Tuesday, September 1, 2009

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I am drinking a glass of orange juice with a bit of lemon-lime seltzer thrown in for good measure. I wish I had chocolate somewhere in the cupboard. Gosh, I wish I had chocolate.

I need to be honest with you, dear readers. I'm thinking about closing this cupboard for a while. I don't know how long. I don't know if I'll reopen it and it will look and be different. Or if I'll close the doors for good and just work on it privately. Or if I'll jump ship altogether and start weaving baskets out of dental floss. Maybe a little break is all I need. I don't yet know. I really don't. I'm not sure this space is what I want it to be. I'm not sure it's what I envisioned {and I'm not sure it should be, necessarily}, and I think I've lost sight of something that felt urgent back in January, when I began. I've been reflecting on this for some time now, and reclaiming some privacy just feels like something I need and want to do. But I am incredibly sad, thinking of losing my connection to all of you, my kindred sparks around the world.

I am so sorry to disappoint. You have all been wonderful to me, really warm and really encouraging and really wonderful. Funny to think of loving people I've never actually met, but I do: I love you all. Please, bear with me while I figure this out.

I will be in touch, in some form or another.


I hope you can feel my giant hug.
Posted by Wondering Helen at 9:55 PM
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22 comments:

  1. UnknownSeptember 2, 2009 at 12:06 AM

    hmm, i've been hearing a lot of this lately; about people closing their blogs or taking a break. i think we've put too much pressure on ourselves to be amazing every day with fresh, inspiring posts...and it just doesn't always happen. perhaps just take a few days off and post when you feel like it...we'll be here!
    xox

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  2. DiaSeptember 2, 2009 at 12:33 AM

    Dear Helen, I'm so sorry you feel this way. The Museum Cupboard is my daily delight and I'm sure it's the case of many others. You've invested so much time and love in it. But if you do feel the need to take a break, I really understand. But maybe from time to time you'll find interesting things you'd like to share with us, so keep it open, even if you won't post regularly. And if you don't like how it turned out...why not start another blog, keeping this one open too? Just my humble suggestions :)
    I really hope we'll keep in touch.
    Love,
    Diana
    xoxoxo

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  3. belleSeptember 2, 2009 at 12:13 PM

    I went through this too, Helen, several times, but my blog always called me back. I did realize after taking some time off that I needed to stop forcing myself to post. So now I only post if I'm really feeling it. If that means I go a week or even a month with no posts, so be it. I've probably lost a few frustrated readers along the way, but I'm much happier with my space now. Best of luck to you as you sort it out. In the meantime, I'll keep you in my Google Reader and hope for your return : ).

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  4. jessicaSeptember 2, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    but no, hdoggle!

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  5. ClareSeptember 2, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    Helen, do you remember that I deleted my blog in frustration a few months ago? I came back with the lilacgrove and promised myself not to put any stress on myself in regards to how often I post, what goes into it, etc. Now when I take a blog break I ask a guest blogger to come over. I am glad that you are taking a break but hope that it is not a permanent one. I will miss you.

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  6. RachelSeptember 2, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    My dear, take a break if you need it - you are the most important thing, and the blog should be an outlet, not a drain. We'll miss you if you decide to go, though!

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  7. JenSeptember 2, 2009 at 4:06 PM

    NO! I love reading your posts :(
    but I understand the need for a break. Hope you're doing well, and hope to see you soon.

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  8. murreletSeptember 2, 2009 at 6:58 PM

    needing a break is understandable. i agree that posting every day can become a bit tiresome. that's why i get so lazy! people change and so do activities (like blogging), so maybe your blog will evolve if it feels like something you want to do.

    i go for long periods of not signing in to blogger, but when i do, i still love looking at your pictures and the little moments you share. i will definitely still read if you decide to come back!
    <3

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  9. TinaSeptember 2, 2009 at 10:55 PM

    awe...I'm sorry you'll be leaving for now. hope it's not permanant. have a great september!

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  10. Katie AndersonSeptember 4, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    I hope you don't stay away for too long Helen. I was really enjoying getting to know you! Hope everything is good with you xx

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  11. AnonymousSeptember 4, 2009 at 5:10 PM

    I'll miss you more then I already do.

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  12. screamishSeptember 5, 2009 at 6:04 AM

    oh! well- have a good break...come back to it when you feel like it...like someone above said, it should be a delight not a drain...I take breaks now and then, the internet is info overload- always feel better for it...

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  13. PS~ErinSeptember 5, 2009 at 3:31 PM

    Hug! Do what you need to do and what feels right. Please do keep in touch and take care of yourself and be happy and let us know when/if the cupboard is reopened. I admire you for doing what you feel like you need to do.

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  14. UnknownSeptember 5, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    It looks as if all of us are saying the same thing...we love the way you string words and images together...we see you as a creative force that tickles our aesthetic, we'll miss your 'take' on things, but we all know that joy must remain present. Whatever you have to do to nurture your joy, go ahead and do...you'll probably not know the extent to which you've already inspired others, but for this reader you will continue to bring inspiration, even if not web-present!

    Aka the Night Url

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  15. ChelseaSeptember 7, 2009 at 1:34 PM

    I would understand if you were leaving for the weaving of dental floss into baskets. For that, leave everything!

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  16. imalumaSeptember 8, 2009 at 10:26 AM

    Aw, but I only just now found you!

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  17. simplesongSeptember 8, 2009 at 9:33 PM

    ooh, sorry to hear you're closing down but hope you enjoy the time away and hope to see you in some other form!

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  18. meg feeSeptember 8, 2009 at 9:49 PM

    oh how i'll miss you! promise me you'll keep the shop open and visit from time to time. plus, i want to hear all about uva because i really think i'd like to apply for not this next year, but the year after that.

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  19. ClareSeptember 9, 2009 at 1:40 AM

    I miss you :(

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  20. PS~ErinSeptember 11, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    Was just thinking abt your and thought I'd send a virtual "hello". Have a great weekend!

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  21. DiaSeptember 15, 2009 at 7:33 AM

    Just passing by to say hello! xoxo

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  22. LeighSeptember 15, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    Whatever you decide to do, I'll understand. Blog fatigue is inevitable, so is blog pressure sometimes.

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