As you may have noticed the site has been up and down all week, a metaphor for my week in general. ASW and I have had a stomach virus which is still lingering. I’m dealing with site issues, and I’m trying to leave town for the Garden Writers Syposium in Portland where I can’t wait to show you everything I get to see.
This morning, as I was trying to pack, HH called and was stressed. He’s always stressed when I leave town. If he’s coming with me, it’s worse. Our house is very long and neither set of phones can be used in each end. Going from the kitchen to the bedroom, I lost the signal.
HH started saying “Hello, Hello?”
Hurrying, I turned to go where he could hear me. I stepped upon a piece of luggage sitting on the floor. This particular piece has rollers. You know what happened next. My feet slipped out from under me. The phone flew out of my hand, and we both skittered across the wood floor. I landed flat on my back staring at the ceiling.
“Are you there? Hello? Hello?”
Did I have a minor epiphany? No, I was just grateful I didn’t break anything.
I guess I’m saying that no matter how much we all prepare, life still throws its own curve balls now and then. Who knew all of this would happen the same week? I sure didn’t.
The site isn’t pretty, and it’s up and down, but hang in there with me, and everything will eventually return to normal. At least, that’s what I’m told, and I’m going to stick with that. The alternatives aren’t as pleasant, and like Scarlett, I choose to think about them tomorrow.
Also, I’m speaking on a panel at the conference about successful blogging. Does anyone else see the irony besides me?
Now, I’m off to take some Motrin and keep packing.
Hi Dee! Glad to see you back in the land of Blogging. I figured you were having some site issues. Been an interesting summer for garden bloggers. 🙂 Have a great trip! I’m glad you weren’t seriously injured in your fall over the suitcase. It happens to me all the time.
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Ha, I have to check in at your blog more often RDR!
Hi Dee – glad only your ego was bruised. I sure hope once you get there everything will melt away and you’ll make a great presentation and be inspired and come back to share it all with us. Can’t wait to hear more. And as my 5-year old says to my DH, “Fly safe!”
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Hi Dee, that conference sounds like loads of fun, or more fun than ending up on your back staring at the ceiling. You were lucky that time, do be careful! I can’t wait to hear your take on the conference. Billy Goodnick, Garden Wise Guy has been posting daily and it is almost like being there. We’ll be waiting for your take and what you learned and saw.
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GWA – You are just the right person to bring back all the best stories and use your wit to paint a picture for those of us left behind.
Push through all the bumps and barriers and have a fab time.
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Do hope you get off ‘safely’, dear Dee! Have wonderful journey … anxious to read your inspiring posts from the symposium 😉
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You’re probably on your way already, Dee – hope you have a wonderful time, meet new people and reconnect with a Flinger or two…and also hope the motrin worked!
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Dee, I am so glad you posted. I was getting worried. Have a great trip.
Deb
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Portland! I’m envious. What a beautiful place to go for the conference. Have a great time, good luck on the panel, and be sure to tell us all about it.
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Glad to see you back. Your blog going down is a scary thing. I’d never restore mine if it happened to me.
Hang in there Dee. So glad you didn’t break something when you fell to the floor. Have a good time at the symposium.
I hope you see and hear lots that is inspiring and I can’t wait to see what you have to show us.
Yeah, I noticed over the weekend I believe it was that you were experiencing some problems on your site. I knew it was likely weather or some such thing. Have a safe flight. And oh, I want to know all about your trip and what you tell them about successful blogging. Perhaps a tutorial???
Brenda
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Dee, have a fantastic time at GWA! Glad to see RDR up and running again!
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Oh, Honey-bunny– so glad you are still able to post! I think Scarlett was right– sometimes it really just pays to think about things tomorrow, and by that time they’ve righted themselves. God bless and keep you!
xxxooo
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You will probably read this after you get to Portland! Have a wonderful time! I come to see you and read your fab writing! Gail
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Thanks, Gail, I plan to write on the road just like I did on vacation. Hopefully, all technical difficulties are fixed, and we’re ready to go. You’re so sweet.~~Dee
Hey Dee, that’s my line which I borrowed from Scarlett and I use it a lot. Relieves the stress doesn’t it?
Glad you didn’t break anything. Your week has got to look UP after all that’s been going on.
Hope you have a great visit to Portland and we’ll look forward to your report.
Carolyn, I’ve always thought Scarlett had more going on that she was credit for having. It made me laugh once I realized I wasn’t hurt.~~Dee
Ouch.. that fall sounds like it could’ve really hurt! Glad you’re okay.
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Thanks, Michelle, I am all fine.~~Dee
Yep!, that’s how it goes. Well, don’t forget your tooth brush;) or walking shoes. My mom always said clean undies are a must. Have a good time. We want to hear all about it.
Hi Anna, I guess rain and pouring are applicable here. My Momma always stressed the same, and I’ve got ’em packed. It should be fun.~~Dee
Have a great trip. Portland should have some great fall foliage this time of the year! Will be waiting for some posts after you return telling us about the trip!
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Nola, I’ve never been to the northwest, so it will be extra special to me. I’ll keep you guys up to date and informed.~~Dee
Oh you poor thing, it never rains but it pours, right? I hope your back doesn’t hurt too much and I’m also very glad you didn’t break anything.
The irony isn’t lost on me either but just hang in there Dee, things will only get better. 😉
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Since I didn’t get hurt too badly, I’ve been able to laugh about it all day.~~Dee
Only a person who has experienced problems and overcome them is qualified to be called an expert. Hang in there, girl, things are going to get better. Try to forget about all this stuff & just relax & have fun at GWA.
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Thanks, MMD. Wish you were coming too.~~Dee
I’m still with you! ; )
/Katarina
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Hi Katarina, I am so glad you’re still here. I’ve worried about losing everyone in the last few days.~~Dee
Hey, I just left a comment, hit enter, and wow, your site seems to have come back! I hope it is “for good”.
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So far, so good. Keep your Indiana fingers crossed.~~Dee
Hi, Dee. Those are quite a few curve balls, almost sounds like someone is tossing bowling balls your way, not some nice little Nerf balls! Take care, and we’ll hang in with you and keep checking your site for updates!
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Thanks, Carol. I need all the help I can get. Maybe prayers too. 🙂 ~~Dee