I hope everyone had a beautiful Christmas, that you were surrounded by people you love. Back in the beginning of December when I said I would not be around much, I guess I wasn't kidding...it's been a while since I've sat down and written anything....it's surprising to me how easy it is not to be thinking of this part of my life for so long. It began as a feeling I was having to make the season less stressful....I decorated less, crafted less....and that felt ok...but between you and me, I miss the old me that was unstoppable.
Then the tragedy in Newtown occurred and my heart has been burdened, it felt ridiculous to blog more than ever. I know that we must move forward, that we have to get back up again after being stunned and damaged....I have had to learn to do that dealing with cancer, it is not easy to do....but we must.
I feel sort of foolish blogging to say I won't be blogging for a while, but I just don't want to stop and not let you guys know. I'm not giving up, I'm just taking a break. I am going to take as much time as needed to try to sort out a few things and of course continue to try to stay strong going through my treatments...it's hard to believe that I have been on chemo for almost a year now.....and really nothing to show for it but hair loss and medical bills. I have a CT scan the first part of January and maybe this new regimen is doing something??? We'll see.
I also don't want to go without saying thank you to all of you that have supported me through all of this. My cheering squad, my prayer warriors...please know how grateful I am that you take the time to whisper my name in prayer and comment here or take the time to email me. Countless times I am amazed at the comradeship we all have, but I shouldn't be, you guys are incredible. Thank you from the bottom, top and middle of my heart.
I hope you all have a wonderful New Year! If you want to contact me, feel free to email me at sweetsomethingdesign@yahoo.com and even look me up on facebook.
"What we call the beginning is often the end. And to make an end is to make a beginning. The end is where we start from." T.S. Eliot
"What we call the beginning is often the end. And to make an end is to make a beginning. The end is where we start from." T.S. Eliot
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Dear Michelle, Thank you for taking the time to let us know that you'll be taking a break. I've been checking your blog every day and I do worry when you haven't posted in awhile. I look forward to your "new beginning"... when you are ready. In the meantime I will continue to pray for healing, strength and encouragement for you and your family and specifically that your upcoming CT scan brings you good news. Happy New Year Michelle!
ReplyDeleteI will miss your posts, You are a beautiful person with a beautiful sense of style. I will continue to pray for you and your family. I hope that 2013 will bring you joy and peace.
ReplyDeleteI will be going back to read past post and enjoy your decor talent . I have you in my prayers and know that you have touched many with your strength. Have a good 2013 New Year with your family!
ReplyDeleteMy sweet Michelle. I will miss you during your break, but I realize how much it's needed. Take care of yourself. I will continue to pray for your health and healing.
ReplyDeletehealing prayers and good thoughts will continue.
ReplyDeleteDear Michelle, I have been checking your blog for so long to see your incredible talent and to hear how you are doing. I think of you often and will continue to pray for you. God Bless you and your family.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, I just found your blog a couple of months ago. You are truly gifted in your arts and crafts design. I will miss your blogs and your fresh projects. But I will also be praying that God will make your path light and easier in 2013. Happy New Year 2013!
ReplyDeleteTake good care of you! You will be in many hearts and prayers!!!!
ReplyDeletei will miss seeing your blog posts but can certainly understand the need for some time off...i've been doing some of that myself. you will be missed but i will keep you in my thoughts & prayers...please check in occasionally to let us know how you're doing.
ReplyDeletetake care dear friend!
Michelle you have been an inspiration to me. I will continue to pray for a 2013 filled with family, friends and the peace of God for you.
ReplyDeleteEven though you won't be popping up in my email, I will continue to think of you and pray for your health. Be well.
ReplyDeletePraying 2013 is full of healing and great news! (I myself will just be starting up again in 2013 after a 6 month stop - didn't think it would be that long. My health problems can't compare to yours, but needed my attention and caused sleeplessness and extreme fatigue). Can't wait to see you pop up in the feed again, feeling like a new woman, physically and spiritually :)
ReplyDeleteI have recently found you and have loved reading your blog. I especially have loved the waterless snow globes! I hope you find the peace you are looking for.
ReplyDeleteTake care of yourself! I also am new to your blog and have enjoyed it. You are talented in so many ways. I will pray for your full recovery and a blessed 2013 to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteGood luck and much health and happiness as you begin a new part of your journey. I have enjoyed your blog and thank you for so much inspiration.
ReplyDeleteWishing much joy during this down time and
ReplyDeleteplease take very good care of YOU!
Happy New Year
Sandy
we'll miss you! but the most important thing is take care of you and have a 2013 with HEALTH!!!! big kisse from Spain. kisses Carmen.
ReplyDeleteWishing you blessings in the new year Michelle! Be strong and be well!
ReplyDeleteMichelle, I will miss reading your posts and will be sending healing thoughts your way. Be well and take care of y.o.u. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteI will look for you on Facebook. Take care!
ReplyDeleteYou will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers! Take good care of yourself and know that you have many who will be praying for a positive outcome with this new chemo treatment. Take the time you need to take care of yourself and to love those you love the most! Sending many prayers your way!
ReplyDeleteI love your blog and will miss your posts so thanks for letting us know you'll be away for awhile. Take all the time you need. You are often in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteDD
Dear Michelle,
ReplyDeleteI've been checking your blog daily, hoping that you are okay. You are an inspiration to so many of us. Take good care of yourself, enjoy the new year with your family, and know there are legions of us out here who keep you near and dear to our hearts, who keep you in our thoughts and prayers, and who hope that the new year brings you health, strength and happiness. Love & Hugs, Kaille
p.s. You are ROCKIN' the short, sassy hair!
We will miss you, but sometimes a break is just what someone needs. Until that time when you come back and decide to blog know that you are being prayed for and thought about. Have a happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteTake care of yourself, in the mean time I love to look at your past posts and find so much inspiration there, thank you :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for letting us know that you will be away. May God bless you and keep you. I will continue to whisper your name in prayer. Happiest of new years to you. Sharon
ReplyDeleteTake care of yourself,prayers and hugs..Pat H
ReplyDeleteBest wishes to you and may you find the peace and comfort that your heart so desires. I have been torn apart by the latest incident at the school and I understand what you mean, it seems silly to blog about my little problems. The world is hurting so much and I feel I must find another way to be a healing force for others. I will keep you in my prayers, whispering you name and the foot of the Lord. Let us all know when you come back.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, I have been amazed on how you have even found the time or energy or will to blog this year at all. You have such strength and encouraging words even when you are feeling low. I appreciate you sharing your projects, your real life and your heart. You just take care of yourself and your family that is what is important. I too have found it hard to blog after the Sandy Hook tragedy, the whole thing just weighs heavy on my heart daily.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, I just discovered your blog a couple of months ago, and I quickly added it to my favorites. I enoyed reading it and all of your beauiful decorating ideas. You will be in my prayers and I do pray that your ct scan brings good news. May God bless you in 2013. Jan
ReplyDeleteMichelle, I want you to know how much I love your blog -- I'm awed by your talent and creativity! I'm praying for healing and happiness for you in 2013 and look forward to reading more from you when the time is right.
ReplyDeletesweet something designs has a special place in my heart , I will pray for you and your family,In the mean time i will be going through all your old posts,and recreating some of your craft and decorating ideas !!! You are an inspiration to all of us !!!
ReplyDeleteMichelle, I also just started reading your blog a couple months ago when I was looking for fall decorating ideas. I was inspired by your talents and drawn to such enjoyable "reads". I just want you to know I pray for you daily and I am a sincere believer in God's power to heal us!
ReplyDeleteMichelle, You have touched many of your readers with your fabulous style and decorating ideas, myself included. I admire your strength as you battle health issues and I will keep you always in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, You deserve a well earned break and am glad you are taking it in order to take care of yourself. I will keep checking back to see if you might leave a little message once in awhile but just know that I and many others will be thinking of you and your family each day and hoping that the new year will bring you peace and healing..Judy
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a healing, restful, and relaxing break. Have a wonderful day! Still praying too!! ~ Jamie
ReplyDeleteI am crying selfishly.... I too agree that blogging seems so insignificant in light of so many tragic events but they inspire us to do more, to be better, to create wonderful environments, meals, adventures,and much more for those we love and those we come in contact with. Your blog has been just that - a true inspiration to others. Please know that and rest, rest assured that your life has meaning around the world and in your home. I am continuing to pray for you. May this last year of chemo be healing to your body. We will miss you so come back when you can.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, I don't want to miss a day of you!!! I always check to make sure you are up and feeling good, and you are so creative - it's amazing!!! Please take good care of yourself and your sweet family...we will be here when you need us. And as always, I say my prayers for you. There is good in this world, too, it's just that the press doesn't like to cover it as much as the bad - which is sad. May we all strive to do good every day and remind all of us that we have the power to bring peace, love and acceptance to the world.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, I just found your blog a few weeks ago. I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap His Arms and Love around you. Pray that healing comes to you. God bless.
ReplyDeleteRita
Best wishes for a better 2013! I will keep you in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteJoyce
Michelle, I want you to know that even if you have decided to take a break from blogging - my prayers for you still continue. Thank you for honoring us all by sharing your talents and your heart. I feel that I have come to find a new friend through reading your blog - many blessings to you and your family for this new year. Sending you hugs, prayers and lots of love! Heather
ReplyDeleteMichelle,
ReplyDeleteYou will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. After all, Carolina girls need to stick together!
Philippians 4:6-7
6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Dear Michelle...Relax, take care and wishing you much healing during your break from blogging. I will be sure to enter your name in our church's weekly Book of Intentions as I have for the past year. May God keep his loving arms around you and your precious family in this new year.
ReplyDeleteHugs and prayers.
Barbara
Hello friend! Happy New Year! You are always in my prays and thoughts. 2013 is going to good to you. We will be waiting for you. Hugs to you!
ReplyDeleteMichele, you are a remarkable woman. Our prayers and good wishes are with you. Enjoy yourself with each day with your family, and take any kind of pressure off yourself. Always know you have people pulling for you.
ReplyDeleteEvery time I read my blogroll I scan it to see what you're up to. I'm gonna leave it there so I will remember to pray for you...and for the day you come back to us! Blessings in 2013 and always!
ReplyDeleteTake care of yourself first. I don't even know you personally but feel like I do from this blog. So many people around me are afflicted with something or another. I wish I could do more for everyone but prayer and well wishes is all I can offer. It will have to do.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Michelle. I hope you're break brings you relaxation and many blessings. I've always enjoyed visiting you here and will gladly come by whenever you feel ready to share more. Sending Hugs.
ReplyDeleteSherry
Take care of yourself, be with your family, snuggle down while it's cold outside and feels good to take some quiet time. And know that we are hear for you whenever you're ready to come back and visit.
ReplyDeletexoDede
I'm thinking of you and wishing you renewed strength in your fight for your health. I hope you find time in the coming year for your creative passions, even if we have to wait awhile to see them shared here. You have so many here thinking of you and wishing you wellness. You have connected with so many through your creative space here. ~heather
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog... you are beautiful, amazing, powerful.
ReplyDeleteMichelle,
ReplyDeleteThank you for the joy you have brought into my life through reading your blog. I know you will be back when the time is right for you. Best wishes and prayers for your family in the new year.
Trish
Michelle, I am sorry that I missed this post. I understand your needing to take a break, but I hope you will be back soon - I will miss seeing your beautiful posts and hearing about how you are doing! Much love - Heather
ReplyDeleteJust wanted you to know I was thinking about you. I hope and pray for you and your family.. All my love..
ReplyDeleteMichelle -- praying for you today!
ReplyDeleteLove, Heather
Just checking in on you and hope you are feeling stronger every day! Keeping you in my prayers!
ReplyDeleteHi,
ReplyDeleteI have a quick question about your blog, do you think you could e-mail me?
Heather
Hi Michelle,
ReplyDeleteGod just keeps brining you to my mind. So I pray. Trusting that you are spending some good family time, resting and relaxing. Yesterday my seven year old son had some school issues. We spent over an hour with lots of hugs and tears. Precious moments that I'm thankful for even though it was not 'fun stuff'. Praying for those good moments to happen in your life also.
Keep on keeping on in Christ!
Love,
Heather in N. CA