Friday, March 6, 2009

I'm not dead nor sick. I'm just having a very busy and very hard time. I haven't sewn a single stitch since October last year. Please bear with me, I'm really not in the right shape for blogging/writing right now and the lack of time is also killing me.
Thank you so much for thinking of me, writing me emails and giving me awards, that does help a lot and it touches me deeply.
I'll do my best and try to post next week. I miss you all.

82 comments:

Anwen said...

Hope things improve for you soon!

Anonymous said...

my goodness dear, I really thought you had had a bad car accident or something. Soo happy to hear from you. Take care! Hope things improve soon!
Ella from Japan

Anonymous said...

I'm glad to hear that! I've certainly missed you and I truly hope you'll come back to sewing some time. Take care, Frida

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the token of life,hope things will improve soon for you. Take care, hugs.
Els

Sigrid said...

I'm glad you posted this little message. Take care of yourself!

Rose said...

I'm glad that you surfaced and came up for air :) to let us know that you are still around. :). Please take care of the things that need to be taken care of, including yourself.

Rose in Silicon valley.

Elaray said...

Hoping and praying things improve for you. Take care of yourself.

Anne-Marie said...

What a relief ! Being a miss drama, I was certain something important happen to you. I am certain that you have tens of admirers who think of you (including me) and who are sending you a hug bag of energy. Take good care of your self.

Anonymous said...

So glad to hear from you! I hope it gets easier for you. As you can see, we all love your blog and miss you.

Gretchen the Household Deity said...

Take your time! Sewing and blogging are supposed to be fun, not stressful.

cidell said...

We're all going to be here when you get back XOXO.

Rachel said...

It is so good to hear from you. I hope everything gets better.

Kak Khaty said...

Take care Laura and thanks for updating. Many things came across my mind though. Miss you..ahakks...
Khaty

Anonymous said...

We miss you, too, Laura! I hope you get some time to yourself soon to catch your breath and relax.

Karen said...

We're just glad to know that you're all right. Post when you can and take care of yourself.

Berry said...

I hope times will get smoother on you quickly. Take good care of you, no stress, we'll be there whenever you're ready to be back.

BCN - UNIQUE designer patterns said...

Laura.- I miss you too. My best wishes to you.


take care, Paco

Leslie in Austin said...

Sending you good vibes to make it through what sounds like a challenging time. Eagerly awaiting your return to your sewing studio! Take good care of yourself.

Birgitte said...

Your post helped lessen the worry, thank you. Like everyone else, I'm hoping things get better soon, please take care of yourself.

Anonymous said...

I'm so glad you are ok, sorry if you are too busy, that may be a good things during these times. I'm sure you are doing an excellent job at work and hope you get a break and find more time for yourself soon! We'll be hear waiting :)

Maryissewfast said...

Warm thoughts heading your way...take care...Mary

Vicki said...

Good to hear that you are 'OK'. Yes, you are missed, but you do what you need to do. Best wishes :)
Ps. life is in the way for me too at the moment and I have not sewed a stitch this year :(

Big Sis said...

Awesome, and sorry. I was just thinking yesterday that I hadn't heard anything your way in a long time.

Christina said...

Thanks for the update, I was wondering about you! Hope things get back to normal soon.

golden star said...

No matter what, I will check your blog. So, take your time and I will always enjoy!

Take care.

Gwen said...

I'm sorry to hear that things have been rough lately. :(
Of course we all miss you, but the important thing is to take care of yourself. I'll be sending good thoughts your way and hoping that things get better. Hang in there!
--Gwen

Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic) said...

Laura - didn't mean to pressure you...I knew you would emerge in your own time...just wanted to let you know how special you are to me! Take your time...I will be right here when YOU want to return!!!

Melissa said...

Glad you're okay - I miss you blogging. I hope you get some "me" time soon!

Janene said...

So glad to know that you are okay....Hugs!

Anonymous said...

see, my dear, how many people care about you, and worry about you, from all over the world.
I hope this will give you encouragement in your daily life, because you are a very special lady.
People (and I) have gotten to know you as a very beautiful and special person who makes extraordinary clothes and has been a sewing inspiration to us (me) for such a long time..
Like Tim Gunn always says in Project Runway: "Make it work", and get back to your brilliant self a.s.a.p. please.
Big hug,
Ella from Japan

Jackie said...

I just found your blog again around the time you made the white trench. I enjoy reading about your projects. I hope things work out better for you soon and you will able to come back! Take care.

Anonymous said...

More positive energy and warm thoughts coming your way from Southern California.

Regina Gee said...

Laura, gald to hear you from you! Take it one step at a time. Blog when you can to let us know you are well. Remember there is a community of people who care for you.

Ann Made Studio said...

Nice to hear from you -Take Care :)

HAUTABOO said...

Hello Laura,

I really like your style. Keep up the great stuff.

Fashion Able

Anonymous said...

Whenever your ready, we'll still be here. Please take care of yourself.

Marita said...

There is a real world out there, besides blogging and sewing and it sometimes takes a toll- missed you too-glad you're ok:-)

Katrin said...

Dear Laura,
thank you for the sign of life, I was worrying about you, too.
Take care of yourself and my best wishes that everything will turn out well in the end.
Best regards,
Katrin

Anonymous said...

looking forward to reading new posts soon
Take care
A bientot

Tany said...

Missing you too, dear friend... Take care and do not rush back if you need more time for yourself; we all need a break from time to time (I need one too!) and you should always come first.
(((HUGS)))

doracouture su misura said...

Laura ti guardo sempre sei molto brava,ti capisco un bacio Dora

Cennetta said...

Glad you are alright. Hope things get better for you soon.

Kitty Couture said...

Prends bien soin de toi, ma belle. Je pense souvent à toi, tu me manques mais je comprends. J'espère que ta vie ira bientôt mieux. Gros bisous.

Anonymous said...

Thanks for let us know that you are fine.
We love you.

Anonymous said...

Sewing will always be there, it is the thread that holds it all together and never leaves the soul completely. So, I know you'll get back to it when you can. Selfishly, I hope it is sooner rather than later

Anonymous said...

Bentornata sono veramente felice di rivederti,ciao.Vici

Anonymous said...

Laura, you're quite an inspiration to me. I love your clothes and your style - both in garments and in life. You'll be in my prayers.

Jenni said...

Hey Laura, hope things are going a bit better for you. I certainly miss your posts. To cheer you up, and because I admire your work so much, I've nominated you for a Sisterhood award over on my blog http://sewyld.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

I'm so glad to hear that you are not ill or something. I've really missed reading your reviews & blog, just like everyone else! You teach me so much, it's like having my own personal sewing instructor. Take your time...hope you get NOT so busy, soon....and WISH that you were not having a "very hard time" of it. You can see that we all miss & care for you deeply, Laura. Ginny

Anonymous said...

Lots of love and really miss you !! Winifred UK

Anonymous said...

Hi Laura:
Hope you find the peace and energy you need to get through this time. We're rooting for you. I've learned so much from you and sewing/blogging will be here when you get back! Take care of yourself!

Anonymous said...

So glad you posted. We do miss seeing your newest creations but please do take care!

Nancy Winningham said...

Don't worry. You know we all love you and whenever you are up to posting again, we'll be here to read it :-) (Bloglines is great for letting us know when you do) Life just happens that way sometimes. When it's the right time, you'll get back into it.

Anonymous said...

thanks for letting us know you're hanging in there. We miss you at PR and I've often thought of you over the weeks.I hope and pray all will be well with you soon.
God Bless, Yummy mummy (Grace)

angie.a said...

Soo glad to see you've posted an update. I was worried about you! Hang in there, we'll still be here when you feel up to posting (and hopefully sewing) again! Take care of yourself.

lorrwill said...

Thanks for the update. I hope things get better real soon.

Judi said...

Whew! I was beginning to think something sinister had happened. Take your time. We'll keep checking in so we're here when you are ready. Sending good thoughts your way.

PVW said...

Take your time...

Claudia said...

Never forget that WE all LOVE you!!!

robbie said...

I'm so glad you posted, even just a bit. I know that things can be much, have faith. robbie

Mamapicklejuice said...

Are you still dancing, I hope???

Anonymous said...

Laura, take good care of yourself. Remember, there's always a light at the end of the tunnel. Also, God does not give us more than what we can handle. Can't wait to see your creations when you're ready. Be well! Evelyn from the USA

Winifred said...

Love you Laura, Take care and come back as soon as you can WE miss you !!!

Angelia said...

Thanks for letting us all know you're doing ok... please take care of yourself. I miss seeing your beautiful creations.
I'll say a prayer for you and hope things get easier in the future.
Have a very blessed day!

JudithNYC said...

Hope things get better soon. I will keep checking periodically to read about your beautiful sewing and your salsa dancing stories.

lorrwill said...

Hope you are okay.

Rose said...

I'm glad to hear from you and know that you are still kicking. I'll be here when you are ready to post again. Take care.

Laura S. said...

Hope things are improving for you and that your return is imminent. Yours is my favorite sewing blog, but I know how it is when life intervenes. Your pics remind me so much of the actress, Marisa Tomei (just thought I'd throw that in).
Looking forward to your return.

Teddylyn said...

I keep checking back to see if you have returned to making your incredible creations--sometimes life makes you go another way, however! I have also wondered about your sister who made the gorgeous coat by hand! I hope all is well and that you are enjoying whatever you are doing!

Lynda in LV

addicted to life said...

Hey Laura!
We miss your creative work :)

couture a la mode said...

Laura - you're such an inspiration! We all miss seeing your lovely creations. Please come back soon....Thanks.

anabelacampus said...

Your blog is interesting and nice.
kisses from portugal.

Kristina Kecman said...

Laura, be good!
Take care! Hugs from Serbia. Kristina

Anonymous said...

Laura, hope you are still okay- I've missed your posts- take care!
Mea

Trudy said...

Laura, I'm saying a little prayer for you right now. I hope things in your life are improving and that you are able to come back to sewing and blogging soon. You are such an accomplished seamstress. I am always inspired by your work.

Anonymous said...

Hey Laura, it's been a year since your last blog, we've moved to China in the meantime, and the first thing I looked up was your site. Sorry to see you still are not up to blogging or sewing...
take care!
Ella from Shanghai

Kay said...

Dear Laura,

I hope all is well with you. Sending some positive vibes.

Kay from Toronto

TM said...

Hope you´ll soon have time for sewing and blogging again!
I´m your follower!
http://aygenart.blogspot.com/
best wishes for 2010

sensoussi said...

What an elegant woman, and the finitions are so good, sure I'll come back, have many things to learn here

Unknown said...

Hi LauraLo
I just started viewing lots of your reviews on Patternreview.com and they are very helpful, thanks for sharing them, of course why not have a break, anyway you must have a lovely wardrobe by now.

Sometimes life just gets so busy and we have so much going on!

Thanks
Linda Lou Franklin

Lorraine said...

I'm so happy that you're back. I was worried about you! Congratulations on your being pregnant! Lorraine, in northern Illinois USA

Anonymous said...

dear Laura, what wonderful news, I was surprised but delighted to see your blog post. We've missed you and thought of you often, I even have a Romanian co-worker. God bless you and your family.
love yummymummy