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Wednesday 14 January 2015

Fairy Tales

She has been absent for a little while, 
Living her fairy tale. 
But fairy tales have bad bits too, don’t they? 
With fiery dragons, witches who poison and bullies that scare. 
Loss, pain and dread. 

Their ‘Once upon a time’ has been challenging so far. 
2015 has bullied them. 
Work issues, broken cars, broken people, 
But, they backstep, sidestep, 
Running along, trying to get back on track. 

She thought about retiring her little blog, 
But likes the clickety clack of words that her fingers tap, 
And the memories on her page. 

Her fairy tale progresses, 
She has plans. 
She will weather the downs, and relish the ups … 
Her life is hers and she will live it, 
As best she can. 
Page by page. 

Always hoping, 
For their … happily ever after.

27 comments:

Vintage Sheet Addict said...

Sending you love and strength xxx

Rosemary said...

I am so pleased that you have decided to stay in the blogosphere Marina, it just would not be the same without you.
May you weather the difficult storms, and find sunshine on the other side.

rusty duck said...

Never give up.
And come back soon x

vintageandart said...

Yes Life can be so challenging at times, a friend of mine once told me to remember.... "This too will pass." and it has helped, maybe it will help you too:-))

Dianne said...

I love reading your musings. please don't stop

*Maristella* said...

Hi Marina, how are you? I'm worried about your words,
you are near, dear friend English, but I hope to see you soon! Hughs, Maristella.
(with translator)

Unknown said...

I am sorry that life is difficult right now this year had been a terrible start for me but I realised that after two years of not blogging properly that I have missed the community spirit and being able to escape here from the harshness of the real world sometimes so to speak. So I have decided to start blogging again. I think its good therapy to be able to write your thoughts and feelings down and I hope that by writing this post it has given you some inner peace. Best wishes and keep smiling, dee x

KC'sCourt! said...

I've been therewith the bullies, I know what it is like, I am here to hold your hand, and hug when needed
Julie xxxxxxxx

Things and Thoughts said...

Keep smiling and stay with us dearest Marina!We can give you a hand of love, virtually but truly!
Olympia

the woolly dog said...

It really is a wheel Marina, it never stops, remembering that is what's always pulled me through some terrible times, if you are at the bottom of it, hold on, because it will start to turn and you can only go up, chin up lovely. x

Jen said...

Oh boy, I'm so sorry you are going through a rough patch. Don't worry about not blogging. Do it when it feels right. We'll be here. xoxo

homemade@myplace said...

I'm with you!
xxxxxx Ale

Amy at love made my home said...

I hope that it will all be happily every after very soon and that the evils will all get their comeuppance very soon! xx

~Damita's Pretty Wrap~ said...

Always like visiting and reading your fun posts! Happy sweet week! xo Holly

flowers on my table said...

Oh Marina, I love those words, so heartfelt and true. I relate to them totally. Good for you for carrying on! I wish you a rewarding and happy 2015, filled with good things, triumphs and joys, and the strength to work through any little hiccups.
Thank you so much for your visit and kind words. Love Linda x

Jennifer Hays said...

Hugs to you. Take care. It will get better.

nilly said...

I'm with you too Marina! Keep on blogging if you can, keep writing about the good things. It will help you to cope with the bad things. I know.

Madelief said...

Dear Jane,

Hope all your dreams will come true. Sending you lots of love and strength.

Madelief xox

tlcukjourney said...

I wish you peace and love as you go about your days Jane, and I am so looking forward to still reading your blog!
Much love to you,
Tammy

The Dainty Dolls House said...

Wishing you lots and lots of love my dear...BIG hugs too!! Do as you feel is best for you, we'll be here!! <3 <3 <3

Down by the sea said...

I hope the fairy tale will turn back to a good bit again! Take care, thinking of you. Sarah x

Emma Kate at Paint and Style said...

Thinking of you and sending good vibes your way. x

humphreycumfycushion said...

Life has a way of doing that but don't give up hope. You will come through it. Thinking of you.

humphreycumfycushion said...

Life has a way of doing that. Don't give up hope. Thinking of you.

Niki Fretwell said...

Thinking of you...And sending positive vibes...
Niki x

Barbara said...

Hello Marina, I’m so sorry to read about the ups and downs in your life. I hope February and the following months are full of ups. I would be very sad if you retired your blog (I must admit I’ve thought about it myself), I would miss you. Love & hugs Barbara x

Anonymous said...

Such beautiful. heartfelt words, thank you.
'Hang on in there'.
Stay warm
Frances x