Vale of Tears: The Resurection

Nearly four years ago I abandoned This Vale of Tears thinking it was the work of a period when I did not take writing seriously, which was true.

I have since published a novel and other stories and articles here and there. And with the benefit of four years of publishing and publicizing experience, I have come around to realize that it is also possible to take one's self too seriously. And I also realized that I like the name of this blog, and I cannot think of a better local to resume my blogging efforts.

So I am bringing this blog back to life and planning to start writing content that is more mature and above all is honest, revealing my true heart about things.

One fear that has proved to be a roadblock to my honest writing is that if I am honest about myself, my faith, or my cynicism, I will drive away readers and publishers and agents, and my chance to break into the world of writing will be obstructed by my lack of professionalism.

I now realize that that whole pursuit is 1) probably not going to result in getting some kind of platform or following and 2) not providing me any of the satisfaction that writing is supposed to bring.

So I think I have talked myself into bringing this blog back to life. 

Just know that every post prior to this one is at least four years old, and I have grown a lot in the intervening years. To readers who subscribe and start reading older posts, please forgive my tone and/or lack of skill as a writer.

For new subscribers, welcome to This Vale of Tears.