Guess what my faithful, Friday followers? I’m here to cue up another CSA post because that’s the thing about being in a weekly farm share; the produce, it keeps on coming, and coming and coming (snicker). It’s very much like the Terminator, only more persistent if you can believe it and you should believe it since I’m the one who told you, and I’m all about the truth (and apparently the run-on sentence).
Speaking of truths, I’ve been having a rough time writing about my CSA these past few weeks, and I’m not sure why. In part, I’m still horribly behind in sharing my local goodies, so the initial excitement has already been replaced by my newest CSA crush (um, more sloppy juicy peaches please (snort)).
If I’m being completely honest, I’m not feeling very competitive with my veggies either. I’m just as shocked as you, maybe more so. What’s that about? It’s like I don’t even know who I am anymore? Although…. it could be…because I’m owning that shit so far. Oh wait, there’s a glimpse of me.
Sometimes, I think my creative well might have temporarily dried up. At least, I’m hoping it’s only temporary because otherwise that would suck. Don’t get me wrong, I’m having a blast in the kitchen and my eight-week old, first ever Craigslist purchase: “hello deep freezer,” (she says huskily) is slowly and steadily get stocked with produce. Simply put, my freezer is stacked.
I have been a crafty, crazy, cooking machine, and my lists of Things to Make grows longer each and every single day. It’s not a bad thing either because I look forward to weekends where I spent countless hours in the kitchen playing, tasting, testing, prepping, dancing, drinking and singing. By the way I’m a great dancer (you should see my Tina Turner), and sometimes I use my veggies as a microphone (♫ “..Where it’s at. I got two turntables and a microphone.” ♫). Not that again.
Seriously, how could I look at these pictures and be anything but inspired. And while my self-taught photography skills have improved (PicMonkey helps), the real star of the show is the veggies because pretty produce makes pretty pictures. It should be easy to talk about this stuff. So, why can’t I?
My CSA writing has been less than inspiring; from the Writer’s Block Edition to the Week In Review recap. Verbally I’m stuck, which is pretty funny when you think about the length of my posts (let me tell you; the girth’s not bad either).
I’m still sitting down to write almost every day, but it’s forced and it bothers me. On a great day though, my hands can’t keep up with my brain as thoughts tumble out of my head. Those days, proofreading is my best friend because I’ve missed whole words and typed up half sentences.
I’m guessing this bothersome mental barrier is all tied to the confession I wouldn’t reveal last week. The funny thing is it’s nothing which will impact any of you or even this site. It’s not like I’m going to stop blogging; I’m certainly not the type of girl to let a little thing like writer’s block stop me from writing. Pfft; that’d be ridiculous.
The real reason I haven’t confessed is I’m not ready to accept it, much less admit it to myself; even though Denial is threatening to evict me. Fickle friend, that Denial. One day I shall face reality and hopefully soon, so I can write again…about my CSA produce, that is.
Want to write my next CSA post? I’ll send you the pictures. Pretty please with an organic and locally sourced cherry on top 🙂
Eating 4 Balance says
August 16, 2013 at 10:19 AMWell, whenever you are ready to confess, we will be all ears! 🙂 If you choose to not though, that’s okay too. I’ll just keep on mentally guessing! Haha.
Just glad that it will not affect your blogging Meghan. I love your posts. Raw and honest.
I think sometimes pictures just speak for themselves and yours definitely did today. You’re getting some great CSA produce this year!
Meghan says
August 19, 2013 at 5:42 PMAw thanks Madison for the sweet words. You always know the right thing to say.
The CSA produce has been amazing this year, and it doesn’t hurt I’ve gotten better at photographing it either. I’m really having a good time with it this year, despite the fact I can’t write about it.
Jess @ JessieBear What Will You Wear says
August 16, 2013 at 11:38 AMI agree 100% with Madison’s comment ^ !!
Meghan says
August 19, 2013 at 5:46 PMThanks. She said it well.
kirsten@FarmFreshFeasts says
August 16, 2013 at 2:10 PMI’ll be a sheep and follow the herd and agree with the others that your pictures are amazing and speak for themselves.
And I’d write your post if you gave me a deadline (and a bowl of those blueberries and brown sugar things)–I’m really sucking with this whole writing thing until the pressure gets on, and then I’m finding inspiration from all over the place.
girth of your post. snort.
Meghan says
August 19, 2013 at 5:47 PMI normally work better under pressure too, although lately I’m just tired or unmotivated or something. Who knows what.
Girth of my post….I’m glad you caught that.
Sarah Pie says
August 16, 2013 at 5:27 PMWell if you’re offering cherries… seriously though I don’t think anyone could write your posts like you do, and that’s a large part of what makes it so exciting to check back here day after day to see what you’ve been getting up to 🙂
I’m with you that picmonkey is a godsend, but I agree with the lovely ladies above in that I think you would have to work really hard to make such beautiful produce NOT look good!!
As for what’s keeping you down (and I think I have a pretty good guess) I told you the first few weeks are the worst, hopefully you’re hanging in there and making the most of it!
Meghan says
August 19, 2013 at 5:48 PMThanks Sarah. You are right about the reason, although I’m not necessarily down about it. More unaccepting really, even though it’s actually happening. Me and Denial go well together.
Luv What You Do says
August 17, 2013 at 1:16 PMYou seem more than enough creative for me! I love seeing what you do with your CSA. You inspire me!
Meghan says
August 19, 2013 at 5:48 PMAw thanks. I can’t wait for you to do a CSA. Maybe next year….
Abby says
August 18, 2013 at 8:01 PMWhen I get creatively blocked–and right now, that’s right where I am–I’m kind of a bear. It’s not that I get stressed that I won’t have a post up (although that’s part of it) but that I hate not feeling like I have an outlet. What stinks is you can’t force it, and if you try everybody can tell. Plus, what fun is that? Just go with the flow–and if you get stuck, just hold tight. This too shall pass.
Your pictures are beautiful, so you’ll always have that up on me! 😉
Meghan says
August 19, 2013 at 5:50 PMAh but you have such a way with words and wit. Honestly, you’re probably one of the funniest bloggers I read (eek, that sounds awkward). Maybe we should put your words with my pictures and call it a day.
Brittany says
August 18, 2013 at 11:32 PMYour pictures are amazing, Pic Monkey just helps add some brightness, but even your set up and placements of the foods are great! ALL YOU NEED ARE PICTURES! And maybe some funny captions. No need to stress about what to write!! You suck me in with your charm!
Meghan says
August 19, 2013 at 5:50 PMThanks Brittany. I’ll get working on those funny captions.
Khushboo says
August 19, 2013 at 1:07 AMYour pictures and honesty is why I come back for more so please do continue to confess :)! I totally know what you mean about feeling forced with blogging sometimes. I rather blog about nothing than a forced, inauthentic post! Every time that happens, I realise it’s time to step away for a bit..even just a day of taking off the “pressure” works wonders, and I almost always come back recharged.
Meghan says
August 19, 2013 at 5:51 PMI’ve been comtemplating a step away for a minute, and by minute, I mean week or so, except then I’ll really be super far behind in my CSA posts. It’s a conundrum.
Liz says
August 19, 2013 at 10:13 AMYou are teasing us with your confession!
The pictures are beyond perfect. I am so impressed by you. And what little rolls or nibbles are those by the soup? What is that?!?
Meghan says
August 19, 2013 at 5:52 PMThose are some Green Onion Cheddar Biscuits. I made them awhile back and just now pulled the dough out of the freezer. They are so good.
I’m such a tease.
Heather @ Kiss My Broccoli says
September 16, 2013 at 12:15 AMHere’s my three dollars and a quarter…because obviously, I’m worth more than two measly pennies 😉 : It sounds like you need a break and perhaps maybe you should allow your OCD self a little break and just skip however many weeks you need to get caught up to present time. We want you happy and singing veggie praises…no need to stress about being behind! The CSA posts are only fun to read when their filled with your excitement, your fervor, and of course, your famous innuendos! 😉
Oh, and just so you know, you may want to take cover…you’re about to get BROCCOLI BOMBED!!! 😯
Meghan says
September 16, 2013 at 4:22 PMI’ll take your $3.25 although I think that price is still too low for your sage words of wisdom. A break is probably what I actually needed and still might need.