Taughannock Falls, NY 2019
Gosh it’s been a crazy couple of months. I haven’t had time to read never mind think. Something had to give as I was extremely overloaded.
Princess PITA’s spinal surgery and her subsequent terrifying pulmonary embolism.
Trying to get a house ready to sell and finally getting it on the market only to have our time frame thwarted by vandalism.
My ocular adventures with sclera contacts. (Complete DISASTER)
The very trying process of FINALLY applying for a green card for my youngest.
Crappy family issues with Backstabatha* stirring the pot as per flippin’ usual
I’ve become a Notary Public for the State of New York – still kind of awed that I passed the exam!
Daisy having a spine injury and needing a lot of attention and care.
…. all while working full time!
Something had to give. I’ve been mentally and physically overdrawn and I didn’t have the energy for anything else, hence my absence. It’s hard to think of stuff to write about when you’re always so very tired.
I’ve made changes in the last two weeks. First and foremost, I’ve reduced the hours I’m working. I feel like I’ve come out from behind a cloud. I feel a lot lighter. I’ve even got up to skullduggery and mayhem again! That might not be considered good news by some but it’s not my fault they’re so jumpy – well maybe it is… but they should be used to be by now!
Lessons have been learned. No matter what I think, I’m not invincible. Learning that it’s okay to take a step back and even say no once in a while has been a steep learning curve. I really do struggle with not trying to do everything for everyone. The fact I’m still working part time is a case in point. I had given notice but on my last day got talked into staying on. I felt so guilty I couldn’t refuse. I compromised and didn’t cave completely but it just goes to show how easy it is to get swamped.
Just writing this little bit has been like breathing. Sometimes you just don’t know how much you miss something until you return!
Welcome back! I’m not surprised you took some time away – man, you’ve had a lot going on. You know you’ve made the right decision to cut back on work when you get that sense of lightness and relief, I hope it continues and I hope all your family members are doing OK.
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Yes I always miss you! Because you are an absolute gem! I was debating the other day whether to send a comment on one of your previous posts to pester you!!!
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I’d had to get a new phone in the midst of all this too so I hadn’t added the app until yesterday 😊
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There you are! I feared you deserted us for good….
It certainly sounds like you’ve had a full plate. Hope things calm down so you can breathe easier… and blog!… soon.
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I don’t know that anything will calm down – I’m having to create my own calm. It just took a while to realise that
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I’m at work right now but I’ll be posting later 😊
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I am so happy to see a post from my favorite Mistress Of Mayhem. I do like it better when you’re the one causing the mayhem rather than being on the receiving end.
Congrats on your new title, Madam Notary! I knew you’d pass! Now you can get your stamp. YAY!
I’ve been thinking about you a lot and I hope things slow down a bit for you. You need time to play too!
Welcome Back!
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I am very happy about bring a NP! The cat not so much. He doesn’t like me notarising his face, ungrateful creature
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So glad you’re back! You have your hands full! Hope you and family get some much needed relief 💕 Don’t forget to take care of YOU! 🤪
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Thank you 😊
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Welcome back!! You certainty have been missing and seeing you back made my day! 🙂 I hope that life continues to slow down a big and cuts you some slack. Good for you for recognizing that you needed to focus your energy on more urgent matters than crafting highly entertained, sometimes inappropriate humor for the people of the internet. 🙂
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So good to hear from you and yes, I have missed you.. WOW! you have certainly been through a lot. Good to hear that you have a least been able to take away some lessons from this. Even though we say we know we are not invincible, when someone tells us we can’t do it all we still tend to say “HA! Watch Me”. Learning to say “No” and when to say “No” is a toughie. Keep practicing.
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It’s a big struggle for me I’ll be honest. Even when I can say no – I feel miserable about it
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Hey, I’m John. Nice to meet you, Britchy!
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You stinker!!! Lol
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You… my British/American buddy!! 😁
It’s awesome to see you! And I’m hoping things go more smoothly for you!
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Britchy!!!!!🙋🙋🙋Welcome back!! I completely missed you!💜💖
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I missed you too. Sadly my book shopping has NOT Decreased!
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Hahaha then don’t read my Netgalley post tomorrow!!😳😳💜
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Oh boy, stand back wallet, this is a job for MasterCard!!
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Yes, you’ve been missed! Perfectly understandable that you needed a break. The health issues alone would be overwhelming for anyone. I look forward to your unique brand of humor when you’re feeling up to it.
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I’m glad you are – my family is very fed up with it LOL
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How does your youngest one NOT have a green card yet? And why are you involved? Aren’t they an adult?
I’m not surprised that the contacts have been a disaster. Although, I hope it gets better with time.
Welcome back!
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He’s been at school in England so not a permanent resident in the US. He’s here for good now so we can finally get it done for him 😊
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Welcome back Britchy 😀, I was beginning to think you had got locked up for some Mayhem of yours 😜.
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BY FOR NOW
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Shhh don’t ask, don’t tell!
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Good to see you back. Hope your grand daughter is better now?
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My daughter 😊
She’s recovering well thankfully
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Oh, sorry got that wrong. I am glad she is. We were missing you.
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Welcome back! Missed you loads, but I can see you have had a lot going on! 🙂
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I’ve missed you too! I was dreaming about your school story one night!
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I will definitely have to think of another chapter of that tale, I miss the character of Miss Huntley. 🙂
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I do too! I loved the sort with the fishing family too
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Oh yes, There are so many stories that I started but haven’t finished. The Wind sheds no tears.
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I know you’ll go back when the time is right for the story to continue. I just sits and waits!
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I will meditate and maybe the words and ideas will flow again. 🙂 Have a cup of tea while you’re waiting and a slice of cake 😉
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Missed ya!!! Sorry life is so hectic and people are dicks. Sending love and support!!!
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Thank you 😘
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MADNESS!!! Certainly have missed you and am very excited to see you back! Sending nothing but good vibes your way!!!
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Of course we missed you! Welcome back.
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Thank you 😊
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You are very welcome.
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So glad you are back with us, we have missed you. It’s been so very quiet without you.
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Glad you’re back
Cheers,
Carolyn
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Thank you 😊
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You were missed Britchy! And I enjoyed reading your cast of character – backstabathia – that is priceless! Take care of yourself.
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She’s priceless too – or do I mean worthless?!
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You’re back!
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And as bad as ever!
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Clearly.
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🙂 Yes, I missed you.
Welcome back, my friend!
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Thank you 😊
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YES I missed you! Silly question💜
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Welcome Back!!!
Missed you! 😁
So sorry life has been tremendously hard on you, but hopefully, things will finally calm down.
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Meeee too! It’s been a bit overwhelming!
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Overwheling sounds like an understatement. You poor thing.
Again, hopefully everything settle down. 🙏 It really is so great tohave you back!!! 🥰
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Thank you 😊
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Damn, girl. You went from bad to worse. Your charm here was missed but, coming from my own disaster, I get it. I’ll hit that email, tomorrow.
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Happy to see you back. I haven’t been writing either, and I have none of your excellent reasons!
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Well I’m very glad you didn’t have bad reasons 😊
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Glad to see your on here again! Wow, that’s sounds hectic. Where are you moving to? Have the police caught who broke into your house?
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It was ‘only’ the outside of the house and gardens. I sincerely doubt if the police even considered looking 😐
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Actually, I did miss you. But I’m so far behind that you never would have known it if I didn’t tell you; Hope things are a little less “exciting” these days.
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