This has been a
hard post to write, but the time has now come to close the chapter on my
blog. It is hard to end something you've
worked so hard on and put it to rest, especially after eleven wonderful years
of sharing my life and meeting so many magnificent readers. I am truly blessed and thankful to you for
the stories we've shared, the encouragement we've given each other and the
community that we've built here.
It all went by so fast!
As with anything
in life things change. My children are
all grown and I no longer have anyone to parent or claim responsibility
for. I no longer do the Mom things I've
been doing for the past 37 years. I
don't bargain shop for school clothes, shoes or supplies. I don't give my children haircuts or pack
their lunches in the morning. There are
no more extra-curricular activities, concerts, games and events, back-to-school
nights or parent teacher conferences.
Over the years
I've taught my children to cook, do chores, fix things, take care of animals,
take care of themselves and all I know about budgeting and finances. I've worked hard and given them the best
start to their adult lives that I could and to instill a proper set of morals,
values and integrity. That part of my
life is now completed. I have done my
job.
With that in
mind my focus in life must now change.
There has been a shift in what I am now supposed to do. I'm now a cheerleader, idea bouncer, listener
and encourager. I am no longer a parent,
I'm just Mom. It is a good place to be.
It is now time
to move on. The next chapter awaits as I
settle into my new role. It has been a
good run and looking back I am so incredibly grateful for it all. I've been blessed in numerous ways, no doubt
about that. But, don't worry, I won't be
gone for good. I'll still be around, it
just won't be here anymore. If you would
like to continue to follow along with me, and I hope you will, I'll be over here and over here.
I want to give
you a big hug and a huge heartfelt thank you for everything we've shared this
past eleven years. God Bless you now and
long into the future. I'll see you
around.
Congratulations on a job well done! 3 adults in the world with a full skillset :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you Elle.
DeleteI’m so glad you will still be around. I’ll definitely be following you. Your blog has been one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you will be joining me! We're going to have fun!!
DeleteAll the best to you in the next chapter of your life!
ReplyDeleteThank you so very much.
Delete(Little Penpen ) you have done an amazing job with your girls! Do you still have plans with Laverne?
ReplyDeleteThank you. Plans for Laverne are up in the air right now.
DeleteI went to your retirement blog and read every post last night. For some reason I can’t log in to comment there. I’m having that problem more and more on different blogs. But anyway, I love how you are spending your retirement. I am impressed with your sewing skills. I love the baby doll clothes!
DeleteOh my goodness, I bet that kept you busy! The baby doll clothes are so fun to make. I hope to do more this winter.
DeleteThank you for guiding me all these years. Excited for your future and seeing what you do in retirement. I'm 5 years behind you, so watching you helps me prepare for that too! Will this blog continue to be available to refer back to? I use your recipes often.
ReplyDeleteMy pleasure Wendy. Yes, I will leave it up and keep tabs on it. I know it is a resource for many. :o)
DeleteI follow your other blog but still go back to this one❤️
ReplyDeleteI really appreciate you Lee Ann. :)
DeleteWill recipes be up for awhile?
ReplyDeleteYes, indeed!
DeleteI always enjoyed your blog, and will follow you over at your retirement one now.
ReplyDeleteExcellent!
DeleteOne door closes, another opens...
ReplyDeletePretty much ;)
DeleteI have been reading your blog for several years. I am also retired for almost 4 years. I will continue reading your other blogs writing from e.Canada. I admire your determination. I also make cards and would love to send you a Xmas card. Judi from nb
DeleteI should get a PO box so we can do a Christmas card exchange. On the other blog there is a "contact me" so we can exchange addresses. I would love that.
DeleteI hadn't checked this blog lately so I'm just seeing this. I'm happy to hear you'll be posting on your other blogs and keeping this one up as a reference. Thanks so much, and I wish you the best as you keep moving forward.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Brooke.
DeleteGood mothering means working your way out of a job. Bittersweet, but totally a good thing. So well done! I've not been a regular reader but have always enjoyed what you write. I'll just move over to your other blogs.
ReplyDeleteWell put. Thank you. :0)
DeleteI've thoroughly enjoyed the mom aspect of this blog but am also enjoying the retirement blog as my sons are young adults and retirement, while still a while away, is the next big goal. Thanks for sharing!
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