Last week was not a good one. In fact, it might go down as the worst week of 2011. Granted we are only 1/4 of the way though 2011 so I guess there is room for growth? What was the reason behind this ? Without getting too specific, I experienced a pretty powerful professional disappointment. A blow that touched all my insecurities and fears, making me want to curl up in a ball with a sappy movie and a box of tissues. Combine that with a major pang of homesickness and a quiet home ( goodbye Tania, my recent home guest), let’s just say that I wasn’t a ball of sunshine.
However, life goes on. Right? That’s what everyone says. Tsunamis hit, the earth quakes, wars start, and yet life goes on. It may not be as bright or as hopeful as it used to be but the world keeps spinning.
Sometimes it just takes a little comfort to get you back on your feet. For me, that is a Cookies’ n ‘Cream cupcake, Skype dates with my mom, and a weekend spent lounging in bed with the sun streaming in.
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carmen - awwww – sorry to hear about your disappointment! hope there are sunnier skies ahead.
Jaime Rodríguez Santiago - Espero que todo se mejore, Amanda.
I Sing In The Kitchen - Sorry to hear things are tough at the moment. Be comforted in that you made someone (me) very happy by being able to see that gorgeous cupcake. Hang in there.
karen - Sorry for your disappointment, and homesickness to boot. I hope you can take the time to lick wounds, regroup and get back at it. I adore your blog, and thought this might be the moment to de-lurk.
As the French say, Courage!
Yvette - Your cookies and cream cupcake looks delicious! Smile! x
Lisa {With Style and Grace} - Sending you lots of good thoughts! I’d send you cupcakes too, but it looks like you’ve got that part covered ;) xo
ovenhaven - Sorry to hear about your week *hugs* Here’s wishing your coming week(s) will be better, and if all else fails, know that you’ve made your readers’ (current company included) days better with that drool-worthy cupcake!
Ashlee - Sorry to hear that. Sending positive thoughts and encouraging smiles your way!
Stephanie - I’m sorry to hear you are having a tough time. Know that you aren’t alone. 2011 started off with such great potential and I feel like it is sucking big time right now. I hope things get better for everyone soon.
Jacqueline - Sorry to hear you’re going through a rough spot right now. Hopefully those skype chats are helping (along with this cupcake, which looks amazing, btw).
Amanda - Thanks Stephanie. Hopefully these rough patches clear up :)
Amanda - Thanks Ashlee!
Amanda - haha I could always do for more cupcakes :)
Maddie - I’m so sorry about the professional disappointment, Amanda—definitely been there, and will be there again, I’m sure. But I hope you keep going after what you want, anyway, because you’re too talented not to.
P.S.: “Dear John” is on Netflix instant watch if you ever need to cry over a sappy movie. It works for me!
Sasha - Sorry that you didn’t have such a good week :( Hopefully you’re already having a better one! With lots of yummy sweets…that always helps me get through a rough patch.
Katy - I hope this week is a lot happier for you. That cupcake looks amazing by the way!
Emma - I do hope your week picks up, professional or work issues do tend to knock you for a 6, I’m sure everyone can understand what that feels like.
2011 does indeed suck. I can only hope that things improve for so many folks around the world but it will be a slow, challenging process no doubt.
Danielle - Yummy
Jay - Sorry to hear you’ve been having troubles & homesick to boot. 2011 is not turning out to be the best year for a lot of us it seems. But, I like to think theres always hope for things to turn around, and 2011 will end up being the greatest year yet! You know, you might want to get yourself a copy of the old Brit inspiration poster, “Keep calm and Carry On”. Its quite amazing how that poster can lift one out of a funk, and believe it or not, Carry on!
Cheers!
Jay - A poem for you.
Choices
If I can’t do
what I want to do
then my job is to not
do what I don’t want
to do.
It’s not the same thing
but It’s the best I can
do.
if I can’t have
what I want then
my job is to want
what I’ve got
and be satisfied
that at least there
is something more
to want.
Since I can’t go
where I need to go
then I must go
where the signs point
though always understanding
parallel movement
isn’t lateral.
When I can’t express
what I really feel
I practice feeling
what I can express
and none of it is equal
I know
but that’s why mankind
alone among the animals
learns to cry.
Nikki Giovanni
Miss T - These days are character building. Trust me. Loving your site.
Miss T
xx
feastonthecheap - I hope this week’s better for you ;)
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