naby64
Drama Llama
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Jun 25, 2014 21:44:13 GMT
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Post by naby64 on Nov 7, 2022 17:22:47 GMT
Wintering...it sounds lovely. But scary at the same time. I keep things tamped down and don't dare open myself to really feeling. I do wonder if I tried this, would I be able to climb back out. I love that you are able to do this and I am also one of those Peas that just admire you for how you conduct yourself with grace here on the board. I feel in the next week or so, we may all need more grace. jeremysgirl I would also love to send you a Christmas card. I'll PM you. If that is ok.
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Post by Ryann on Nov 7, 2022 17:35:04 GMT
I hope you have a peaceful wintering, and that you find what you need to continue forward. We'll be here when you are ready.
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peasquared
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Jul 6, 2014 23:59:59 GMT
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Post by peasquared on Nov 7, 2022 18:02:26 GMT
Sending you lots of love, jeremysgirl. I hope this fills your heart and your soul, and gives you strength. You amaze me everyday with your kindness and grace. I hope that you return again, you will be very missed here!
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Post by jeremysgirl on Nov 7, 2022 18:46:54 GMT
I hope that you return again, you will be very missed here! I absolutely will return again. I promise. Who knows if I can even make it until Spring.
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Post by papersilly on Nov 7, 2022 18:52:26 GMT
Wintering...it sounds lovely. But scary at the same time. I keep things tamped down and don't dare open myself to really feeling. I do wonder if I tried this, would I be able to climb back out. I love that you are able to do this and I am also one of those Peas that just admire you for how you conduct yourself with grace here on the board. I feel in the next week or so, we may all need more grace. jeremysgirl I would also love to send you a Christmas card. I'll PM you. If that is ok. i'm the same way. tamped down is the perfect way to describe it.
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Post by quinlove on Nov 7, 2022 18:57:29 GMT
Come back to us whenever it is good for you. In the meantime, your grace and wisdom will be missed.
Sending love to you JG. ❤️
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Sue
Pearl Clutcher
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Location: SE of Portland, Oregon
Jun 26, 2014 18:42:33 GMT
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Post by Sue on Nov 7, 2022 19:07:44 GMT
Two things to look forward to in the spring.. warmer weather and your return to the board. I hope that your time away from us is everything you need it to be with new creative endeavors and reconnecting with loved ones and friends. And most especially I pray that you will find the calmness and peace that you so deserve. You will definitely be missed while you are away.
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Post by paperaddictedpea on Nov 7, 2022 21:06:22 GMT
You’ll be missed here but I hope that this break will bring you peace.
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Nov 7, 2022 21:23:09 GMT
I'm not sure how I missed this thread until now, but I'm glad to have finally read it nonetheless. I would have wondered where you were because your absence will surely be huge for us as you are such a valued member of this family. Instead I send good wishes for you that your wintering allows some needed recalibration of yourself. I love the idea and applaud you for taking such an intentional step for yourself.
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Post by scrapcat on Nov 7, 2022 21:43:53 GMT
Wishing you well. I always enjoy your insight and self-awareness. You always give me something to think about.
When I was going thru a difficult time, I practiced silence, something learned from yoga/buddhism. It went on for a few months and it was life changing for me. I was able to work thru a lot and come out the other side changed for the better (I think). I still do it for shorter periods of time once in a while when I just need to kind of work within.
I hope you find some peace, healing, whatever you need. Be well.
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Post by summer on Nov 7, 2022 21:49:41 GMT
You will be missed. I hope your wintering brings you the peace you are searching for. We will be here when you are ready to come back.
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Post by scrapmaven on Nov 7, 2022 21:53:11 GMT
scrappert , I've noticed your absence and really miss you on the thread. I hope that you're healing and finding balance. jeremysgirl, I think it's apparent that you have a board full of women from all over the world who are in your corner. You have brought this much love and support into your universe. You did it, because you give so much love and support. Look at the positive energy that you put into the universe. Now is the time to let everyone else give back. I'm glad that you had fun w/your bff. Time for a lot more of that!
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jayfab
Drama Llama
procastinating
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Jun 26, 2014 21:55:15 GMT
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Post by jayfab on Nov 7, 2022 22:43:03 GMT
My dd was just commenting the other day about how "Everyone thinks Winter is the end. But it's not. It is a time of rest and reconstruction and a protector of the seeds of moving on". She had been reading some writings by Canadian First Nations elders about life's seasons. I hope you find the peace and personal connection you seek, and look forward to hearing from you in March. What a great quote. TFS
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DEX
Pearl Clutcher
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Aug 9, 2014 23:13:22 GMT
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Post by DEX on Nov 7, 2022 23:43:33 GMT
I haven't read all the other responses but I have been thinking about this for a few days and wanted to offer my advice. Feel free to ignore if you like.
You know all this but I think it is important to really get in touch with your feelings in order to move on. You know that not dealing with your feelings following a loss only guarantees that those feelings will show up at another time. Working with a therapist and taking your medication, along with all of the other self care things you do for yourself, are important also.
My only question is why does it have to be "wintering" for a specific period of time? I don't like specific deadlines when dealing with grief and loss. If this place brings you joy and you find out that you miss us too much, please come back whenever you wish. It might be 3 days, a week, sporadically or next summer. Give yourself...until. Until you feel your soul has healed some and you are ready to come back to your crazy sisters. We will miss you like crazy. Who is going to be our role model for grace while you are gone?
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