23 March 2011

OK enough...

...already!!!  I've been gone for a LOOOOONG time and even though I try not to worry about what people think, I have been wondering.  You all matter to me.  Especially those of you who have emailed, CALLED and left messages on SB.com and Facebook screaming WHERE ARE YOU???  I didn't want to disappoint you but I did anyway.  I really started experiencing something at the end of last year that I can't explain.  I had to step back from everything and get my mind right.  If it wasn't for God and my husband I really think I would be in St. Gabriel right now.  But I'm getting better and I thought I would just jump back into things...I THOUGHT.  The devil starts creeping around and telling you that things won't be the same...that no one is paying attention anymore.  And that really started to gnaw at me and, even when I was ready to return...after I promised my girls that I would...I still didn't.  I know I've angered some people because my sabbatical included not sending some packages out on time.  But I had to tell myself: all I can do is apologize and DO BETTER.  So after I uploaded my assignment for SOC tonight I decided to just DO IT...type a quick blog post and go to sleep.  Tomorrow  I'll see if there are welcomes or a lynch mob.  But for tonight, I'm kinda glad to be back!!!     

20 comments:

Danielle Higginbottom-Brown said...

Welcome Back !!!! :) Trust me, Life gets in the way sometimes, we've all been there! Baby steps back!!!! (((hugs)))

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Danielle

Anonymous said...

Welcome back! I'm glad you took some time for yourself! Have a wonderful week :).

Jaime Lynne said...

Only a welcome back here, friend.

chalesek said...

Love you!!! Welcome back Carter !;)

Nitasha said...

Arms wide open sending you a cyber-hug!!! I have missed your blogging and kreating so much, but totally understand that God, family, and health and well-being take a front seat to everything else! The world would be a much better place if more people realized that. Happy you're back and sending hugs and prayers your way!

Natalie Elphinstone said...

I for one am definitely glad you're back! MIssing you bunches! But take it easy, just do one thing at a time. Nobody expects you to jump in at the deep end :-)
Oh but please, oh please kreate something real soon..... just for yourself...... but share it!!!

jacque4u2c said...

Gurl - we all have these type of days, weeks , years - so just hang in there! We are here when you are here!

Mahogany Ink said...

Welcome back!!! It is good to hear from you. I missed your kreativty and inspirations. God first, then family, you've got it!

Jenneke said...

Welcome back!!
Hope you're okay!

XXXJenneke

nancy said...

It is sooooo good to hear from you girlie! :) I'm glad to see you and hear from you! but I'm more glad that you know what's most important! I've been there....last time we talked I felt that maybe you were getting a bit over-extended...I've been there. and when it stops being fun....you have to re-align those planets! :) and remember why you started doing it in the first place! You owe us no explanation!!! We love you!

Wendy said...

first of all, i won't send out the hate train on you because you are too dear but don't go "disappearing" like that again! i was wondering if you were ok & yep, i'm one who posted on your FB page AND emailed you searching for ya'!
about time you made a re-entrance & let us all know you are ok!
miss ya girl, many prayers & hugs!
love ya!!! wendy :)

🌈🌈🌈 said...

We've made it out of the Bermuda triangle alive girlfriend! :)

Happy Spring!!

Anonymous said...

Welcome back! No need to apologize for anything. You need to do what's good for YOU. If it means taking time for yourself, then the people who care about you should understand.
Blessings and hugs to you, my sister!

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Julie Howard said...

I am definitely glad to see you're jumping back into things. I've been wondering where you've been and what's been going on. And no need to explain anything. I can soooo relate to taking a breather and stepping away. I've done it. Heck... in a way, I'm still doing it. I don't think I've touched my blog or gallery in months. I think it's inevitable for all of us. Over time, we reevaluate what's more important to us. Glad to see you back though. I've missed seeing you and your amazing style and creativity around. Take care of yourself - you're one amazing person and you know that I love you. :)

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Nae said...

Apryl's comment is really Nae's I some how was logged in my dd google acct. ANNNYYwhoooo Welcome back my sista looking forward to your up coming post.

kate blue said...

I think I can honestly say that we women juggle entirely too many things and people think we are Wonder Woman..so when a break is needed, at least you were smart enough to step back and do what was best for YOU...I'd rather somebody give me 100% some of the time then 50% all of the time if that makes sense....we missed you and were worried and are jsut glad you are slowly making your way back to blogland...go catch up your etsy orders and then show us some new fab creations girly!!

Michelle Hernandez said...

I seriously SERIOUSLY missed your blog posts and projects gurl. I needed the voice- the laughs- the fabulously simple and original takes on everything you do.
I was worried about you because you are always so prolific and open- I thought the worst! I am looking forward to all your new stuff and yes- I completely understand the need to get away and regroup- that's what all great artists do.

Julie Tucker-Wolek said...

Missed you girl! Glad you are back! :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)

Anam_Kihaku said...

Glad to have you back. *huge hugs*

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