May 31, 2011

fast goodbye, speedlight return

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There is this old cheesy saying, "If you love something set it free, if it comes back its yours, if not..it was never meant to be" When I quit my blog, in my mind and in my heart, that was it. Done-zo. I never imagined I would miss it, let alone still read over 150 blogs a week. It was, and is still, a very big part of my life. To some of you, I left without much explanation, and I don't feel that I need to go into personal detail about my decision to leave my blog, but hear me out pretty ones..

After emails upon emails and letters from you lovely readers, asking me to 'come back' or 'do one last post' it began to strike a cord. I would be lying if I said that after a week of being away I wasn't already missing everything about blogging. Believe me, I was. But I knew that when I quit my blog it was because I needed to be in a place where I was OKAY with walking away from it all and giving it up. I needed to know that there was more in my life than just taking pictures and posting them on the internet. I needed new hobbies. I needed to explore new things. I needed to find life in other places. I did. I started reading again, skateboarding again, eating ice cream (whaaat?!) but in spite of new things I missed Postcards From. I cant tell you how many times I wrote fellow blog friends emails just asking them how they were. I miss you all. I really have been wondering how you all are.

I spent this past weekend in Vancouver with my Dad. Relaxing, having fun, eating delicious food, and laughing my face off. He brought up my blog probably about 25 times or more on our trip. Every person he talked to "my daughter has a blog.." "Have you ever seen Katy's blog?!" and through my nagging, kicking, and slapping him on the back with cheeks as red as cherries, I could see his tactic. He didn't want me to give up. "You cant just quit your blog Katy.." became his favourite saying of the weekend it seemed. "But Dad I..." "No Katy, you are GOOD at it. Its what you love doing" he was right! I had no more excuses. My blog is something that I love doing. I love writing. I love inspiring. I love taking photos in the blistering cold or sweltering heat. My blog isn't my life...and it never will be my whole entire life, but it will be a part of my life. So call me crazy, say "I knew you couldn't stay away", I don't mind because I am crazy (Do you know Kate Morrison at all?!) but at the end of the day I'd rather be crazy with Postcards than crazy without it.

55 comments:

  1. This is so moving. I'm glad you're back.

    /Antonia

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  2. Your dad is a smart one. ;)

    Welcome back!

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  3. YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES!!!!! <3
    I love what you said about blogging not becoming your life, but it will be a part of it. I'm so happy Kate! Eep!

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  4. Hooray! More blog posts from you!

    Also - I am jealous of your Dad's interest in your blog. I don't think my Dad has ever read mine amidst his beyond hectic life. Although the daily silly comments from my Mom and Sister sort of make up for it...

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  5. Awwwwwww!!!!!! This post is so sweet!! And I'm so glad you're coming back. I honestly was so bummed and it's not half as fun without you. Weeeee! I love you girl! xo

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  6. So glad to have you back! I can't say that at times I haven't been overwhelming by my own blog as well, it's a lot of work, but for now I'm enjoying it and and the opportunities, and friends it's given me. So glad to see that you're back at it, and open to enjoying it as well as every other aspect of your life. There's a lot to be involved in, I'm just happy that you decided to stick with the blog for a little longer.

    xo
    www.morganandlua.blogspot.com

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  7. yay!! so glad i never unsubscribed as i might never have seen this post, welcome back!

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  8. i'll make this quick..

    YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!

    :)

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  9. eee i'm so glad you're back! :) i've missed you. and i'm glad you took the time to do some soul searching. you should never feel bad about that xo.

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  10. oh, so glad you're back! i practically just found you. :)

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  11. Welcome back!! I have often wondered if I will do the same when I try to leave the blog world. It is such a huge part of my life that I can't imagine not doing it... but with the big 3-0 approaching, I kind of wonder how long I can keep doing this without feeling silly. But like you, I love it... so why leave? Glad you're back!

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  12. Hooray! I'm glad you're back. I know your blog will be better than ever because your heart is in it!

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  13. i dont know really to say like welcome back i guess but i somewhat understand what you are saying really i do but i'm not as popular as you so yeah haa but glad your back are you really back?

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  14. YAYYYYYYYYYYY! So happy to hear that you've decided to come back to blogging. It's funny but I really understand 1. your reasons for leaving and 2. for deciding to come back. I'm not surprised you got flooded with e-mails to return to blogging, you really are such an inspiration to people with so much positivity to share. Like your Dad said you are great at blogging, but it's always important to be able to step away from it and remember that there's other things in life. Can't wait to see your future blog posts, welcome back!! :) xx

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  15. Ahh so happy to have you back! I really did miss your posts! Your dad sounds so sweet! My dad really just doesnt get it at all that I would want to take pictures of what I'm wearing and post them on the internet haha - or why people would want to look at what other people wear and comment on it ha! Your dad sounds so cool! :)

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  16. So glad you're coming back! I might not have commented so often in recent times but I still always read your posts...I've missed Postcards From popping up in my reader :)

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  17. I am so happy you're back!! Thank your dad for me, mine doesn't even know what my blog is about or ever read it!

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  18. Welcome back. It sounds like your time away was very enlightening. I never even deleted you from my google reader, just in case you changed your mind.:) I'm always inspired by your unique style!

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  19. yay! i'm glad you're back! :) you have some catching up to do! ;)

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  20. That is so moving, I am truly happy to have you back and give your dad a big 'ol hug from all of us!

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  21. So glad you're back! Maybe you can post just once a week-- follow your bliss, and do what's best for you!

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  22. Yay, I've only followed your blog very recently so I'm glad you're hear and look forward to reading it :D

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  23. hi, i've read your blog for a few months but i've been one of those 'secret readers' haha
    but i just wanted to say i'm glad your back.
    & your dad sounds like a very wise man! :)
    xx

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  24. Oh, yaaaay!!! I'm truly so glad you're back. ♥

    xoxo
    Maria Elyse
    First Impressions
    Flying Ships Vintage

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  25. ah I'm so glad to see you're back! I understand completely that you needed a little break to make sure and realise that this beautiful place will never be your whole life but it really is a positive thing that it's a part of it :D I can't wait to read your posts again :)

    Anna xxx

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  26. Blogging is such a time-consuming thing. It takes so many hours to take the pics, edit the pics, write the post, read the blogs, do the damn thing. Lately I've been more lax about it than I was at first. I have too much other cool shit to do. I think if you can find balance, and still have time to do all the other things you love, you should definitely keep blogging because we looovvvee youuuuu!

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  27. Yay you're back!! :) I was a bit sad when you decided to leave, your blog is one of the ones I'm always excited to check out :) I hope you still find time to do all the other things you love! :) welcome back!!

    Kc

    http://a-sparkley-silver-lining.blogspot.com/

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  28. Such a lovely lovely post, I related to it and felt as if I could hear the words escape a voice!

    Eda ♥

    *following your blog*

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  29. I am so glad you're back. You're my favorite blogger and I was allready missing you! Though I really understand you needed time to figure out all of that stuff.
    Lots of love!

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  30. Yay :) that put a smile on my face! Yes I'm still studying fashion design, still with alex (my boyfriend) and still the same tv! However, I am moving in july.. so bye bye to the tv :p I'm not sure if I'm "back" yet.. im doing a sort of test run

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  31. It's so great that you had the courage to walk away and take a moment for yourself, I admire that so much. And if that path lead you back to your blog (as it did) that I say embrace it but keep up those other hobbies that you take so much joy from. But believe me when I say, I am so happy your back!

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  32. Yay!! I speak for all your followers when saying we've missed you!!

    x

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  33. Hey Kate!!! Sometimes you just need to step back from something to figure out how you feel about it. Glad you decided to come back to blog land. :)

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  34. aw i'm SO glad you're back. :)

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  35. Amazing news!! I'm happy to see you back. I can't stay away from blogging too long either. After a couple of days I get the shakes. I love that your dad is so enthusiastic about your blog. He must be so proud of you!!!

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  36. yay!! I'm so glad you're back! :))

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  37. Just so you know, this completely made my day. I'm so excited and happy :D I'm glad your dad helped you realize how much you love this thing. <3

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  38. This makes me ridiculously happy as you really do inspire me with every outfit you post and with how wonderful and sweet of a girl you are! so glad to hear this!!

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  39. Glad to have you back! I had only just discovered your blog about 2 or 3 posts before you decided to stop so I quite sad to have only found it at the end. It makes me happy you changed your mind xx

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  40. LOVELOVELOVELOVE!!!!! This put a smile on my face today. :)

    <3

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  41. Aw kate, I am so happy that you came back. Your blog is one of my all time favorites. It is the blog where I can get fashion, wit, cuteness, inspiration, and genuineness all in one. The hiatus seemed like it did you well...it's funny how we doubt something that is honest and true and is right in front of us. It always takes another person to make us realize that it is really honest and true. =)

    -Erin

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  42. Yayyy! Welcome back. Thanks for explaining.

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  43. i think i only just saw it, but your header for this blog is absolutely beautiful! welcome back!

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  44. SO HAPPY:)
    i love that you came back...look how many posts you have already!!! you are loved my little schweetheart! can't wait to read again!

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  45. Yess! I'm so happy you're back! :)

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  46. I'm so happy you are back!

    http://sweetharvestmoon.blogspot.com

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  47. Hooray...you're back!! I was sad to see you go. How sweet of your dad to be so proud...aren't dads the best? Welcome back Kate!

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  48. so happy you're back Kate! soo happy! xo

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  49. I screamed with Glee when I checked your blog and realised that you had updated :) I'm so glad to have you back and inspiring me.

    I look to you for inspiration when I write and inspiration when I decide to be adventurous with what I wear. You make me feel confident and feel bold enough to be me. Welcome back Kate.

    Tania xx

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  50. I literally just checked your blog today in hopes that you would come back. I'm so happy you're blogging again. Out of all the blogs I have bookmarked yours has been one of my favorites! YAY!

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