i also can not write less than 500 words, but i have never tried, it takes all the fun out for me.. i am a talker, and sometimes i go on too much.. but eh oh well.

Completely understand the need for a break, I did this as i said in the other comment i took almost 3 months or more of barely writing! it was so nice, i focused on doing other things i enjoy!

Have an amazing travel!