
My day began at 3 am today. I can't fall back asleep and am writing in the dead of the morning. Yesterday, I tried posting to Redditt all my short stories and I got one mean comment. That was about it and I am slowly getting discouraged. I will continue to write, regardless, as that is all I want to do. But, my low-self esteem has taken a hit. I mean, the person was pretty vicious. Not exactly sure why people take the effort to say something mean but it's easy to do behind a screen. My writing is still precious to me but I have no one to read them. I have no idea how to promote a blog and a story so I am trying every avenue I can. I don't know the internet very much but this blog is pretty cathartic and I have no idea if there's anyone out there reading in. It is difficult for me to maintain a sense of joy and it takes a great deal of energy. I also am a Manic/Depressive that doesn't help either. I wish I had someone to read my stories and give me some feedback. I am blindly weaving through different types of stories with no assistance. Even still, I hope my writing might touch someone. I guess I've been feeling angry lately...and very depressed at the same time. Today is a work day and I should conserve my energy for my job. Luckily, I start work at 7 am so I'll be okay.