My plan was to ease back into blogging slowly.
So far, so good. But I'm finding I have a lot to get caught up on.
Goodness. Babies have been born, books have been published, there are new blogs + fab indie-shops to peruse, plus new magazines to support it all. Very exciting, I say. *Congratulations* all around! (You peeps know who you are.)
I also find that a few of my favorite blogs have retired or left the scene. I'm REALLY going to miss them, but do understand their reasons.
I wrestle with blogging myself. Sigh. There is only so much time for fun and games.
My summer blog break helped bring a little perspective.
Conclusion: Grandma was right: ALL things in moderation.
Yesterday: scenes from our morning stroll to the top of the mountain. The vista at the crest overlooking the Willamette Valley was breathtaking (still panting) in more ways than one. The lovely red foliage all along the trail is poison oak. It's always the first thing to change color, reminding me, that fall is right around the corner.
Yes I think we all struggle to blog from time to time I know I'm finding it quite tough at the moment, I need to follow your Grandmother's motto.
Posted by: carolyn | August 13, 2007 at 10:04 AM
Glad you're back--I enjoy your blog and totally understand the moderation thing--time flies when I blog surf!
Have a lovely day! :)
Posted by: Sharon M. | August 13, 2007 at 10:06 AM
Gorgeous countryside! Know just what you mean about blogging...
Posted by: Sarah | August 13, 2007 at 10:59 AM
Oh to walk along the trail with you to overlook a valley. What a peaceful walk.
You can walk along with me and I can show you an "alley"! And maybe there will be a message for you or not. (Tagging isn't bad in my little suburb of L.A. but sometimes one sneaks it's way into an alley or two)
Posted by: Miss Paula | August 13, 2007 at 11:22 AM
My blog is my hobby. A sort of creative outlet. I'm trying to blog in moderation. For awhile, this summer, I believe it was slipping into the realm of work and not fun. I've decided to "relax" with my blogging and take a slower pace.
I love the photos. This is a wonderful post!
Pat
Posted by: Pat | August 13, 2007 at 02:45 PM
Thanks for adding "Persnickety" to your blog roll. Here's my motto: Moderation--and lots of it!
Posted by: Diane B. | August 13, 2007 at 03:50 PM
Lucky lady... I wish it was starting to feel like fall here in Phoenix, love all the pics - simple and very serene...many thanks!!
Posted by: tamy | August 13, 2007 at 07:53 PM
We had a few days this last week that felt like autumn was arriving - but summer rallied and came back for an encore yesterday.
I wish I'd noticed that retired blog on your roll before - I clicked on the link, and lost several minutes as I scrolled through their posts, laughing all the way. Which thoroughly demonstrates how I can get lost in this blogging medium. Moderation - yes, I hope to find some of that balance myself.
It's so good to see you back from your break.
Posted by: tinker | August 13, 2007 at 09:32 PM
I am new to blogging and it's blogs like yours that got me started. I could spend hours looking through the stuff you have posted, so it's keeping me occupied quite nicely even if you don't post for a while. Love the website too.
Claire :-)
Posted by: Claire | August 14, 2007 at 02:29 AM
I'm so glad you are coming back to blogland! I love to read you!
Posted by: shannon | August 14, 2007 at 06:39 AM
I am catching up as well, it feels like everyone too a good summer break. I usually hate the ending of summer, but with 6 days of 100 degree heat (and counting)I am SO ready for autumn.
Posted by: willzmom | August 14, 2007 at 07:13 AM
I have been a big fan of your blog for some time now,I love seeing the beautiful things you make it is very inspiring I am finally trying my hands at embroidery and quilting. I just wanted to say Thank you for sharing your talent at making beautiful things and beautiful living. Thank you.
Posted by: ammal | August 14, 2007 at 07:26 AM
I am new to the blog world and I am happy to hear that you are back...I love this site. Sorry to hear one of your favs is reaching an end :o( May you find new ones to fill it's place.
~stork~
Posted by: stork | August 14, 2007 at 04:33 PM
What a beautiful place for a walk. Glad you're fitting blogging back into your world :)
Posted by: Felicia | August 16, 2007 at 02:39 AM
I have to admit, that I have always longed to be on your blog roll. I have no idea if you have ever visited my site ... but I am always visiting yours :)
Thanks for all the goodies you provide here.
Love,
Jodi
Posted by: Jodi Renshaw | August 16, 2007 at 08:01 PM