(Pisa New Year's Day 2009)
Gulp.
Here we go.
In my head I’ve written this post a 100, no make that a 1000 times. Since last December when we officially found out we were leaving Italy and returning to the United States I have struggled with the blog question, as in, what to do with it? At the time I had six months ahead of me, but now I’m six months out. Early on I rationalized that my indecision was a wise strategy allowing me time to settle into a new life before either: a) carrying on and growing the blog or b) shuttering it.
Well, here I am in my new life and I like it very much. I loved Italy and still do, but I can no longer find the time (or motivation) to continue blogging about it. In any case, there are so many fine bloggers out there (some of the best of which are in southern Italy. Ok, I’m biased!) Our family has high hopes of returning to live in Italy within the next few years but for now I'm content to live our life in the US. (Yeah, and my brother told me to get over it and move on. Isn't family great for letting you know when you're in a rut?!)
To whatever readers are left after this rocky transition I want to thank you! Living in Italy was an amazing experience that in a large part was made better through this blog. “South of Rome” pushed me out of my comfort zone on many occasions. Knowing I had to present ‘good’ information forced me to ask questions and get answers! Not always an easy thing to do. The site also put me in contact with like minded bloggers living in the boot. I feel privileged to have been part of such a strong blogging community. I enjoyed reading about shared experience from language blunders to cultural missteps, in addition to learning new things about my temporary home. At the time, it was great fun.
So there you have it. I’ve cut the cord, answered the blog question, tied up my loose ends. Look at that! It’s only New Year’s Eve and I’ve already managed to fulfill my New Year’s Resolution.
Arrivederci il mio Blog, arrivederci!
10 comments:
Your brother just doesn't get it...anyhow, enjoy the US as long as you can but when you make it back to Italy, start another blog. I am in the US but dream of living in Italy so I love every detail of information I can get. Peace and take care.
HAH! Laura, you are SO right. My brother REALLY doesn't get it! I mean, what kind of person misses out on visiting his sister in Italy for FOUR years? Happy New Year!- Karen
Everything has its season; you have new adventures and a new atmosphere to explore. Enjoy it! I'll miss South of Rome, but will look forward to meeting up with you again soon for a cappuccino. Buon anno!
Ciao Karen! Way to go you for achieving your New Year's resolution so quickly. :-) I will certainly miss your posts, but I completely understand your motivation and desire to focus on your life now. I do hope your family will be back in Italy in the coming years, and I look forward to keeping in touch! Will there be a Georgetown blog in the future??
Oh I so wish I would have found your blog some time ago. I dream about renting a place and touring Italy for a few months.
Buon anno, Karen, and good luck!
Good decision. It is so hard to keep up with a blog, especially when the subject matter is an ocean away. We live in Italy part-time and I pretty much just blog when we are there. Too many distractions here in the U.S. In fact, today is practically the first time in two months that I have even looked at other blogs. In boca al lupo! Louise
Karen, I will miss South of Rome but I understand your decision. I hope you and your family will find a way to return to Italy in the future.
Sad to hear you will not be blogging anymore, but I can understand your reasons perfectly. And i am sure we will 'meet' again! xx Karen
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