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Patris's avatar

Forward’s the only way to go. Enjoy what you do, we’ll be fine.

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thanks, Patris. Plenty more pieces to come. I just need to get organized, so I'm not rushing to put something together and then sacrificing quality to fulfill some nonexistent quota.

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Patris's avatar

It’s what you should do. It’s necessary, and wise, taking the time to be mindful when you get the chance. It feels right, yes? That’s all you need.

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Cheap & Crass's avatar

^^^This!

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Pamela's avatar

Best of luck Corey - you know you have been loved since your first post!! Look forward to seeing you back as soon as you can! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 you get the other 6 when you come back!!! ❤️

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thank you, Pamela. Much appreciated.

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Elizabeth Beggins's avatar

:flounce: :pout: :stomp:

WHY DOES COREY GET TO BE THE SMARTEST ONE!? 😩

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Corey Smith's avatar

Not sure how you gathered ‘smart’ from that post. But I’ll take it.

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Elizabeth Beggins's avatar

Doing what's needed for sanity's sake seems pretty smart to me. I'm not sure I manage to do the same as often as I should/could.

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Sharon Beautiful Evening's avatar

I'm still a paid subscriber, Corey - and unless you tell me you're not a "Substack" author anymore--I'll continue to pay forward (you and 1 other author--a pastor from England--are the only Substack authors I'll pay to read. I hope that is encouraging to you - (smile).

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Corey Smith's avatar

Very encouraging. Thank you, Sharon. I appreciate the support.

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Sarah Howard Lapine's avatar

New seasons, huh? Enjoy the new and I'll look forward to what's next on your substack.

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thanks, Sarah. I won’t be too long. Just need to pull myself together for a bit.

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Pamela Leavey's avatar

Best wishes Corey!

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thank you, Pamela! I put a lot of thought into this move. I decided I either had to hit the pause button or write meaningless pieces without much thought or care. Nobody wants to read another post that starts something like "I didn't have time to write . . . so today's post is . . ."

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Mike Speriosu's avatar

Do whatever you need to do! I’m still a paid subscriber.

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thanks, Mike! Appreciate your support. I hope to have a little something to share soon. Needs more revision.

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Kevin Maher's avatar

Taking care of business, especially when you have children, is your priority man. Respect!👏💪

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thank you, Kevin.

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Alix's avatar

it takes time adjusting to work time requirements

happy on my end to support you by simply waiting

until you find the rhythm with new time requirements and responsibilities

i am currently unable to be paid subscriber but i will stay here even if i could be

you got this….. the rhythm will find you

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thank you, Alix. I appreciate the kind words.

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MaKenna Grace's avatar

That’s good to know. Your articles are beautiful

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thank you!

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MaKenna Grace's avatar

Best of luck! Really do hope to see you back but I understand how hectic everything can get.

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Corey Smith's avatar

Oh, I wouldn’t even consider myself gone. I paused billing until I can publish more regularly, at least a few times a month. I would feel bad if I only posted two pieces in two months and still took people’s money. Just trying to be fair. I'll have something out in the next couple of weeks, I hope.

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Michael Edward's avatar

Hope to see some new pieces from you again soon, Corey. Until then, enjoy the pause :)

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thanks, Michael. I won't be long.

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mitch's avatar

Good luck with all you do . Peace

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thank you!

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Daniel A Detwiler Ph.D.'s avatar

Hi Corey, I gathered from your posts that you had other things going. I am glad you do. Just come back! You are my favorite! Daniel

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thanks, Daniel. I won’t be long. Probably publish something in the next couple of weeks but will keep billing paused until I can publish more often. I am grateful for your support.

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David Donoghue's avatar

Best of luck with it all, Corey!

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Corey Smith's avatar

Thank you!

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Michelle Jamieson's avatar

I’m ADHD, this is totally normal for me! 🤣

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Corey Smith's avatar

Ha!

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