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Taking A Break

12/1/2010

 
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When I started writing this blog over the summer it was my goal to never miss a day.  And so far, I have been good about keeping up my promise to do that.  But every so often life throws you a surprise that is so unexpected and shocking, it seems like things will never be the same again, and you have to reprioritize your responsibilities.

Unfortunately on Monday I found out that over the weekend I lost a person who meant more to me than I think even I knew at the time.  One day she was here and the next day she was gone...just like that.  I try not to make this space too much about me, but I have to let you all know that right now I am going to need to take a bit of a break from writing this blog.  I hope to be back on Monday, but it could take a little longer.

In times like this I like to search for a quote or a passage to help describe how I am feeling more eloquently than I could on my own, but unfortunately right now, there are no words.

For those of you who knew her, Natasha was my mentor, my friend, my aunt, my sister, and my mom.  We fought like crazy, but we always laughed more, and we always made up.  I've spent the last 7 years with her by my side, and I know that going forward things will never quite be the same.  She had the ability to make people do things they never dreamed they could do, or make a situation that wasn't funny, completely hysterical.  She took such delight in making people laugh, and connecting people, and she could do things for you that you didn't even know you wanted.  I still laugh and think about when she insisted on taking a video at my wedding, and I'm on the camera saying, "Natasha...I told you I didn't want a video!"  But of course now, I am so thankful for that video.

I also have learned an important lesson from all of this that I had never experienced before...tell people how you really feel, and everything they mean to you today, because you just don't know what tomorrow will bring.  I hope in some way I have told Natasha what she meant to me in this space today, and that she is at peace, having a ball, and laughing like crazy now.

I'll be back soon.  Thank you for your support.

XO, Jenn
Betsy
11/30/2010 09:39:47 pm

You deserve a break! We're all thinking of you...

Sarah (Matters of Style) link
11/30/2010 09:42:27 pm

Jenny, I am so so sorry to hear about Natasha's passing. Praying for you. Love you.

Loucinda
11/30/2010 10:47:00 pm

Jenny, I am so sorry for your loss. I know Natasha knows how much she meant to you and so many other people. xoxo

Alex W.
11/30/2010 11:25:13 pm

Natasha would love this post! She was RIGHT about the video and that would make her so happy. She loved you so much Baby J. Thanks for this and I love the picture of Mohonk. She made that place come to life. XOXO

traci zeller designs link
12/1/2010 12:27:24 pm

Jenn, I am so very sorry for your heartbreaking loss. What a touching tribute. Praying for you ...

Debbie
12/1/2010 07:37:00 pm

Jennifer that was beautiful. You are so good with words. Do not regret a thing. Natasha knew how much you cared for her. She was a wonderful person and was so proud of you. I love you sister!

Sarah
12/1/2010 08:57:26 pm

Beautiful words Jenn!
I'm here if you need anything!!

Debbie Schwartz
12/1/2010 09:26:13 pm

What you wrote is so beautiful and touching. Take all of the time you need - your readers will understand! If you need anything, please let me know. HUGS

Mary Elizabeth
12/3/2010 06:21:53 am

Jenn, I am thinking of you, and I'm so sorry for your loss. Your post about Natasha is so eloquently written and really captures her amazing qualities. She really did have such a special way of making people laugh... what a fantastic personality!! I will miss her when I come visit you at work. Love you :)

Tina
12/3/2010 09:31:44 am

Dear Jenn,

I LOVE what you wrote about Natasha. She ADORED you and she knew that you adored her too! Be strong and know that I am here for you.

xx



annechovie link
12/4/2010 09:59:47 am

Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, Jenn. I am so sorry! xo

kristen
12/12/2010 04:11:12 am

What beautiful words Jen. I am so sorry. xo

harmskills
12/17/2010 10:21:00 pm

Ive been on a "break" lately barely keeping up with my own blog, much less reading any. glad to catch up with LLFL and glad to see you have an outlet to do soemthing you enjoy! Looking forward to reading more.


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