20th September
2008
We are going thru a very difficult period – small things that are making life tough. The last week or so, I haven’t felt free to share this info and yet it’s mighty on our journey. Maybe what I’ll do is write the posts and that will be the start point of a new blog.
I’m wondering if anyone can give me advice and protocol as am considering going private or changing the name of the blog. If I do that, will post a notice so you can email me if you want the new name. This is just being tossed about in my head for now.
One blogger I follow went private. It’s really too bad. She puts out good info as she deals with her situation – not Alzheimer’s but a journey nevertheless, a very touching one.
Now for a name – - – easier to let it be, right?
Jean, I understand your need for privacy, but I don’t know anything about how to do it.
If you do change, please give me the new name and/or password.
Oh, I understand the need for privacy especially if someone is doing something that endangers you two. If you do change, may I please be included even though I am relatively new to your blog. I would really miss not being able to check on you two. You are such an inspiration to me. You are an encouragement to me and to others that read your posts. I pray you have a good day today and all goes smoothly. Blessings on you both.
I would like to be a follower of your new blog…if you go that route. I’m sorry someone or maybe several are making you feel uncomfortable. You are an inspiration and encouragement to me. Will you still have the same e-mail address?
Have I missed something? I cannot imagine any blogger who reads you doing anything to cause you more pain. It seems like many bloggers are considering going private so you must do whatever is best. I am glad to have you email address and if I can’t find you when we return from our trip, I will be in touch. God bless you both!
What you could do, using Blogger, would be to take your blog private–that only people you invite are eligible to read. You could announce that before you go private, and give people an email address–I suggest setting up one just for that purpose–and have them write to you to ask to be included. That way you add their names and emails, then when they sign on, with their own email address and password, if they are on your list, they can read your blog. If not, they can’t. That would afford you a level of privacy.
I agree with your other readers that the information you provide is a TREMENDOUS help. However, I feel your comfort and safety come first.
Do what works for you, my dear!
This is worth considering. It is certainly too bad that you (or anyone else) ever feels it necessary, but you are putting out information that anybody can read. I have, from time to time, been startled/impressed/amused/horrified when bloggers post the search terms that brought readers to a particular post on their blog. Also, beside any issue compromising your privacy now, just remember that stuff posted at present stays “out there” indefinitely, so that could conceivably be another concern in the future.
If you do go this route, I would like to be able to continue to read your posts.
Interesting you should bring that up. I have wanted to start an anonymous personal blog to share some things that are amusing or painful and I think would be helpful to others but do not want the info linked to me. When I wanted to make menopause moments anonymous, it seemed irretrievably linked to my other blogs…and therefore to me. I’ve thought about doing it through another blogger platform like typepad.
Jeanmac,
Again I would recommend you password protect, kgmom had some very good advice there on the process, especially using a new email address just for this purpose. Simply changing your blog name (even if you didn’t use blogger) will have very little effect in the long run, if privacy is an issue now it will be again at some point. The best policy still is… if you are not comfortable with EVERYONE knowing the details DON’T post them on the internet.
I am like granny annie, I missed the things happening that has caused you to be so anxious.. I am sorry this has happened.
Please may I be included in your private blog…
Hi JeanMac,
Yes, I can understand things that are hurtful or embarassing need to be discussed among trusted friends (bloggers).
I agree with everyone who has voiced their support for this blog. You are such an inspiration and courageous person; to carry on day after day with Hubby as you do. It’s terrible, to watch his deterioration. You handle each situation with tremendous love and sometimes a bit of humour.
If you do go private – please include me among your friends.
God Bless and lots of hugs.
Gosh I don’t know but I hate that it is a problem. I surely want to know where you are headed, and be a part of your journey, so keep us updated on what you decide. Love, Annette
Hi Jean – I’ve been following your blog(never left a message before) – I would be sad to miss your blog. It interests me because my grandfather had Alzheimer’s, and my grandmother took care of him for many years before needing to have him cared for in a home. She was an amazing woman (she passed away this past summer, and I miss her so much) and I can see her journey in yours. God bless you in your difficult but loving task – may He show you what is best for your situation and continue to give you the strength for it. Your example of “in health and sickness” is inspiring! Carolyn
Jean, I read another blog where the writer had to change blog names because there were too many members of her soon-to-be-ex’s family reading her blog. She asked us all to email her telling her how we came to her original blog, and then she emailed us back with the new blog link. She changed her name and her kids’ names on the new blog, too.
Whatever you decide, I hope I can come along!
:) I learn so much from you.
Love, Laura
…Please don’t go anywhere without me!!!!
I will be home tomorrow to do a lot of catching up on all of my favorite blogs.
Take care,
Grammie
Please keep us updated on what direction you decide to take your blog. Your journey – even tho it is up a ver high mountain – is such an inspiration to your blogging friends. love, Kathy
Jean, I too understand and would love to continue to follow you! You know whats best for the both of you and I will certainly continue to pray for you and for wisdom in this situation!
It is a hard decision on just how much you want to share. It may be something you need to give a lot of thought too before you do it. I think it would no doubt help others who are struggling as you are but you need to be sure you are ready to share anything intimate. I think you will know when the time is right.
I understand your concerns about your privacy and whatever you decide to do please know that I would be honoured if you were to include me on either a new blog or a password protected blog.
I have a few private blog friends and I can see the need at times for these type of blogs.
Let me know what you decided to do.
Bear((( )))