Monday, August 6, 2012

Some Small Changes for Me!

This is our dog Rolley in the back seat of our truck on our trip...he is very relaxed and happy...this is how I want to feel! Tee-hee!
After a month off from blogging, it has come to my attention that I really need a break. Even though a month was good for me, I need more time. I have decided to step down from designing for my challenges the Paper Players, Freshly Made Sketches and Dynamic Duos. I will of course, continue to make the badges for all of the teams but I am unable to comment on the submissions that come in and find that creatively, I am stumped! I need to create for fun for a while and to take a break from the deadlines of a design team. 

I will still be offering the Merry Monday Challenge on my blog, that helps me get my Christmas cards done! The Paper Players, Freshly Made Sketches and Dynamic Duos Challenges will still be going weekly, just without me on the design team...for a while. I will reassess in December, how I feel. 

Thank you to my amazing teams and all of their support and understanding. I am hoping to get back to crafting for me for a while...and will hopefully play along with my challenges for fun!!!

27 comments:

  1. Will definitely miss you, but wish you all the best as you create for yourself!

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  2. Oh Lesley, I will miss seeing your creations but totally understand why you are doing it. Hoping to see you back in December.

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  3. Good for you for taking that time, its so important, its so easy to get inundated, enjoy your time off from deadlines and such, and getting back to crafting for yourself at least for a little while x

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  4. I have become so very dependent on your challenges to encourage me to create. I do however, understand your need to back off and craft without deadlines. Sometimes I wish I had just one more day to get a challenge in;) I hope you will find your peace and return in December. HAVE FUN!

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  5. Get the rest you need, and I'm sure your creativity will return. You've been such an inspiration to me with your challenges. Sending many blessings your way!

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  6. oh Lesley you will be missed!
    you enjoy your time and crafting just for fun :)

    oh your puppy is cute!!!!!

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  7. Good for you :), enjoy your break and I can't wait to see what you create for yourself rather than for deadlines. I wish you luck in finding your Rolley like Zen :). Hugs, Nina

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  8. From someone who just did took a big break, I can honestly tell you that I've never made a better decision. You take all the time you need, refuel and do what you need to do for YOU! All my best to you Lesley!

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  9. Leslie - It's easy to become overextended with creative projects. Creativity is not an endless pool to draw from on deadline. You will definitely be missed and we eagerly anticipate your return. Wishing you the best.

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  10. All the best on your little sabbatical Lesley. It is a wise decision when you recognize that this will be what's best for YOU. You will be missed.

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  11. Enjoy your time off! we will definitely miss you at FMS!!! If you need any leaves for your classroom let me know!!!!

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  12. You will be missed! Your health and well being need to come first though! Take good care. (((HUGS)))

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  13. Lesley, do what you need to do, and have fun doing it. Once you are able to relax around your crafts, I'm sure your mojo Will return. Good luck in the coming months.
    Hugs

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  14. I'm with Carrie - the stamping world has created a monster with the never ending challenges. It can be relentless for sure! Enjoy the recharge time - and thanks for giving me some time too :)

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  15. Lesley, good for you to take care of yourself, get plenty of rest, and create when it's fun for you and not based on deadlines. Take care and best wishes for you during this time!!

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  16. I certainly understand needing a break Lesley, take care of yourself!! Big Hugs, friend!!

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  17. Everyone needs a break once in awhile, yours is well deserved! I hope you enjoy every moment and find your mojo again.

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  18. Lesley, we all go through times like this so don't feel alone. It's a good thing that you've figured this out while being on vacation and realize you are only human. I always wondered how you kept all those challenges and blogs going. I have a tough time with just one blog! Enjoy your time for you and your family and have fun creating as it should not become a chore! Life is too demanding at times and you were smart enough to realize you need to step back. Have a great time relaxing!

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  19. I know how you feel. Sometimes you just have to live without deadlines and create when your heart wants. With me,the deadlines would just get closer and closer and that just takes the joy out of it. Have a wonderful time off!

    Love and Hugs
    Shirley

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  20. Ahhh what a sweet RELAXED furry kid. Good for you to take the time you need.
    Relax and your mojo will come back and you'll be ready to decide what you want to do.
    Cheers, Karen

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  21. You've done so much for all of us that love your challenges and inspiration! Enjoy your time off. Hope you'll be back soon.

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  22. Enjoy your break Lesley & take care of you! :D

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  23. ENJOY your time creating just for you :) :) :)

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  24. Oh Lesley, I'm sad that you're taking a break, but sometimes it's important to put yourself first. I hope you find your mojo soon,

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  25. I know I've gone through this as well, and stepping back is a good thing! It's so easy to burn yourself out with all the blogging & challenges! When the fun stops, it's time to make a change, and you're doing the right thing! Thanks for all of these great challenges - and take good care :)

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  26. You are awesome, Lesley! You take care of YOU. Being burned out is the worst. Hang in there! :)

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  27. Hello my dear. :) I can totally understand how you feel about the deadlines of DT work, and that you need some time off. Bless your heart for sharing this with us, and you take good care of YOU!

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Thank you for stopping by! I appreciate the time you took to leave me a little stamping love!!
Lesley :)