Sunday, October 22, 2023

Where Have I Been?!

 Hello, Hi, & How Are You?!

I’m just popping to give an account for my year long absence. It has really been a year and 12 days. Long story short, moving kept me from blogging for a year and 12 days.

It all started with a simple decision to move.  The idea had been brewing in our minds for a while, and finally, we decided to take the plunge. Packing to move and saying goodbye to our old neighborhood was both exciting and bittersweet.

After the move, I quickly realized that moving was a monumental task. Unpacking, organizing, and adjusting to the new surroundings consumed my time and energy. My blogging ritual became a distant memory.

Finding a suitable workspace in the new place took longer than expected, and I struggled to reestablish my blogging/creative routine. My workspace is still a work-in-progress. The new house held its own allure, with its new opportunities, further distracting me from my online presence.

Building friendships and connections with my neighbors became a part of my daily doings, and blogging took a back seat as I immersed myself in my new life journey. With each passing day, you, my faithful blog friends were left wondering about my absence.

Months turned into a year, and I realized that while moving had enriched my life in many ways, it had also kept me from blogging. However, it wasn't an ending but a hiatus, and I promised myself that I would return to the virtual world, sharing my experiences and adventures in this new chapter of my life once I found the right balance. I haven't found it yet...LOLL 😍

Before I get too long-winded, I’ll stop here. I hope all is well with you, and that everything is going okay. 


Happy Sunday to you, dear blog buddies! 

33 comments:

  1. I can't imagine moving. We've been in our house 47 years. It would be easier to set the house on fire than try and move all our "stuff".

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    1. Mike, Thank you for coming by and for leaving this rib-tickling comment. I appreciate it a lot.

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    1. Thank you for your visit and for this nice "Welcome Back" comment.

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  3. I was delighted beyond saying to see you again over at my house! XXX

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    1. It’s so motivating to hear your heart-warming words. This is wonderful. Thank you.

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  4. You were stick at the starting gate. 😎

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    1. You're right, AC. I was definitely "Stuck at the Starting Gate"...(of blogging). Your visit and your nice comment made my day! Thank you so much for taking the time to read my post.

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  5. Glad to see you back! I certainly thought you had left the online world permanently. Hope you'll soon find that right balance that suits you.

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    1. I also thought I had left the online world forever. I am hoping to find that “right balance” … SOON! Thank you for visiting and especially for commenting here today. I appreciate the "Welcome-Back"

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  6. I am so glad to hear from you again. You have been through a lot of changes and it's not easy. I wish you the best of luck in your new place and hope you continue to blog from time to time.
    Hugs and love!

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    1. I am so grateful for your kind words. That means a lot to me. Thank you for stopping by and for commenting here. You’re so right about going through a lot of changes … NOT easy!

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  7. I was so excited to see your comment!! I have missed your posts and visits! Moving is such a big deal - I know, we did it 19 years ago to another state. Best of luck on your new house.

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    1. Thank you for your warm welcoming words, you touched my heart. I love your “Welcome Back” greeting! It’s so nice that you made the time to come by to read here and to leave this lovely comment.

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  8. Welcome back to blogging.
    Wishing you good luck and happiness in your new home.

    All the best Jan

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    1. Thank you for taking the time to come by and read today. Your visit and your comment are so encouraging. I appreciate this a lot. Thank you for the warm wishes!

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  9. It's nice that you're finding a 'new normal' to your life.

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    1. It’s so nice that you could take time out of your busy day to visit and read here today. Thank you for your delightful comment.

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  10. Moving is tough on all aspects. Congratulations on doing it, and starting life in a new place! Wishing you the very Best in your new environment!

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    1. Your visit and your gratifying comment made my day! Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by here and to read my post. I appreciate your thoughtfulness.

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    1. Thank you for coming by here and for reading my post. I appreciate your visit and your lovely comment.

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    1. It’s so nice that you stopped by to read here and to leave this nice comment. Thank you.

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  13. welcome back, I knew you were busy but moving in a major accomplishment. Enjoy every new thing...Lin Floyd

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    1. Thank you for your warm “Welcome Back” greeting! It makes me smile that you made the time to come by to read here and to leave this lovely comment. I appreciate this a lot.

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  14. welcome back to blogging....
    hope, everything goes well with you and yours

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    1. Thank you for your warm “Welcome Back” greeting! It’s so nice that you came by to read here and to leave this nice comment. You are so kind.

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  15. I should tell you that Rajani Rehana is a spammer.

    Yes! Welcome back to blogging! I'm so happy to see you back. Yes, I definitely know what it's like to move since I've done it three times. Everything has to take a back seat. I'm glad you're settled happily now and hope you are meeting a LOT of wonderful new friends.

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    1. Hi, Kay. It's great to see your smiling face. Thank you for the "spammer" alert. I especially thank you for your warm welcoming words, you touched my heart and MADE MY DAY!!!

      I love this delightful “Welcome Back” greeting! It is very encouraging that you made the time to come by to read here and to leave this lovely comment.

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  16. Hello my dear friend Leona, welcome back! Wow, you've moved and I can understand the reason for the hiatus. It's a big decision and time-consuming. Though, I'm glad that you're settling well and doing your best to find the rhythm. I've moved many times, not only homes but to countries and I know it takes a lot. Wishing you all the best and stay blessed always!

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    1. Thank you for your smile making “Welcome Back” greeting! It’s so nice that you made the time to come by to read here and to leave this great comment. Again, I thank you for your warm welcoming words. You touched my heart AND made my day!

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