tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post6452936043955660490..comments2024-03-15T05:31:13.553-05:00Comments on Our Suburban Cottage: A Little Mental CleaningAnNicole@Our Suburban Cottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00057736406546176507noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-32879361912837630142010-11-17T11:52:48.342-06:002010-11-17T11:52:48.342-06:00i can totally relate to this and i love what you s...i can totally relate to this and i love what you shared with us. a good thing to keep in mind! susanAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10485031464509205031noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-1030000011380754052010-10-26T22:04:41.293-05:002010-10-26T22:04:41.293-05:00your post spoke to me - it couldn't be said an...your post spoke to me - it couldn't be said any better! thanks for sharing for those of us who feel exactly the same way!Meghanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06418600859312571509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-38533612547644497872010-08-30T01:09:12.346-05:002010-08-30T01:09:12.346-05:00Wow, I shared that quote one day on my blog too. ...Wow, I shared that quote one day on my blog too. I just love it!!! (doesn't hurt that I dance for years and studied Martha Graham.) Anyhoo, I understand about that competitive nature taking over. Sometimes I have to remind myself that I started my blog as a creative outlet, and it's not a competition. Glad to know I'm not the only one. :-)Wendy https://www.blogger.com/profile/15230275665633920902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-31901372806542799232010-08-26T15:36:43.927-05:002010-08-26T15:36:43.927-05:00Been feeling this same way lately! Blogging has t...Been feeling this same way lately! Blogging has taken a back seat to all the other things that need my attention and I'm liking it this way!<br /><br />Thanks for sharing.Victoriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18355490512757848795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-24551531773442248162010-08-25T15:35:03.683-05:002010-08-25T15:35:03.683-05:00Amen! Thank you for your honesty and encouragemen...Amen! Thank you for your honesty and encouragement! KellyMiss Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08219700435273352618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-70093715109586130452010-08-23T19:11:54.824-05:002010-08-23T19:11:54.824-05:00I'm glad ur back! I think u have the perfect ...I'm glad ur back! I think u have the perfect edge, luv your simplicity. I'm miffed that blogging can get so "cut-throat" but I am so happy that u found ur mojo and I look forward to reading more whenever u feel like writing. P.S. I luuuuuv Summer too, I'm a summer baby, I always think thats why?Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12891286252371715191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-41240396050536532062010-08-20T04:16:24.366-05:002010-08-20T04:16:24.366-05:00Thank you - yes there are others out there who fee...Thank you - yes there are others out there who feel the same! You are worth so much just for being who you are. Thanks for speaking out.Sharynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17530665427701811368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-58950668068479133972010-08-19T12:37:16.870-05:002010-08-19T12:37:16.870-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.amylouwhosewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06739231618762913689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-39094072598842926032010-08-16T22:37:59.971-05:002010-08-16T22:37:59.971-05:00Thank you for that!! It really hit home for me to...Thank you for that!! It really hit home for me today. Looking forward to hearing more from you:)Krista@RustikChichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13889152970535952008noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-6338643577806099672010-08-16T22:36:24.782-05:002010-08-16T22:36:24.782-05:00Thank you for that!! It really hit home for me to...Thank you for that!! It really hit home for me today. Looking forward to hearing more from you:)Krista@RustikChichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13889152970535952008noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-7825498696854120832010-08-13T22:50:07.998-05:002010-08-13T22:50:07.998-05:00Wow...what perfect timing. I needed to hear this ...Wow...what perfect timing. I needed to hear this today! I'm brand new in the blog world, and have been doubting myself and comparing to some very established, polished and popular blogs. Thank you for that...I feel better about what I've been doing.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11979694252572591322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-39293606071372045072010-08-11T13:38:25.129-05:002010-08-11T13:38:25.129-05:00You are so right!You are so right!decor4poor@blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718362415475187447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-38683240558344743602010-08-05T16:56:19.115-05:002010-08-05T16:56:19.115-05:00Wouldn't it be boring to be perfect? Who needs...Wouldn't it be boring to be perfect? Who needs it!!!jayayceebloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05894164273378530006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-65959022654736400932010-08-03T01:40:35.582-05:002010-08-03T01:40:35.582-05:00What a refreshing read! It's hard to define wh...What a refreshing read! It's hard to define what we're doing while being so busy doing it. <br /><br />Good for you on coming to a wonderful and truthful conclusion!<br /><br />DonnaFunky Junk Interiorshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14349795167023622107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-26998445674928307042010-08-02T21:37:45.106-05:002010-08-02T21:37:45.106-05:00There are oodles and schmoodles of blogs out there...There are oodles and schmoodles of blogs out there; decorating and all things home being my favorites. But...I have you on my favorite blog roll because of your sweet spirit, and oh yes..because of your talent.<br />You keep it real, and there is nothing more appealing.<br />Keep up the good work...I'm a big fan!Pathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03458110831930610293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-13829832098190447832010-08-02T19:15:19.832-05:002010-08-02T19:15:19.832-05:00Hi AnNicole-
As others have stated in the comment...Hi AnNicole-<br /><br />As others have stated in the comments before mine - we have all gone through the feelings you wrote about. A break gives you fresh eyes and a new outlook. I love your blog, it is one of the first ones I found when I started looking at blogs. Just do what you love and find passion in so it doesn't feel like work. Just know you are not alone and if you ever need some engouragement, e-mail me. Okay<br /><br />"We discover the nature of our particualar genius when we stop trying to conform to our own or other peoples models, learn to be ourselves, and allow our natural channel to open" - Shakti Gawain<br /><br />Easier said than done, but I think we all need to just be ourselves, try to find our passion and unique voice, then go confidently in the directions of our dreams. Life is too short to live any other way. <br />My best- DianeInMyOwnStylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06428825827586423862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-70654581158811570622010-08-02T18:30:39.757-05:002010-08-02T18:30:39.757-05:00Geesh! I know this is not why you posted what you ...Geesh! I know this is not why you posted what you did but I have to agree w the other sistahs..your blog is awesome! And even when you don't have a new post, I could spent all afternoon perusing your archives. Anyhoo, I agree 120% with the MG piece and your assessment. Kepp it real, girl. Hugs- AnnAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01051141273164126419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-36694137801901445322010-08-02T17:37:33.359-05:002010-08-02T17:37:33.359-05:00The blogging world is something isn't. I don&...The blogging world is something isn't. I don't think anyone knows what it was all about until they get fully immersed in it.<br />It can be pressure and its not suppose to be. I went thru that mental adjustment too around the end of last year. I wish my header looked better. I wish my blog was more organized, I wish my post would write themselves(ha), and have something clever to say everyday. But I had to just step back and realized I offer what I offer and I've met some wonderful people from around the globe along the way. My blogger world is small compared to so many, but that is ok. I'm not out to win a followers contest.<br />Thank you for your transparency. That's what its all about.<br />♥ JoyJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11198238631600746173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-21229854633006844712010-08-02T16:21:25.314-05:002010-08-02T16:21:25.314-05:00oh i love your blog. i find it delightful and uniq...oh i love your blog. i find it delightful and unique. i know you didn't post so we'd all tell you how great you are, but...you are! i've missed your posts, and i'm glad you're back!deidre martin bookerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04369462722278700355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-84667991628326091852010-08-02T14:51:28.692-05:002010-08-02T14:51:28.692-05:00Thank you AnNicole. This post is just what I need...Thank you AnNicole. This post is just what I needed. I started a blog last year thinking it would be a nice addition to my decorating biz and I think my last post was in Feb. I am always over thinking it, I'm not a good writer, so I don't. But, I think I'm going to just do it. Thanks you... and all the girls posted such great things. <br />~Jen<br />The Poppy HomeThe Poppy Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06002497301512128233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-71798152530969573882010-08-02T14:35:08.577-05:002010-08-02T14:35:08.577-05:00Im in the same boat girl!! I havent blogged in mo...Im in the same boat girl!! I havent blogged in months. I have decided to step back and enjoy my family and not get so caught up in trying to keep up. Thanks for keeping it real!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17984411828925652326noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-38439959238050380442010-08-02T13:53:08.974-05:002010-08-02T13:53:08.974-05:00Beautifully said! I can definitely relate to that....Beautifully said! I can definitely relate to that. <br /><br />This is one of my favorite quotes, but I hadn't heard it in a few years. I'm so glad you reminded me of it. And I'm happy that you're back! :-)Julia @ Hooked on Houseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04937060849774403002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-77398373460673781922010-08-02T13:44:53.800-05:002010-08-02T13:44:53.800-05:00That post just made my week. Thank you for sharin...That post just made my week. Thank you for sharing. As a relatively new blogger I sometimes doubt myself and wonder why I bother. But I do have fun doing it and I have a few friends who seem to enjoy reading so I guess I need to stop worrying why I don't have more readers and just enjoy talking about what I feel passionate about.<br /><br />Karen@Garden, Home and PartyKarenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08064699521293763744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-82212386223995238362010-08-02T08:20:26.760-05:002010-08-02T08:20:26.760-05:00Cheers...a little break brings clarity. I love you...Cheers...a little break brings clarity. I love your blog! JanellJanell @ House of Fiftyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01098486064588035649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6402694134300866275.post-3825507047481881522010-08-02T08:18:13.049-05:002010-08-02T08:18:13.049-05:00Amen. Be yourself! There are so many different kin...Amen. Be yourself! There are so many different kinds of blogs out there... some very professional and looking to make money from it, others purely personal used as a place to document or vent. It can be whatever you want it to be.<br />There are things I would love to vent about on my blog, but now that so many people I know "anonymously" read it, I feel I can't. I almost want a "therapy" blog, where I can talk and vent and get feedback from all of you who don't know me in the real world. Ha!<br />One thing I've found is that our blog sista's are very supportive. They'll help you work through whatever it is. <br />AnNicole, you are very talented, we are reading because we see that in you, and we value YOU. Thanks for writing and inspiring me. Keep it comin' girl!Sjnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01248247475325728054noreply@blogger.com