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Thankful Thursday: Thank You...

Did you hear that? Did you hear that thumping sound coming from your computer? That would be me beating my head against the wall....actually, it would be me crashing into the wall. It finally happened....I hit the wall of despair. I am completely overwhelmed, exhausted and frustrated by the events of the last two months, not to mention the last two years. Typically, I am a pretty happy go lucky little bee. The last few weeks...not so much. The last few days....grrrr.....(two sick kids and a sick mommy....not a fun combination....)

I haven't been around the blogs much. I've thrown up a post here and there, but with the "behind the scenes of it all", my commenting/stalking time has been cut DRASTICALLY. I really miss visiting with my bloggy buddies. I've tried to do a wee bit of stalking here and there, but I'm always getting interrupted with some sort of disaster that needs averting. One of the nasty time cutters has been a health condition of my own that combined with stupid perimenopause has made me just a big bunch of fun to be around. Dealing with that, Chilly's issues and the Suckfest 09 that started in April has finally taken it's toll on me...I hope after this weekend, things will finally settle down and I can get down to bloggy business.

Sorry for the somber tone of this post. I hope that after we survive Catherine's Irish dance competition in Scottsdale (two hours away from home) this weekend, I can just "start over" on Monday with a return to the land of Blog. I love blogstalking and can't wait to get back to it!

I do want to say a HUGE thank you to all of my bloggy buddies who continued to stop by for a visit even though I haven't been such a good visitor myself lately. Your support really helped me get through some pretty rough days as of late. Your comments were like little bubbles of joy that really lifted my spirits. It really means alot to me that you still stop by to say hello:)

Have a wonderful weekend, ya'll and hope to see you on Monday!

xoxo,
Dawn

Comments

Cammie said…
I have noticed that you have not been around much. Hope things start getting less sucky soon!
Randi Troxell said…
oh i hope you get to feelin much better my dear... and im so sorry all this has been so stressful on you... i'll keep ya in my thoughts!
Unknown said…
so sorry to hear things are blah right now :( hope you are on the upswing to the positive side!! ps have i told you how cute your blog is?
Crazee Juls said…
I could sooooooo write the exact same post-- I feel the same way. So, I completely understand...hang in there. :)
Devri said…
I haven't been around much latelly either alot of blogstalking too.

We both need a vacay!!!!

together!!!

With out children!

sound good?

thought so!
Unknown said…
Yes we have missed you, but I think we all understand that sometimes you have to take care of you and family first. I hope the Irish Dance competition goes well and things do get settled down for you!
Here is hoping you have a good weekend!
Kristina P. said…
I second Cammie's comment. Hang in there!
Ashley said…
Sorry loverface. Like chocolate much? Because I'll send you a huge box of some delicious cookies I just made - packed with a girl's bff : chocolate!

I miss you. Good luck to Catherine!
Jenners said…
I hope it finally settles down and you can get back to regular life. Isn't it scary that all this stuff is actually regulary life though? Here's hoping for a little less regular and a bit more boring. Hang in there!
Jan said…
Bee who you Bee Bee....
Deb said…
do not give it another thought. life has its way of throwing us curve ball after curve ball, sometimes with no end in sight. you need to take care of yourself and your family, first and foremost. the rest of us will be here if you need us (and even if you don't!)!
Eve said…
So sorry to hear it's been such a difficult year so far.

I'm sure your "start over" will get you back on track, don't forget to drink your coffee - it helps to calm and soothe the soul.

I L-O-V-E your new background, btw!!! I am so jealous - wish it were mine! :)
Caitlin said…
There are rough patches all over, but you will get through it! No matter what it is, you'll get through it and maybe a little stronger when you come out on the other side. :)
Bobby G said…
We all still love you bee! If you dont get to read my blog its you missing out! not me, tho I do love the ego boost I receive from your should be a comedian posts! Love you bee! Fuckin smile for god sakes! you'll feel better
Kelly said…
Oh Dawn, I am so sorry to hear you have been struggling. I hope things perk up for you soon. Hang in there babe. And PLEASE don't feel bad for not finding time to comment. Of all the things to worry about in your life that should be the last.
Vickie said…
Yikes, I am sorry you are all sick! It looks like your house took the germs that were inhabiting my house for what seemed like a month!

Life can get in the way of blogging. Ever since I had a computer virus in February, I can't seem to catch that blogging grove. It slowed me down:(

Hopefully things perk up for next week!
Ally said…
So sorry to hear about the rough times. Especially with illness and personal health issues - I know all about that one.

Wishing you better times, better health, peace, and quiet soon.

Good luck with everything! And hang in there. ;-)

((((HUGS))))
beckylbranch said…
Awe...we will always be here you know where to find us! You just take care of YOU right now! Hope things start looking up for you and it will get easier eventually....<3 Becky
Unknown said…
Well you know I've missed ya...and if you need a little one on one..you know where to find me.

Take care of you...then come take care of your blog...We'll be waiting!!
Amy said…
I'm so sorry things have been stinky. I think we can all relate to that at some time or another in our lives. I'm still trying to shake off a bout of the Blah's myself.

I hope you have time while in Scottsdale to go have dinner or lunch at the Salty Senorita! That will brighten your spirits! (Or maybe you should go get those heels you've been wanting...)
kado! said…
hope life slows down soon so you can get back to blogging...if you figure out the secret...let me know too....I think my life fills up as fast as my google reader!
Robyn Jones said…
awww...sorry things have been frustrating...I hope you had a good break this weekend...

If you get the chance i tagged you in a meme...8 things about me...

You can't not laugh for long...so it is bound to get better... :)
Ter said…
I'm the pageant queen of the Suck Fest, didn't you know?
Aw honey!!! You are so awesome. You will rock it!!
Anonymous said…
Okay Dawn, try to get some relax time in...we'll be here waiting for you. Wish I could help otherwise! Big hugs to you and hope you all feel better.

Jamie :)
Tom said…
I can relate to not having the time to visit all the blogs you'd like. Take the time to do what you need to. I hope you can get some time back and things improve for you.
Jess said…
It's cuz we love you cupcake. Cheer up!
The Blonde Duck said…
I hope things get better for you soon!
Anonymous said…
Have courage! Gad, isn't perimenopause fun? Hope things get a whole lot better very soon.
{Hugs} I can understand wanting to start over!! I hope this weekend goes well and you find that fresh start you are looking for!! Hang in there!
nikkicrumpet said…
It bites when a bunch of things go bad at the same time...and not feeling well makes it so much worse. Hang in there...and I hope things start looking up TODAY!
Raven said…
I've been MIA myself for the past month or so and for that I apologise. My thoughts and prayers are always with you...I look forward to more blog stalking with you soon!

p.s. ...Hopefully you got my package! :)

xxx
Debra said…
Honey, I hope you get to feeling better. And your family too! I think I have perimenopause too. It absolutely SUCKS! I hope you have a wondeful weekend!
Don't try to be a superwoman. You come back when you are ready. We love you and will be waiting to hear from you!

xox
LadyStyx said…
Dontcha just hate when real life interferes with stuff you'd rather be doing?
Stacy Uncorked said…
Awwwww! Hope you (and everyone else) are feeling better soon! You are missed, but we'll be here when you are! ;) ((HUGZ!))
kimberlee said…
I am sorry things have been particularly rough lately.
DiPaola Momma said…
Sending you a whole bubble MACHINE worth of support, wub and warm thoughts. I haop that Catherine's competition went well and WELCOME to Monday!
Anonymous said…
Hope things settle down for you soon!
Alexis AKA MOM said…
Missed ya sweetie, sorry I haven't been around either. This stupid cold has been kicking my butt for 3 weeks now ;(.

Take it easy and I can't wait to see you :)
Mrs4444 said…
Sounds like you could use a good cry. May I suggest Terms of Endearment, Big Fish, Born Free, Old Yeller, or Brian's Song? (Mr.4444 helped me with the last three.) Hugs to you my friend.

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