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missed you!
, 06 17th, 2010
This blogging once a week thing, isn’t as easy as I thought it would be. I had an extremely busy week, yet I kept thinking of you all, and your families, in your corner of the world, and whether it was raining or sunny, or whether you all were happy, or sad. And my big ego, of course, worried that I wasn’t missed, or worse still, that I was forgotten entirely as you went about your days.
I had been planning to read two books this past week, and also to write. The books I didn’t touch, the writing very little. I did clean my house from top to bottom, though, and I also baked almost every day. Oh, and we played ball with the kids in the house, and managed to break a chandelier into a million pieces; pieces I’m still finding underneath bookcases and end tables. But hey, we were having fun! And lighting stores are filled with chandeliers. And childhood is so short. So…
Anyway, wishing you all a lovely, sunny weekend! And one for me too. I’m thinking of having a yard sale. I need to, since chandeliers aren’t cheap.
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June 18th, 2010 at 12:07 am
I see exactly what you mean… On my U.S. trip is missed blogging and blog friends… funny, when you see the world wonders and yet you almost care more about people, but I do.
I care and cherish every single blogger friend that pops over, leaves a note, and hopefully becomes a real life friend. When possible geography-wise.
I’m sending you a big, rainy Paris hugs… we’re heading towards some gloomy skies but let’s keep our joy inside alive! Love ya!
June 18th, 2010 at 12:10 am
Angie
I think we can all relate on this one. Try as I might I find it hard to leave it all behind…even on holiday, I think of various people and think how I would love to tell them…
It is hard to let go, isn’t it? I keep having to remind myself that balance is most important and I think you did just the right thing this week. We need time to recharge and your week sounds like just what I need right now.
Have a lovely weekend with your family as I know you always do! When the moment is right, sneak away….and write. We need our Angie fix!!!
Jeanne xx
June 18th, 2010 at 12:43 am
Hi Angie! You’re doing the right things there - cleaning the house is a luxury in a way, as there’s a lot of peaceful thinking time while engaged in it from which the writing might spontaneously emerge. And the fun and the baking are definitely better than blogging, though your weekly post is a good idea. I find summer steals my time (in a good way) and I’d often rather keep up with blogging friends than write my own posts (lazy me).
June 18th, 2010 at 1:39 am
I don’t think anyone would easily forget you.
That sounds like a pretty great week to me. It makes me realize that I need a break from everything that I am doing. Even if it is to clean my house from top to bottom (which it surely could use).
June 18th, 2010 at 2:11 am
you are missed here,
but firmly lodged in my heart regardless.
it seems there are seasons and cycles for things….
I haven’t been baking, although the kids have, I just clean up after them:)
things are hectic and off schedule here too. Life is good if not unpredictable . We haven’t broken any chandeliers though! ~ that’s some serious silly!
have a fabulous love filled weekend Angie .
June 18th, 2010 at 3:39 am
Cleaning and cooking are awesome accomplishments! Have missed you…. Glad that you are still keeping in touch with your adoring fans. :O)
June 18th, 2010 at 3:42 am
I want to follow your example on the housecleaning. I hope this post will give me inspiration.
June 18th, 2010 at 5:13 am
Good morning, dear Angie. When you are gone, you are missed, when you are here, you are loved.
Keep having fun.
June 18th, 2010 at 5:19 am
Never worry you will be forgotten, Angie. We’ll be here waiting for you and your beautiful words.
June 18th, 2010 at 6:22 am
Dear Angie:
Missed you too. I kept checking whether there is a post or not. It’s not ego or anything, its just a human tendency.
Have a glorious weekend.
Joy always,
Susan
June 18th, 2010 at 7:32 am
Now that you’re done cleaning your house… come help me clean mine! lol… You’re post gave me just a bit more motivation to start… I’ve been trying all week to get myself motivated enough to complete all the house cleaning chores, but I haven’t succeeded. Oh well… there’s always tomorrow :-)… Miss you girl…
June 18th, 2010 at 8:30 am
Sounds like a good week to me! And I love your attitude about childhood being more important than the chandelier. Most people would have flipped out. (and we did miss you, sweetie - tons!)
June 18th, 2010 at 8:50 am
I did miss you!
But happy to hear you’re having summer fun!
June 18th, 2010 at 12:19 pm
Ah, what a delightfully sweet post.
Your goodness is shining through - as it does with each post. You see I’m in love with words - so it’s natural for me to miss my blog friends when I’m away.
When you post I read and enjoy, when you are absent I long for the next post like a happy friend awaiting a letter from an absent girlfriend. Happy Weekend;-)
June 18th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
I always figure people will forget about me -I mean, its not like I have zillions of readers
But I did notice you were gone and I am glad you are back! Sounds like you’ve been really, really busy. Hug those kiddos for me!
June 18th, 2010 at 5:36 pm
I have been trying to read the same book for months. Promises, promises ;).
Let’s see if we can get that date, okay :).
A
June 18th, 2010 at 9:38 pm
you are unforgettable Angie
June 19th, 2010 at 12:33 am
HI Angie
Well I have missed visiting you.. and sounds like you are enjoying life!!! what a great mum taking a broken chandelier on the chin!! good for you…!!
Well good news!! I found a place!! so relieved I cannot tell you… thanks so much for your generous kinds words,.. you might have had a house guest!!! hahaha.. xxx Julie
June 19th, 2010 at 5:12 am
You’re doing such important things. Baking and cleaning and playing ball in the house will last forever in those kids’ memories!
I always enjoy your posts, so of course you are missed! But enjoy your play! Childhood is short indeed!
Hugs to you!
June 19th, 2010 at 5:19 am
I missed you, and your wit. Hope you can replace your chandelier soon:)
June 19th, 2010 at 6:16 am
ha. i love that you played ball inside and that even in breaking something you can walk away with a smile. we are al the time doing something crazy with our boys and it happens. hope you have a great weekend.
June 20th, 2010 at 9:40 am
I know exactly what you mean!
June 20th, 2010 at 10:17 am
Tell me about it! I’ve been working so much and have hardly had the time I used to, to digest and read everyone’s blog. xxx
June 20th, 2010 at 4:00 pm
I missed you and your posts!
And oh my… baking every day sounds glorious! You might have just inspired me.
Enjoy those fleeting summer moments… even the shattering of chandeliers.
June 20th, 2010 at 11:00 pm
I have missed you — and love when you come back. I’ll always be here, I imagine, so no worries –
June 21st, 2010 at 7:42 am
Oh, I hear you. But I can always see when you’ve a new post…it pops up. Baking every day–my goodness. Very impressive.
I broke a chandelier once, when cleaning it. My mother shrieked at me rather than being impressed that I took this upon myself at 12 years old. Oh well, it was repaired.
xo
June 21st, 2010 at 10:50 am
What is it that when we are trying to organise our intellectual pursuits ourselves we often end up becoming a super chef? I tend to do the same. But you and your sweethearts are having fun, and that’s the most important thing! Wishing you a lovely start to the week and all the best for the yard sale! xoxo
June 21st, 2010 at 11:49 am
We just returned from our road trip and I was eager to catch up on my reading. I always look forward to reading your blog Angie. I like your positive attitude, about there being lots of lights the store but childhood only one.. Today I baked, first time in a long time, made raspberry oatmeal bars.
Have a wonderful week and happy summer day!
June 21st, 2010 at 5:22 pm
I have decided that I am going to scale down my blogging this summer. What I have noticed so far is that the less I blog the harder it is to determine what I am going to write about and, like you, I miss seeing all my blogger friends.
June 21st, 2010 at 9:53 pm
You are absolutely right - childhood is so short and enjoying that while you can is definitely the top of the list…chandeliers can be replaced, but a wonderful childhood is indeed priceless…! Have a wonderful week! xxoo
June 22nd, 2010 at 9:21 am
And have you found your chandeliers? Have a wonderful week!
June 22nd, 2010 at 10:32 am
Angie - I’ve missed you, too! But slowing down is good. I have had some pleasant family moments recently, as well. It’s all good!
And, yes. The light fixtures are replaceable. Memories are not.
Love you!
June 22nd, 2010 at 7:02 pm
Missed you too, Angie!But I’m glad you are enjoying summer. Time seems to fly ever quicker here. Shouldn’t it slow down soon?
June 22nd, 2010 at 10:44 pm
every good party ends with a broken chandelier.
xoxo
June 23rd, 2010 at 7:27 am
Dear Angie, wish i could come to your garage sale:).
all the things you have been up to sounds like life is full and happy and fun with lots of love!! what a blessing!
and when you have time to pop in a moment on blogland, i do hope you know now that you are missed dearly. i know that i miss you along with a long line of ladies, and to know life is full and good for you, i treasure those thoughts with joy when you are away…
i means that my dear!!
June 23rd, 2010 at 8:27 am
Oh Angie, of course you are missed! I have been a bit of a lousy blogger myself recently, life has just been very busy. I hope you had a wonderful weekend, time is so precious, enjoy every moment.
XXX
June 23rd, 2010 at 5:58 pm
Hi Angie,
Glad you’re having fun. Sorry about the light. You have a great attitude about it and about life.
I love that about you. Among other things.
Cleaning and baking are wonderful. Must feel great to have a sparkling house and goodies around. The reading and writing will come.
Go easy.
June 24th, 2010 at 12:33 am
Of course we missed you. I know what you mean about the pull of the blog world! Sounds like you are all having a great time though and we shall still be hearing when you’ve got more blogging time again. Enjoy.
June 25th, 2010 at 1:58 am
I wish you a lot of happy moments… Patience must be something shared in the blogosphere…
June 25th, 2010 at 9:56 am
Hello Sunshine,
I always think of you.
And wait for your next tale, as you are a master weaver of words and emotions.
Enjoy the time with your family. It is fun & so important!!
Love,
Constance
June 26th, 2010 at 10:42 pm
Of course we missed you! I need to take a longer break..it is hard. I miss my bloggy friends! I need a chandelier too….I love going to yard sales…but not having them!
June 27th, 2010 at 4:10 pm
Oy! Mr C has been playing soccer AND baseball inside with our son. They both have excellent catching skillz, but I am happiest when I am not in the room.
June 28th, 2010 at 9:43 pm
Rest assured that you are always missed. But summer does have a way of drawing you outside into the fresh air and sunshine. Unless of course you’re playing football inside. I have a large supply of chandeliers left if you need one!
xxx
September 5th, 2010 at 8:54 am
Busy busy busy. The time just flies by doesn’t it. I have the very same photograph of Multnomah Falls. Great memories. x