I want to start by acknowledging all the unbelievably kind and caring people I have met here on WordPress. You are the best people I could have ever hoped to know. You represent every race, religion and lifestyle imaginable. You live in countries around the world. You come from every conceivable background and walk of life. Through you, I have come to know that we are so much more the same than different. We are bloggers!
I’m not talking about the big-timey, commercial blogs or the experts plugging their products and services. We are the heart and soul of the Blogosphere. We put our words out there for many different reasons, but mostly I think we do it to make contact. We are the global village so talked about in years past. There is no profit, but there is gratification. There is no expectation, but there is hope. We take the risk and we make ourselves vulnerable, but it is worth it when someone visits our site, “likes” a post, makes a comment, or does us the enormous honor of following our blog.
You have brought me great joy these past few months. I could never fully express my gratitude for the support you have shown me and this blog. You have been a gift I could not have anticipated or even imagined. “Thank you” is so inadequate, but they are the only words I have to offer you in exchange for the comfort and joy each of you has given me by being part of my blog community.
My life is such right now that maintaining this blog properly is simply impossible. I had thought to say good bye in this post, but when I went to my e-mail and saw all the comments, likes and new followers, I just couldn’t do it. Instead, I’m going to do what I can to keep it going. I’m not sure how often I will be able to post. I know I will not have time to answer all the comments and visit everyone’s blog with any regularity. I’m going to break all my own rules until things settle in my real world. I’m also going to turn off my comment moderation, so comments will post when they are made.
I hope . . . no, I know you will understand because that’s just how you guys are. I’ll post when I can and I’ll be reading as many of your blogs as time permits. So, here’s wishing all of you a happy new year and I’ll being seeing you when I can.
Miss Demure Restraint 
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December 27, 2011 at 8:24 pm
Talk to me...I'm your Mother
Blessings on your life, Miss D.
December 27, 2011 at 8:27 pm
John
I hope we see you soon! May all good things come your way.
December 27, 2011 at 8:29 pm
madlyunloved
i would really like it if you read my blog its real and its me.
December 27, 2011 at 8:49 pm
Simply Tim
You’ll be back when you’re able. We know that. You gotta do what you gotta do.
December 27, 2011 at 8:50 pm
Tom (Aquatom1968)
Very nice words indeed, Miss D! Don’t worry about ‘needing’ to post, post when you want to… visit when you want to, too! And Happy New Year to you too… I hope you find the real life balance that is right for you.
December 27, 2011 at 8:53 pm
lifeloveandbaby
Thank you for adding to my life. And for saying what’s been on my mind. Blogging truly is about connecting with others in ways I’ve never imagined. I’m very grateful to be a part of it and so glad to be a part of your community.
December 27, 2011 at 8:57 pm
Anne Schilde
You said the most gratifying thing anyone has ever said about my writing. Your posts are an inspiration and a joy. I hope life will afford you time for the global village once again, but if it doesn’t, I’ll treasure your legacy! ♥
December 27, 2011 at 9:04 pm
timotheous128
Miss D, your words are truly touching, and I wish I could hug you right now. I hate to hear you’re under so much right now, but I applaud your courageous spirit, and you determination to keep this site going. It’s admirable to the highest degree, and I wish you the very best of luck. 🙂
December 27, 2011 at 9:05 pm
Janece
Until next time, Miss. D. Take good care of yourself.
December 27, 2011 at 9:05 pm
societyred
Right back at ya Miss D! There are no time constraints in the blog world. We know the time is right when it is. You are a positive force. Thank you for not saying goodbye.
December 27, 2011 at 9:14 pm
cravesadventure
Life is busy and messy, so do what you need to do. We will still be here reading, commenting, liking, etc. when you post something. Enjoy:)
December 27, 2011 at 9:17 pm
Doc
Obviously, we all care and want the best for you. Take care and post when you can. We’ll be there reading and commenting, and understanding. And as societyred said, thank you for not saying goodbye.
December 27, 2011 at 9:22 pm
disseminatedthought
There’s no need to apologise or justify: the people that follow your blog know that you’ll be back when you can.
December 27, 2011 at 9:32 pm
granbee
I have been missing you! I would urge you to try to post at least once a week: pick a day and time for even a couple of paragraphs or just to share something meaningful you found. I pray for you and all you are doing in the next weeks and months. I believe you will benefit greatly by keeping up the blog, by continuing to build your connections with all of us. We understand–we have our own challenges to keep us from posting, as well. But the rewards are SO great! They will fuel you through many a tough time.
December 27, 2011 at 9:35 pm
carrie
Why am I crying? Because you are a sweetheart and I really hope and pray everything is ok. Of course I understand and if I see you”ve popped in I’ll be thrilled. I”m still keeping you in my prayers.
Thank you for all your words of encouragement these last few months as I entered the land of bloggerville. You don’t know how much it helped me some days.
Take good care my friend and ttyl.
December 27, 2011 at 9:51 pm
Rich Crete
Always remember the blogosphere is a tool for you to use as you need. You are not obliged to a tool. This tool has virtual friends who will be here whenever you need us. Virtual hugs, Miss D.
December 27, 2011 at 10:07 pm
krismerino
We’ll miss you. Come back soon.
December 27, 2011 at 10:17 pm
avomnia
You’ll find that no matter how many times you take a breather from blogging you always come back to it. It is an outlet that we need. We will be watching for your sporadic appearances, and enjoying just as much as we do now.
Take good care!
December 27, 2011 at 10:50 pm
A Rhythm Runs Through It
Soooo glad you decided to change the way you blog and not to leave it altogether! Look forward to your further posts (no matter HOW they are produced!)
Blessed Be,
Jamy 😀
December 27, 2011 at 11:04 pm
MisplacedBoy
One of the best things that happened to me this past year has been getting to know you, Miss D!
Take care of yourself and your family, and come back to the blog when you can. In the meantime, know that you are loved!
December 27, 2011 at 11:07 pm
ashazenzi
You are the kind of person that makes this community amazing. All the best!
December 27, 2011 at 11:24 pm
Bob T Panda
Just know that you are in my thoughts (and the panda kindergarten’s as well) This is such a hard time for you and even tho we haven’t met in the real world, I feel like I know you. Your support of me and my pandas has meant so much. really. I was worried when I hadn’t seen any comments from you, and so knew things must be difficult. Just know that somewhere in the bloggosphere, we stand ready to lift your sprits whenever you are ready or need us.
Be the Bear.
December 27, 2011 at 11:39 pm
Androgoth
The real world sets these challenges in life
and they are often hard to overcome, such
a difficult time for you has taken you from
our grasp but you are a strong woman with
a determination that many would be proud
of Miss. D and you will return to us soon I
know that… In the meantime you take very
good care of yourself and your family, keep
popping by whenver you have the opportunity
and don’t worry about blogging, that can be
done when you are back for good and I for
one am waiting for that great time 🙂 😉
Be very well Miss. D and know that I will be
thinking about you, as will all of your friends
here in our collective family and community 🙂
Androgoth XXx
December 27, 2011 at 11:49 pm
prenin
Andro said it all, but from me – Live, Love and be happy hun, we’ll still be here when you get back!!! 🙂
Best wishes and God Bless! 🙂
Prenin.
December 28, 2011 at 1:12 am
ldsrr91
Best you do what is good for you sis, we will be here when you return. I hope all works out fo ryou.
DS
December 28, 2011 at 1:15 am
patricemj
Best to you and your family…I’m in your town if you need anything : ) . patricemj@comcast.net
December 28, 2011 at 1:59 am
Wayside Artist
Bloggers have big hearts and great sensitivity. We all are writing about our lives. As our days cycle through ups and downs, we know our blogging buddies experience the same in their lives: soaring highs and unbearable lows. Sending you love and hugs!!!
December 28, 2011 at 2:24 am
lorrelee1970
Love you and your blog. Take your time and take care. It’s been a pleasure blogging with the likes of you.
December 28, 2011 at 2:30 am
nevercontrary
You will be missed. You were the first person to be kind to me on wordpress. I hope that in the future you can return to us !
December 28, 2011 at 2:51 am
writingfeemail
I feel like we just met! Keep the blog and post when you can. You may find that when the pressure to turn out frequent pieces is lifted, that the desire to post on occassion is stronger than ever. If not, peace and blessings.
December 28, 2011 at 7:20 am
Red
While you douse the fire IRL, we will be here keeping the bloggy house warm. Meanwhile, take good care of yourself. You cannot do any good without rest and nutrition and chocolate and a stiff margarita.
Happy New Year, Miss Dee. May 2012 bring you the miraculous conclusion to your craziness.
{HUGZ}
Red
December 28, 2011 at 8:17 am
Sunshine
Many blessings to you Miss D. and don’t worry, the neighbors here will always have the porch lights on when it’s time for you to return.
~Peace and love
December 28, 2011 at 4:28 pm
amira
Wish you a very happy new year ahead.
We are here – most in the same boat perhaps.
Take care 🙂
December 28, 2011 at 6:57 pm
Clear Possibilities
Wishing you a great new year. Your blog is brill and so it doesn’t matter how often you blog as I know when you do it will be well worth the read…..looking forward to the next blog whenever it comes when you will continue to be though provoking and real…..
December 28, 2011 at 9:15 pm
barkinginthedark
yeah Dee, i so understand, it is kind of difficult to write, and answer all comments, and do it on a regular basis. you’ve almost taken the type out of my mouth. anyway, you do what you can…we all do…and you’ll be in touch whenever. happy holidays girl. continue…
December 28, 2011 at 10:16 pm
Antigone's Clamor
Miss D, you and I are in similar boats with consistency. Stay strong! I’ll catch up with you as often as I can, but I understand that you have a lot going on. 🙂 Best wishes for a joyful, productive New Year.
December 29, 2011 at 1:26 am
Ramu Nair
Nice to see you back in action… blogging is a way of letting you out which allows you to indulge you in your own world for some time in midst of the challenges around you… Hope to see you again and again… Cheers…
December 29, 2011 at 4:35 am
Anna
Stay strong Miss D! We’ll be here when you get back but don’t rush on our account. Real life needs you!
December 29, 2011 at 10:30 am
spider42
Only came to this blog very recently and though Im not all that familiar with it all and the folks who are more regular here, I’m glad to hear that you’re not entirely abandoning it.
I’ve known far too many bloggers over the years who’ve just vanished or decided to call it a day as readership and such dwindled… its a sad feeling and I’ve had moments when I came really close myself.
You are absolutely correct in your expressing how big a deal it is and how much of an honour it is when people come and visit and follow and comment and such – it feels great and makes you want to do a better job and be worthy of readers. And we are indeed the real global villages, all over the place but with a sensibility and understanding of things that most around us in the real world would not clearly comprehend or appreciate.
A pleasure to have found this blog.
Cheers.
December 29, 2011 at 12:15 pm
Elyse
As others have said, do what you need to do. For yourself, your family. We’ll be around when you’re lookin’ — with open arms. Good luck to you, your sister and your nephew.
December 29, 2011 at 2:27 pm
underwhelmer
We’ll miss you Miss D. 😦
I’m at work right now so I can’t really grieve properly (wild, sobbing tantrums and the like) but I’ll make up for it tonight. 😉
We’ll be here, just as unhinged as ever, when you can come back. In the meantime, I’d like to say that it’s been an absolute pleasure.
Best wishes,
-the underwhelmer
December 30, 2011 at 8:23 pm
♡ The Tale Of My Heart ♡
Wish you Happy New year 2012… 🙂
December 31, 2011 at 1:40 pm
aFrankAngle
Great words from the heart that speak for many of us. More importantly, you have to take care of yourself. My time hear has been short and our interactions few, but you are an model for us all.
December 31, 2011 at 4:22 pm
Androgoth
Happy New Year 2012 Miss. D
and I am thinking about you and
your family my great friend 🙂
Androgoth XXx
December 31, 2011 at 4:30 pm
prenin
Happy New Year MDR!!! 🙂
Hope that things get better for you in 2012 and that this is your year to SHINE!!! 🙂
Love and hugs always! 🙂
Prenin.
January 1, 2012 at 12:36 am
Bob T Panda
Happy(er) New Year Miss D. Funny to think that all these people that we don’t know in the “real world” can have such impact on each other, but we do, you do. Thanks again for your support of my silly pandas. I am thinking of you as the calendar flips to another year. You are the bear.
January 2, 2012 at 5:55 am
beautifulchaos2
Happy New Year Miss D!
Don’t feel rushed or obligated to return any sooner than when you are ready to, it sounds like you have much more important things going on and I wish you all the best with whatever you’re dealing with and I hope you have a bright and beautiful 2012. Best wishes to you always, Nikki
January 2, 2012 at 10:16 am
Soul
Wish you a very Happy New Year 2012 Miss D.
Happiness and Joy.
Soul.
January 3, 2012 at 7:05 pm
JSD
I’m glad you’re not leaving us, and I wish you and your loved ones all the best. Looking forward to when you can return. Take care.
January 4, 2012 at 11:24 pm
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January 6, 2012 at 6:00 pm
enreal
you’re an awesome woman miss D. keep you head up and your heart open. hope this year is better than the last!
January 6, 2012 at 10:29 pm
Androgoth
I am just calling in to see what you are up to…
just kidding I hope that everything is okay with
your sister and that you are coping alright too
Miss. D 🙂 I am still thinking about you and I do
hope that you will be coming back here soon 🙂
Androgoth XXx
January 8, 2012 at 4:54 pm
adollyciousirony
Happy New year Miss D 🙂
I wish you all the best in life and in love…
dolly xoxo
January 12, 2012 at 11:06 am
Androgoth
I am just calling by to wish you and your family a lovely Thursday Miss. D and I do hope that everything is going okay… Be good 🙂
Androgoth XXx
January 12, 2012 at 2:36 pm
theduffboy
Looking forward to your new posts! Happy 2012!
January 12, 2012 at 2:37 pm
theduffboy
Hope everything in your life falls into place.
January 14, 2012 at 4:40 pm
grammyjinlx
Thanks for not stopping. I look forward to finding your little works of heart in my RSS (Rhubarb Sludge SIeve? – well it keeps the good stuff for me and lets the other stuff gently pass through!) whenever you find the time and courage to post something new.
January 27, 2012 at 2:15 am
rastelly
Blessings. Over and out.
January 29, 2012 at 12:52 am
Androgoth
Helloooooo Miss. D and I wonder how you are my great friend, you are certainly being missed around here so I hope that you will be calling back here soon, you are a great and wicked friend so don’t be too long now 🙂
Androgoth XXx
February 1, 2012 at 2:35 pm
philosophermouseofthehedge
Can understand. Appreciate survival instincts. Peace.
February 12, 2012 at 12:35 am
lgkelley
I am deeply sorry for your loss. In Jan. my mom lost her oldest sister to brain cancer. She is the first person that was a constant in my life since I was born that has passed. She is the fifth family member of mine to pass in the last 2 years. I understand not being able to keep up with the blog. You will be missed and I hope you return.