Back to the Land of Blog

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Well . . . how do you do, dear friend?

I am here.

My blog.

(insert  . . . . HUGE sigh).

2017 was the last time I visited this space in the universe. Sitting here right now, I feel completely lost. Like, I have no idea who the person was who used to write and share thoughts in this online journal of sorts. Although I am still me (in some regards) . . . in others, I am completely different.

I knew it was time to return to the Land of Blog because this blog has always been my therapy. And my friends, I am in need of it. My safe place. My safe place space to cry. My safe place to write. My safe place to share. 

Friends, I have a lot to share. A lot of it is good. And some of it . . . is not.

The 'not' is where my head is right now . . . where my soul is.

My sister.

My sister left this world on December 17th.

She was diagnosed with a rare and rather agressive form of cancer.

She passed 4 weeks after her diagnosis.

And my heart is broken.

So, I am back. I am back to the Land of Blog . . . because I need it. I need it terribly.

And I am so glad you are here.

Stay with me friends . . . just a little bit longer. Because I have a lot I want to share, and I promise to leave you feeling joyful. Because even during the really hard hard times, that is what I always try to do - remember the joy.

From Chaos comes Happiness.

That is what is always has been, and what it always will be.

Much love, friends.
And peace.
xo xo

Comments

  1. Bloom Art StudioJanuary 16, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    Hang in there. The spring will certainly come after this winter of despair. Looking forward to reading more of your thoughts.

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  2. UnknownJanuary 16, 2019 at 8:58 PM

    I'm here to listen (well, read) all that you are willing to share. HUGS, my friend.

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  3. Stacey KJanuary 16, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    I love you my friend. I will always be here for you❤️

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  4. Stacey KJanuary 16, 2019 at 9:28 PM

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  5. SaimiJanuary 18, 2019 at 10:01 PM

    Oh Leanne I am so sorry, you will definitely be in my prayers and on your blog. I'll be right here with you as you share when you can.
    Hugs to you my friend,
    Saimi

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