Really floundering at the moment. Reaching for the lifeline, but it's so far...just out of grip.
Trying to decide whether to continue on with my project which I am not feeling much into right now or let it sink into the abyss. I know that I'd miss this and all of you like crazy, but sometimes it doesn't bring me much joy.
Last night's sleep was bad yet again. I went to be insanely early for me and was up at awful 4 am. Lack o' zees makes everything tougher to deal with. Today I plan to spend some time in the sun and searching for the joy again. Hope you all are well.
Beautiful shot. Sorry to hear that you're floundering. Why does the project have to be one extreme or another? Do it when it can bring you joy and back away for a little when it doesn't? It doesn't have to "fall into the abyss" either. I enjoy your shots, Amanda. Hope you continue to do whatever makes you happy, healthy, and balanced! 365 will always be here either way.
Beautiful. I have felt that way at times too. Take a break? Or stop taking pics (like I've been forced to do lol) and go back through stuff you haven't edited or put on the back burner... I have found it great to fiind some little gems hidden away. Ps... if you do decide to go... you must add to FB!
ahhhh poor you...gotta agree with Ms. T as well. 365 is not a job, it gotta be enjoyment, its ok to take a break =) although please dont leave completely =D
Seems like you have a few stresses going on which is causing the sleep problems and lack of enthusiasm for your photos. I completely understand. Do what you need to do but you will be missed if you do stop. I will miss you a lot and you can't make me sad on my birthday!
@thirtysevenways Aw, it's your birthday?! Hope that you have a very happy one and super new year of life. I don't think that I'd be happy if I quite completely. Just lost my drive. Hopefully I get it back. And maybe in the meantime I can take a break for a bit or just use fillers til I feel inspired again. Thanks, my friend! You are one of my faves:).
Wonderfully composed shot. Its a fav for me. This piece says for me that while the subject is undertaking potentially great effort to reach a goal or destination, there is a tranquility that surrounds and overwhelms the turmoil of effort. Please be encouraged. :-)
Amanda, I would be so upset to see you go, and I know I will speak for so many. You bring a touch of the zany into our lives. I like to think that you are related to Dr Seuss with some of the mad things you say and do. I get so much fulfillment now out of taking a lot of shots on a day out somehwere and using them and archive shots to fill my albums. Maybe that is a way to approach 365?
But that is about me, and how I run my project, and how I would feel if you left. The important person here is your good self. If you need a break, to concentrate on the stresses and strains of the moment, you should do so. 365 shouldn't be anything other than enjoyable, a positive influence on your life. Whatever you decide, you'll always be a very long distance pal, who has made me smile on days when I didn't feel like it. Take care of you and your lovely family.
I am sorry to hear that you are in such a funk! However, I actually know how you feel! I too have been battling between remaining active or stepping away to clear my head. Then I think that if I do that, will I lose what I have gained since joining? While all of your followers would miss you greatly, you must do what is best for you!
After my first year I backed off from taking a photo every day and started posting current fillers. It probably isn't quite as good for viewers, but is good for me. When I'm uninspired, there are still images to share, and I still feel connected to this great community. Maybe the secret is to not feel obligated to post. My point is, do what you can when you feel the desire. Your photos and personality are a joy for all of us so we hope you continue when you can.
I believe we all felt like quiting th eproject once in while. It's tough when you have a busy routine, but I think you need to do what fits you, what makes you feel good about yourself. Sometimes we all go for fillers and not so good photos, but that's how life is, isns´t it? Somedays are better then others. This one here is one of the GREAT ones. Total FAv. And I can almost feel the same way that guy probably did... rowing int he calm water. Just hang in there, dear. Better days will come.
When you have a lot going on in your life, and lots of stresses, it's so hard. I love your image of being out and alone -- dream of peacefulness perhaps?? I would miss you so much on 365! I love your images and your comments and the way you think. But 365 shouldn't be -- as many have said above -- a stressor! It should be an escape. I'm hoping you figure out a way to make it work for you as a haven and not an obligation.
This is so well composed... Fav! Your choice doesn't have to be all or none. I've hit this a few times myself and simply have to back off a bit which makes the return more enjoyable.
Beautiful capture,Amanda!!I tend to take a lot of shots a couple of times a week,now I've finished year one...much less stressful than hunting for shots every day.
Amanda...first of all I love this photo! One of my favorite things to do and so beautifully captured. So sorry to hear of your situation. You might need a break...but please don't give up. You are such an inspiration to so many!! That is very selfish I know. Your lack of sleep is not doubt a big contributor to your feelings...and aren't you having a move coming up. Lots going on for you. It hasn't affected your 365 project, as it your images are still on my list of favorites! Take a nap, do some yoga, get a massage, drink some herbal tea, listen to some soft music, take a nap, read a book, get some natural vitamin D, take a nap, meditate, practice deep breathing, take a nap. Did I mention take a nap? Any or all of the above!! Hugs and best wishes!
Amanda, I've been in that same place lately. I think the important thing is not to put too much pressure on yourself about the project. It's totally ok, have those times where you just drop in for a bit :-) And at other times you'll have lots of phojo and then the project will be here. My sleep has been very crazy, off kilter. Hard to take pics when it's dark outside while one is awake. I've been kind of fascinated by sleep lately after watching this talk on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xF24xmJQK1k it's long, but very interesting. Just want you to know I'm here for you. If you ever want to talk.
((((Amanda)))) back in the old days that was a cyber hug.Don't see it anymore ....but there it is. Everyone rides the roller coaster and sometimes it just stalls at the bottom.do what you need to do to find your spark and your joy. I agree with Ms T...don't pressure yourself to take photos when you don't want to.Wait till your inspiration hits.no need to leave.you would be terribly missed! I hope sleep and inspiration both find there way to you!
Love Hope's virtual hug idea...so here is one now (((((Amanda))))). Take a break and do what you need to do, but please don't leave, I really enjoy your shots. This one is a fav...and it was when I had yet to click to see it larger and long before I read all the comments! :)
Yet another cyber hug (((((((Amanda))))))) ... I do understand your dilemma... I had to back off for a time. Lack of sleep can affect every facet of your life... I speak from experience! I still enjoy 365 but don't stress as much about it as I used to. You would be missed by many of us should you leave altogether. Hope you will find some joy once again soon, and some regular sleep. Will keep you in my prayers in the days to come. This is an exception image... one of solitude and contemplation. Fav.
Wishing you some peace, friend. I say, step back from it, leave it up, and decide. I basically took September off and just posted older photos, which freed me up to take or not take my own as I chose. It made me want to come back, but it was also a relief to have a little more time on my hands! No decision has to be final.
ps. I've just read what you've written, Amanda, you will be sooo missed if you go (pls don't go :( ) but it sounds like you need a well deserved break. Perhaps have a few days / weeks off and come back when you feel like you can fit it in again x
Your picture is beautiful and peaceful. Sorry to hear that things aren't going so well for you though. I think most of us get similar patches in our projects - you have to do what is right for you. You can always come back and your 365 family will always be here for you if you do have a break. A few times I've just spent a week posting but not commenting, or taking pics but not uploading them until later to take some of the 'pressure' out of it. I hope you can work out what to do for the best. *hugs*
Fav - love this picture. Boat, reflection, silhouette - all my favourite things. I think lack of sleep makes everything just awful. Like others have said maybe take a break for a bit. Would miss you, your lovely photos and lovely comments if you disappeared for good - but it is meant to be something enjoyable; not a chore or a source of stress.
Oh don't go! Just wait ... it comes and goes the satisfaction and inspiration ... season changes are often a little upsetting and lack of sleep a total bummer ... who else will patrol your pagoda ! Lovely shot ... Love the reflected arm!
Don't go, take some time off to recharge your batteries. Hopefully your sleep will get better and you will feel more like your wonderful self, the one who makes us laugh :) Hugs x
@edie Funny story about my trip to Canada...we were listening to the radio and I heard the shocking name of the band "Barenaked Ladies" mentioned again and again. I first heard them there in the early 90's. I've loved them ever since. Still need to see them in concert. Listening to them now:).
@friend2303 I think you are right, Vijay. I will probably just use filler when I'm not up for it or perhaps take some days/time off as needed. Thanks so much for the encouragement and fav, but whoops, recheck the button:)). We all need a kick in the pants and get down about this sometimes, huh? Wasn't that just you recently?!
first of all fav. second of all, don't put so much pressure on yourself. the project should be fun. you don't have to post a photo every day. do it as the mood and inspiration strike. i'm being selfish, but i don't want you to go! *hugs*
was just checking if you showed some movement... thank god I saw you twitch :-) ... lol ...sorry about that ...... Faved now :-) ... !! Honestly I am still struggling but I;ll figure out a way and stay the course ... but you've been here for much more longer .... so far above me to suggest ... but I really think I'll miss you around ... so not happy to see you go like this :-) .... but you must do what you must to enjoy what you are doing .. otherwise it defeats the very intent of being here ... right? am sure you will find a way out my friend!!
@friend2303 THANK YOU!!! There are days when I absolutely love it, feel like I am meant to take photos and days when it's sheer drudgery and being on here feels like a waste of my time/life. I've been feeling more like the latter for some days now. The weather and lack of sleep don't help. Tomorrow I have a meet up with a 365 friend to try to capture some fall leaves in a pretty woods. Today I took time to dance and play and smile again. These things are helping. I appreciate you, man. Hope you get through your time, too.
Beautiful photo. Fav for me too. It represents all that I love, minus a dog.
Get your sleep right, Amanda, it's key to good health. This project is for you. Do it how it suits you best. It can be a lot of pressure at times and I've noticed quite a few people taking breaks lately. It's difficult some days, but tonight I'm sitting here with eyeliner all over my face and the dogs are looking at me funny. Where's the cold cream when you need it?
Take a break for a while-and I hope u'll sleep better tonight:)I take the following herbs to make me sleep: Valerian root capsules,melatonin,chamomile tea and ocassionally prescribed Ambien.:)
More {{{Hugs}}} coming your way, Amanda! Just to add my sentiments to the list, I would be VERY sad if you left. 365 would just not be the same without your wonderful images and lovely spirit. That said, you need to do what suits you best. Take a break, recharge, focus on your family and beginnings in a new home. Hopefully, a little time away and some good rest will renew and reinvigorate. Keep this project fun and make it what you want it to be. This is a beautiful shot, BTW. So peaceful and hopeful to me!
Here's a fav from me to help as well. I don't want you to go either. I felt the same last month. It's not because i don't enjoy it, it's just that it is so time consuming.
I commented on your previous shot then read this one. So sorry that you are still not feeling it. I agree with what others have already said but also wanted to add that I have really enjoyed your shots and your humor. Thank you also for the support you have shown me , especially when I needed it a few months ago. I hope you find the balance again soon and of course we would all like you to stay but do whatever you need to do. :)
Fab silhouette and image - just look at what we would all be missing!!! You have so much going on at the moment, it's little wonder trying to come up with a photo a day has become a stress rather than a pleasure! I find taking time out helps and I soon find myself itching to get out with my camera again!! Please don't go! : ))
Hi Amanda :). Beautiful pic. I've been out of sorts myself and apologize for not visiting as consistently as I had been. Like all of our friends here, going through the ups and downs of the long haul. Embrace the support and do what you feel :)
@adamj No worries, Adam. I've been bad at keeping up myself. Life happens. It's strange how people cycle through as friends and followers on here. The consistency changes. People come and go. It's never the same. I think that I can make it, but will probably just take time/days off when I need to. Today I was out shooting again and it felt amazing. It is what I love to do. Just not every day. Thank you!
@rennes Today I went out and was shooting and it felt so good, so natural. It is my love, just not daily. Thanks, Lisa. I think that I will make it through this!
@bristolrose Oh of course, my friend. Thanks so much for your kind words. I think that I will make it though. I was out shooting today and it felt amazing. Just need to give myself a break and cut some slack when I need it.
@fishy It can be soooo time consuming. And that is just with taking, editing and posting photos and then there is the commenting and the replying...and...It's a love hate thing. Thanks so much for your kind words, fav and support, Andrew. I think I will make it through!
@pflaume Thanks so much, Lisa. Really appreciate all of the love and encouragement. Feeling more hopeful today. I actually was shooting again and it felt amazing. I just need to give myself more of a break and not push myself to have to be great and keep up everyday. I can get through this, I think. Thanks again!
@bardejov Aw, thanks so much, lady. I intended year 2 to be easier...to post when I wanted to and such. Some things about it I have been more lax with, not lax enough, though. I don't know why I have to be such a nut case perfectionist all the time. Trying to let it go...
@riverlandphotos Love your description. Did you find the cold cream? Thank you so much for the lovely words of encouragement. Feeling more hopeful and determined today. I can get through this.
@egad True smart words. Thank you so much, my friend. I really appreciate you. I think that I can make it through this and just try to keep it fun!
Such a beautiful capture... I've been through the same pain with 365 over the past 2 months. I've made a pact to actually pick up my digital camera instead of botching the shots with my phone. It's actually opened my eyes to it again. We'll see how long it lasts, I'm determined to reach Dec 31st!!
@ejlockett Good resolve and plan. We are 75+% of the way there. WooHOO. Thanks, kind lady!! Good luck to you, too!
@soboy5 Yes, a couple glasses of wine would definitely do the trick for me. One does it. I'm trying valerian out now. Last night I took that and had a cup of sleepytime tea and I still couldn't sleep. Sleeplessness is wretched and torturous! Thanks for your tips. I'll give melatonin a try next.
@northy It is sooooo crappy on so many levels. It makes me no good...all fuzzy all the time. Thanks so much, my friend. I tried some sleep aid and alcohol tonight so we shall see how that goes.:)
@cazann That is who I really am, not this mopey lady whining about sleep and hating life. Thanks, Caz. Looking forward to feeling more myself again and feeling more determined not to quit what I have begun. Today I went shooting again and it felt so right.
@dh Thanks so much, Delena. I shall get through this, I think. I took lots of shots today and it felt so right again. Appreciate your kind words!
Take some time and remember those moments you most enjoyed and the friends you've made. Don't make it a job you must do, just enjoy life and rest in the talent you have been given. It is a gift you just have to unwrap again. Don't leave as you would be missed.
@gozoinklings You are right...I must keep shooting for the sake of my gazebo:). I went out today for some photos and it was sooo nice. I felt back again. Chin is up more today. I've been trying not to stress as much. Thanks for your kind encouragements!
@katiebrenkert Oh my gosh, me, too. Tonight I had school conferences and dropped the kids off at my parents. I had been a single mom for 2 days. I felt a weight lifted from me as I drove off alone. Breaks are so amazing!!! Thanks, friend. We need a photo date soon!!
@rachelwithey Oh Rachel, you are so sweet. Thanks so much for your wonderfully kind thoughts and encouragement. Thanks, too, for the fav. I'm feeling more myself today and actually took lots of photos and loved doing it again. I do not like the drudgery days, but I need to cut myself more slack I think!
Really beautiful shot! I love the way the sky colors reflect in the water here. I'm feeling that way about the project right now - limping to my finish line end of November and then who knows?
@alia_801 Aw, thanks for your kind words and encouragement, Alia. I'm doing better. I went out shooting yesterday and it felt so good to feel on again. Sending you a virtual hug. Happy weekend!
@deeganp You are so sweet, Pea. Thanks for the fav, thanks sooo much for the encouragement. I'm feeling better/doing better. I can do this! Happy weekend!
@archaeofrog Good points and ideas, Katie. I'm doing better, feeling better about things. It was a miserable few days, but I feel back on track and enjoying photos again. Thanks, friend!
@calm Really really appreciate your kind words, hugs and prayers. My spirits are improving. I'm trying to spend some of my wakefulness in prayer and remembering what I am grateful for. Finding my inspiration again, too.
@sandypw Aw, thanks so much, kind lady. Really appreciate your sweet words and fav!! Love the virtual hugs, too. So feeling better!:)
@tonydebont Thanks so much, Tony. Great to see you around and back again. I'm doing better. All this love really helped. Finally got some inspiration and picked up my camera again.
As a fellow insomniac may I pass on something I learned. The voice we are listening to at 4am, sleepless, is the voice of a small child, tired, afraid, and finding little to like. That's why things always seem different in the morning. This is a superb photograph. If I could take shots as good as this on a bad day..... wow.
@johnl Ah thank you, John. I took this shot a month or so back. The excessive lack of sleep was making me blue and I wasn't even wanting to take photos for a few days there so I pulled out this one. I had taken more than 200 images on this morning and got many winners. Wish I had posted this one earlier, but it did express how I was feeling and going through. Thanks for the kind words and follow. Following you back!:)
@mzzhope Hope, thank you so much. Really appreciated your kind words and cyber hug. I needed that. Definitely doing better (not so much on the sleep side, but at least in spirits). Thank you!
@m9f9l Mary, you are so sweet, lady. Thanks for your kind words, video link and for being there for me. I'm doing better, by the grace of God. Thank you!
@carolmw I've been way more relaxed in year 2, but sometimes I still give myself too much pressure to be awesome all the time;-). Or something like that. Thanks for the kind words of encouragement, Carol!
@rvwalker I have been way more lax in year 2. It's rare that I post a photo taken on the day. I don't like being a slave to it. I find it tough to shoot, edit and upload taking care of kids all day. I did start feeling better this week. Thanks so much for your kind comments, Ross!!
@skipt07 Thanks so much, Skip. I'm trying to pray while I am sleepless and remember what I am grateful for. It is helping and I seem to be out of my funk mostly. Appreciate your kind comments!!
@wind_of_the_sothern_sea Aw, thanks so much, Arefin. Appreciate the fav and kind comments. I am doing better and think I will continue.
@seanoneill LOVE your kind words, Sean. They really touched me and made me smile. Thank you. I am doing/feeling better thanks to having kind friends like you and with lots of prayers. I think that I can get through this and am finding the joy in it and life again:). You are one of my longest and favorite friends on here. I remember I found and followed you after your shot last year titled "reach for the stars." I liked your wit and skillz!
@rellimdj I truly was/am encouraged. Thank you so much for that, Joe. Appreciate the fav so much, too. Making it through and smiling more...and the joy with photography, my spark is back.
@june Thank you, June. That is exactly what I did. I am feeling better now, too. Appreciate your kind words!
@mariyakey I am back to enjoying it again and smiling. Thanks so much for your kind words of encouragement, lady!
@ozziehoffy Thanks, Cass. I really appreciated all of the sweet encouragement this week. So are you having a big meet up this weekend? Lucky duck. I need to get on planning one as there are a lot of us 365ers in Cincinnati. Take care, my friend and thanks again:)!
@alisonp Aw, thanks, kind lady. I'm doing better after a week of encouragement and prayers. Really appreciate your sweet words!
@jamibann Thanks so much, sweet Issi. Doing better and smiling again:)))!
@fauxtography365 Thanks, Ms. T...really appreciate your great perspective.
i love the loner guy in his blue transport....so tranquil. we all need moments like you have captured here in our lives each day! and wow, what an outpouring of support and love! You should feel SO encouraged! so happy for all the support here for you! not much left to say! have you tried a toy camera yet? i bet a Holga will give you some fun :-) i just got one!
@moreyoulessme I've gone through 3 cameras in my almost 2 years in the project. No toys yet? The first two were P&S's. I feel ready for #4, but I will have this one for awhile...a long while probably. Maybe some new gear (a lens or two) and some filters would be nice.
Jerri, the love and support blew me away! It really helped me gain perspective. This is actually a lady and a friend of mine. We went out for the sunrise together and she said she would kayak afterwards. I told her that shooting a kayaker in the sun was a dream of mine so she paddled around for me. It was such a great morning. Thanks so much, my friend.
With lots of prayers, and through God's grace, I am feeling and doing better this week.
Beautiful image. I wish I could take something like this. Fav. As for letting your project go.....I'll say from experience....its ok. The few months I had off was relaxing. No stress about having to take a photo everyday. Now that I've come back, I'm not worried what I capture. Just having fun. I'll probably lose most of the people I've followed, but you have to ask yourself...is the project for you or for everyone else? Just my 2 cents.
@losthorizon Good words, my friend. And perspective. Sometimes I feel like the project is really unhealthy for me...and sometimes it's one of the best things I've got going on. It's a love hate thing, really. I'm going to try to keep it going, but put waaay less pressure on myself to perform and keep up. My dream was a kayak at dawn photo and I asked a friend to go out with me for the sunrise and she said "Sure, I'm going to kayak afterwards." She was happy to paddle around for me as my model. It was perfect!
@jyokota Me, too. I really do love this, but hate it at times, too. I just need to cut me more slack, I think. Thank you!!! Really appreciate the kind comments and follow. I was just thinking this morning that I should have followed you. Following back:).
you did the full year. now year 2 just enjoy .even go back and re-edit an oldie .. I bet you have new skills now. .
But that is about me, and how I run my project, and how I would feel if you left. The important person here is your good self. If you need a break, to concentrate on the stresses and strains of the moment, you should do so. 365 shouldn't be anything other than enjoyable, a positive influence on your life. Whatever you decide, you'll always be a very long distance pal, who has made me smile on days when I didn't feel like it. Take care of you and your lovely family.
Get your sleep right, Amanda, it's key to good health. This project is for you. Do it how it suits you best. It can be a lot of pressure at times and I've noticed quite a few people taking breaks lately. It's difficult some days, but tonight I'm sitting here with eyeliner all over my face and the dogs are looking at me funny. Where's the cold cream when you need it?
@roseolivia Thanks, Rachel!!
@rennes Today I went out and was shooting and it felt so good, so natural. It is my love, just not daily. Thanks, Lisa. I think that I will make it through this!
@bristolrose Oh of course, my friend. Thanks so much for your kind words. I think that I will make it though. I was out shooting today and it felt amazing. Just need to give myself a break and cut some slack when I need it.
@fishy It can be soooo time consuming. And that is just with taking, editing and posting photos and then there is the commenting and the replying...and...It's a love hate thing. Thanks so much for your kind words, fav and support, Andrew. I think I will make it through!
@twr Thanks, man!!
@bardejov Aw, thanks so much, lady. I intended year 2 to be easier...to post when I wanted to and such. Some things about it I have been more lax with, not lax enough, though. I don't know why I have to be such a nut case perfectionist all the time. Trying to let it go...
@riverlandphotos Love your description. Did you find the cold cream? Thank you so much for the lovely words of encouragement. Feeling more hopeful and determined today. I can get through this.
@egad True smart words. Thank you so much, my friend. I really appreciate you. I think that I can make it through this and just try to keep it fun!
Yet again, such a beautiful shot though. x
@soboy5 Yes, a couple glasses of wine would definitely do the trick for me. One does it. I'm trying valerian out now. Last night I took that and had a cup of sleepytime tea and I still couldn't sleep. Sleeplessness is wretched and torturous! Thanks for your tips. I'll give melatonin a try next.
@northy It is sooooo crappy on so many levels. It makes me no good...all fuzzy all the time. Thanks so much, my friend. I tried some sleep aid and alcohol tonight so we shall see how that goes.:)
@cazann That is who I really am, not this mopey lady whining about sleep and hating life. Thanks, Caz. Looking forward to feeling more myself again and feeling more determined not to quit what I have begun. Today I went shooting again and it felt so right.
@dh Thanks so much, Delena. I shall get through this, I think. I took lots of shots today and it felt so right again. Appreciate your kind words!
@gozoinklings You are right...I must keep shooting for the sake of my gazebo:). I went out today for some photos and it was sooo nice. I felt back again. Chin is up more today. I've been trying not to stress as much. Thanks for your kind encouragements!
@rachelwithey Oh Rachel, you are so sweet. Thanks so much for your wonderfully kind thoughts and encouragement. Thanks, too, for the fav. I'm feeling more myself today and actually took lots of photos and loved doing it again. I do not like the drudgery days, but I need to cut myself more slack I think!
@vickisfotos Aw, thanks so much, sweet Vicki!!
@deeganp You are so sweet, Pea. Thanks for the fav, thanks sooo much for the encouragement. I'm feeling better/doing better. I can do this! Happy weekend!
@archaeofrog Good points and ideas, Katie. I'm doing better, feeling better about things. It was a miserable few days, but I feel back on track and enjoying photos again. Thanks, friend!
@sandypw Aw, thanks so much, kind lady. Really appreciate your sweet words and fav!! Love the virtual hugs, too. So feeling better!:)
@tonydebont Thanks so much, Tony. Great to see you around and back again. I'm doing better. All this love really helped. Finally got some inspiration and picked up my camera again.
@mzzhope Hope, thank you so much. Really appreciated your kind words and cyber hug. I needed that. Definitely doing better (not so much on the sleep side, but at least in spirits). Thank you!
@carolmw I've been way more relaxed in year 2, but sometimes I still give myself too much pressure to be awesome all the time;-). Or something like that. Thanks for the kind words of encouragement, Carol!
@sbolden Thanks, Scott....really appreciate the encouragement and the kind fav!
@deniseescovino You are so super kind, Denise. Thanks so much for your fabulous words of encouragement and kind fav!!
@skipt07 Thanks so much, Skip. I'm trying to pray while I am sleepless and remember what I am grateful for. It is helping and I seem to be out of my funk mostly. Appreciate your kind comments!!
@wind_of_the_sothern_sea Aw, thanks so much, Arefin. Appreciate the fav and kind comments. I am doing better and think I will continue.
@rellimdj I truly was/am encouraged. Thank you so much for that, Joe. Appreciate the fav so much, too. Making it through and smiling more...and the joy with photography, my spark is back.
@june Thank you, June. That is exactly what I did. I am feeling better now, too. Appreciate your kind words!
@mariyakey I am back to enjoying it again and smiling. Thanks so much for your kind words of encouragement, lady!
@ozziehoffy Thanks, Cass. I really appreciated all of the sweet encouragement this week. So are you having a big meet up this weekend? Lucky duck. I need to get on planning one as there are a lot of us 365ers in Cincinnati. Take care, my friend and thanks again:)!
@alisonp Aw, thanks, kind lady. I'm doing better after a week of encouragement and prayers. Really appreciate your sweet words!
@jamibann Thanks so much, sweet Issi. Doing better and smiling again:)))!
@fauxtography365 Thanks, Ms. T...really appreciate your great perspective.
@abhijit Thanks, man. Welcome back!!
@snowflakes86 Aw, thanks so much, Her. I am doing better thankfully!!
@gailmmeek You are soooo sweet, Gail. Thank you. I needed all the encouragement this week and am doing better by the grace of God!
Jerri, the love and support blew me away! It really helped me gain perspective. This is actually a lady and a friend of mine. We went out for the sunrise together and she said she would kayak afterwards. I told her that shooting a kayaker in the sun was a dream of mine so she paddled around for me. It was such a great morning. Thanks so much, my friend.
With lots of prayers, and through God's grace, I am feeling and doing better this week.
@richardcreese Thanks so much for that, Richard.