All changes, even the most longed for, have their melancholy; for what we leave behind us is a part of ourselves; we must die to one life before we can enter another. ~Anatole France
Sometimes change is inevitable. It often requires risk, faith, a desire for something new, a desire for something that currently does not exist. But if the change is right, it can bring growth, happiness, knowledge and a renewed desire for life.
This week, I made a change that I am hoping will bring me just that...growth and happiness. But like the quote says above, I feel like I'm leaving a part of myself behind...and that is hard. I resigned from the Garden Girl Team at Two Peas in a Bucket this week. I had a wonderful time being on the team...I love those girls like crazy and I'm going to miss them all so much (you all better keep in touch with me ok?!?!). I loved being inspired by the 'themes' each month and creating such fun projects that I will always love. Thank you, Two Peas, for such a wonderful opportunity. I had a fabulous time and wish that it didn't have to end. Thank you for all your support and love over there - I will continue to go there all time! I love that place!
Times have changed though and I'm ready for something new. My mind is a crazy thing...I've dreamt up new goals, new things to discover & learn and by leaving Two Peas, I now have the time to persue them. Yes, I'm still scrapbooking! There will be lots and lots of scrapbooking, cardmaking, stamping, sewing, crafting and lots more! I'm so excited!
So, I hope that you'll stick around with me. I've got some big changes coming to the blog soon - with lots of fun things! I'm so excited to get it all rolling!
One of the hardest things about leaving the Two Peas team, was leaving my 'A Year of You' year-long class...that about killed me. I'm so sorry to all of you that have been participating and enjoying the class. It looks like Jen Gallacher will be teaching the 2nd half of the year...she is amazing and I'm sure the class will be awesome!
I do have a layout for July that I will post here on my blog within the next week. If any of you are interested in me continuing with the same idea for the rest of the year, here on my blog, please let me know. I would love to do it if anyone is interested in continuing it with me here.
For the 15th of July, the seasonal 'summer' layouts went up in the Garden and my last seed as a Garden Girl. I used some yummy new 'June Bug' papers from Basic Grey, their new journaling cards, and a beautiful background design from Quickutz that I cut with white cardstock on my Silhouette machine. You can read more details about the layout and see the supplies used by going here.
c. twopeasinabucket.com
We are stuck here in California for the day - my hubby woke up sick and has been out of it all day...the poor guy. Hopefully we can head back tomorrow on our long drive - yuckers! But, it was worth it! We've had a fabulous time! There is nothing like the beach! Love it!
I hope you all have a great weekend! Hugs!
**A note to any manufacturers, kit clubs, etc.: In the past year, I have received many emails requesting me to be a 'Guest Designer' on your site/blog and I had to decline due to my commitment to Two Peas. If you are interested in having me as a Guest Designer on your site, please email me at the 'contact me' link under my photo on the left or leave a comment and we can get in touch. Thank you! :)
My bloglines is just catching up to your blog, so for some reason I missed this post! But I would defintely love to keep going with your layouts. Your layouts always give me a huge amount of inspiration and I can't wait to see what you come up with next!!
Posted by: Megan Renfree | Thursday, August 20, 2009 at 07:38 PM
Hi Robyn, I would love it if you'd keep the monthly layouts going on your blog....they inspire me so much.
Best wishes for your future....such a talented gal as yourself will no doubt have extraordinary success wherever she goes. Take care!
Posted by: Linda | Thursday, August 20, 2009 at 01:41 AM
I would like to see your class continued on your blog!!!!! Thank you for offering to do it.
Sue
Posted by: Sue | Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 10:14 AM
Robyn - you'll be missed at twopeas for sure. Loved the year of you class - though I still need to catch up. Good luck with your new endeavors - I'm excited to see what's in store for you! :)
Posted by: Mary MacAskill | Friday, July 24, 2009 at 02:44 PM
Of course I'll miss you in the garden, but good for you for taking a leap. Change petrifies me. But I look forward to more new inspiration from you!
Posted by: Kirsten | Friday, July 24, 2009 at 12:32 PM
Robyn: I will miss you in the garden, but you have to do what's right for you and your family. (At least I still know where to find you.) I would love for you to continue your class here on your blog. I love your work and your style, it's absolutely amazing! Good luck and I can't wait to see what you've got in store.
Posted by: Vicky | Friday, July 24, 2009 at 09:44 AM
I will miss your Year of You LOs, but totally understand when circumstances in life dictates the need for change. I would love to see any other LO's you share - your style is unique and I have learned SO much through the class! Wishing you all the best with your new endeavours.
Posted by: Elisabeth | Friday, July 24, 2009 at 08:52 AM
So glad you will be still sharing your inspriational work on your blog. I have loved your pea class throughout this year and would love to see some thing similar keep going.
enjoy the changes in your life.
Cheers,
Sue.
Posted by: Susy | Thursday, July 23, 2009 at 02:28 AM
I'm seriously going to miss your inspiration in the Garden:(
I'll just have to check here more often though won't I? LOL!
While I certainly really like Jen Gallacher's style and her
Year of You article this month--I'd also REALLY LOVE it if
you continued to post yours here as well:)
Posted by: Melisa | Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 10:42 AM
So excited for you! I am sure that it was quite the committment and only you know what is best for you and your family so way to go girly and I will be in touch soon!
Posted by: Deneen | Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 10:23 AM
You and your inspiration will be missed at the veggie site!
Posted by: Kimberly | Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 05:46 AM
I'm excited to see what you have in store! I have really enjoyed your A Year of You class (I'm a bit behind, but love, love, love it!) and would be interested to see any LOs you have for the rest of the year. Jen's LO is fabulous, but you have a really distinctive (and amazing!) style and I would really love to continue that style in my book. Good luck with your new adventure!
Posted by: Rita | Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at 12:40 AM
I loved your Year of You class, I was looking for it this morning, when I had seen Jen (love her btw!) hosting this month and thought that maybe it might be a temp thing, so I hopped over here to see that you have resigned!
You'll be missed for sure, but I wish you luck in everything you do, you are an amazing inspiration! If you do continue with posting your layouts for the class here, I will definitely be checking in!
Again, wishing you luck in anything you pursue! And thank you for the wonderful things you have brought to us over at 2peas!
Posted by: Carolyn E | Monday, July 20, 2009 at 09:48 AM
I am not going anywhere. I'll continue to stalk you and love on your forevah!! I just can't wait to see what you're up to!! And you left some VERY big shoes to fill, girlie!! :) Big hugs to you and hope your hubby is soon feeling MUCH better.
Posted by: Jen Gallacher | Monday, July 20, 2009 at 09:27 AM
I will really miss you in the garden Robyn as you are one of my fav GG! :( I will keep checking your blog for new things and would love to see you continue the Year of You on your blog, which I check all the time! :D You are an amazing scrapper and always so inspiring!
Take care, Cindy
Posted by: cindy johnston | Monday, July 20, 2009 at 08:45 AM
I love your Year of You class and would love to see it continued on your blog.
I'm a quilter also so I can't wait to see what you have coming.Good luck.
Posted by: Lynsey | Sunday, July 19, 2009 at 11:14 PM
Your work is always so beautiful...
Posted by: Sasha | Sunday, July 19, 2009 at 05:35 PM
missing you already!!
xoxo
Posted by: shimelle | Sunday, July 19, 2009 at 06:53 AM
I will miss seeing you on Two Peas, but best of luck in your new roles! I would love to see you continue the "month" layouts on your blog. Each day a new Garden went up (usually about 5:30 a.m.), I'd rush over there to see your layouts specifically. I kinda stalk you, Robyn, (but not in a creepy way) and I scraplift you more than anyone else. So, I will be happily continuing to check your blog every day. Best of luck!!!
Posted by: Kristen A | Sunday, July 19, 2009 at 06:40 AM
i will really miss seeing your inspiring ideas in the garden each month :(
but i can't wait to see what else you have planned. i'm sure it'll be wonderful!
Posted by: laura vegas | Sunday, July 19, 2009 at 12:20 AM