Tuesday, November 18, 2014

So, there's that



There's something I've been meaning to share with you guys for the past 2 months, but wasn't sure just how I should do it. At this point, all I can think to do is blurt it out, so here it is: after eight years together Tom and I decided to part ways, on friendly (but unavoidably emotional) terms. He's even made a big move across the country for work, which seems to have helped officially set us on our separate paths.

We still talk, and I'm still here doing my thing, but the creative juices have not been, let's say, flowing as much as I'm used to. Cooking dinner or rearranging pictures on the wall seem like very simple tasks but are the types of things that have been sapping me of creative energy day-to-day.

Please don't picture me dejected on the couch, though. I've also picked up a couple of new activities that have been filling my weeks. I joined my company's softball team this fall (had not picked up a ball/glove in about a decade) and have been taking a yoga class with my mom. I've also been going to at least one estate sale a weekend, which I'm definitely enjoying. Add hanging out with my girlfriends to the mix and there's not much time left over for sewing or other creative pursuits.

This life change has also brought me to work on revamping my home for a fresh start, and to fill new furniture gaps (I've learned I'm very picky about coffee tables!), including my sewing space, sort-of pictured above, and finally very gently dipping my toe back into some sewy things (yes, cutting out, but not actually sewing, a PDF pattern and fabric counts).

There is not much to officially show for it yet, but I just wanted to let you guys know I'm really still here... doing some things!

17 comments:

  1. Hugs! I'm sure that wasn't an easy post to write... and not an easy time to live through, either. Glad you are doing well, and I'll look forward to your blog getting rolling again whenever you are in the mood!

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  2. Aw Sue, I'm sorry to hear your news. But sounds like you are going about it in the best way - I'm sure those new hobbies are taking your mind of it (unlike sewing might, because when you are sewing you are on your own and have time to think - that's how I would be anyway!).
    I'm jealous of the estate sale you guys have over there, we don't really have them over in the UK. You must share any finds you get on your blog - I always love having a nosey!

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  3. Sue, I'm so sorry to hear that. :( Whether amicable or not, breakups, especially after a long time, are never easy. Take your time, heal, cut out as many pdfs without sewing them as you please. We'll still be here when you are ready.

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  4. Break ups suck. Even when they are the right thing. Estate sales are the right way to go IMHO :-) Lots of patterns, fabric and colored Pyrex to be had.

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  5. Oh Sue, I'm so sorry about your split up. Breakups are hard, no matter how friendly the terms. Take care of yourself in all the ways you need to. Sending you lots of warm thoughts...

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  6. Sorry about your break up, they are never easy. Seems like your keeping yourself busy and surrounded by friends & family. That's the best thing you could do for yourself. Hugs! :)

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  7. oh Sue, life trow us curve balls along the way but what matter is how we pick ourselves up. keep up the good spirits and take care , ok ... lots of love xx

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  8. So sorry to hear - my thoughts and prayers are with you *hugs* Glad to hear you have family & friends surrounding you & keeping your spirits up :)

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  9. I'm really sorry to hear that you're going through a rough time. Thinking of you!

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  10. So sorry to hear that - sending much love your way!

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  11. Glad to hear you're keeping busy, that always helps! X

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  12. Aw that's tough Sue, I'm sorry to hear your news. I hope you get some of your creative energy back soon and good for you for getting stuck into some new hobbies. You go girl! xx

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  13. Hang in there! It'll get better! Spending time with people definitely helps. :)

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  14. Lovely comments from others have said it all. Sounds like you are handling it really well.

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  15. Sorry to hear about the break-up Sue. Hope you're well and don't stress about being creative/blogging, all in good time. X

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