I kind of love that sort of realization! Taking a break from something can definitely be the best thing for it. I've had a similar experience, where I really struggle with writing something and feel like I'm going to have to toss most of it... and looking back, I discover it wasn't actually the hot garbage I thought I was churning out, lmao.

That's fair! Definitely let the original thing simmer for a bit more.

And zero worries - life happens. I don't know where time has gone - how are we halfway through this year??