...my little blog break. I was dealing with a massive case of inspiration overload. Such a terrible problem to have, huh? I was unable to shut my mind off for days at a time and it was wearing me out! The break was just what I needed and I have gained a little perspective, I think. :) I'm so happy to be back!
...those of you who checked in on me during that time. You guys are so sweet!
...my heavily creamed cup of coffee this morning. Mmmm.
...my little family. They are all so wonderful!
...an awesome quilt retreat this past weekend. I feel so blessed to be able to quilt as one of my "jobs".
...sleep! (See point directly above.)
...my amazing friends that are so supportive of me.
...sunshine and a decent run in the crisp air this morning.
...good music on my ipod and a little quilting time to go with it.
...loads of new fabric. I'd better get busy....it's a tough job, but someone's got to do it. :)
I'm thankful you've found your way through the rabbit hole. ;)
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a rest and enjoyed yourself!
Welcome back, you were missed. Glad you are feeling much better!
ReplyDeleteYou were missed! I know the feeling and sometimes we do need to step away from it all :)
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your little lovely stack of fabric you are sharing!
welcome back amanda jean. when i read your blog post... i was tempted to e-mail you & ask if i could post the same on my blog... because it totally felt like something i could have said. yay for a break & coming back inspired and happier :-)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're back and feeling better! Inspiration overload sounds nice but it can be a really miserable feeling after days of it...
ReplyDeleteGood for you for knowing when to take a break!
Jennifer :)
pleased to see you back again!
ReplyDeleteHappy you are back and feel rejuvenated! LOVE your stack of fabrics up there...looking forward to seeing what you do with it! Smiles~Beth
ReplyDeleteWelcome Back Crazy Mom! It's so easy to feel overwhelmed with the internet ... AND this time of year. I'm feeling a big case of it coming on myself. I can't wait to see what you do with that gorgeous stack of fabrics up there!
ReplyDeleteHi friend!
ReplyDeleteGlad you are back--I almost wrote you an email today making sure you were OK--we have so much to be thankful for huh? I love November for that reason. Sweet blessings,
Carin
Welcome back Amanda Jean, I know what you mean by inspiration overload, but it's still great to be inspired. Now if I could just feed my family hot dogs and twinkies every night I could get a lot more accomplished...lol Glad you're back ;)
ReplyDeleteHey, good to see you. Now, don't feel the pressure to be super-blogger anytime soon. Just take it easy. Post when you want and even make it quick if you want.
ReplyDeleteYour sanity and REAL life are much more important.
Have a great day and have fun working your way through your fabric!
ReplyDeleteSo glad to see you back, and I'm delighted that you feel refreshed. I was worried that you felt burned out and (somewhat selfishly) that you would feel unable to continue writing your wonderful, inspirational blog.
ReplyDeleteIn the words of Bruce: "You're my favourite!"
Hooray! Glad you're back! That stack looks mighty inviting...
ReplyDeleteI am so gald your little break helped. It is great to have you back and inspired. Love your little stack of fabric!!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! I missed you. Happy things are better now. We all need a time out once in a while -- I am happy you were able to recognize the need for you! Glad to see you this morning!!!
ReplyDeleteMost definitely glad you are back and raring to go!
ReplyDeleteIt is good to know that when someone is having her well deserved break, the others keep on working. Like a little elfs around the world. : D
ReplyDeleteWe all need to step back once in a while, and I'm glad you recognized when you needed to do so. You know we all will be right here waiting when you come back, so take your time. A happy and refreshed Amanda Jean is really what we love!
ReplyDeleteSo glad to see you back. Can't wait to hear what the inspriation overload translates to in fabric and quilts!
I'm so glad you're back. I checked in regularly while you were away and every time I saw your little Merry Go Round note it reminded me to pay attention to the things that are important and not to get too bogged down in "have-to's". Thanks for that.
ReplyDeleteGlad that you're back!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! Good for you for taking a break when you needed one.
ReplyDeleteIs that Reunion up there? Lucky you to have some already :)
And I am thankful for you. Welcome back!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you're back!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you're back!
ReplyDeleteGreat to have you back and lovely to hear you are well x
ReplyDeleteWelcome back....I totally understand the inspiration overload. Enjoy the quilting journey!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm thankful you are back!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! Inspiration is a funny thing : ). Can't wait to see what you make with that stack of fabric.
ReplyDeleteglad you are back! I look forward to your posts!
ReplyDeleteI think alot of us would be so much better off if we "could" and "would" be able to take a break from the things in life that drive us crazy! So glad to have you back!
ReplyDeleteLovely! welcome back! I'm always thankful to be thankful - it reminds me of what I love and the small joys in life :)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're back, and healthy. Keep looking after yourself :)
ReplyDeleteglad to see you back. completely understand needing a break!
ReplyDeleteReally happy to see you back! Your projects (and you) are always an inspiration to me--keep up the good work and don't over-do this holiday season:)
ReplyDeleteSo happy to see you back Amanda Jean! Can't wait to see what those creative juices have been brewing ;-)
ReplyDeleteWelcome back, Amanda Jean... Nice stack of fabrics! A quilting getaway must be rejuvenating and fun. I'm anxious to see what's next on your quilting/blogging agenda!
ReplyDeleteTake care!
Karen
Glad to see you are back! I love your blog :)
ReplyDeleteToday when I see you are back, I'm happy and thankful for that. You are such an inspiration. Everyone needs a break from the normal routine and I'm happy that your break made things better. :)
ReplyDelete;-)
ReplyDeleteGlad your break was just what you needed!!
ReplyDeleteTake care-
Welcome Back!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy that you are back!!! You will never know how much you were missed.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back - we missed you!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! Glad to see you're feeling better. :)
ReplyDeleteBienvenida nuevamente!! (Welcome back)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're back! It's great that you knew what to do to take care of yourself and recuperate from "blog overload".
ReplyDeleteI'm thankful for the privilege to read your blog and be inspired by your gifts and talents. Thank You!!:O)
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you came back. I 'discovered' your blog just as you began your break. I have always been intimidated by quilting, but you have given me the courage to try. I have always made clothes (since I was 7) but quilting seemed beyond me. I am just finishing up a raggy quilt for my new nephew who is due on Friday. (I procrastinate like you do!) Next project is a Christmas raggy quilt with Moda Winter Wonderland charm squares. I have the squares, but I've been good and not tried to assemble yet. I'll work on getting more sophisticated as I go along, but this suits me for now. Thank you so much for your blog. And thanks to your awesome hubby and family too, for sharing you with us.
ReplyDeleteRobbieJoy
Welcome back, I have enjoyed your blog and understand about the break that is sometimes necessary! Thank you for all your wonderful posts and inspirations!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you came back. I 'discovered' your blog just as you began your break. I have always been intimidated by quilting, but you have given me the courage to try. I have always made clothes (since I was 7) but quilting seemed beyond me. I am just finishing up a raggy quilt for my new nephew who is due on Friday. (I procrastinate like you do!) Next project is a Christmas raggy quilt with Moda Winter Wonderland charm squares. I have the squares, but I've been good and not tried to assemble yet. I'll work on getting more sophisticated as I go along, but this suits me for now. Thank you so much for your blog. And thanks to your awesome hubby and family too, for sharing you with us.
ReplyDeleteRobbieJoy
I'm so happy you are back - you were missed!!
ReplyDeletewelcome back!!
ReplyDeleteYou had me at "heavily creamed coffee" and "loads of new fabric" :) Glad your back!
ReplyDeleteGlad your blog break was for good reasons. Nice to have you back.
ReplyDeleteYay! Glad you are back. I checked everyday ;)
ReplyDeleteMy Dear,
ReplyDeleteI call those "me" days! Everyone needs them. I am glad you are back! Your blog fills me with inspiration and joy! Welcome back!
My morning cup of java hadn't been the same without your blog to join it!
ReplyDeleteSo tonight I am thankful...that you did what you needed to do...that you share such amazing inspiration as much as you do...to read your newest post...that you are out there, doing what you do with honesty and passion...to know that you are back and my coffee will once again be what it is meant to be!
You are wonderful and deserve whatever breaks you need! We are so lucky that you so willingly share your talents (and projects)with us. I'm glad you finally got some sleep! :)
ReplyDeleteNice pile of fabrics you have there. I can't wait to see what you do with them. And I'd love to have a "job" like yours.
ReplyDeleteLove your new header and that adorable little picture you added too! So happy to hear your break was fab. Welcome back! I've missed you!!!!
ReplyDeletenice blog header, nice picture!:), nice post, nice pile of inspiration, nice girl you are...how did Fort Collins go?
ReplyDeleteGood to see you back, Amanda!
ReplyDeleteI'm happy you feel better!
Ummmmm, that fabrics are beautiful...
Besos
Elena
Dear Amanda, So so glad you are back. Have been thinking about you a lot and saying a prayer for you. Can't wait to see what you are up to with all your new fabric. Thanks for your inspiration.
ReplyDeleteI am glad to have you back. I'm happy to hear from you and that you are feeling well. Welcome back!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy you're back!!
ReplyDeleteSeeing you back was like re-discovering santa! I am so glad you are well rested and back!!!!
ReplyDeleteThe fabrics look so nice. I like the shades of red and blue (my colours). I won't be sad if you write something about them.
ReplyDeleteI've taken breaks, too. It seems to help for me. For you, too, obviously.
Welcome back, my friend. Love your fabrics. Can't wait to see what they become. Thank you for always sharing your creativity with us.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! Love your photo!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that you are back! I read your blog each morning while I have my cup of hot tea. Thank you so much for sharing your creativity with us all!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! You have been truly missed. Crazy Mom Quilts is my favorite blog. You are an inspiration. I've been checking every day waiting in anticipation for your return.
ReplyDeleteYay you're back! I'm glad you got a nice break. I can't imagine what it must be like to have so many people craving your attention!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are back. Missed you. Your blog is the first one I reaad everyday. Love the fabrics.
ReplyDeleteOh yay! I'm glad you're back AmandaJean. I hope you know that there are so many of us who only wish you well and will be here waiting whenever you need a break.
ReplyDeleteI am thankful you are back and you are well. I checked in everyday, but I didn't email you because I didn't want yo to get overwhelmed with emails. A break is meant to be time off, not a time to be over emailed.
ReplyDeleteI love the new look of your blog. I love colors and the simplicity of your banner. It really makes it stand out and look great. I see that you replaced your profile picture too. I love that haircut.
Thanks for coming back and keeping us around. We really appreciate you and your blog. This is one of the very first blogs I found when I started quilting and I have been coming back everyday since.
Remember to take it slow and not get overwhelmed. Take breaks when you need them. Enjoy time with your kids and not your computer. We understand. It is better to have you off on a break, then to have you break it off and not come back at all.
So glad you're back and so soon too! And in a new design, yay!
ReplyDeleteGlad you are back! You are very inspriational - enjoy that coffee!
ReplyDeleteLove the new blog banner! I'm thankful for a great weekend retreat! Thank you for all the hard work you put into them. :)
ReplyDeleteLove the new look, including your picture! Nice and fresh!
ReplyDeleteglad that you're back, missed all your inspiration.
ReplyDeleteWelcome Back! Sometimes we can all do with a change!
ReplyDeleteI am glad you got all rested and recharged with inspiration! I like the fabrics you showed us, happy creating!
ReplyDeleteyay! your post brought a big smile to my face :)
ReplyDeletexoxo,
m
Glad to hear you have been able to get some rest ;o) And really glad to see a post from you! Have a happy Thanksgiving, Sarah
ReplyDeleteWelcome back - glad you took the time to relax and refocus!
ReplyDeleteGlad your back!
ReplyDeleteYippee! Havefun with that pile!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back, missed you, with success comes opportunities and choice, but you have to take care of you first. Thanks for inspiring us!
ReplyDeleteI missed you :)
ReplyDeleteDeborah
Glad you regrouped and came back.
ReplyDeleteIt was pleasant for me, to open your blog and see a new posting.
No pressure, just warm thoughts of grateful for your gift of sharing....
I love the new header and your pic. Finished my quilt before I flew home, will send you a pic once I take one. Once again, a job well done at the retreat. I learned a lot, loved the food and made some new friends, can never have too many quilty friends!
ReplyDeleteToday I am thankful that you're back :)
ReplyDeleteI am thankful that you are back. Love your blog :)
ReplyDeleteLove your blog and know the feeling! How is it that when you have committed to finishing a quilting project on a deadline all kinds of other (much more interesting) ideas pop up like mushrooms?
ReplyDeleteSo happy to see you are back! Glad you got a good break.
ReplyDeleteso glad you are back!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that you came to Colorado too! I had such a great time and feel so inspired- that being said I have not yet revisited my blocks- it's been a busy week at school. Tonight though, I plan on getting cozy with the seam ripper!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful stack of fabrics. Can't wait to see what you create with them.
ReplyDeleteGlad you're back! Yours is one of the first quilt blogs I fell in love with! I'm not always very good at commenting, but I love your blogging & your quilts. Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteBeen thinking of you and hoping everything was Okay. Glad to see you back and sending you hugs!
ReplyDeleteNice to have you back. I missed you. :)
ReplyDeleteI am SOOOOO glad you're back!!!
ReplyDeleteAmanda, I'm so glad you're back. I checked occasionally to see if you had posted. I love to read your blog as its fun, informative and inspiring!
ReplyDeleteThere is nothing wrong with taking a break. I am glad your feeling better. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
ReplyDelete