tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post2472699258992580994..comments2024-01-25T05:38:45.384-08:00Comments on Cottage Garden Studios: Quilting Bee of Folks #9Sarah Sullivanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03835112406617937224noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-68910623907198128652009-05-22T17:00:41.557-07:002009-05-22T17:00:41.557-07:00Good thoughts and hugs coming your way...
Love &am...Good thoughts and hugs coming your way...<br />Love & Light~OM girlBeckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11288245990832705329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-23733142141254632582009-05-19T06:20:00.000-07:002009-05-19T06:20:00.000-07:00And, I love our visits together!And, I love our visits together!Hollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10972581158834240144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-22654942655604142542009-05-18T20:57:26.355-07:002009-05-18T20:57:26.355-07:00It seems as if it has been ages that I have taken ...It seems as if it has been ages that I have taken a break but actually, it was only this morning. Everyday, I take a break. The catch for me is to realize the time it happens. Too many times, I am on a walk...which should be my rejuvenating time...but am so busy thinking of what is coming up next, how to do this or that..etc..etc. The walk is over and I haven't relaxed but let the outside world take over me. Here's to quieter walks.Alicia @ boylerpfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11494653464202092752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-43319070248266276802009-05-18T15:42:00.000-07:002009-05-18T15:42:00.000-07:00I did exactly that today, Sarah - took the day off...I did exactly that today, Sarah - took the day off from work and spent the day on me! Took long walks with my three furballs, took one of them, Lucy, to visit at the nursing home, started reading a new novel, posted on my blog, things like that. The older I get, the more I realize how important it is to have balance everywhere in my life - for my mind, body and spirit. I think I'll have a cup of that peach tea!A Palmerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00767185930291014355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-17751652467117734512009-05-18T12:57:00.000-07:002009-05-18T12:57:00.000-07:00Peach tea sounds good to me. I grew up in the Hima...Peach tea sounds good to me. I grew up in the Himalayan town of Darjeeling, which is famous for its tea gardens.david mcmahonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18009095220051075552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-30710063619953668472009-05-18T12:26:00.000-07:002009-05-18T12:26:00.000-07:00Sarah, you are such a gracious, open hearted perso...Sarah, you are such a gracious, open hearted person and stopping by your blog feels like coming to an "emotional filling station"! The pictures you paint with your words of all of us sitting together quilting, sipping tea, licking homemade peach jam off our lips...well it is just so delightful!<br />And yes, I think we have all been in that place you are describing. That place is there I think to help us learn how to let the Universe steer, as you so well put it, and to help us re-learn how to Breathe! Wonderful, valuable post! Thank you! xo dianthaLife Potentials Networkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14428773940113856252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-8517494750725262782009-05-18T10:33:00.000-07:002009-05-18T10:33:00.000-07:00Oh Sarah when I came to read your blog today (I mi...Oh Sarah when I came to read your blog today (I missed it yesterday) the song Desperado came up. I thought it was kind fitting when I started reading what you have written. I have had so many times like that I can't begin to tell you how many. I push myself to the breaking point, I control, I manipulate, I work harder, go faster, trying to find the answers and I always find the answer is acceptance. The book Co Dependent no more, I've read it so many times I should have it memorized but I still take back control. Yes indeed there are times I need to just rest and I'm learning as I get older to just give in and do it just like you did! Good for you! Be good to yourself! The answers will come when its time and not a minute sooner. No matter how hard we try to make the Universe answer us. I could so relate to your writing. Lots of hugs and healing energy sent your way!!<br />Lots of luv too!<br />SherryAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08990684536046097505noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-66176157348093268732009-05-18T09:12:00.000-07:002009-05-18T09:12:00.000-07:00I understand totally Sarah! I have had the racing...I understand totally Sarah! I have had the racing heart many a night. We must have been on the same wavelength this weekend! I let everything else go and spent the weekend working on a painting! Am so much happier for it. Also, Co-Dependent No More is excellent. I've had it for a long time and it's a great help!Gail H. Ragsdalehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09491594160247541113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-38539017534345881172009-05-18T08:03:00.000-07:002009-05-18T08:03:00.000-07:00Sarah, You're not alone! So many of us seem to be ...Sarah, You're not alone! So many of us seem to be on the same page! We all need to slow down and look around more. For the first time in a so very long time I 'felt' like doing something in my yard.... not the I have to get it done feeling! It was so refreshing!<br /> Seems like the world keeps pushing us...is that the Wonder Woman part that everyone silently demands of us? There is so much to do and to be done, we work so hard and looking back looks like we didn't do anything! So depressing!<br /> Now if only I can get back into getting some painting done (and sold!), but what's this I hear things that need done calling me!<br /> Pass the scones Please!<br />LyndaHaunted Swamp Designshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15940091696972412547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-12793422778310487752009-05-18T06:54:00.000-07:002009-05-18T06:54:00.000-07:00Sarah,
So nice to meet you! I am glad you found my...Sarah,<br />So nice to meet you! I am glad you found my blog. Now I can visit yours too. We are definitely on the same page these days. You offer up a powerful message for us--for women especially--because we just continue to push ourselves way too hard. <br /><br />I felt like you are feeling in February. Usually I push through, but not this time. I did push my husband a but though (in a good way) and we went to Florida. He worked while I made the decision to pretty much just "BE" for the entire time. It was remarkable, soul stirring, and, in the end life changing. To give myself permission to do only what I wanted to do, instead of what I feel I "have" to do for an extended period of time was such a gift. <br /><br />Since then, I treat myself even more gently. I still have not gotten back in the saddle as intensely as I was before...and that feels really good. Like you said, I am taking my hands off the steering wheel on a regular basis. Just breathe ...Janice Lynne Lundyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12065023183951459029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-48480261343556609482009-05-18T06:33:00.000-07:002009-05-18T06:33:00.000-07:00Lovely post - and YES! I do need to sit down and ...Lovely post - and YES! I do need to sit down and replenish today! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog.Debra Keircehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12391213568280558242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-45490135632433984032009-05-18T06:32:00.000-07:002009-05-18T06:32:00.000-07:00Sarah, I totally understand needing to recharge. ...Sarah, I totally understand needing to recharge. I am still learning, but I love the lesson of slowing down and just breathing. Life does not have to be fast and chaotic at all times.<br /><br />I'm praying for you my sweet friend.<br /><br />*Hugs*Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-88970060009633871482009-05-18T06:00:00.000-07:002009-05-18T06:00:00.000-07:00Oh Sarah I definitely feel like that too many time...Oh Sarah I definitely feel like that too many times to count.<br /><br />I think it might be harder for you in some ways because you have little Nonni and Fox. Harder in the sense that you can't walk around like a sad sack even though you need too.<br /><br />On the other hand it might be easier because they are such beautiful wonderful children that just seeing the things they do and the innocence of childhood must make your soul happy.<br /><br />Take your time and please Sarah be important to you. <br /><br />Love your pal Renee xoxoxoReneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11785932958464359112noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-26180213235602681542009-05-18T05:46:00.000-07:002009-05-18T05:46:00.000-07:00Sarah,
Sometimes it is just good to STOP ... say ...Sarah,<br /><br />Sometimes it is just good to STOP ... say *whoa* ... what's this all about ... I'm like you ... I take a walk, get in touch with Mother Earth. Take a break and then gradually, work myself back into the regular worries and routine. If I don't have my head on straight nothing seems to go right so might as well take a break! <br />I love peach jam. :D<br />Hugs--Snaphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16648866385164116020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-87426218781259778662009-05-18T05:38:00.000-07:002009-05-18T05:38:00.000-07:00I forgot to say, that I brought a coconut and oran...I forgot to say, that I brought a coconut and orange cake to share with your scones and jam, yummy :)<br /><br />Kim xKimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15696026498050233726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-28996078319454975742009-05-18T05:36:00.000-07:002009-05-18T05:36:00.000-07:00This is a great idea and can be so necessary, to r...This is a great idea and can be so necessary, to recharge your batteries. No guilt, just rest before setting off again. I've been in your position and felt worn down and thin by worry and stress. Time off is a great healer :)<br /><br />Take care<br /><br />Kim xKimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15696026498050233726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-20020805560962100272009-05-18T04:36:00.000-07:002009-05-18T04:36:00.000-07:00Good morning, Sarah. I love peach jam - may just ...Good morning, Sarah. I love peach jam - may just add an extra spoonful. As a mom, grandmom, wife and artist in her early 50s, I finally came to realize that there are days life expects a tad too much of me. Look, I'm a modern and intelligent woman - I can do ANYTHING - thing is, I can't do it all at the same time. I know now that some days are better for creating, some days are better for spending with family (those are my gathering days - where I gather the sights and sounds that influence my creative processes). Sometimes, we just need to remove a few responsibilities from our plate (just temporary, you know) and sit back with a glass of wine and watch the stars with our bare feet in the grass. Take a deep breath and count our blessings because tomorrow we'll be expected to be Wonder Woman once more. Have a joyful and enchanting week, dear. Hugs, Lisalisanelsonarthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02874639952592823488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-29039514398615699902009-05-18T03:35:00.000-07:002009-05-18T03:35:00.000-07:00This is such a lovely and touching post, Sarah. I'...This is such a lovely and touching post, Sarah. I've felt like that for a while - what with poorly pets, hubby's broken leg and sudden deaths in the family. This weekend I had the house to myself as the kids and Hub went over to his parents in Liverpool. I didn't miss them at all and felt terrible about that at first - but then I realised that this alone time was long overdue. I dont think I spoke out loud once from friday night to sunday night and it felt really good. If I've learned anything, it is that as a mum, wife, employee - whatever, it is really easy to loose your sense of self and be stretched too thin. I'm going to try to slow down and be silent more often. Thanks for this, Sarah - it feels good to vocalise!<br />Kim McB xxKimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16258067425531120075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7245705742183322956.post-10283496518364581992009-05-17T22:16:00.000-07:002009-05-17T22:16:00.000-07:00The picture is gorgeous, is that your quilt?
Hope ...The picture is gorgeous, is that your quilt?<br />Hope you're feeling uplifted again, hang in there.<br />J.JuneMoonToonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03250650462174428854noreply@blogger.com