By now you know how much you all mean to me. Every day that I have spent with each of you has been a blessed one. Maggie and I simply adore you.
Thank you for knocking on our door.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being here and for all that you have given me. The last four and a half years of my life have been even more joyous and beautiful because of you. I really cannot express my gratitude in words ... though I try. Just know - you have meant the world to me.
Maggie and I hope to be back in the new year. For now, we will be embracing the season and all it has to offer while keeping you in our hearts where you will be anchored forever.
'Til we meet again on the other side..
Know how much I love you.
Always,
Kim
Enjoy your holiday season! You and miss maggie will be missed, cannot wait to hear about your holiday adventures!
Posted by: Alejandra | December 02, 2010 at 12:16 AM
See you both next year! Have a great month my friend :D
Posted by: Julie Harward | December 02, 2010 at 12:48 AM
Kim and Maggie, Enjoy your holidays, Ladies. Please come back as soon as you are able..God bless you, and stay happy!
Lynne ♥♥
[email protected]
Posted by: Lynne Doucette | December 02, 2010 at 12:51 AM
Have a Very Merry Blessed Christmas, Kim!
I pray that you will be able to enjoy everything the season has to offer.
God bless you and your family.
Posted by: Elizabeth | December 02, 2010 at 01:12 AM
Wishing you all the joys of this Holiday Season...until we meet again in the New Year.
hugs and blessings,
~Cindy~
Posted by: Cindy | December 02, 2010 at 01:13 AM
Kim, I hope you and Maggie have a joyous holiday season! Embrace the beauty and wonder of this magical time. Enjoy your time with family and friends. See you in the New Year! May God richly bless you as we celebrate the birth of His precious son! Love & blessings from NC!
Posted by: Melinda | December 02, 2010 at 01:23 AM
Have a wonderful holiday season...savor it...I will surely be looking through all of your old posts..just to get my Daisy Cottage fix..until 2011...blessings on you and Maggie!
Posted by: connie | December 02, 2010 at 02:04 AM
Merry Christmas to you and yours, Kim!
Posted by: Pat@Back Porch Musings | December 02, 2010 at 02:09 AM
Kim, I Pray that you and yours have a Blessed Christmas full of all the joys you could ever imagine. See you in the New Year with Love and Blessings Trish xox ;)
Posted by: Trish Rowley | December 02, 2010 at 03:32 AM
Have a wonderful Holiday!!
Posted by: Estela @ Weekly Bite | December 02, 2010 at 06:10 AM
Have a wonderful holiday season, Kim! I hope Santa is good to Maggie and Marley too! Looking forward to your return soon....I always start my mornings with you and will miss that. Merry Christmas.
Posted by: Judy | December 02, 2010 at 07:01 AM
Kim, I hope you and yours have a blessed and happy Christmas. Take care, and God bless! I look forward to hearing from you in the new year :D
Posted by: Ricki Jill Treleaven | December 02, 2010 at 07:11 AM
Happy, Happy Holidays!! I'll certainly miss your inspiring posts over this joyous season but completely understand the desire to embrace the season and enjoy every moment of it. It is quickly gone til another year.
May God Bless you and your family. I look forward to reading your blog in the new year.
Fondly,
Ann
@
The Tattered Tassel
Posted by: ann | December 02, 2010 at 07:12 AM
From me too....have a MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY,HAPPY NEW YEAR! We will all miss you very much.
Jennifer
Posted by: jennifer | December 02, 2010 at 07:34 AM
Merry Christmas Kim! You know, I have been following you for most of those 4 years. I stumbled across Daisy cottage long ago and was so enchanted that I started my own blog becasue of it! I wish you all the joy and wonder and beauty of Christmas with your family:>)
Christmas hugs
Kathy
Posted by: kathy | December 02, 2010 at 07:35 AM
Happy Christmas Season to you and your family Kim!!!
Posted by: Sandi ~ A Cottage Muse | December 02, 2010 at 07:41 AM
Merry Christmas, Kim. I look forward to seeing you after the holidays. Give a daily hug to Maggie and Marley for me. La
Posted by: La | December 02, 2010 at 07:51 AM
Of course you know that my mornings won't be the same without your cheery stories and glorious photos, but I'll be back in the New Year to visit again! I'll miss you ...
I hope you enjoy all of the moments, fragrances, sights, sounds, and songs that make Christmas in your heart. I wish you a Merry Christmas!
As we used to say in grade school as we left for the Christmas holidays, see you next year!!
Hugs!
Posted by: Barbara Anne | December 02, 2010 at 07:55 AM
Loads of Blessings for you this Christmas, Kim.
You light up my life and inspire me more than you could imagine.
Be Happy!
Posted by: Marie Mouradian | December 02, 2010 at 08:08 AM
It means a lot to be able to stop by Daisy Cottage and visit with you and Maggie, sometimes Marley, too. Hope that you know that. Your home and by extension your blog are bright lights in Blogdom. Have a wonderful time away. Perhaps you'll surprise us and pop in once or twice. Hope so!
Posted by: Vee | December 02, 2010 at 08:08 AM
Enjoy the holidays with family and friends. I haven't been around your blog for very long, but already it feels like home. I look forward to getting to know you better in the new year.
Posted by: Alice | December 02, 2010 at 08:21 AM
Happy Holidays to you and Maggie. I'll miss your posts and look forward to your blogs once again in the new year.
Love and Hugs,
Kathi
Posted by: Kathi Layfield | December 02, 2010 at 08:48 AM
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you, Maggie, Marley and all your family near and far. Matt, Katie (my bassett hounds) and I will miss you. You and yours will be in our hopes, dreams and prayers. Thank you. Holiday Blessing.
Posted by: Lynda Dishner | December 02, 2010 at 08:58 AM
I'll sure miss your updates and adventures with Maggie over the next few weeks! Have a wonderfully blessed Christmas season with your family and friends.
Pamela
Posted by: Pamela Gordon | December 02, 2010 at 09:06 AM
I feel so sad after reading your post ....... I sure hope you do come back in the New Year! I am sure you have lots of photos to share with us! Enjoy your time off and I wish you and your family every blessing during this beautiful season. xoxox
Posted by: Barbara F | December 02, 2010 at 09:10 AM
Hi sweet friend! Enjoy yourself. You will be missed. I hope your Holidays are extra special...just like you and sweet little Maggie.
Much love and big hugs,
Kat
Posted by: Kat | December 02, 2010 at 09:19 AM
HAPPY HOLIDAYS to you and our Miss Maggie. We love you and look forward to "coming to your house" in the new year...........JAN
Posted by: JAN FROM IOWA | December 02, 2010 at 09:23 AM
Merry Christmas Kim! I hope you enjoy the season and we will miss you!
~Michelle
Posted by: Michelle | December 02, 2010 at 09:23 AM
Good Morning Kim,
You will surely be missed while you are away. Wishing you and your family a very joyous holiday season. See you in the new year!
Hugs,
Dena
Posted by: Dena | December 02, 2010 at 09:29 AM
I hope you and Mags have a Merry Christmas!! Enjoy your time :)
Posted by: Reenie | December 02, 2010 at 10:26 AM
What a sweet sweet post! Enjoy the holidays!
Posted by: Stephanie | December 02, 2010 at 10:30 AM
You will be missed. I look forward to hearing from you again in 2011. May you & your family and Maggie & Marley have a wonderful Christmas and the Happiest of New Years.
Posted by: Suzanne | December 02, 2010 at 10:31 AM
Hi Kim, I too feel sad after reading your post. I hope all is ok. You mean so much to all of us. You have touched our hearts in so many ways. You and your family will be in my prayers today and always.Thank you Kim
A Big Hug to YOU!
Kathleen J.
Posted by: Kathleen | December 02, 2010 at 10:31 AM
A Merry Christmas to you and your whole family! I hope you have lots of good memories made this Christmas. Your blog has been a cheerful and graceful place to visit, and I am thankful for it.......and you. Take care!
Posted by: Mary Lou | December 02, 2010 at 10:35 AM
We'll miss your warm cheery colorful posts, and will think of you there, enjoying all the lovely moments of this Blessed Season.
I hope your Christmas season is filled with all the good things you portray and practice---kindness, cheer, radiantly warm hospitality, grace and charm, and the gentle welcome which encompasses everyone.
All the best blessings,
rachel
Posted by: racheld | December 02, 2010 at 10:52 AM
Happy Holidays.
Posted by: Victoria | December 02, 2010 at 10:54 AM
Dear Miss Maggie,
Please have a lovely holiday season, with plenty of walkies and delicious tidbits, and make sure your Mama gets her share of fun and relaxation!
See you in 2011...
Dion DiPoochy, resident dog at That Old House
Posted by: Cass at That Old House | December 02, 2010 at 10:58 AM
You know you have a special place in my heart... I hope I'm not reading between the lines too much... and you will be back with all your wonderful perspective, and love of life, but follow that lovely heart of yours.
I hope you and your family have a really wonderful Christmas.
All my love,
Kelly
Posted by: Kelly | December 02, 2010 at 11:00 AM
Well, dear Kim you will be sorely missed.
I was secretly wishing to see your mini cottage decorated for the holiday season - or the big one, too, of course - but love your mini pics.
Take care and thanks so much for a wonderful year of inspiriting photos, kindness and just plain awesomeness.
See you next year- unless you sneak in a few!!
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU AND YOURS!
Hugs and smiles.
Posted by: Michele | December 02, 2010 at 11:08 AM
Merry Christmas Kim and Maggie (and Marley)! I'm going to take a blogging break too for the holidays. Till we meet again.
Posted by: Ann | December 02, 2010 at 11:12 AM
I'll miss y'all. But have a happy holiday season and don't forget to come back when it's all over.
Posted by: Susan Ramey Cleveland | December 02, 2010 at 11:30 AM
You will be missed!
Have a very blessed Christmas.
Posted by: Brenda@Coffeeteabooksandme | December 02, 2010 at 11:44 AM
Dear friend Have a very Blessed and Merry Christmas..see you in the New Year..Cheers
Posted by: bettyann | December 02, 2010 at 12:06 PM
May God continue to bless you and yours during this season in your life. May you have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year. Be safe and keep healthy until we meet again.
You will be missed.
(((hugs)))
Alice from Arkansas
Posted by: Alice | December 02, 2010 at 12:08 PM
Kim,
Enjoy the holidays! I do hope you will return. Seems like all my favorite blogs have ceased. I do not blog myself at this time, but hope to soon. Your blog has given me hope about life again and a reminder to slow down and enjoy the small things God has given us. May He richly bless you and yours during this special time of year.
Pam
Posted by: Pam Cummings | December 02, 2010 at 12:08 PM
Have a wonderful and blessed holiday Christmas and get lots of rest and refreshment. Then when the time is right, come back to us. We all love you and Maggie!!
Posted by: Jean | December 02, 2010 at 12:11 PM
Hope you and your family have a most joyous season! I have loved every post you have made this year. And have been so inspired by the photos and your wisdom. Will miss you all! Everytime I look at my beautiful vintage painting, it just warms my heart and brings a smile to my face. Talk to you in the New Year......
Posted by: Lynn Paterson | December 02, 2010 at 12:20 PM
We three ladybugs will still stop by to enjoy your lovely music if that's okay. We will also cross our fingers that you will be returning to inspire our days with colourful pics! Thanks for all you do.
Posted by: Lisa Adams | December 02, 2010 at 12:22 PM
You will be missed by my daughter and I Have a wonderful Holiday and a Happy New Year.....Pattie and Tia
Posted by: Pattie Taylor | December 02, 2010 at 12:23 PM
Kim
Enjoy the holiday season (remember to rest and relax) embrace the season and your family ~ just know that you, Maggie, Marley and Daisy Cottage will be missed. Until we meet again in 2011 ...
Posted by: Marianne | December 02, 2010 at 01:01 PM
You and Miss Maggie will be missed! I wish you the most joyous of Holiday Seasons!
Each time I read your blog you bring a smile to my face!
God Bless you and yours!
Love,
Jackie
Posted by: Jackie | December 02, 2010 at 01:04 PM
Hi Kim,
Remember, joy is in the heart....remember all those hearts you received? Each of us want to wish you a blessed Christmas, you and your family. Hugs, Heidi
Posted by: Heidi Woodruff | December 02, 2010 at 01:10 PM
Oh YOU and Miss Magie will be missed, But wishing You and Your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. It will be a long month without getting to visit with you every morning, but You deserve a break and time to enjoy your home and family.
God Bless, Love, Vivian
Posted by: vivian roberts | December 02, 2010 at 01:17 PM
I too,was sad to read this last post as you and Maggie and Marley are the sunshine I have woken up to for most of the last 4 years. But on the other hand, you to need a break as well as time off from blogland to enjoy the season,appreciate our Heavenly Father and all the blessings he has lovingly provided for us.Enjoy your time off and know you are loved and will be missed.So much hope to see you back again in the new year with pictures and stories of your holiday season. God Bless all of you,Love,Rita Bush
Posted by: Rita Bush | December 02, 2010 at 01:31 PM
Merry Christmas Kim, Miss Maggie and Marley! Have a wonderful holiday with your family and we'll look forward to your return in the New Year!!
Love,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo
Posted by: Susan Freeman | December 02, 2010 at 01:31 PM
Blessings to you and your family, Kim. Thank you for your wonderful blog and sharing your gorgeous photography, home, neighborhood, Maggie and Marley with us. And, most importantly, thank you for sharing YOU with us.
Posted by: G from GA | December 02, 2010 at 01:34 PM
You sound as if you are not well or that you "hope" to see us all in the New Year....I hope you are ok?....I hope this is just time off...if so...Enjoy your holidays and see you in 2011...
Posted by: Charlene | December 02, 2010 at 01:41 PM
Oh Kim, I really cannot imagine a month without you...you have become such a part of my every day. Enjoy the Holiday Season with your friends and family!
Posted by: janet | December 02, 2010 at 01:52 PM
We love you, too! Have a very Merry Christmas, a joyful holiday season, and enjoy your family to the fullest!
Posted by: Elaine/MuddlingThrough | December 02, 2010 at 01:57 PM
If you make it back to Back In The Day Bakery eat a couple cupcakes for me and tell Chery I said Hi
Merry Christmas
Janice
Posted by: Curtains In My Tree | December 02, 2010 at 02:09 PM
I'll miss you and Maggie! Looking forward to hearing from you in the New Year.
Best,
Marsha
Posted by: Marsha/Plate Girl | December 02, 2010 at 02:35 PM
Kim ~ You know we will ALL miss hearing from you, you are so much a part of our day/week. Wishing you, and all those near and dear to you, the very best, always. Have a wonderful Christmas! ((((BIG HUGS)))) to you! Please remember to relax and enjoy every moment of the season; don't forget to sneak in an occasional nap with Maggie ; ) xo Patty/BC
Posted by: Patty/BC | December 02, 2010 at 02:40 PM
Kim,
I hope the most wonderful Christmas ever for you and your family, including Miss Maggie and Marley. Rest up, snuggle up, drink up - ENJOY!!
Posted by: MimiG | December 02, 2010 at 02:49 PM
Dear Kim,
I sent a box to your p.o. box
and it should reach you by today!
I hope it is still the same box #
as it was when your readers sent
you the Hearts For Jack?
Thanks!
Posted by: JolieAnne | December 02, 2010 at 02:57 PM
thanks kim for all that you have done, just the mere fact of you having a blog and somewhere to turn to when i need to catch a breath of fresh air or need to just get away from it all for the moment and turn on your wonderful relaxing music, this is where i turn too. you give so much love and attention to each and everyone of us in your own way. what makes all the difference is that you do it with Love and Compassion - you are Trully Blessed and a Blessing - your friend maria -cottage feel-
love ya, xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxo
Posted by: maria | December 02, 2010 at 03:18 PM
love ya, xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Posted by: maria | December 02, 2010 at 03:18 PM
Merry, merry Christmas to you and your family, Kim. You will be missed here in blogland, but surely you deserve to take some time to decorate, bake, spend time with your family, and enjoy the holidays. I'm a little disappointed that we won't be seeing your Christmas decorations though! ;) See you in 2011!
Posted by: Anne | December 02, 2010 at 03:26 PM
Awe, I will miss you both. Love you! Blessings!
Posted by: Kimberly Padilla | December 02, 2010 at 03:31 PM
Happy Holidays Kim.......have a Beautiful-Wonderful time decorating, baking, spending time with family and enjoying the season :) See you soon!! xoxo
Posted by: Michelle | December 02, 2010 at 03:41 PM
Dearest Kim & Maggie: Have enjoyed spending each day with you two also. Have a very Happy Christmas! Love your curtains and door knob. Maggie have fun helping your mom decorate for Christmas. Our "Little Squirt" sheltie was so fun at Christmas watching her open her presents under the tree, along with the kids. He's in doggie heaven now. Fun watching the grandkids open theirs, grown kids just want & get money for Christmas. Love from Okla, Cindy
Posted by: Cindy | December 02, 2010 at 03:57 PM
Dear Kim: Thank you so much for all the hard work and love you've put into this blog. I enjoy it so... Please take good care of yourself. Hugs, Amy
Posted by: Amy Kendall | December 02, 2010 at 04:23 PM
my dear friend.....
you are going to be sorely missed by all of us.
take time to smile, love and laugh and most
of all enjoy the reason for the season.
see you on the other side......**God LOVES YOU**
always your friend,
becky
PS: doogie and fee send maggie and marley woofs and tail wags
Posted by: sweet cottage dreams | December 02, 2010 at 04:26 PM
Thank you for all your fantastic postings for 2010. Have a blessed holiday with your family and loved ones. December can be very hectic especially for all of us women who decorate, shop and cook for the season. Love from ILLinois, Kathy C
Posted by: Kathy Charniak | December 02, 2010 at 04:35 PM
Kim, Thank you for sharing your love of life with us. You have made 2010 a wonderful year for me. You have inspired me to be better, happier and more positive. I will always remember this year, my first year of blogging. Have a wonderful holiday season. I will miss you.
Love,
Kate
Posted by: Kate Reddan | December 02, 2010 at 04:47 PM
Kim, Have a wonderful holiday and thank you for all the beautiful pictures and posts this year. Will miss having my morning coffee with you but, know we all need time off so enjoy. May God bless you and yours. Sue
Posted by: Sue | December 02, 2010 at 05:10 PM
Merry Christmas Kim to you and your family. Know we will miss you while you are gone but sending lots of love your way!
Posted by: stacy | December 02, 2010 at 05:28 PM
I will miss your cheery posts before I leave for work each morning. Enjoy your holiday and your well earned time off.
Hugs!
Posted by: bonnie | December 02, 2010 at 05:49 PM
Wishing you and your family all the joys of the holiday season! Will miss you, Maggie and Marley in the meantime; but I will look forward to meeting back with you next year.
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | December 02, 2010 at 06:48 PM
Have a merry Christmas and enjoy your break! Love your blog!
Posted by: sondra | December 02, 2010 at 06:54 PM
See ya'll next year! I will miss you but understand. We are all busy this time of year and need to spend time with our families and just enjoying the beauty of the season. May God bless you this Christmas!
Posted by: Debbie from Texas | December 02, 2010 at 07:14 PM
Hope you have a very happy holiday season, Dear Kim. Will be waiting eagerly to see you in 2011. Sending lots of love to you!
Posted by: Suzanne | December 02, 2010 at 07:18 PM
Dear Kim
Wishing you and your family a Blessed Christmas.
Fay Marie
Posted by: Fay Marie Torzsok | December 02, 2010 at 08:58 PM
Happy Christmas, Kim, family and furbabies! Love ya, miss ya, see ya next year, tee-hee.
Posted by: pogonip@ Meadowsweet Cottage | December 02, 2010 at 10:06 PM
Awwww Kim...I broke out in a sweat & my heart was beating soooo fast..before I finished reading!! YOU are so important to us..you inspire us..love us...encourage us..cheer us..help us:)
So we shall see your darling smiling face..& maggie & marley's next year! yes!
Wishing you & your family a blessed Christmas..& very Happy New Year
Hugs..
Deb:) xoxo
Posted by: SHABBYDEB | December 02, 2010 at 10:40 PM
Love ya. Pure and simple.
Posted by: Esther Sunday | December 02, 2010 at 10:59 PM
I wish you a Merry Christmas and a New Year filled with many blessings. Thank you for this blog and the joy it brings to so many of us.
Much love to you and your family
D'Ann
Posted by: D'Ann | December 02, 2010 at 11:50 PM
Hope you have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!! I will miss your sweet posts and look forward to hearing from you in 2011!
Posted by: Jill | December 03, 2010 at 12:23 AM
Kim, Just so you know, you are the reason that I became a blogger. Yours was the first I found and I would hurry home everyday from work just to visit you. Thank you for all of your positive and inspiring posts. May you have the most wonderful holiday season. I'll be thinking about you while I'm stuck here in the snowy mountains of Idaho.
xoxo
Patty
Posted by: Patty Nystrom | December 03, 2010 at 12:26 AM
I'm new to this wonderful world of cottage bloggers and i look forward to your gorgeously photographed, thought provoking, peace filled blogs along with sweet maggie. i'll miss you. merry christmas and happy new year. along with all others i'm anxiously awaiting your return....hugs til then. pam in texas
Posted by: Pam Mikel | December 03, 2010 at 12:55 AM
Oh, I shall long for the return of Daisy Cottage, its occupants (furry and non-furry)- but carve some serenity out of this hectic time for yourself. You matter! Happy Holidays!
Posted by: Dorothy Chambliss | December 03, 2010 at 01:13 AM
And I adore the both of YOU!
Here's my wish for you for the holidays to come ( and I want to do it in my own language this time):
IK WENS JOU EN JE FAMILIE EEN VROLIJK KERSTFEEST EN EEN GELUKKIG EN GEZOND NIEUWJAAR!
Hope you get the chance to translate it, but of course you can guess what my words say! BLESSINGS, Nina.
Posted by: Nina | December 03, 2010 at 05:07 AM
You will be missed a LOT, but I fully understand your need for a break! Enjoy your holidays! Merry Christmas!!
Posted by: Patti VZ | December 03, 2010 at 08:22 AM
Have a wonderful Christmas Kim... and give Miss Maggie and Marley a big kiss on the nose from me and my furry girl Heidi. See you next year and please add some pictures of Dasiy Cottage Dressed up for the holidays. Love ya Beth...
Posted by: Beth | December 03, 2010 at 08:41 AM
Merry Christmas Kim and Miss Maggie. Enjoy your holiday. We will miss you both. See you in 2011.
Posted by: Lynn | December 03, 2010 at 09:50 AM
Happy Holidays to you and your family, Kim. Kiss Maggie for me. :)
Hope she finds a stocking full everything a little dog could wish for.
xo
di
Posted by: Diane Duda | December 03, 2010 at 10:21 AM
Sending you the best of Holiday Season wishes!
Posted by: jen | December 03, 2010 at 10:59 AM
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours and Maggie and Marley. Keep them warm this winter and plenty of little naps with Maggie and some hot cocoa.
Posted by: kim sills | December 03, 2010 at 12:08 PM
Merry Christmas to you, Kim & Miss Maggie. Hope you enjoy your family and friends (2 & 4 legged varieties) during the holidays.
We'll look forward to 2011 & all it brings!
Posted by: Kay | December 03, 2010 at 12:37 PM
Merry Christmas and God bless you! I am a long time reader here, but this is my first time to comment. It has been a hard year for us, but every time I land on your page my heart smiles. : ) Peace is found here - in the words, the pictures, the music... all reflect peace and friendship and the site is so very welcoming. Thank you for sharing yourself and blessing me.
Hugs
Lynn
Posted by: Lynn Campbell | December 03, 2010 at 01:19 PM
Kim, here's wishing you and yours an inspiring joyful Christmas season! I do hope that everything and everyone is ok at Daisy Cottage. Peace....xo.
Posted by: Gail K. | December 03, 2010 at 02:33 PM