Monday, August 24, 2009

It's official.....




As of yesterday - I am officially back to being Barb - just Barb - not Barb buying a business, not stressed out Barb, not losing her mind Barb - just Barb.
I made a life decision - and that decision was that a new and larger business was not for me. My "trial" period did just what I needed it to do - tell me whether or not I was making the right decision. And I *did* make the right decision....I walked away!
I feel like I have a ton of weight off my shoulders. I feel like I can get back to my life, my family, my husband...and blogging!!!! Yoohoo!
Now I will warn you - I am not quite ready to jump back into Bloggerville head first. Maybe a few posts a week. But I do look forward to doing a tablescape and sharing some ideas which have been dormant for too long now.
So get ready world...... I'm baaack!

62 comments:

Kathryn @ Bonafide Southern said...

I'm so glad you're back! I've missed visiting!

Stacey said...

Woohoo! Sometimes you really do have to try something to make the right decision. Glad you are coming back.

Melissa Miller said...

YAY!!!! Barb I've missed you my friend! There is a ROOSTER PARTY this Friday. It's at Barb's at Bella Vista. Fun!

~Blessings, ~Melissa :)

Cathy said...

I am so glad that you are back!!! I have missed you and your wonderful posts!!!

I am looking forward to see what you do next!!!

Welcome back to blogland!!!
XOXO
Cathy

marty39 said...

We have all been asking about you in the neighborhood. I am so glad your world is getting back to normal. I have missed you so much. I can't wait to hear all about what you are up to now. First though, get some rest and then tell us all about it. So glad you're back. Hugs, Marty

Blondie's Journal said...

Barb,

It takes a very smart and strong woman to make a decision like this and announce it with such conviction and a shot of humor! Bravo!! I wish you success and happiness from here on, sweet lady!!

xoxo
Jane

Carmen said...

Ditto to what Blondie said! Welcome Back!!!

blushing rose said...

Ditto, 7 times ... glad your back. TTFN ~Marydon

KBeau said...

Welcome back. We've missed you.

Robin said...

WOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOO! Barb is BACK!!!!

^^^Jumping for Joy!^^^

Robin :o)

NeeNee said...

Welcome back. I missed you, and I'm sure all your readers did, too.

Jo said...

Glad to see you back! Look forward to your future postings.Missed ya!...Jo

salmagundi said...

So happy to have you back, and I'm also glad you feel so good about your decision. Welcome back. Sally

Susan S. said...

Hi Barb, and welcome back! I've not been as diligent with blogging this summer but I never did make a "formal announcement"....life just happened and I got busy. I've discovered I LOVE blogging and I'm just going to make time for it. It gives me more joy than sitting in front of the TV for hours at a time...so I'm going to try and be a better blogger, starting NOW! Thanks for the inspiration....I'm glad you are happy with your choice! :)

Shelia said...

Hi Barb! Oh, I'm so happy for you and glad you're so happy! Welcome back and just take your time on posts. We'll all be here for you.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia :)

Linda said...

Welcome back, Barb. You've been missed. Looking forward to seeing lots of your wonderful creativity! Linda : )

tale of many cities said...

welcome back!! :D glad ya figured out what you really wanted and that it's lifted the burden off your shoulders.

Our really empty nest said...

Barb, Congrats on making such a big decision and being happy about it! We are all glad you are back even if not 100% yet, you missed ya! Sue

kimmcl said...

Yippeeeee!!!!!! You've been missed immeasurably Barb. I understand the need to take a break from blogging once in a while. I'm down to one or two posts a week myself. I say whatever works. Welcome back!
Kim

Mumzie said...

Yea! I've missed you. Welcome back to being Barb! Mumzie :)

prof en retraite said...

Hey Barb!! Yeee haaaw! It will be so nice to have you back! We have missed you so much in the neighborhood! I'm glad you are feeling comfortable with your decision! We have missed you. Happy week!...Debbie

Sandy said...

Barb,
I have really missed you, so glad you are back.
Sandy

mbkatc230 said...

Barb, welcome home sweetie! We've so missed you in the neighborhood and it's great to have you back. Can't wait to see what you've had on the back burner. Hugs, Kat

Sherrie said...

Barb, it's absolutely awesome to have you back among us! You have been missed friend!
Sherrie

southerninspiration said...

oH, yay!!! You KNOW I've missed you, sweet friend! So glad to hear you'll be back!!! take your time getting back to the blogs....we've just been waiting for ya! ;)

Suzanne

Kathysue said...

Now things are looking more normal in blogland. It will be so good to come here and see what you are up too. I have realllllly missed you and your wonderful cooking. Love you, Kathysue

Betty819 said...

Yippee! You just don't know how happy we all are that you are back, You've really been missed ! Welcome back friend! Today has been a great day for me. Seeing that you are back and I found a friend I had lost contact with way back over 40 yrs. ago. I feel like shouting both things to the world!

Kathy said...

Welcome Home sweetie, ~Kathy~ @ Sweet Up-North Mornings....xoxo!

Marsha's Mpressions said...

Barb, so glad you're back. Missed you!

Mary Ellen (megardengal) said...

So glad you are back Barb and feeling good about your decision!! We have missed you!!

blessings
mary

Shirley said...

Welcome back. You know you made the right decision when you feel peace about it.

Glenda/MidSouth said...

Welcome back! Your life - decide what is right for you.

Diane @ Four Paws and Co said...

Ditto a kazillion times but Welcome Back Barb!

Melissa said...

YAY! Glad to have you back!! You've been missed by us all!!

Kim Kasch said...

Welcome back to bloggerville!

Barb~Bella Vista said...

Hi Barb, so happy to have you back. You have been missed.

I know you have a rooster....right? hehhe. Come join the Rooster Party.

Barb :-)

Ldy ~~ Dy said...

Good for you Barb!! Glad to see you back...totally understand the need to see where life can lead you! Welcome back and take your time...don't rush yourself!!!But I have missed your posting!! Te he!! Hugs!!

~CC Catherine said...

YeeHaw Barb~ Money and Big Business isn't everything, and I'm glad you made the choice that was BEST for you and your family Barb! That's not always that easy.....but VERY REWARDING once you do it! I'm proud of you! ~CC Catherine

Dawn said...

Welcome back, Barb!!!

9405018--Pat said...

so glad your back....Pat H

Sue said...

Hi Barb. Have been thinking of you. Was so surprised to see in reader this morning that you had a post. Welcome back!! :-) Sue

Elise said...

What a beautiful site you have here, and I thought I should leave a comment for you. Lovely interesting posts and great pictures too - thank you so much for sharing. Happy Mid week... best wishes

The Fajdich Times said...

Welcome back. I look forward to your Tea Time Tuesdays:)

fiberdoodles said...

Welcome back!!!

Sharon

LuLo Designs/Blue Eyed Tango said...

Boy you don't know how missed you are until you're gone for awhile do ya? Welcome back Barb...priorities, that is the bottom line sometimes....sanity comes first in my book! Luanne

Debbie @ ribbonwoodcottage.blogspot.com said...

Barb, life is what you make of it...and you are wonderful being you...not stressed out you. Glad to hear your good and relieved news. I'm so happy for you.
Blessings,
Debbie

sharonavinger said...

You have been sorely missed, Barb. Welcome back!!

Tammy518 said...

That's great, Barb! I've really missed you.

Have a great weekend!

Bama Belle said...

Welcome back we have missed you!

Miss Janice said...

Yay! I'm glad you're back.

honeysuckle said...

Welcome back. What a nice feeling when you've made a decision and you know that it is the right one!

xinex said...

I am so glad you're back, Barb and so happy for you. Welcome back!...CHristine

xinex said...

I am so glad you're back, Barb and so happy for you. Welcome back!...CHristine

darnold23 said...

Glad you are back! I'd love for you to join me at diningwithdebbie.blogspot.com for Crock Pot Wednesday. The link is up and ready for your entry. Come check it out.

nicolette said...

Welcome back! I guess we can expect a lot of great things from you from now on

Nicolette
http://www.furnitureanddesignideas.com/

Barbara said...

Welcome back! I am too starting to get back from some time off from blogland.

Chrissy said...

Good for you....now cheer up will you,ahahhaha!!! All the best,Chrissy

silk purse said...

I can so relate!.., I love that you made a descision you're comfortable with and that your'e back to blogging, you precious, adorable lady..,(incidentally, I left a comment way back a few posings ago reference Teatime Tuesday, that was left, just today, if you'd care to slip back to read that comment posting).., Cheers Silken Purse.., (Also I posted a tribute to my precious, dear mama, for you to link on over to see, if you have a spare moment).., Blessings; I'll come by often!

Chari said...

Hi Barb...

I was just thinking about you, my friend and decided to drop by! I'm so happy for you, Sweetie! That must have been a difficult decision! Thank the Lord that you had a "trial" period and that you came to this decision during that time!!! I'm so happy for you, Barb!!! I'm looking forward to your posts...whenever you can!!!

Take care, Sweetie! Sending you my very best wishes and blessings!

Chari

Dixie said...

Welcome back Barb... you have been missed... stop by and see what I've been up to in French Lique...when you have the time... You know you're always welcome on the porch... I'll have some iced tea waiting just for you.
hugs. Dixie

Gerry said...

Yipee!!!

Anonymous said...

HI Barb,

Love your blog, can you please email me at carawilliamson@windstream.net. I need to ask you a question.

Thanks,
Cara