Hi friends,
You may have noticed I haven’t been as present on my blog and online. I’ve decided to take some time for a work break, or to make some work changes.
Our middle girl finds hearts everywhere – in food, rocks – and just yesterday during a park visit, in this puddle.
The last two years I’ve been going full force. First with the release of LTEV, then starting another cookbook, working online, and of course everything that goes with being a mom of three. Life has been particularly busy since September, and it’s time to regroup.
Sadly, and ironically, what I love to do most – creating in the kitchen every day – isn’t materializing on this blog right now. I have stacks of recipes that I would love to share with you, things I’m excited about developing in the moment and passionate to share. Yet, those recipes remain scribbled on sheets in my kitchen or office, never reaching you. I’m one person, and right now that’s not enough womanpower to keep up with life as a blogger, recipe developer, author, and mother. While my creative fire still burns, life is telling me to pause and be more present with myself and our children, and to assess my work and passions.
I don’t know if this as simple as taking a break in the short-term, or changing my work focus longer-term. Perhaps I’m still on the right path, but just need to walk – not run. What I do know is I need time to reflect, organize, and find clarity. This will be hard for me, as I love to create and share, and I’ve become very accustomed to “doing” all the time. Hopefully, I will receive some guidance or signs to help me with this decision.
I trust you all understand. I have deep appreciation for the encouragement and support you’ve offered as friends and readers, especially as I finished this latest book. My plant-powered gratitude and love…
♥
Dreena
Tami@NutmegNotebook says
I admire for you for taking time off to reflect and redirect. When you aren’t so tired and stretched so thin you will find clarity.
Wishing you all the best wherever life directs you next.
Maggie says
Good for you Dreena! Your passion and creativity will always be there, in fact they will shine more brightly if you take time to pause and take care of yourSELF! We will all still be here too. xo
Maureen says
You ROCK, girl! I admire that you recognize you need a break – that take sincere insight and bravery in today’s day. You’re setting a wonderful example for your family. Who knows what paths may open up, be open to them. thank you for all of the inspiration and creative, yummy recipes. Wishing you a joyful, relaxing time for as long as it may take.
Wendy says
I’m seeing bloggers doing the exact same thing these days! It’s a message from the deepest part of ourselves to go in, find who we are now and make new choices. Nothing has to be as it was, and isn’t anyway!
I am a bodyworker and have seen how much I have depleted myself, yet again, for others. I am making major changes now, listening to my soul as I evolve.
Live the life you want to, best you can. You always have choices. Honor yourself and your life. It is really all you have that is yours. May you love yourself and your life always.
Ana@Healthooray says
Dreena – thank you so much for everything you do for your readers and the vegan community as a whole. Sometimes it’s best to pause, reflect, recharge and decide what to do next, especially with such a big family. Take all the time you need – your faithfull readers will be there when you are ready 🙂