This afternoon I found myself in the backyard (perspiring in this Houston heat) trying to capture a picture of a beautiful blue bird. I thought to myself, "Who can I share these pictures with?" I no longer have a blog?!
It's a woman's prerogative to change her mind! I thought leaving the blog world would somehow simplify my life. It did for a few weeks--however, I've missed the enjoyable creative outlet that comes with all the picture-taking, writing, designing, etc. And most importantly, updating family and friends on the many ordinary days of our family's life. Perhaps I needed a little "Summer vacation" and more time to give to the children? I simply needed to "check out" for awhile. It has been a wonderful Summer, much easier than the last. We have spent our days building with blocks and legos, arts and crafts, swimming, catching frogs, playing with friends, dressing up and dancing (Caroline's favorite), vacationing in Utah and celebrating Maren and Nathan's birthday's. On Monday the big kids will head back to school. Many adventures await them in the fifth and third grades. I must also head back to something...and that just so happens to be writing on our family blog. Welcome back!
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I'm so excited! I had really enjoyed being able to keep up with your family when you were blogging and watching the kids grow. Since you aren't right across the street anymore it was a great way to stay in the loop. Thank you for including me in your blog.
I am so glad you came back! I enjoy reading about your 'ordinary days'. :)
Glad you did! :) I, too, sometimes feel overwhelmed with "cathcing up" (like right now) on the blog.. so I take nice long breaks when needed. You sould too. :)
We're all allowed to take a break now and again. Darling background!
Can't wait to read more posts!
Glad you are back!
I've always had mixed feelings, BUT I always end up continuing to write. I also find that blogging is an outlet that truly brings me joy. It's fun to write and brag about your little ones and I love to hear how you and yours are doing. I love that lil' family of yours, ever since I first learned of Sarah. Thanks for inviting me back!!!!
xoxoxo, Jess
Welcome back! I can't wait to read the past few blog posts and get inspired to redo mine. :)
I am so happy to blog is back. I love seeing a reading about the kids and all your uplifting thoughts.
Thanks for sharing Christine. I enjoy blogging too but I need to be better at it. Practice makes perfect right?! Your family is beautiful. Cant wait to read more.
Welcome back! :)
I'm thrilled that you're back. I've really missed your families pictures!
Don't feel pressure to post daily, just occasionally! :)
YAY! I'm so glad you decided to keep at it. I love your blog!
~kenna
You included ME! HOORAY!!!! Now I can still bug your Dad.
I was so sad, but you were going private. You're sneaky.
Truly, I'm glad you've gone private, your family is to beautiful to be out for the whole world to see. Now the stuff I put on, nobody cares! But, if and I mean IF we EVER have Grand-duckies. I will go private if we include pictures of them.
Oh, Renee............who gets a break? Plus, I owe you money! I will call you when I have 2 dimes to rub together!
Thanks for letting me into your secret place. I love it!
Love you,
HUGS! T
Welcome back, Christine! You have a gift in expressing yourself, I love to keep up with the Giles via your blog. Hope you have a happy and productive school year!
PS. I've taken a hiatus from the blogging world this entire year. I know how you feel! Hopefully I will "rejoin" soon. We all need those little breaks. :)
Dear Christine,
I just wanted to let you know that I love reading your blog! You write so beautifully. I have often been moved to tears by your posts (in a good way!) Your family is so dear! I hope you and Brian will be attending the class of '92 reunion in Fillmore(only roughly 23 months away!) so that I can meet you in person. I'm glad you're back!
Hugs,
Amber
I'm glad your back. I truly enjoy your picture taking and "ordinary days". Thank you for thinking of me.
So glad that you came back to the blogging world! I miss you and am glad to hear you had a great summer!!
Yay!! Thanks for adding me.
Oh I am happy you are back. I've missed your ramblings about life and family, you inspire me. Thank you for returning. love you!
Absolutely. I missed it. Almost as much as I miss your front porch! One of my favorite sights to see, with every changing season.
Wonderful! I've taken some big breaks this summer too but it's just nice to have a creative outlet to remember the small simple moments of life. Looking forward to hearing about your school year!
We've missed you! It was so fun to run into you at the pool!
Glad you are back to posting on your blog. We sure miss your great family! Best wishes!
So great to see you back. Thank you...
Looking forward to staying in touch.
=)
Wow, there are so many people who love you and your thoughts. It will be nice to have you back but nice to take a break.
Glad you are back!!
Yay you're back! I think a break from blogging every now and then is good...
Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! Your blog is one of the most inspiring ones I read. I always would check to see if maybe just by chance you would post something new....and YOU did = )
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