Writing this blog has been a wonderful, creative experience for me. I’ve met amazing people, people who have bona fide writing talent, and who’ve been generous in sharing their passions. Every single person who has left their heartprint here at Ain’t Life Strange in the form of comments has done so with either humour, caring, curiosity, or sometimes all three! One thing for sure is that your comments, dear Reader, have always been positive and genuine. And to you, dear Reader, who flew in under the radar, I appreciate your visits and felt your support, even if you shied away from leaving your heartprint for all the blogworld to see.
This is going to be my last post here at Ain’t Life Strange. For a while. I say for a while, because letting go is so hard, and I can’t bring myself to say goodbye. Maybe this is a hiatus. Maybe I’ll resurface one day under a new blog with a different slant than this one. When I do, I’ll be sure to link them so that I can find you again, dear Reader.
In the meantime, I welcome you to read the archives of my thoughts about my life over the past few years, and to leave your comments as you wish. It will warm my heart to know that you’re still there, dear Reader, and I most certainly will respond to any heartprint that you leave here at Ain’t Life Strange.
It’s not goodbye, just goodnight……
Love,
Chantal xoxoxoxox
I would imagine that a new home, and a love of your life fill your days. I have pictured you in my mind, curled up with a good book on the sofa next to mr. C, his arm around you as he watches some old Maybeery videos. The kids in bed, and just quiet filling the spaces of your new home.
Peace on the path fair Chantal.
I will think of you just as often and light a candle for a continuing abundance of blessings.
(((HUGS)))
Comment by Sorrow — November 15, 2009 @ 11:26 pm
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Mrs. C, I cannot express (sorry I do not have the talent you have) how your blog has touched my heart, brought tears to my eyes and made me laugh out loud. I have even thought about Canadian History!!!. Your stories have restored my faith in love. I hope someday that you will return as your gift is meant to be shared. Until then, enjoy your life, family and Mr. C. You both looked so happy on your walk the other day, it brought a smile to my face. The gift you gave me that Christmas before you left to become Mrs. C. is hung on my wall at work. When I have a bad day at work I just look at the gift and say “Take me away George!!”.
Comment by Katmal — November 16, 2009 @ 7:35 pm
Dearest Sorrow, your generosity travels this world in so many ways that you don’t realize….I’m ever thankful for our friendship that continues to grow and reaffirm itself in its own quiet way. Be sure that I’ll be visiting your blog, as my path towards peace in my heart carries on. Your beautiful postcard arrived a few weeks ago, and travels with me as my bookmark, so that each and everytime I read, I can sit on your bench nestled among the wise and comforting trees, and be who I’m meant to be…..
With teacup in hand this morning, I raise it to thank you, Sorrow, you who are an inspiration of uniqueness and creativity for me. You’ve become part of my inner voice, your writings and correspondence urge me to forge my own way, your artistry and musings help me to reveal the bounty and blessings that await when I strive to be my true self in this world.
From my family to yours, many blessings and much peace……..
Love,
Chantal
Comment by Chantal — November 17, 2009 @ 5:53 am
Dear Ms. K,
There is a George out there, waiting to be starstruck 
As the other member of the Katmal/Mrs.C Mutual Admiration Society, know that you continue to be an inspiration to me. I’m blessed to work with women of substance such as you, and as I make my way in this world, and sometimes find myself in predicaments and dilemnas, I often turn my thoughts to “What would Katmal do? How would SHE say this?” to guide my words and actions. I’ve been reading and re-reading your comment every day since you left it, and I still get choked up….
This blog has allowed me to touch the stars; among all the good things it’s brought me, you and I got to know each other on a different level, more personal than a work relationship, and more private than any other kind of friendship. You, dear Ms. K., are a stellar woman
Much love and blessings,
Chantal
xoxoxo
Comment by Chantal — November 21, 2009 @ 8:39 am
missing you, going to have to resort t snail mail…
Comment by Sorrow — February 9, 2010 @ 1:13 am
Missing you, too. Must be more diligent in my keep-in-touch skills. Your letter at Christmas was a joy, especially the picture. Tea and hugs to you, my friend….
Chantal
Comment by Chantal — February 11, 2010 @ 7:09 pm
Hi Dear,
How is life now? Do give a small update even though you do not feel like writing lengthy ones….:-)
Comment by Seema — October 6, 2010 @ 12:24 am
Thanks for just publishing my comments with deep resonating silence from your side. Do visit my new blog: http://seema-leitmotif.blogspot.com/ sometime.
Seema
Comment by Seema — October 9, 2010 @ 4:39 am
Dear Seema,
You are a dear and a deer: dear to think of me and come and say hello, and patient like a deer with my turtle-speed reply
At the moment, my life is full of gratitude. I am doing work that I enjoy, there are more adjustments being made on the home front that will hopefully stabilize and balance the rocky start to Adolescence 101 that we had, and Mr. C. continues to capture my heart with each passing day.
When I saw that you had left a comment on here, my heart leapt and my eyes widened with a big “Aha!”. You see, I’ve been preparing to write here again, and I’m on the verge, on the cusp of rekindling my creativity that lay dormant for awhile. Your comment has come at a time when I am wanting and needing to leap and write and fly….Your comment is a sign, dear Seema, a confirmation for me that the time is right to return to my passion. And on this Thanksgiving weekend, for that I am very grateful.
And you have a blog! A new blog! I’m so happy for you and I will most certainly visit your new place….thank you for the invitation, Seema, and here’s to new beginnings.
Peace,
Chantal
Comment by Chantal — October 9, 2010 @ 8:02 am
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