tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post2832567978054016265..comments2024-03-10T21:19:25.587-07:00Comments on Wsprsweetly of Cottages: ~SOMETIMES WE JUST HAVE TO FACE IT...Wsprsweetly Of Cottageshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17990765326246470929noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-90423634506359063662019-08-30T04:11:33.709-07:002019-08-30T04:11:33.709-07:00Wow, excellent post. I'd like to draft like th...Wow, excellent post. I'd like to draft like this too - taking time and real hard work to make a great article. This post has encouraged me to write some posts that I am going to write soon. <a href="https://www.kansenan.jp/" rel="nofollow">PLUEST</a>ADMINhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07926927093606409890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-54132740920262103912015-07-28T07:28:07.509-07:002015-07-28T07:28:07.509-07:00Oh, dear Mona, how well I know of what you speak! ...Oh, dear Mona, how well I know of what you speak! Sometimes I just want to get away and rest from it all. Turning off the computer feels like a vacation. It has so many pulls that distract. So take your breaks as you need them, and once you've rested you'll feel the urge come back. I find that taking pictures of things that interest me in my life make for good blogging opportunities. And don't think that your life is too boring to blog about. It isn't!! I always enjoy visiting with you no matter what you post.<br /><br />And about that face you think is so unfixable. Let me tell you that you are one beautiful woman! I hope I look that good when I get to be your age! <br /><br />Forgive my prying, but have you ever thought of limiting grains? Grains make me ache and hurt like nothing else. And sugar, too. And maybe a bit more protein for energy and stamina? Okay, suggestions over.<br /><br />Take care, dear, sweet Mona! We'll be here when you do get the notion to post. Just show us your lovely home and yard. You have such a lovely place. And hire people when you need to. Then you can enjoy things all nice and tidy, guilt-free.<br /><br />(((hugs)))Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01391750532176282121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-21783296859215566422015-07-26T00:57:29.471-07:002015-07-26T00:57:29.471-07:00Just stopped in to say howdy! And see how your wee...Just stopped in to say howdy! And see how your week wentBeachGypsyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02200510017404641217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-5460879839126961032015-07-23T16:35:22.994-07:002015-07-23T16:35:22.994-07:00While visiting Tessa I became sidetracked by readi...While visiting Tessa I became sidetracked by reading one of your comments and came to visit. I am so touched by the honesty of your post, sharing the reality of your life with your blogging friends. At 72, I already share and face some of the things you've written about. Today was the first day I've posted in 10 days. Although I'd like to post much more frequently, I try not to worry about it and just do it when I can. <br /><br />Keeping in touch with blog friends is what keeps me coming back. I even met a new blog friend yesterday for lunch and we talked each other to pieces because we already felt as if we knew each other, simply from reading each other's blogs. <br /><br />I hope you do post again but most of all I wish you joy in your daily life. That's the most important thing.<br /><br />Best to you,<br />DewenaDewenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07330797553600987145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-80695028282033089562015-07-22T13:19:51.554-07:002015-07-22T13:19:51.554-07:00I totally understand what you are talking about. ...I totally understand what you are talking about. I am back to blogging after taking almost 2 years off to concentrate on family. Time goes by so fast that sometimes you have to take a step back and be in the moment. But thats the good thing about blogging it will always be there. I'd love for you to come for a visit http://www.mybashfullife.com/ Enjoy your week xoxo MickeyMy Bashful Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16793496258651060373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-42429296351606752332015-07-21T20:41:29.558-07:002015-07-21T20:41:29.558-07:00Dear Mona, you have expeessed in your own way what...Dear Mona, you have expeessed in your own way what many of us feel at times regarding blogging. Inhave cur down posts to severalmtimes a week vs. daily blogging. Still, even that becomes time consuming. Bottom line is that each of us has to decide at some point whatnwill make us happier and more content.Beatrice P. Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08281239556392874979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-6285127309256385272015-07-21T09:49:05.526-07:002015-07-21T09:49:05.526-07:00Oh, Dear Mona! I read your words and say a prayer ...Oh, Dear Mona! I read your words and say a prayer for you. I'm so glad you've come to blogland and all through these years I've so enjoyed reading your posts and learning about your life, your children, your daughter's gorgeously painted bathroom! ;) Just rest and don't worry. Just pop in when you feel like it and tell us how you are. I've been so busy since we've moved up here that I am getting a bit tired at times with blogging too. But I'm sure I'll continue as I do love it. My blog ain't too deep, honey! ;) Just fun. Love you and you'll be in my prayers,<br />You're always a sweetie,<br />Shelia ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-80990739040541398112015-07-20T10:44:33.604-07:002015-07-20T10:44:33.604-07:00I may be a wee bit younger than you, but many days...I may be a wee bit younger than you, but many days I feel the same. Mostly right now it's just the summer months have gotten me down. Heat and humidity heat and humidity... it just doesn't give us any relief lately. We all miss you when you are not here in blogland, but we ALL understand completely. xox<br />Pepper Medleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08110649461220452249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-9698847546582906422015-07-20T06:31:00.867-07:002015-07-20T06:31:00.867-07:00I see you have sneakily been changing your banner ...I see you have sneakily been changing your banner picture 😉 which is rather a fun approach and keeps us guessing...is she back? No, still the same post...but a lovely new picture for our pleasure 😘Desireehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01069419364783245762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-70686042326200748082015-07-19T10:52:59.723-07:002015-07-19T10:52:59.723-07:00Oh Mona, you are the reason I have decided to try ...Oh Mona, you are the reason I have decided to try to reignite my passion for blogging. Your comment from back in June, which I just found yesterday, made me realize that there are several people I know through blogging that are people I don't want to lose touch with! And now it appears that you are in the same place I was, where writing the blog has become difficult, if not impossible. But I also know that the support and caring we get from our blogging friends, can help us through hard times. It may be that you just need a break and time to regroup so to speak. I truly hope that you too find your way back to keeping in touch with all of us who care about you. I hope we can keep in touch my friend! Hugs, MelMellodeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07515414035373189099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-72919067127339159962015-07-18T18:09:57.788-07:002015-07-18T18:09:57.788-07:00Blogging is still fun for me since 2007...it has b...Blogging is still fun for me since 2007...it has been a life-saver...it keeps my mind busy..my hands busy...besides just loving taking photos and then play in editing. I just blog about the egg I had for breakfast..or the cake that FINALLY turned out pretty...or the cute thrifts I've found lately...in other words, my blog is so shallow...nothing to bring worries...(don't we have enuf of them in the outside world) Yes, I blog about silly things...but I love it. so, I'll keep doing it.<br />Take care and get a good rest...(I hope the fires out there aren't near you)bj https://www.blogger.com/profile/09327534885194207074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-19244854029385854042015-07-18T05:32:10.363-07:002015-07-18T05:32:10.363-07:00Mona you have asked me why I don't have a blog...Mona you have asked me why I don't have a blog. This is kinda why. Blogs take up a lot of time and effort and I suppose I am not willing to give all that. Maybe at one time I would have but working and keeping a house and yard is enough to do for me at this time. I always enjoy your blog...and you. You are such a dear heart. Write when you feel like it...don't when you don't! Always like keeping up with your latest and greatest decorating successes.Jeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13800999516616856785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-46415269501324359622015-07-17T17:03:44.143-07:002015-07-17T17:03:44.143-07:00Mona,
Your header picture is so pretty. It looks ...Mona,<br />Your header picture is so pretty. It looks cool and refreshing. <br /><br />I always look forward to your posts and I hope that you will continue to post as often as you feel inspired to do so. Don't put too much pressure on yourself. Maybe you just need a little time to recharge your "blogging batteries". I am not too good with posting regularly. I seem to get in blogging moods where I find things to write about and take pictures of, and then suddenly that mood goes away and I find it difficult to get much enthusiasm about writing my blog. I always love reading other people's blogs, though.<br /><br />My next project is going to be learning how to put a header picture on my blog. Ever since I saw how nice your header pictures look, I have wanted to finally get header pictures on mine. I haven't done it yet because I get a little nervous that I might create some disaster that will cause all of my blog to disappear. <br /><br />I will continue to check in here at your site in hopes of seeing your newest happenings. <br /><br />Take care and give that sweet little Mele an extra pat.<br /><br />Susie Donahuesusie @ persimmon moon cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01653330247272673990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-37762914525613386742015-07-16T20:13:05.696-07:002015-07-16T20:13:05.696-07:00I just mentioned to Jack that I'm getting a bi...I just mentioned to Jack that I'm getting a bit tired of all the work that goes into our 6 acres of land and the house plus working full-time. I think when I had 3 months off this past Winter I realized how much I liked not going into work! But, as you say, it is what it is and for a few more years I'll be a worker bee. Blogging has been a struggle too. I feel like I post the same old, same old news each week and I'm getting bored with it all. I love my faithful followers and I enjoy reading posts but keeping a blog up can be hard. I do enjoy reading what you're up too and also seeing what you're up too when you post photos. I get it though and I you have to do what you need to...I just know I'll miss you if you quit! So for now, I'll be happy to catch a post when you feel like throwing one out here! Take care Mona!yayahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12047536332780197024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-87644445768894302132015-07-16T17:47:26.844-07:002015-07-16T17:47:26.844-07:00Oh Mona, w all feel that way too. Some days I am ...Oh Mona, w all feel that way too. Some days I am reading the posts and then other days - no interest. I think it comes with age. I was working out in the garden today pulling up my tomato plants as the drought has taken is tole on them and clipping my roses. I got so damned hot that I had to come in and sit down. I was exhausted. I left everything in piles as the gardener come today. I ran across the street as my neighbor need something and darn if they didn't come and go - mow, blow and go, is what I call them. The gate was locked so no service in the back yard with all the cuttings to throw away. Now I will drag myself out there and hopefully get them picked up before I faint or fall over as the trash man comes tomorrow.<br />So my dear friend we all slow down and feel the same way you do, you not alone.<br />One of these days when it's cooler I will drive out to see you and we'll go to lunch. Hang in there sweet friend.<br />Hugs,<br />MaryMary@mydogsmygardenandmaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03265174897498950754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-40785763992314596422015-07-16T17:09:42.008-07:002015-07-16T17:09:42.008-07:00It did! so I shall start over darn it! ANyways.....It did! so I shall start over darn it! ANyways... what I said was that you are loved here! and that sometimes we need a little break from blogging and our dry wells need some time to refill. I know that my blogging has slowed down some this past year. I used to post a couple or more times a week .. now Im lucky if I get here once a week. but I do so love blogging and reading other blogs. sometimes its ok to post short and sweet.. I was thinking last weekend to post.. "living on popcorn, choc chip cookies, diet pepsi and the beach.. but still alive!" lol! Please dont be gone too awful long.. you will be missed! I love to stop by your blog and see what youre up too. now rest up and let that well refill and come back soon!<br />xoxo<br />vivianvivianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05322440068809986226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-3146146752094304372015-07-16T17:05:23.930-07:002015-07-16T17:05:23.930-07:00I just left a message.. and i think it disappeared...I just left a message.. and i think it disappeared!vivianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05322440068809986226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-46787961522547626382015-07-16T16:19:49.109-07:002015-07-16T16:19:49.109-07:00Mona, The heat zaps my energy. I truly sympathize ...Mona, The heat zaps my energy. I truly sympathize with you though...I hate that I lose stamina, can't walk as far, can't lift as much , or just flat do what the heck I want to. Hugs to you dear friend. Lets' just keep trying. We can't quit now girl. Oh by the way...I love the lamp on your sink...that is so cozy looking. Bless you, xoxo,SusieSusiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06425051654313691986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-47349286140389035802015-07-16T12:08:45.324-07:002015-07-16T12:08:45.324-07:00Dear Mona, your post was beautifully written and t...Dear Mona, your post was beautifully written and touched my heart. Perhaps you are just worn out and need time to rest. Didn;t you just do some amazing redecorating in your so cozy home? And it IS summertime and it IS hot!<br />Still and all, I understand. Louis Dean has been sick for a long time now and I have found myself wondering - is this our new 'normal?'<br />While we all love you and will miss you - you know best how to take care of yourself. Do what brings YOU joy!Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09623820316056914224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-24717879835842931242015-07-16T09:24:28.756-07:002015-07-16T09:24:28.756-07:00Mona I hope you get your enthusiasm back for blogg...Mona I hope you get your enthusiasm back for blogging because I will miss you if you quit. I love your new header. People are age need to have; or at least I do; friends from around the world to keep in touch with. Take care and please post when you feel like it. Have a blessed and peaceful day. Madeline Madeline's Albumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12521816495696902218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-87487107590539958932015-07-16T08:49:19.566-07:002015-07-16T08:49:19.566-07:00I am one of your faithful followers and always mis...I am one of your faithful followers and always miss you when you are gone...it's so understandable...live the life you enjoy most! Big, big hugs to Miss Mona!Estelle'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04565205787406338559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-44715720639722654472015-07-16T08:17:39.693-07:002015-07-16T08:17:39.693-07:00I understand.
I am an email away.
Blessings.I understand.<br /><br />I am an email away. <br /><br />Blessings.Gailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04219479223227928561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-82199471984455849492015-07-16T07:50:08.649-07:002015-07-16T07:50:08.649-07:00Oh my! I could have written this a few months back...Oh my! I could have written this a few months back. I took it easy on myself and backed off on all those things that were stressing me out, including blogging, visiting other blogs, and commenting. I hope that you will find a way forward without pressuring yourself. I do enjoy visiting with you. We are kindred spirits in many of the things we enjoy. All good things to you! Veehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00618654361869856894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-60200682903870354982015-07-16T07:46:10.759-07:002015-07-16T07:46:10.759-07:00It's always a treat to see you have posted. Yo...It's always a treat to see you have posted. Your stories and comments bring a smile to all who come here and your many friends and fans will miss you a lot, but I'm sure everyone can understand your feelings. If we need a Mona fix all we have to do is look back on older posts and you're with us again.<br />Stay happy sweet Mona and enjoy your days no matter how you spend them.<br />Sherry<br />SHERRYhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15287372955609491433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9081468613531112998.post-56727091437097725902015-07-16T07:31:11.221-07:002015-07-16T07:31:11.221-07:00Virtual visits to your lovely home and garden will...Virtual visits to your lovely home and garden will be missed by many and of course, the essence of it all is you, a most wonderful soul, whom we have been exceedingly privileged to get to know. But, there are seasons for everything and if your season of blogging has come to an end, then so be it. You need to follow your heart and be guided by your inner voice. Thank you for having welcomed us into your life so graciously and for having shared so much of what you feel. You are someone we will never forget! <br />Desireehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01069419364783245762noreply@blogger.com