***On a blog sabbatical until July 2015***
Keeping secrets, not telling. The truth was strangled in my throat for so many years.
Once I became strong enough to tell my truth to one, then another, I found increasing healing and empowerment in my words. Getting the awfulness out in the open helped make the darkness flee.
Over time, telling my truth to safe people strengthened me to be able to speak my truth to anyone -even if they didn’t believe me.
Starting this blog nearly 3 years ago has been such an incredibly important part of me speaking truth in a whole new way. Recently, I’ve discovered myself in a new phase of growth, discovery, and healing. There are some relationships I’ve decided to devote more of myself to, and a new layer of emotional work I’m focusing on. As a result, I can’t seem to find my voice right now. I think I’m in need of recharging, renewing, revitalizing.
In recognition of this, I’ve made the decision to take a 6 month sabbatical from blogging as I dive deep again. I’m seeking more healing, more forgiveness, and a stronger voice.
Thank you everyone for your wisdom, support, and understanding. You have given me new perspectives, new ideas, and the gift of friendship.
I look forward to returning to your blogs and mine this summer. Best wishes to you all. I’ll see you soon.
Feb 08, 2015 @ 13:10:14
enjoy the trip… see you on the other side… that’s all that counts
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Feb 02, 2015 @ 16:45:40
Blessings on this sabbatical. You will be missed, but you will come back renewed.
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Jan 30, 2015 @ 14:03:21
Good luck, Denise. I look forward to reading you again! Take care.
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Jan 27, 2015 @ 13:33:54
Denise, You will be greatly missed! i am sure God has great things in store for you.
God’s Blessings on your sabbatical and your life!
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Jan 27, 2015 @ 07:58:13
sometimes not finding a voice is exactly what you need for healing. Sometimes it is the path we walk to distance ourselves from boundaries, from labels, from pre-defined boxes.
I hope you will find what you are looking for or you will not find what you thought you needed and in a process find yourself. Good luck!
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Jan 25, 2015 @ 14:36:03
Thank you for all that you do, Denise!
Enjoy that time off, refresh, renew and reconnect with all that’s important to you. I’ll be thinking of you. xoxox
Michelle
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Jan 25, 2015 @ 12:34:47
Good for you! I will miss your blogs and your wisdom, but I SO understand. I’m at a place right now, I don’t want to write, blog, tweet…burned out. I hope you and I can keep a conversation going online, if not, meh. I understand. Enjoy your time off…and return to us, please.
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Jan 25, 2015 @ 09:17:11
Think of this as another tunnel on the track to where you are going. The sunshine and broader views will be even better for having gone through the tunnel. We’ll all be waiting to hear what views the tunnel has brought to you.
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Jan 25, 2015 @ 08:10:17
Love and respect to you, Denise. I’d love to stay in contact with you via text/phone, if you want. May God breathe His loving will into you as you seek His guidance.
I’ve taken many breaks in my blogging. They’ve been great times of challenge and new growth.
I know great things lie ahead. Would love to walk the road with you.
Love to you…
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Jan 25, 2015 @ 04:49:51
Blessings to you Denise!
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Jan 25, 2015 @ 00:07:50
❤️
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 21:34:33
I look forward to seeing you return again, Denise, and wish you all the best in this new phase of your journey. Take good care.
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 20:33:04
This is a good decision for you Denise. You will be greatly missed here but we will still be here when you feel you can return, full of vim and vigour! Take care.
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 20:10:27
I’m sure you will find your voice Denise. I honor you in living your truth and taking a break to renew and refocus. many blessings,
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 19:10:43
I know about speaking and living one’s truth, Denise. It is good to learn that you are growing into it. God speed with you wise choice to refocus your self. All the best.
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 18:56:57
Sounds wise and courageous. I’m proud of you!
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 18:42:39
I will miss your words and hope everything you need is just a few ideas away. Blessings Denise
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 18:40:12
Good luck with this and your time away to go deeper. Until we connect again, please know that your voice has been a wonderful refreshing inspiration for me. Glad our paths have crossed. Enjoy. ❤
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 18:35:32
I will miss you but have faith in your wisdom to do what is right for you. You are an inspiration, looking forward to your return!
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 18:33:40
Denise, I’m proud of you for setting an example of self-care and focus for all of us. I’ve been doing some soul-searching too about what’s most important in my life, so I completely understand. I urge you to continue writing and journaling during your sabbatical. That way if you’re inclined to chronicle your continuing journey, you’ll have the raw materials at your fingertips. If I can be of any assistance to you now or later, all you have to do is ask. My love and prayers go with you as you begin a new chapter in your life.
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 18:23:09
This is, no doubt, a wise and courageous decision but you will be missed, Denise. Hope your time off is fruitful and your healing is deeply meaningful. Come back to us as soon as you can!
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Jan 24, 2015 @ 18:18:49
Good luck and take care. See you in the flip side, inspired and excited.
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