taking a BREAK

Ya know, ever since I started this blog, three years and one month ago, I've NEVER taken a blog break. No weekneds off, no mini vacation... nothing! I've blogged nearly every other day, sometimes 2-3 times a day, sometimes EVERY day for all of this time.

My Internet friend Andrea over at Fly inspired me to take a break. So with long consideration and debate I've decided to take a break.

image via Flickr

I'm letting go my insecurities of loosing my spot in the blog popularity race. I have great confidence that you guys will be here when I get back.

THE REASON FOR MY BREAK
1. You may remember in January my husband was in the hospital for a week. Since March he has been ill again (not hospitalized this time).

We've been meeting with doctors and specialists trying to get a diagnosis. It's been a lot to be a caregiver.

2. Last year I madeunder my May. I spent the month doing a makeunderof my life following Jess' rules.

I definitely need to get some order in my life before things get too overwhelming.

3. I have some wonderful summer crafting events coming up starting in June. So I need to get my cupcake bath fizzie sweat shop going!

WHAT I WILL BE DOING
1. I will still be researching trends and keeping up with ALL of the blogs that I follow.

You can find me poking around on:
• Pinterest
• Twitter
• Flickr

2. My Etsy shop WILL STAY OPEN!

The new spring cupcake bath fizzies are now available on my Etsy shop just in time for Mother's Day.

3. I planted garden last weekend!

I got a gril tool! Here is what I grilled yesterday.

I'll be continuing on fulfilling my new year's resolutions.

4. GIFT GIVING! Birthdays and other special events aren't going to stop because I'm on break. I'll be sure to take photos and document my givings for a gift giving 101 post.

WHEN WILL I BE BACK?
Memorial Day, May 30th, 2011.

Gosh, that seems SO FAR AWAY! However, I figured that Memorial Day is a marker for the beginning of summer and would be a great marker of my comeback.

I'll try my best not to look at my blog stats everyday to see if you're still checking in and reading old blog posts.

Feel free to leave me a comment on this blog post, Tweet me, check out my findings on Pinterest, comment on one of my Flickr photos or visit some of my old blog posts.

I'll leave you with 6 Foot 7 Foot - Lil Wayne ft. Cory Gunz cover by @KarminMusic). This girl's rapping skills are SO HOT!

I'll see you soon!

Comments

[jessi]

good for you for taking a break! i'll still be here and i'm officially following you on pinterest :) have a happy may! also, i hope all goes well with hubby!

[Jeanee]

Awh Jessie, you're a doll. See you on Pinterest & Twitter!

[Cathie]

Enjoy your well deserved break! I just recently discovered your blog so I have a lot to catch up on. And sending good thoughts for you and your husband.

[Jeanee]

Welcome Cathie! And thanks a lot ^.^

[Car Title Loans]

Everyone needs a break from time to time; so long as you're not quitting :) I love the first photo of the teddy bear, by the way. Best wishes for your husband's health.
Ava

[Jeanee]

No Ava, I'm not quitting!!! Thanks for your wishes.

[ernie khusry]

have a great break-time dear! a month to go!.... am gonna miss your entry! wish u & hubby all the best ...

[Jeanee]

Thank you Ernie! Glad that I decided to take a break. Already misplaced my mind today. But I quickly found it ^.^

[EIRIC]

Sending good thoughts for your husband's health. Enjoy your time off.

[Jeanee]

Thanks EIRIC! I'm getting lots of rest.

[Jeanee]

Thanks Anne-Marie! I won't be as busy as you with your newborn!