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You will be missed Janet, but I completely understand the need to take a break. I find that at times just stepping away and unplugging from all the social media is necessary and really helps to renew your spirit. It also helps you to remember what's really important in life. Go easy on yourself, and enjoy the downtime. I will be looking forward to your return!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I bought a butternut squash at the farmer's market to make the butternut squash soup you shared the recipe for a long time back. It always makes me think of you anytime I make it! :)
DeleteYou'll be missed!
ReplyDeleteTake care and will look forward to your return whenever you are ready.
ReplyDeleteI am one of your readers...though I have never commented before. Take care of yourself....you will be missed. I love your blog...it's simplicity, frugality, healthiness.
ReplyDeleteEven when we try to keep our lives simple and on an even keel, we often flounder. But, hold fast.....you will get back on course! Get help if you need it....we can't always solve our own troubles as much as we might try.
Your blog has brought me much information and joy. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your break! Look forward to your return! {{hugs}}
ReplyDeleteWill be waiting for you...xoxo
ReplyDelete-Suzanne in Illinois
I am a faithful reader of your blog, although I haven't commented before. Hope all goes well for you as you take a break. I'll be checking back here looking for your return. Take care.
ReplyDeleteWe will miss you, and thinking of you. Take care of yourself first!
ReplyDeleteJanet,
ReplyDeleteI was just thinking about you and was just going to ask you to email me. ykatojones@gmail.com.
Hugs,
Yuko
oh no....we will miss you...
ReplyDeleteGlenda..
I hope you come back feeling better than ever Janet. You will be missed.
ReplyDeleteI just discovered you yesterday! Ah well, I'm a patient person.
ReplyDeleteYou've been in my thoughts. Rest, be well and be kind to yourself. xoxox
ReplyDeleteit will be lovely to have you back (when you're ready) xo
ReplyDeleteBig hugs. Take your time. I love your voice.
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ReplyDeletexoxoxoxo
ReplyDeleteTake care Janet!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your break, Janet. Will be checking back for new posts in awhile and catching-up on those I've missed!
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Deborah
will miss the inspiration you give me. hope you and your family are well and that you can truly enjoy the fall.
ReplyDeleteyour friend, donna
Peace.
ReplyDeletexo
~diane
Wishing you the best. I hope your break is productive, peaceful, and maybe even enjoyable :) I'll miss you and will look forward to your return!
ReplyDeleteIf it gets too long, I'll be ringing your doorbell.
ReplyDeletexx
Good Morning Janet,
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to take a moment to let you know that I read your blog on a regular basis but have never commented. I also have an addicted son, and we are struggling through this together, he and I. I love him to death, and he is truly the kindest, most gentle person I know when not using. I have been through a lot in my life, but this has been the hardest struggle. I am powerless in this and as a mother, nothing could be more difficult. There is such a fine line between being supportive and being an enabler, and that is where I struggle. I purchased and devoured The Privileged Addict and also found some great information on the blog of Charles Peabody...thank you so much for the recommendation. I believe hope is crucial here, hope for ourselves and hope for our sons...we cannot lose hope. I have learned that this doesn't mean we sit by and watch it continue in our homes or in our presence, but we pray and we never give up hope. We need to detach in love and take care of ourselves, and perhaps this break is just that for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers, Janet, as is your son. Someone told me that my son has a God and it isn't me...as much as I want, I cannot control this situation, and I have no idea how it will end, but God does, and I have to trust that He loves my son and will lead him to recovery and that my son will have the courage to go along. Take care of yourself...God loves you and so do I.
Nancy
Nancy- Wow. Words that went straight to my heart. In your shoes as well. Sending you love.
DeleteJanet - You will be missed! Your links with information have been a godsend to me. I hope you get the support you need, people who express things that help you, time to heal some wounds, less stress from your break.
We are not going anywhere. Take all the time you need. XOXO
I will miss you Janet but I totally understand. you are my favorite blogger and always an inspiration.
ReplyDeletesending hugs and prayers.
Darby
Sending hugs and positive thoughts your way....
ReplyDeleteGo easy on yourself, relax, and have some fun during your break.
I will miss you dearly as I love your voice and have felt such peace and comfort when reading your beautiful words....
On a side note I read cup of Jo's post in the perfect pink lipstick and the woman in her blog reminded me of you!
XO
Enjoy your break. Rest up and take good care of yourself.
ReplyDeleteI haven't commented for a while but I'm still a faithful reader. Your recent posts have had me thinking about you long after I've switched off my laptop and I truly wish it were possible to send a proper hug across the internets. This life isn't always an easy one but it's all we've got and having you and your blog in it makes it all the more enjoyable.
Jo xx
Janet, I shall miss you! Sending positive thoughts and blessings your way. May this stormy season that you're currently experiencing pass soon, with little damage. The sun WILL shine again, and hopefully, peace and calm will prevail. Perhaps when you return we will see a pink cottage? :) Until then, I shall enjoy re-reading your previous posts. They calm and inspire me. Take care. xx
ReplyDeleteI wish you all the best always, Janet. If you quit the blog tomorrow, I would forever be indebted to you for all the posts you've shared from yesterday to today. Take whatever time you need. And, yes, more than one blog owner has simply stopped blogging and disappeared which does leave readers hanging; however, a blog owner can do what they want to because, after all, it's THEIR blog, their journal, their journey. Thank you for your generosity. You are a good soul. And as my doctor tells me, we are stronger than we think. If cyber hugs can heal, I send 10,000 your way.
ReplyDeleteI will miss your posts, Janet. Your blog is the most peaceful place on the Internet. :)
DeleteTake care of yourself and know that you are missed.
ReplyDeleteTake as much time as you need, I will be waiting for you when you get back.
ReplyDeleteOur dear Janet -
ReplyDeleteOnce you made the giant step of openly acknowledging your son's problem, all the distractions that veiled your grief and helped you to cope on a superficial level have melted away. Now you can deal openly and with courage the real process of healing your heart and retraining your mind to think clearly and rationally. For most people, this is very painful but is the only way to achieve true acceptance and peace within yourself and with the rest of your family members. A mentally ill or addicted person can suck the lifeblood out of the family. I believe all affected family members need therapy to have a safe place to release their pain and resentments and to learn how to detach themselves from the toxic one and to reclaim their right to love one another openly and without feeling guilt. We can only pray for the day when this person will accept responsibility for their healing and can rejoin the heart of the loving family.
We will be right here waiting patiently.....peace and contentment my friend......
ReplyDeleteOh, how I will miss The Gardener's Cottage. I love the simplicity and honesty of your blog. You have truly inspired me and I am wishing you and your family the best. Raising kids is a tough job, no matter what their age. I look forward to your return someday.
ReplyDeleteLynne
You will definitely be missed!
ReplyDeleteSusan
Not popped over and said hello for a while...just to wish you good wishes and hope all is well.
ReplyDeleteZxx
I don't comment very often, but I never miss reading your blog. We'll be happy to hear from you when you feel like writing again. Take good care of yourself, Janet.
ReplyDeleteJane
Breaks are good. Take all the time you need. I'll be here for you.
ReplyDeleteSending virtual hugs. Wishing I could hand deliver a "take-care" package, but I guess mailing it will have to suffice.
Comfort yourself.
pve
Please hurry back.....you are my favorite blogger and I'll miss your comments......Janie
ReplyDeleteThinking of you, Janet, and will miss you <3
ReplyDeleteI'm very sorry you and your family are going through this. There's no hell quite like worrying over a child, even if they are no longer children. Wishing you peace and strength ❤️
ReplyDeleteYOU WILL BE MISSED
ReplyDeleteYou and your wonderful blog will be missed....
ReplyDeleteBetty
Love you, stay strong. My favorite prayer: God, thank you for all you have given me. Thank you for all you have taken away. And thank you for all you have left me.
ReplyDeletexo J
Thank you for letting us know. Will miss you but take your time. I often wondered how bloggers do this everyday anyway. Under perfect conditions it must be hard. Much less when life gets in the way. Sending you positive vibes and prayers.
ReplyDeleteJanet, Sounds like you deserve a break...hope you won't be gone too long. And thanks for giving us a heads up.
ReplyDeleteBe good to yourself. I will miss you!
Linda
xo
linda forgive me for not asking about the wedding. i know how long you have worked and planned it. i'm sure it was beautiful. xo
DeleteAwwww thanks for asking! It was beautiful and we had a blast...once I have some photos to share I will email you. They come back from Kauai today and Amanda sent me a text yesterday saying they have had an awesome time. I believe they took the helicopter ride and then went kayaking all in the same day.
ReplyDeleteHope you are getting some R&R during your break.
Linda
xo
It is always so important to do what you need to do for yourself. But, I will miss you :) I haven't commented in forever (been so focused on solving issues that many people have been left on the way side) but, I do read everyone of your posts and sometimes I go back and read the old ones. You are a mirror for many of us and helps us feel not so alone in our day to day living.
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