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HeartWood Hiatus

1/20/2021

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Dear HeartWood readers:
 
After much thought, I’ve decided to take a break from HeartWood for at least a few months.
 
I’ve been writing this blog for almost five years now, and I’ve loved writing it and hearing from readers. Until the past year, I got a lot of my ideas from just being out and about and interacting with people in our community and beyond. But the pandemic has changed all of that, and while I look forward to a time when it all becomes possible again, we’re not there yet. To be honest, I’m starting to run dry! 
 
I’m also feeling a need to recharge and devote time to other projects over the winter. Putting HeartWood on pause will allow me to do that.
 
So I want to take this opportunity to thank you all for being such faithful readers over the past five years. I really am looking at this as a time-out, not a conclusion. You can be sure I’ll be in touch when I’m ready to start up again.

In the meantime, feel free to browse the Archives and Categories for posts you may have missed over the years. I will still be reading and responding to comments.

♥ Nan
22 Comments
laura bailey
1/20/2021 06:26:28 am

Nancy, I've loved reading your posts and looking at your photos. And, you feature the most interesting guests! Thank you for such great content for the past four years. xoxoxox

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Nan
1/20/2021 07:08:23 am

Thanks, Laura. It's been fun. Once I've gathered up and generated more material, I'm sure I'll be back.

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David Kuhnlein link
1/20/2021 07:34:37 am

I've had a lot of fun being a (small) part of HEARTWOOD -- as a reader and interviewee. Glad to hear you're devoting more time to your projects:) Looking forward

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Nan
1/20/2021 07:53:51 am

Thanks, David. I'm happy you were able to be part of HeartWood. Keep up the good work!

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Gail Howarth link
1/20/2021 09:38:35 am

Thank you Nan. You have been a gift to me and I am so very grateful. Your break is well-deserved.

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Nan
1/20/2021 11:54:07 am

Thank YOU, Gail -- your work is such an inspiration to me.

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Larry Schulte
1/20/2021 10:03:51 am

Thank you for HeartWood -- and good luck on your much deserved pause.

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Nan
1/20/2021 11:54:53 am

Thanks, Larry! It's a good time to be moving in new directions!

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Marsha Reeves
1/20/2021 10:37:54 am

What a perfect time of year to pause! I hope you thoroughly enjoy yourself and see what new directions might be appearing. Thank you for your interesting and inspiring posts for this past nearly 5 years. I find it hard to believe it's really been that long, but I'm sure you're right.

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Nan
1/20/2021 11:55:52 am

I agree, Marsha. It does feel like a good time to reflect on new directions.

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Susan Stec
1/20/2021 11:20:06 am

I’ve enjoyed your posts, pictures, and positive quotes. But I understand. Hope we can now get this virus and our economy under control. And when we do, we can enjoy so many things taken for granted in the past. I’ll catch you on social media.
Susan ❤️

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Nan
1/20/2021 11:56:59 am

Thanks for being a devoted reader, Susan. You're right -- there are a lot of things we probably won't ever take for granted again. And yes, I'll still be around on social media. See ya there!

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Tonya Howe
1/20/2021 01:46:16 pm

I've so enjoyed all that your blog has brought to us.It's helped us all to connect. And I'm looking forward to seeing what your next projects bring. Thanks SO much Nan. Have a wonderful winter♡

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Nan
1/22/2021 06:21:52 am

The connection part is one big reason I've kept it going over the past year. Here's hoping we'll connect in person again soon.

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Cindi McDonald
1/20/2021 01:48:14 pm

Thank you, Nancy, for being such an amazing inspiration to us all. Your positivity is much appreciated and needed during these strange times.

I’m happy that you’re taking a break. You certainly deserve it, but we all look forward to your resuming the blog.

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Nan
1/22/2021 06:23:34 am

Much appreciated, Cindi!

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Emily Everett
1/20/2021 02:01:52 pm

Five years! We'll miss this but you sure deserve a pause to follow your other creative paths. Can't wait to see where those lead you. ❤️

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Nan
1/22/2021 06:24:20 am

Me too, Emily. I have lots of ideas in mind, but I'm sure I'll go in unexpected directions, too.

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Sue Schneider
1/20/2021 05:04:51 pm

Your blog has been a source of inspiration and expanded my knowledge about so many things. I know you will be expanding your own horizons with your many endeavors. Enjoy the time away from Heartwood. It will be wonderful to see your new projects in the future.

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Nan
1/22/2021 12:56:02 pm

I'm grateful for your interest, Sue. I look forward to seeing and hearing about your endeavors, too.

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Sally Kane
1/20/2021 05:55:58 pm

Nan, your blog has brought such expansion and freshness into my life, both as a friend and fledgling writer. Five years! How can that be? It’s important to know your boundaries in all things. I hope this time away recharges your creativity. Knowing you, I’m sure it will. All the best.

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Nan
1/22/2021 12:58:43 pm

Time does fly, doesn't it? The past few months have been an exercise in redefining boundaries. I already feel lighter and more free.

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