tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post8216940087354098769..comments2024-03-15T15:41:21.785-05:00Comments on Midlife Roadtripper: How Late Is Too Late?Midlife Roadtripperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700277803842883251noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-31601252307970078132010-11-04T09:31:47.111-05:002010-11-04T09:31:47.111-05:00I just deleted over 750 emails sitting in my inbox...I just deleted over 750 emails sitting in my inbox a few days ago. Comments on my blog going back to June. I had every intention of visiting every single blogger since then. I had not, and I finally gave up. Time is against me, and that many emails/comments is totally impossible. It took me most of the day in between other chores, just to get the ole inbox cleaned out. How ridiculous is that?<br /><br />I agree with secret agent woman and slam dunk, a communal thank you is just fine, or even no response. I know I've been in situations where I'm just overwhelmed and can't even deal with the proper protocol at the time. You're still processing everything, and we're here to encourage you, to hold your hand, to send you hugs.<br /><br />You'll get where you need to be in your own best time. :)Girl Tornadohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07289862625817473671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-30477746747499740222010-10-07T16:23:44.499-05:002010-10-07T16:23:44.499-05:00All that matters is that you wrote this post.
Tak...All that matters is that you wrote this post.<br /><br />Take your time.<br /><br />Mimi would tell you: "If you don't take care of yourself, you can't take care of anyone else."<br /><br />JoeyJoeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09990251768655459821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-71885146193017052492010-09-29T20:43:39.144-05:002010-09-29T20:43:39.144-05:00Jacob's wedding gift continues to ride around,...Jacob's wedding gift continues to ride around, unwrapped, in the trunk of my car, though it was purchased before the wedding. . . you have no need to apologize. Take whatever time you need to get back on the keyboard. There are giant holes in your life right now. They will heal over time, not overnight. Just do the next thing that needs doing, and if it is resting or crying or puttering in the garden it will be the right thing. One day it will be writing again.Julie Huke Klockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06440787934142331627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-7809229770350384012010-09-28T20:55:34.695-05:002010-09-28T20:55:34.695-05:00Sometimes life moves so hard and fast that it'...Sometimes life moves so hard and fast that it's hard to squeeze in that quaint, genteel custom of individual thank you's. I think it was fine of you to do a thank you post. And I hope the glimpse of your son on tv helped to lighten your heart and lift your spirits.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-44584453600302804552010-09-28T08:08:42.644-05:002010-09-28T08:08:42.644-05:00Oh, Julie. Your friends know you're grieving a...Oh, Julie. Your friends know you're grieving and rearranging the furniture of your heart. It's never too late, and we're here for you - even if it's just waiting and praying for you.<br /><br />Thank you for your kind words.Deb Shuckahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03439395710731341021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-83192749274273430422010-09-28T00:20:40.351-05:002010-09-28T00:20:40.351-05:00It's never too late. I also believe that most ...It's never too late. I also believe that most bloggers understand the silences that happen surrounding overwhelming events. Lots of hugs :o)Terri B.https://www.blogger.com/profile/12215878121282668358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-51749454471611678372010-09-27T23:18:57.749-05:002010-09-27T23:18:57.749-05:00I think that your post serves as a lovely thank yo...I think that your post serves as a lovely thank you to all of your readers. Responding to 55 comments is a daunting task, anytime and I don't blame you for avoiding it. You've been through a lot, recently and it will take a bit time to bounce back. Just take all the time you need, dear friend, because we've all been in a similar situation and understand. Hugs, MargueriteMargueritehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15846051579802335412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-20024094547563756282010-09-27T21:16:02.515-05:002010-09-27T21:16:02.515-05:00Nothing I can say that has not already been said (...Nothing I can say that has not already been said (and better) by others. So I thank you for the photo of you with your niece. There is comfort in blueberries!<br />(hug)dshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07616750784052488695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-76002232213593322552010-09-27T19:16:46.685-05:002010-09-27T19:16:46.685-05:00I liked this honest and simple threshold statement...I liked this honest and simple threshold statement. Thanks for your sincerity.Adrian Revenaughhttp://rilkemaid@blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-3940454978854269822010-09-27T19:08:23.333-05:002010-09-27T19:08:23.333-05:00I'm here tonight regardless ,
and thrilled th...I'm here tonight regardless , <br />and thrilled that you thought to share the moon.<br />it's enough .<br /><br />peace to you.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15924061349390319473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-61405090773240853122010-09-27T11:52:13.204-05:002010-09-27T11:52:13.204-05:00It's my guess that no one really expects a res...It's my guess that no one really expects a response as they gave freely of themselves and without strings. No worries.rjerdeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12453912819445395042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-83471454422067526232010-09-27T10:27:17.400-05:002010-09-27T10:27:17.400-05:00Julie, I don't think you need the pressure of ...Julie, I don't think you need the pressure of thinking you have to reply to all those comments individually. You've said what you needed to say right here, no??<br /><br />Anybody who blogs knows the scoop. There are time when you can reply and times when you just don't have the right mindset, or the time. Or both. Nobody who has an ounce of self-esteem is going to be in a snit because they didn't get a personal response. Ease up on yourself and take all the time you need before you post again. We'll still be here, 'cos you're worth waiting for.Deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10892637441668897411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-85676942011281146022010-09-27T07:25:18.576-05:002010-09-27T07:25:18.576-05:00You take all the time you need sweetie,((HUGS)).You take all the time you need sweetie,((HUGS)).My Aimless Infatuationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07247232637557244904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-29223250908774875682010-09-27T07:05:46.427-05:002010-09-27T07:05:46.427-05:00Being late is a function of time, dear MJ. Person...Being late is a function of time, dear MJ. Personally, I don't believe that responding to comments is all that important. We follow you because we are "connected" by will, and enjoy the process of where you're going. To that end, keep up the great work. Don't worry about us; we'll still be there behind you. EFHExpat From Hellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08807779856067886443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-42127841817654626542010-09-27T04:57:15.308-05:002010-09-27T04:57:15.308-05:00I concur...it is never too late! Life can throw u...I concur...it is never too late! Life can throw us some big mountains but I prefer to look at them as speed bumps. They are just there to slow us down a bit. Shift into a lower gear and drive forward at a more relaxed pace. <br />Hugs<br />SueAnnSueannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05299288406218968621noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-30215034943255776752010-09-27T01:01:17.865-05:002010-09-27T01:01:17.865-05:00I think all the comments here pretty much cover an...I think all the comments here pretty much cover anything I would have thought of to mention, so I will just leave you a big, fat hug.<br />*H - U - G*Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01508114700180229059noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-4058234257945819082010-09-26T23:04:49.204-05:002010-09-26T23:04:49.204-05:00I think this post more than suffices for "tha...I think this post more than suffices for "thanks." EVERY ONE OF US gets behind; we all have LIVES outside our blogs; we all have people who depend on us; we all have houses to maintain, jobs to work, groceries to buy, meals to cook, laundry to do, appointments to keep. We all have moods, and we sometimes don't feel like corresponding in any fashion; sometimes, in spite of good intentions, we are simply overwhelmed and as time slips away, our guilt grows stronger and stronger.<br /><br />See? We know. Don't stress. Just enjoy those blueberries!ethelmaepotter!https://www.blogger.com/profile/10626030604752269356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-86998450595116161462010-09-26T22:35:39.812-05:002010-09-26T22:35:39.812-05:00I have been wondering about you but then my comput...I have been wondering about you but then my computor time has been sporadic as of late so I thought maybe I had missed a post. I'm thankful that you posted so that I know you are still around.<br /><br />In answer to your question, I don't think it's ever too late. But, I also know that I surely don't expect a response to anything I write to a post. I know that people are busy. In instances like yours in which you've lost a loved one, I expect that for a period of time you will be in grieving mode. <br /><br />I hope the fog lifts soon. I am sorry that things are hard right now. In time you will find your voice once again...in the meantime we will all be here waiting for you. Sending you much love and hugs to you...XXXLorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04441204804740501624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-77793229343823375142010-09-26T22:23:36.552-05:002010-09-26T22:23:36.552-05:00Julie you are never too late sweetie. People care,...Julie you are never too late sweetie. People care, they tell you and they know you are living on an emotional roller coaster. True blogging friends understand and only want what is best for you. Just know you are loved and in our prayers......:-)HugsBerniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03024565921761129108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-86920822455339207892010-09-26T21:54:54.761-05:002010-09-26T21:54:54.761-05:00People understand....don't worry....be happy.....People understand....don't worry....be happy...guilt is not necessary among friends....the goddess in all of us understands everything......I never feel pressed to respond or I would quit blogging....I give when I can and take when needed.....mermaid galleryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04678555215616371872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-44195182766952557982010-09-26T21:51:20.186-05:002010-09-26T21:51:20.186-05:00I like Secret Agent Woman's take. When a life...I like Secret Agent Woman's take. When a life-changing event occurs, I assume that the person will be dealing with it indefinitely and do not expect personalized responses to comments.<br /><br />I think it is to be expected.Slamdunkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13087161268629251860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-76483672069867823582010-09-26T21:08:23.615-05:002010-09-26T21:08:23.615-05:00This is a give and take territory. Don't worry...This is a give and take territory. Don't worry.Rosaria Williamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03133147851332084180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-85223783668813353822010-09-26T21:04:21.980-05:002010-09-26T21:04:21.980-05:00Never too late, darlin'. Especially among frie...Never too late, darlin'. Especially among friends. We all need that space sometimes to recover, to rejuvenate, to process the events in our lives. I'm glad to see you back here, dear friend.<br /><br />The moon is gorgeous tonight.<br /><br />xoxoxoxoxoxo<br />K*Fragrant Liarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09452052210826471034noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-26090058554939285632010-09-26T20:38:15.707-05:002010-09-26T20:38:15.707-05:00It's never too late to write a note of thanks ...It's never too late to write a note of thanks or appreciation. The approach may change, but the sentiments remain the same--mostly. I never feel hurt or upset if I get a note or word after the fact like that. A kind word is always welcome. That's the way I see it.<br /><br />Lee<br /><a href="http://tossingitout.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Tossing It Out</a>Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463633428173967234.post-87112870669352772342010-09-26T20:23:20.180-05:002010-09-26T20:23:20.180-05:00There have been a few occasions when I have posted...There have been a few occasions when I have posted about something very sad or overwhelming for me ad gotten lovely responses of support and god wishes at a time when I was least equipped to answer back. At those times I wrote a communal thank you and moved on. I think that's perfectly okay.<br /><br />(I read that photo caption at first as "eatin' bluebirds..")secret agent womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03763879283931347382noreply@blogger.com