We've got challenging times ahead here – our health is fine but our lively-hood is about to hit another metamorphosis. I've really enjoyed getting back into blogging so despite this upcoming turbulence I'll endeavor to continue with this space regularly. It feels a little bit strange to be snapping silly fashion shots amidst a more serious state of affairs, but I've realised it's good for me to stay active in this little community of like-minded souls.
This necklace was gifted to me by a blog reader and talented jeweler from Barcelona, Elena. We've never met yet she designed and hand-made this beautiful piece especially for me when BB was born. I've been wearing it a lot recently to remind me about all the good stuff that's come from Rummey Bears.
Yup, the warm, fuzzy bloggy feeling is back again.
It is a happy supportive community, i agree! I love that you are posting more often, and keep the frivolous fashion shoots a comin'.
ReplyDeletexo em
p.s coming out of the hardest time in our marriage/ family life- i will remind you through this hard time that it does end. eventually. Family remains, love remains.
I too have been constantly blessed with the generosity of this community. When I went travelling around the States and Canada four years ago, everywhere I went there was a blogger or blog reader ready to host me - their hospitality and kindness was incredible :)
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear things are challenging at the moment. Like the commenter above said, the hard times don't last forever. I'm sure you'll get through it with lots of love and support from the people in your life, on and off line :) xx
We go up and down like you too .... we have just come out of a yucky time ... hang in there beautiful girl ... the shitty times will pass ...
ReplyDelete(you looked so cute in those pics with BB ... and I loooove your $20.00 dollar rug !!!)
Sometimes you just gotta hang in there.
ReplyDeleteI remember ages ago you posted about the woman in the supermarket who shouted you some tomatoes. She told you she'd been there, too --- scratching around for coins in her bag. There's a beauty and a grace in the people who have been through these times and learn from them. One day you'll be that lovely lady in the supermarket.
Take care.
Blogging can be a useful distraction. Or not when you have a looming deadline on a uni assignment. Dang! If you start to feel overwhelmed and perhaps alone at times, please don't cut yourself off. We all need our outlets during the shitting periods and this blogging gig might come in handy.
ReplyDeleteSometimes silly can be the welcome cure for serious. Maybe we should start playing some fun and crazy games on this thing...
I'm so glad you're back Anna and it's your blog that given me the warm fuzzies over the last 18 months or so. xx
So happy to see blog posts from the Rummey's direction popping up more and more often. It's a beautiful space here and always a lovely distraction.
ReplyDeleteThis blogging thing is a curious one, with ups and downs like any relationship, but I'm cherishing it more than ever right now with all the awesome advice and encouragement from beautiful Mamas around the world I've received since announcing we're pregnant. And I'm sure I will as we start on the crazy parenthood journey.
I hope life isn't too turbulent xx
ps. Fantastic necklace, book display and lamp. Love it all xx
hello. i am new to your little corner of the land of blogs. and i love visiting! sorry to hear that times are not so rosy for you right now...i hope it is a chapter that doesn't take too long to get through. it certainly looks like you have an amazing family to see you to the other side. and that is what counts...i hope they keep your spirits up and heart light when it matters. and it is good therapy to come here and write about anything and be creative and take lovely pictures...good for you and us! best wishes and a hug should you need one. x
ReplyDeleteHello Anna. Thanks for your honesty - it's definitely something that I (and I think many others) enjoy about your blog. I'm sorry to hear that times are a bit rocky right now. I have every faith that things will change for the better. Hang on in there! M xx
ReplyDeletePS - beautiful necklace and a wonderful story to go with it.
Like everyone else, i've been delighted to see your posts popping up in my feed! Hope all is well in your world xx
ReplyDeleteAnna, I love visiting this little space and I often find myself nodding or smiling over whatever you have to say. I wish the Rummey Bear household strength and endurance for the challenges ahead.
ReplyDeleteHi lovely lady, I haven't been commenting but I have read all your recent posts and have really enjoyed seeing that you are back to blogging. I've always loved the photos and words on this space so keep 'm coming. Blogging can be a great escape from the tough realities of life. Sending you positive thoughts to get through this tough patch. Bisous
ReplyDeletehope all goes well with your future plans, glad you're feeling bloggy again!
ReplyDeleteIt's wonderful to be able to tap into this online community. I struggle a bit with blogging sometimes because I get too charmed by everyone's stories, so drawn in - and waste a bit too much time. But I do love it, and I think it's a great thing to realise that perhaps the world isn't so big and overwhelming after all. There's people just like us... everywhere. And to reach out and be a part of something like that is pretty special.
ReplyDeleteThis was such a beautiful post, Anna. Remember, you need the rough times to appreciate the good. What doesn't kill us makes us stronger. Look after you and yours...X
P.S - that necklace, and all it represents, is just divine! x
ReplyDeleteThe necklace is so lovely, what a beautiful gift. (And such a gorgeous way to photograph it too.) I think it's so incredible that people can find support and make friends of sorts through blogging. I hope all you Rummey Bears are ok. Kellie xx
ReplyDeleteDear Anna,
ReplyDeleteMaybe the turbulence will be GOOD turbulence? Something positive always comes out of hard times.
2010 was - barring the birth of our wonderful 3rd child - very tough indeed for us. This year has been much better although we are still waiting to close a couple of complicated chapters.
Have faith. You seem like a splendid family. Downs will not change that.
It's good to see you back with a smile.
Woohoo! Loving seeing you pop up in my reader more. *s*
ReplyDeleteps. good luck.
I love reading your blog...
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I'm so proud of that piece being a symbol giving you the strength you need. It was made from love to you, and it's nice you remember.
ReplyDeletenice times are going to come. that's for sure. and i hope you feel better now.
thanks for the post.
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