Hi friends! I’ve been gone too long. I miss you! I’ve been wondering what to write and when to write. My family is going through some adversity, and to be honest, we have some local haters out there who would love it if I said I was hurt or scared. So I won’t divulge what we are facing. Just know that we are a strong, happy family. We are healthy. We have the love and support of our family, friends, clients, and our community. We will get through this, and then I’ll speak loud and clear.
Some of you may know what we are going through because of our business blog where we have spoken out as much as we can.
On a positive note, the girls are doing great and looking forward to attending a wedding in May! The last wedding we attended was so long ago that the kids don’t remember it. Now they are able to choose their dresses, sandals and accessories. They can’t wait to see the bride & groom, and to see what all the hub-bub is about. Weddings are so magical. This one will be at a local golf resort, and we’ll be sure to take lots of photos.
The girls were on March Break this week, and we were able to fit in a day of boating. Oh it felt great to be on the river, the wind blowing through out hair, and to sit on the beach with our toes in the water.
In April, we’ll be venturing to Knott’s Berry Farm, a first for Tom and the girls. I haven’t been in 20-some years, so it will be new to me too! If you have any advice, we’d love to hear it.
Again, I apologize for being away. I’ll be making the rounds to say hello and see what is new with you.
Comment By: Ingrid
March 29th, 2014 at 2:54 pm
Welcome back and sorry life is presenting some unpleasant challenges. Have fun at Knott’s Berry Farm…I’ve never been 🙂
Comment By: Jean
March 29th, 2014 at 5:40 pm
Thank you so much, Ingrid. We’ll be sure to share our upcoming vacation with photos & tales.
Comment By: Eccentricity
March 29th, 2014 at 6:39 pm
It’s good to see you again! We’ve moved to Florida since the last time I commented on your blog. The wedding and vacation are definitely events to look forward to. 🙂
Haters gonna hate – you’ll come through stronger than ever.
Comment By: Jean
March 29th, 2014 at 8:28 pm
Hi Eccentricity! It is good to see you too! Congratulations on your move to Florida! I’ll bet you are enjoying some beautiful weather & sights!
Looking forward to coming through and putting all of it behind me. 🙂 Thanks!
Comment By: Bijoux
March 30th, 2014 at 4:58 am
Hi Jean! So glad you came back. I’m sorry to hear of your struggles, but hope you are on the path to resolution.
Plus, I’ve been wondering if you are obsessed with Southern Charm as much as me??
Comment By: Jean
April 11th, 2014 at 10:46 am
Bijoux! I’m so sorry that your comments ended up in the spam folder, and that it took me so long to check! Thank you for your comments and your support. All has been resolved now, and I will post soon about that. I haven’t watched Southern Charm yet. Is it good? Addictive like all things Bravo?! 🙂 I’ll have to catch up!
Comment By: richard tripp
March 30th, 2014 at 6:38 am
I’ve never been to knot’s either. Have fun. Hang in there, you’ll get through the issues, I’ve had a few myself. I plan on being up in June, take care, later. R
Comment By: Jean
March 30th, 2014 at 11:04 am
Thank you, Dick. We will see you in June! I hope you are doing well. Thank you for your words of encouragement.
Comment By: Amanda
March 30th, 2014 at 6:47 am
I was just wondering about you the other day! 🙂
Comment By: Jean
April 11th, 2014 at 10:48 am
Thanks, Amanda! I owe you several visits!
Comment By: Ron
March 30th, 2014 at 7:26 am
Jean, I was so delighted to see that you had posted today…yahoo!
I love the photo of the girls in their dresses and sandals. The colors they selected are faaaaabulous!
And it’s so ironic you mentioned going to beach and enjoying your spring weather out there, because today it’s raining so hard and very, very cold here. We had some beautiful spring weather a few weeks ago, however, it’s turned back into winter…Brrrrrrr!
Sending you LOTS of ‘good vibes’ my friend!
((((((((( You ))))))))
Glad to see you back blogging because you’ve been missed!
X
Comment By: Jean
April 11th, 2014 at 10:58 am
Hi Ron! Thank you for swinging by my blog. You are such a good friend, even when I disappear.
I love the girls’ dresses too, and just rented a pretty coral number from Rent The Runway to wear to this upcoming wedding. My gosh, dare I say it will be 99 degrees here today? We are sweltering already. You stay warm! Is there still snow on the ground? Coming by to see you right now!
Comment By: catherine gacad
March 31st, 2014 at 8:13 pm
jean, it’s great to hear from you! forget about the naysaysers. just keep on, keeping on!
Comment By: Jean
April 11th, 2014 at 11:10 am
Thank you, Catherine. The drama is now over ::: whew! ::: Time to move forward. I hope all is well with you! Your due date must be fast approaching!
Comment By: Bijoux
April 1st, 2014 at 6:43 am
Hi Jean! My comment over the weekend never made it up, so I’m trying again. I’ve missed your posts and hope that your situation is resolved soon.
Also, I’m dying to know if you love Southern Charm as much as I do??
Comment By: Rach @ This Italian Family
April 3rd, 2014 at 3:15 pm
Aww, the girls will love the wedding! 🙂
Also, sorry about the drama you guys are dealing with. Hopefully it will be resolved soon!
Comment By: Jean
April 11th, 2014 at 11:17 am
Hi Rach! Thank you for your comment & support. All the drama is done, and we are relieved to have it behind us.
Looking forward to the upcoming wedding, and just rented a gorgeous coral dress to compliment the girls’ dresses. I hope all is well with you!
Comment By: Mark
April 6th, 2014 at 5:16 pm
I’ve heard on good authority that Knott’s Berry Farm is a great cure for adversity. Hope you all have fun, and the drama dies down soon. I’ve never been, so my only advice is – have fun!
Comment By: Jean
April 11th, 2014 at 11:18 am
Thanks, Mark! I’ve got Knotts in my sights now, and am putting this crapola drama behind me.
Comment By: Ellesees.blogspot.com
April 23rd, 2014 at 4:58 am
so glad you’re back and that the drama is over
!!!