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Thursday, September 16, 2010

Major Changes

There is no easy way to say this, or to sugar coat it, so I’m just gonna blurt it out.

I am getting divorced.

There. I said it.

The process has been started and I am now starting the process of sorting and packing my stuff, since I will not continue living in Illinois once this is all said and done.

I will be de-stashing fabric on Etsy. I’ll let you know once I get that going!

I would really appreciate your thoughts and prayers.

Everything is amicable and I want to state for the record that I do not hate my soon-to-be ex-husband and have no desire to “bash” him. What’s happening is just the way it is and he is no more to blame for it than I am.

Needless to say my crafting will be curtailed for quite a while. I hope to be able to do some sewing but so far I honestly haven’t had any desire to do anything.

I do plan to keep blogging, if I have anything to blog about. But my posts may be few for a while.

Hugs to all!

Jennie

42 comments:

  1. sorry to hear that, best of luck during this difficult time!!

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  2. Jennie, my thoughts and prayers are certainly with you, my blogging friend! I have three sisters and two brothers (!) that have gone through divorces and so I know a little about what you're going through but don't pretend to know all. It sounds like you have a good attitude about it which will serve you well. (Not meaning to be preachy) I hope you find a wonderful place to settle with a perfect spot for your crafting and enjoymentv when you get there and are ready! Be blessed and bless! xo Jodi

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  3. Oh, lots of prayers for you as these hard things start. Your creative energy will be missed here in Chicago. I hope you're getting to go back to that beautiful NY area.

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  4. My thoughts and prayers are with you. This is, I am sure, a difficult time for you and I wish you all the best.

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  5. You are not alone,my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know how hard it is, and how hard it's gonna be, but we are survivers.

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  6. Bless you as you walk through this.....and you will get "through" not stuck somewhere half way.
    Enjoy that fabric as you sort it...and do not be too much in a rush to get rid of things if it can be avoided.

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  7. Hugs.I'll be thinking about you.

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  8. I'm really sorry to hear of your breakup and the difficult time you are going through with all the changes... I will be praying and thinking of you too and I hope you will manage to keep on with a little sewing. After all, sewing is what keeps a lot of us sane! Whenever one door closes, another door opens and I hope you get through this dark period soon and find the new door has wonderful possibilites! All the best xoxo

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  9. Sorry to hear that Jennie. Will definitely send thoughts and prayers your way.

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  10. Prayers Jennie. Take care of yourself.

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  11. I am so sorry Jennie. Divorce is so hard even when it is a mutual decision. I have been through it and wouldn't wish it on anyone. I will pray for you.

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  12. I'm so sorry to hear that. I hope that it means you get to move back to NY near your family and friends. If you do, I'd love to see you.

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  13. ....so sorry....we'll miss u at the MQG.

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  14. I am sorry, Jennie. These things are never easy. You have my prayers.

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  15. I wish you strength in the coming months - this has got to be the hardest thing you've had to deal with. Sending a big cyber hug to you and hoping that you know you can always "talk" to us crazy quilters. Take care!

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  16. Hugs Jennie. During hard times I try to do one really nice thing for myself every day, even if it's as simple taking an hour to go read a good book or eat some chocolate without guilt.

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  17. Jennie, I am a follower who looks at pretty pictures more than she comments. None-the-less, I wanted to let you know I am thinking of you. Stay strong!!

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  18. I have been in your shoes and am now remarried. Just remember that this pain is temporary and that there is hope and love in the future if you leave your heart open.

    Good luck packing and getting settled wherever you land.

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  19. so sorry, take care of yourself and remember new, good things are ahead!

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  20. I'm so sorry Jennie. **HUGS** Please take care of yourself and you are in my prayers. God bless.

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  21. So sorry to read this Jennie. I'll keep you in my T&P's in the days ahead. {{hugs}}

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  22. Sending you hugs and hoping to meet up with you some day soon!

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  23. Sending thoughts, prayers and {hugs}.

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  24. Jennie, I am so sorry...I can understand what you are going though because I am going though the same thing...it isn't easy. Sending hugs and prayers your way. Keep your chin up and hang in there!

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  25. sorry to hear that you are going through this right now...sending you some good thoughts!!

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  26. Jennie, I'm sorry to hear your news, sending you big hugs and you are in my thoughts. Change doens't have to be a bad thing, and I'll be here when you feel a blog post calling :) Be happy where ever you settle.

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  27. I'm so very sorry to hear your news and I wish you well with all of the changes that are on your horizon. Hugs from Canada, too.

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  28. Hugs! My thoughts are with you. Take care.

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  29. Just do what you need to do. Take care. We will be here waiting for you.

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  30. Something really good will come out of this you just wait and see! God be with you.

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  31. Okay, so here's the thing. I have been through a divorce and while I am sure we each have unique circumstances, I think there is also something shared and therefore, I'm going to give you the only words of wisdom I can.

    Honor your feelings. No matter what. Experience them, the good, the bad, the happy, any not so happy, etc. It's all normal and part of this kind of major change and you will come through it all stronger.

    Be true to yourself and I hope you find what your heart desires. (((HUGS))

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  32. Jennie, I'm so sorry to hear this news. I hope and pray for you that you'll be able to make it through this transition and come out happier on the other side :) We'll miss you here in Illinois...

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  33. Best wishes to you; and lots of hugs, too.

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  34. It sounds like all the gifts have been given and recieved. That happens and yes it is painful. I wish for you all the best that you seek in yourself and new friends for the future.

    Smiles,
    Kelly

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  35. So sorry to hear this. You're a strong smart woman and you will get through this. Take time for yourself and start over slow. Hope to see you again before you move.

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  36. I'm so sorry Jennie. You know you can count on me for moral support and a shoulder to cry on any time during this dufficult time of your life.

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  37. Jennie, I just wanted to say I am thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.

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  38. Sorry to hear this news, I'll keep you in my thoughts. Where will you go after Illinois?

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  39. So sorry to hear that. Wishing you strength to get you through this time.

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