tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post3355826748641228640..comments2024-03-22T18:15:57.909-04:00Comments on A Haven for Vee: Chatted OutVeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00618654361869856894noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-10777687794218274802014-09-01T15:25:49.644-04:002014-09-01T15:25:49.644-04:00I really like what my friend Judy said to you and ...I really like what my friend Judy said to you and I wholly agree. It is important that we stay true to ourselves and keep our homes and our most beloved our first priority in our lives. I think I would miss you terribly if you completely stopped blogging and yet because all that has happened in our family this last year, I've just not had it in me to be creative and in talking to others, I have found that to be common. <br /><br />It is a real privilege to pray for others even when we have no idea whether their time away is for a most happy reason or for something that is causing a bit of stress. Lovella ♥https://www.blogger.com/profile/13870567090244361779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-80217735443482019992014-08-29T23:27:58.837-04:002014-08-29T23:27:58.837-04:00Bless you, Vee - and thanks for dropping by my pla...Bless you, Vee - and thanks for dropping by my place with a comment! I don't get tons of them. Don't know what I'd do with 60+ of them on one post like you have here! I am a writer. I put a lot of work into my posts and visuals and content. Once I get it all done and edited and published and linked - whew! That's half a day! Then, I do the visiting and commenting. Yeah - another half a day - and when I do more than one post a week . . . well . . . I feel awful when I just can't keep up. For my work as a writer, growing my online presence and platform is very important. I guess I'll keep plugging away - even though I have some big writing deadlines ahead of me and when that happens, my blogging suffers. Sometimes posting just once a week and a couple of visits is all I can manage. But, I do love the medium and have been so blessed meeting such sweet spirits like yours - and all the inspiring, creative ladies who love our Lord. <br />Joy!<br />KathyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-59509162755029939472014-08-29T14:27:54.089-04:002014-08-29T14:27:54.089-04:00Deep breath...now let it out...Take a few days off...Deep breath...now let it out...Take a few days off and enjoy life :) This year too I've been doing what Judy @ My Front Porch has done. I blog without obligation, I visit when I can and post when I have something to post. I love visiting your blog and comments or not I'll still visit :)) Judy https://www.blogger.com/profile/07886053115520735923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-758415116189948932014-08-29T12:13:21.255-04:002014-08-29T12:13:21.255-04:00Yes, I always offer my graphics free for the takin...Yes, I always offer my graphics free for the taking, if they are of any interest to anyone. Veehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00618654361869856894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-29813000087842406172014-08-29T11:38:36.326-04:002014-08-29T11:38:36.326-04:00I'm borrowing your blogging without obligation...I'm borrowing your blogging without obligation sign. I almost always read my favorite blogs, but I don't always comment. Many times I just don't have anything to say ... I could leave a "smile" in the comment box or a wave (~~~~~) to show I've been by! Snaphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16648866385164116020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-3505189056483999962014-08-29T10:27:22.211-04:002014-08-29T10:27:22.211-04:00I, too, second what Judy said. Sometimes I think w...I, too, second what Judy said. Sometimes I think we (at least I do) get caught up in visiting blogs and leaving comments just to be kind and courteous when in reality we don't have too much tie to being doing that. Often something will get neglected around my house in order for me to visit all (which is a LOT) of the blogs I follow. Don't get me wrong, I love visiting and seeing what all of you are up to, but I am having to tell myself that if I only get to your blogs twice a week than it's okay. I am learning that I don't have to be on every day and I find it's easier that way.<br /><br />I have met so many precious people and friends through blogging and like to support their blogs and by visiting them only a coupe time a week I am still supporting them :) Well, I just rambled, didn't I :)<br /><br />Have a great weekend, Vee! Hugs!Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02389136708128457239noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-71752963706743668862014-08-29T09:15:06.240-04:002014-08-29T09:15:06.240-04:00I absolutely get the "chatted out" bit. ...I absolutely get the "chatted out" bit. I think in a sense, I have been shielding the blogging world from the realities of my own real world for so long, and watching words, that the few which eased out seemed to be a torrent to me. Make any sense? Well, I just bent and broke under the weight of the past 8 years. However, I am hauling myself back into the desk chair and I will be pontificating at length once I remember how to do so. I sound like a demented flea. So I will stop. For now!Lindshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17141761866483224572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-53320637370213597152014-08-29T09:11:37.428-04:002014-08-29T09:11:37.428-04:00I love the closing comment of do what makes you fe...I love the closing comment of do what makes you feel lovely! Hopefully, you'll just take a break for awhile, Vee, but please come back. I enjoy your blog and your friendship that I've made. You're a kind, gentle soul Vee. Happy Labor Day weekend and do not only what makes you lovely, but happy, too. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy Kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02803962513834013589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-63005220326552601482014-08-29T00:45:16.966-04:002014-08-29T00:45:16.966-04:00I always tend to think that when a blogger starts ...I always tend to think that when a blogger starts feeling pressured...feels obligated to visit and comment...doesn't post because of writers block...they aren't really happy with blogging at that moment and should stop and "smell the coffee"...for awhile...for a long time...until they are totally ready to come back and really enjoy their blogging.<br />I've been blogging since '07 and have taken a few, very few, breaks along the way. I do get tired, every now and then, and that's when I leave the scene for a bit. <br />It's getting close to a break for Sweet Nothings....maybe you and I can catch a plane and fly off into the wild blue yonder and find something fun to do.....Oh, wait...that's another post, forming in my head.....:) :)bj https://www.blogger.com/profile/09327534885194207074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-18442596333571467932014-08-29T00:29:19.950-04:002014-08-29T00:29:19.950-04:00Where to even start? You are one of my first and...Where to even start? You are one of my first and foremost blogging friends...one I have met in real life...one who makes me smile...and one who I hope to stay connected with in the future. I like that advice...'do what makes you feel lovely'. Take a break...pick up where you left off when you want to. I enjoyed reading the comments right here...such good thoughts on life in blogdom. <br /><br />I used to be a regular visitor to Dee Dee's blog. At some point, she changed to a new blog called 'A Whitewashed Cottage' which has never allowed comments. She also no longer leaves comments on other blogs. Her blog is still a lovely place to visit...but I somehow never find my way there anymore. Two-way conversation is a good thing when blogging. <br /><br />As you know, I have done a whole lot less blogging this year...though I still love to visit my favorite blogging friends. And guess what? I like blogging...no obligation blogging. I post on occasion and visit when I have time. <br /> <br />Here's my advice. Take a break. Come back when you can't stand it anymore! :) Maybe next week. Judy https://www.blogger.com/profile/00929685771427155673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-54831659659592704532014-08-28T23:12:34.537-04:002014-08-28T23:12:34.537-04:00Hugs to you, dear friend! I will add my plea with ...Hugs to you, dear friend! I will add my plea with so many others that you <i>not</i> stop blogging altogether, but find a way that will bring you joy. Obligation, stress, worry...those elements are not bringing anyone joy, as is evidenced by most of your commenters today. Community, sharing, thoughtfulness, friendship, peace...those are the joys of blogging that we don't want to lose! <br /><br />I agree with Angela that we should all agree to enjoy one another and not take offense. Wise counsel! <br /><br />All that said, I got such a chuckle out of Debby...and then Debbie...who were commenting on the comments! What a hoot! And I laughed out loud at Kathleen Grace when she said "All God's children have a life offline." :DCheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-75290945492284409762014-08-28T22:50:30.108-04:002014-08-28T22:50:30.108-04:00Well, I can so relate to what you've written.....Well, I can so relate to what you've written...camp and cottage livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09493023859271366201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-17822438632868022902014-08-28T22:31:40.812-04:002014-08-28T22:31:40.812-04:00wow.........I am a stalker, as I love to visit and...wow.........I am a stalker, as I love to visit and comment. I don't think a true stalker bothers to leave comments. I hate when comments are off, I understand the whole Sunday thing, but I do believe Our Lord loves all the interaction. I have become disillusioned with blogging. There are greedy ones looking to make a killing, and Martha Stewart wannabes, and holy than thou types who like to preach, and the ones who redecorate every couple of months. I read a lot less blogs these days, just not that interested. But the ones I like and admire, I do love to comment. Otherwise, it is just all these egos clamoring for magazines or whatever. Barbara F.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05650730931602700042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-35164714972433835472014-08-28T22:24:51.129-04:002014-08-28T22:24:51.129-04:00yep yep yep....love your point of view Vee..yep yep yep....love your point of view Vee..hidden art of homemakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08776454203241599073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-47362669885202136062014-08-28T22:18:57.668-04:002014-08-28T22:18:57.668-04:00I was too early and clicked on this before it real...I was too early and clicked on this before it really came onto your blog this morning and it said oops nothing here for you to see. Now I'm back and see that there is something to see. Ebb and flow and lean and full and tired and energized, little and abundant. That's the flow of life and our blogs maybe...<br />A quote from "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" would come to mind if you decided to leave..."why you want to leave me?" My blogging energy has been low, but I feel so connected to certain people I would be sad to stop hearing from them or seeing what's going on. I would call a stalker someone who visits and never comments. If you take a break don't be gone too long please...ellen b.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14531430948905935301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-38156080047966718792014-08-28T20:18:15.860-04:002014-08-28T20:18:15.860-04:00Oh dear! That'd be as bad as the ubiquitous th...Oh dear! That'd be as bad as the ubiquitous <i>thank you for sharing.</i>Veehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00618654361869856894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-58152613715324709502014-08-28T19:56:34.984-04:002014-08-28T19:56:34.984-04:00I'm coming into this conversation late, becaus...I'm coming into this conversation late, because I can't keep up . . . . haha seriously! I'm still new to blogging (9 months), and I really can't keep up. I couldn't even read through all these comments because I have other things to do right now. Blogging takes a LOT of time, esp the visiting and commenting. But, I also have enjoyed meeting so many wonderful people. I'm really glad to hear you all talking about this, because I thought I was the only one, and wondering how everyone else did it!!<br />Speaking of parties -- I linked to a lot every week when I started, but now I'm rethinking that. Sometimes I don't really feel like doing a post that fits in with a party. So not doing as many has been a little freeing.<br />I look forward to suggestions -- maybe I'll try to read through all the above comments to see if I missed any! :) thanks Vee for bringing this up.<br />Deborah Montgomeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04366855994841922862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-23696296726512121912014-08-28T19:51:43.771-04:002014-08-28T19:51:43.771-04:00Jeepers Vee... You are so awesome at leaving witty...Jeepers Vee... You are so awesome at leaving witty insightful thoughtful comments. I often wonder how you are able to comment in that manner on so many blogs. If it is wearing you out it will be our loss so pace yourself. Nothing wrong with just leaving a smilie face as a calling card either!Thoughts on Life and Millinery.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15826496514403918108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-69038467317175475452014-08-28T19:45:11.551-04:002014-08-28T19:45:11.551-04:00As usual, I'm late to the party. :) I didn&#...As usual, I'm late to the party. :) I didn't realize that commenting all the time was considered stalking in Blogland. You truly do learn something new every day! I like comments. I like getting them and I like leaving them. But I don't always have time to write something meaningful. And some days I'm just out of words. Real life should always come first. Blogging should be fun (unless you're blogging for business). I hope you'll find your balance, Vee. It sounds like you need to make some changes! I've always loved your blog and while I don't always leave a comment, I read every word you write. Oh wait. That sounded kind of stalker-ish, didn't it? xoxoLyndahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13213182072929718035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-38622116527968331142014-08-28T19:08:32.226-04:002014-08-28T19:08:32.226-04:00I could not agree with you more and I feel the sam...I could not agree with you more and I feel the same way. Chatty Cronehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02232040517217024681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-43132993502653624172014-08-28T18:54:58.885-04:002014-08-28T18:54:58.885-04:00Seems like everything has already been said.
I agr...Seems like everything has already been said.<br />I agree with Angela and if I commented something of my own that is what I would have said. : )happyonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14186179870233267082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-53547555004852007952014-08-28T17:08:33.407-04:002014-08-28T17:08:33.407-04:00I never did find any rules of etiquette and just a...I never did find any rules of etiquette and just assumed them on my own. I agree that obligation has gone beyond what it should be and we need to rethink our priorities.<br />Judith @ Lavender Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16361061491506137380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-59699753846213140182014-08-28T16:38:55.193-04:002014-08-28T16:38:55.193-04:00Way back to your kitchen post, I like to work alon...Way back to your kitchen post, I like to work alone, most likely because I find it hard to cook and talk at the same time. I need to focus. The fact that I'm reading that post today shows that I have not read blogs in a couple of days. I feel like I should comment if I read the blog, and I thought if you read blogs without commenting, THAT was being a stalker. But I'm finding it harder to comment, which may be "blogger fatigue" but I do miss reading blogger friends' blogs. Maybe a busy season of life may be part of it. Everyone else's comments have been so interesting. Thanks for bringing up the topic Vee but don't quit please! You bring a smile every time I "read you."podsohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14880888514207597761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-53034621089822222962014-08-28T15:10:47.320-04:002014-08-28T15:10:47.320-04:00Yes, Yes, Yes. Every word, especially that last pa...Yes, Yes, Yes. Every word, especially that last paragraph. I should have just read yours and said "Ditto" instead of writing the novel below. Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05671482394424988047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152193618785368659.post-66454250361288739892014-08-28T15:04:11.400-04:002014-08-28T15:04:11.400-04:00Oh.
Good. "
Grief!!!!Oh.<br />Good. "<br />Grief!!!!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05671482394424988047noreply@blogger.com