This makes me sort of sad

[spikesgirl58]

This weekend, frau_flora opened up the Easter Egg Challenge in mfuwss and there are four requests for stories, not one has been claimed (despite asking for gen and/or slash)... I remember when there would be great excitement and tons of prompts almost instantly upon her annoucement in previous years. It's so sad to see our fandom moving into the inactive stage.

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[blondie_54]

I've joined in the last couple of years, but am finding writing difficult these days. The old brain cells are dying off, I think. I don't feel as sharp, mentally, and sometimes my head feels like its full of cotton wool, and I'm aware my last few offerings weren't up to scratch. It's a real bitch, getting old(er).

Perhaps posting about the challenge again might help. Sometimes, people need to be reminded.

[spikesgirl58]

LeetheT said the same thing. For her it was menopause that did in her creative cells. I'm sorry that you are struggling. That's never what I like to hear.

[blondie_54]

LeetheT was kind enough to beta my last story. She did say she had lost interest in writing - a great loss to the fandom. I hope she regains her passion for writing, she was so good.

[spikesgirl58]

She will be missed as a writer, just as you will be if you stop entirely. I hope the fog clears for you and her.

[sparky955]

Who the hail said your last few offerings weren’t up to scratch ????

I’ll take your allegedly “not up to scratch” stuff over a whole LOT of other people’s stuff ANYTIME !!!!!!!!

[blondie_54]

Aw, you're very kind, thank you. I am prone to self criticism, but your post has cheered me up. Again, thanks.