This summer
has been a challenge. A lot of those “what
doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” type of challenges. But - like Chatty Crone once told me – “yes,
but how strong do we need to be?” That
is so true. Just STOP already!
However, that's
not what this post is about. This post
is about you. It’s about what you
do. Better than any self-help book or
mind-distracting movie or all-consuming craft project – is you. When I haven’t the strength, motivation or
desire to do anything constructive, I find myself turning to you. At first, out of a sense of duty to my
friends, but only until the first click into your worlds. Be it your amazing photography, your
delightful families, your creations, your words, your lives. You are still there and I am still here and
this is all just a part of it. The good,
the bad, the yin, the yang. When I leave
comments of encouragement or complement for you, I unknowingly lighten my own
load. A big hug to you my friends. I wish I could give you all a gift.
21 comments:
wow, michaele, you summed this up so well. thank you. :)
Right back at you! I don't know you at all but I feel like I do because I get a glimpse into your life on your blog. It's fun and it makes me see that there are all sorts of different folks doing all sorts of amazing things. Keep it up!
That is so sweet and so true! I love my blogging friends even though we've never met. We all laugh and even cry together through the ups and downs of life. Bloggers are the best!
Thank you! It is quite mutual for sure...you are an inspiration.
True words, and through our blogs we have friends, gain comfort, explore new countries, share good times and sad, and for most of us, might never get to meet that wonderful person behind those words and photos, but we feel we already know them so well.Blog friendship has no boundaries or limits. When I read your words and see your photos, I feel I am in your part of the world, sharing with you. Fond greetings, Jean
and Thank You! I live that "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger" phrase, but sometimes after several knocks in a row..I'm feeling weaker and weaker. I need to be blogging more also, as it helps the soul just like you say. It amazes me when I look back and read occassionally, that I really did survive after all. So shall you and your doing a spectacular job..it just might not feel like it sometimes. Life sure is a full when your totally engaged in it! I appreciate and Thank you for getting to know you through your blog. Your a good'un!
Ah....excuse me...but YOU are the gift!
Blogging is fun and a favorite diversion/hobby. I enjoy reading about what's going on in your world because some of it is so different than mine, while other parts are exactly the same! Everything will work out as it's meant to be, you'll see. Happy weekend:@)
Your comments and your friendship are a gift to me. I don't even have to preface my comments to my husband about something you've posted with the usual "one of the blogs I follow..." --no, I say "Michaele posted..." thanks for the gift of your friendship!
If feel the same way but a gift. Your blog is gift enough. I always look forward to your posts. They are like an internet vacation away from the drudge of the day. Have a super weekend.
you summed it up well girl..have a great weekend....
AMEN! Have a great weekend!
Oh my goodness I so agree with you on this. The people who don't blog do not know what they are missing. I have been trying to do my daughter to do it and she just doesn't get it. I love my blog friends and you.
Love, sandie
Your posts are gift enough
So sweet. I totally understand. Your posts are our gift. Thank you.
I don't need a gift either, I'm just glad to know you!
You take care of yourself now, things have to get better.
Blogging has become something I truly enjoy, but the most cathartic part of it, is reading other's blogs. Especially ones (like yours and many others) that appeal to my wishes and dreams.
I find encouragement and affirmation that I can make my dreams come true just through reading blogs like yours.
Thank YOU!
Ha! What Jill said!! :)
michaele... your so sweet. I feel the same way, busy time of year but I still try to check in with my favorite bloggers and you should know your one of them :)
Have to chime in with another big "Thank you!"
Perfect words I feel the same way. Hugs and I do hope your life slows down and you can smile. B
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