And just like that we have crossed over to the other side - luckily, thankfully, blessedly - you and me! In a New Year's Eve minute, it is now 2016. Do you remember when we first said the year 2000 out loud? It sounded SO strange. So "Tomorrowland" - like the attraction in Disney World. It took me forever to get used to it. It took me forever to get used to writing the year 2000 on checks. I missed the 1900's immediately and I remember feeling that I didn't like change. Well, thank goodness it isn't up to me and the world does keep turning and life does keep changing, though I know we could do without the bad. So now 16 years have passed and here we are. Think of all of the things we have lived over the past 16 years. It is truly amazing, isn't it?
We had a beautiful Christmas and many lazy family days afterwards. Summer Lynn made everything even more precious, but of course, being the sweet doll that she is! She fed Papa Goose and had her first beignet at a new fantastic and just around the lake place! I made fudge; ate most of the fudge; forgot to take a picture of the fudge; and wanted even more fudge. I gave my Mom the little Santa painting and my sister the little peace wreath painting for Christmas and I will admit to you that I felt really proud to give them something that I made with my hands as I think that is the first time that I have done that for Christmas. I felt like that little girl in kindergarten who - well, yes - felt proud. It was a nice feeling. Our tree was amazing this year in its freshness and beautiful rich green hue and I didn't want to let it go. Every year I miss the golden twinkle and its presence and I find it hard to say goodbye. That must be a thing with me... the letting go; the changes; the new ways of being. But you, who have known me forever, already know that.
To be honest, I have thought about ending this little site here and only sharing on Instagram, as it is "easier" to share there with the way they have it set up as opposed to how Typepad (my blog host) has it. You take a pic, have a thought, and bingo, bango it is on your Instagram - either uploaded through your smart phone or from your computer. I resisted Instagram for years - me, the one who doesn't like change - but I am so glad that I finally joined in because it has been a great fit - another way to share images and thoughts with friends, old and new, and I have loved doing so. I also tend to share on Instagram more in "real time" and in "real time thoughts" than I do here. In the old days our blogs were our only option to share. But alas, there is that change thing again.
So I thought about it, yes, that maybe the time has come for my Imagery by Kimberly blog to be done. But it isn't. Because even if I am just sharing here with myself and only once a week, or once a month - it is what my heart still wants to do. I love the opportunity. I love the music. I love the history.
And I love you.
It may not be as fast or social media friendly as Instagram, but that is okay. It's sharing the "old way." And that is also a good fit for me too. Now the "fit" sometimes may be messy and raw and yes, random ...
But that is where I am at and I feel that is where many of us are at on our paths in life and that is all part of our journey. And that is also okay. I can't imagine being on any journey without you. You have been such a precious part of my life. It has been an incredible honor to be a part of YOUR life. Like all of the beautiful Christmas trees, I want to hang on to YOU.
I hope that is okay. I hope your 2016 is all that you want it to be. And I will cherish sharing and being under the same sky with you.
Love,
Kim
Scared me there for a minute, perhaps two. I love you, too, but I do not want the immediacy that comes with Twitter or Instagram. It just isn't enough for me on the one hand, and way too much on the other. Hope that you understand my feeble attempt to explain why I loved finding you here, at tHiS place. Happy New Year, dear Kim!
Posted by: Vee | 01/04/2016 at 11:09 AM
why I LOVE finding you here, not "loved." I'm not going anywhere and I hope that you are not either.
Posted by: Vee | 01/04/2016 at 11:10 AM
((Vee))
I so understand! I love finding YOU here.... and I love you.
Happy New Year Dear Vee!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/04/2016 at 11:13 AM
SO glad you decided to stay here. I am not on any of that social media so I would miss your posts! Happy New Year!
Posted by: Fran C | 01/04/2016 at 11:17 AM
((Fran))
And I would miss you VERY much sweetie! Thank you so much for all!
Happy New Year to you and yours!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/04/2016 at 11:41 AM
I stopped my blog a number of years ago. It was starting to feel forced. But I love Instagram. It's spontaneous and just a better fit for me.
Posted by: Chris Horne | 01/04/2016 at 12:06 PM
I can't let go of the blog thing either. I'm glad you still pop in here, Kim!
Posted by: Pom Pom | 01/04/2016 at 12:45 PM
Oh please don't end it! I still miss Dear Daisy Cottage and this is our little dose of it. :)
Posted by: Stacey | 01/04/2016 at 01:08 PM
Happy New Year, Kim! Count me and Mom among the many who love to visit you here on your blog. So thank you for wanting to continue here. We read every word, look at every image and love it all!
Posted by: G from Ga | 01/04/2016 at 01:19 PM
Kim, so so glad you're keeping your beautiful blog, at least for now. I don't have instagram, and I was just talking with a dear blog friend and told her that I think I'm the last one to catch up with technology, but that was ok with me because it's where I want to be. I don't know why, but when trends and fads come around, I tend to run the other way. If you figure that out, let me know hehehe. This drawing of Santa is so jolly and cute. He's the perfect Santa, and I'm so glad your mother received it. This is such a precious picture of Summer Lynn and her dad. And your twinkling lights on the tree, how pretty is that picture. I didn't want to let my tree go this year either. Although I haven't joined, I look at your instagram pics every now and then. Who knows, maybe someday I'll join in the fun. But for now, Happy New Year, Kim! I wish my special friend so much joy and love and peace this year and always.
love, ~Sheri
Posted by: Red Rose Alley | 01/04/2016 at 01:47 PM
((Chris))
I, too, love the spontaneaty of Instagram. We have to do what feels best and fits best for sure!
Happy New Year my friend!!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/04/2016 at 01:58 PM
((Pom Pom))
I'm so glad YOU are here sweet Karen. Thank you for all!
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/04/2016 at 02:02 PM
((Stacey))
Thank you for caring and for being so sweet AND here!
Happy New Year to you and yours!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/04/2016 at 02:03 PM
((Gail)) ((Nellie))
I love you both and thank you both so much for the years and years of love. You are cherished!
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/04/2016 at 02:06 PM
((Sheri))
I so understand the running away from new trends... I tend to do that too and I still have never joined Facebook! Thank you for all and for all of your loving support over the years. So thankful you are here!
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/04/2016 at 02:09 PM
Happy new year, so very happy you will be here. Me like so many want to be able to read your blog and share. So happy you will continue.
Blessings to you and your love ones.
More paintings please.
Bye for now. Xoxo
Posted by: Rosemary | 01/04/2016 at 04:14 PM
I can't do Instagram. I don't have a smart phone! There are still some of us out here!
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda Kula | 01/04/2016 at 05:48 PM
((Rosemary))
I am so happy you are here and thank you for all of your love and support along the way! And yes! I hope to be able to focus on more paintings soon. :-)
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/04/2016 at 05:50 PM
((Brenda))
And thank goodness you are still out here as we would all miss you so very much! Thank you for all that you share and give back!
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/04/2016 at 05:52 PM
This blog is like 'coming home' to all that is sweet and beautiful in music, words, photos and art. I selfishly would be so sad to lose that and would have to figure out how to sign up for Instagram. I do have a link to one Instagram site which I enjoy. But it's so fast paced and the words shared are so brief it feels like window peeping rather than being home and sharing with someone you admire. You need to do what is right for YOU! Just my thoughts. I'm resistant to change and technology, too. I want to hold on to good things and cherish them. That is why my simple Christmas decor stays up 'til the end of January. I fully savor the season 'til it's time for Valentine's Day. Happy New Year dear Kim!
Posted by: Beth K. | 01/04/2016 at 06:26 PM
I'm so happy you are not ending this. To me your blog is like going home for a visit. It touches tender places in my heart. I don't do change well either, and I don't know much about the other social media forms. This is good, and you do it perfectly. I look forward to our visits...whenever they are, often or not. You have become a cherished friend even though we have never personally met. Your photography is beautiful, often poignant, ever touching my soul. Your paintings are wonderful and your granddaughter is a delight. Thank you for sharing your life with me, with all of us.
Posted by: Deidra | 01/04/2016 at 10:43 PM
Kim I am so glad you are keeping the blog! A few months ago I did a post on my blog that said I was done. At the time in my heart I was done. I discovered that I missed my little blog. So I had to write an apology and am blogging again. So glad you knew you would miss it as we would miss you! Keep on blogging!
Posted by: Daniel | 01/05/2016 at 12:58 AM
((Beth))
Thank you dear Beth very much for your beautiful words that warm my heart. I am so thankful for your presence and for you.
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/05/2016 at 08:12 AM
((Deidra))
Sweet Deidra, thank you so much for making my heart overflow with your kind, loving words... means the world.
YOU are a cherished friend too. Always and forever.
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/05/2016 at 08:14 AM
((Daniel))
Thank you my heart friend, so much for all and I am so happy you are staying true to YOUR heart. I am so thankful for you.
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/05/2016 at 08:15 AM
I'm coming in late I know....but NO! NO! you may not change that much. Not having "this" would leave too big a void and that is.....JUST, NO!!!!
Posted by: marilyn | 01/05/2016 at 02:12 PM
So glad you are staying here on your blog where I found you years ago. I do not drop in often enough and have not posted to my blog in three years now. I cannot figure out how to as things have changed. Now a group of bloggers have started a group on Facebook. I only know one that I followed for years. Not the same as blogging and like we have discussed not the same as the music that was available to us. I have a memory from your beautiful blog. A man wrote to you as his wife was such a fan of your blog and the music and listened every day to your music in the midst of your music. She passed away and so many made hearts that you sent to him, her husband. I am not crafty so did not but how you have touched so many is so wonderful as is your amazing blog. I am glad you had a wonderful Christmas and wish you a Very Happy and Healthy New Year. Your photos are amazing as always. Thank for for staying here and warming our hearts and spirits. Means a lot to many today.
Posted by: Darlene | 01/05/2016 at 03:44 PM
You are a constant blessing to me and I am so happy you are still here. :)
Posted by: jennifer | 01/05/2016 at 03:54 PM
((Marilyn))
Just say NO to change! LOL! Thank you dear friend for always knowing my heart - here; there; wherever we are where we share and in the world.
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/05/2016 at 04:22 PM
((Darlene))
You are cherished and I am always feeling your presence here. Yes, that was Jack who shared about his beautiful wife, Tabatha. He was so touched by ALL of you and your thoughts and prayers. The last time we communicated he was doing well and life was treating him kind. I know he will be forever grateful. Thank YOU for being here and warming my heart and spirit.
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/05/2016 at 04:25 PM
((Jennifer))
You are and have been a beautiful, thoughtful blessing to me and it has been a joy journeying through life with you. I am so happy YOU are still here sweet girl.
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/05/2016 at 04:27 PM
Happy New Year sweetie! I sure love your photography and the way you decorate! Your little model is so adorable! Have a wonderful rest of your week! Hugz Lisa and Bear
Posted by: Lisa | 01/07/2016 at 04:07 AM
Glad you are continuing your blog....so look forward to seeing the beautiful photos and kind words. Thank you and Happy New Year.
Posted by: judy | 01/07/2016 at 09:33 AM
Please, please don't stop blogging. I miss Dear Daisy Cottage every day and do NOT want to do without Imagery by Kimberly. The pictures and music are paired so beautifully, it would be so sad for them to go away.
Happy New Year to you and your family,
MimiG
Posted by: MimiG | 01/07/2016 at 07:26 PM
Love the pictures. Your Santa is adorable. Your mom and sister must have loved their gifts.
Summer looks like so much fun. I will have my 2 granddaughters here tomorrow :)
Glad you are going to be here.
I think I joined instagram but I never use it.
Posted by: Renee | 01/07/2016 at 10:04 PM
((Lisa))
Thank you so much dear Lisa! You are so appreciated! Always!
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/08/2016 at 08:52 AM
((Judy))
Thank you dear one, for YOUR kind words and sweet presence in my life. You are a blessing!
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/08/2016 at 08:53 AM
((Mimi))
I would miss you terribly and I thank you for the years of loving support and all! You are a gift in my life!
Happy New Year!
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Kim | 01/08/2016 at 08:55 AM
((Renee))
Thank YOU for being here and your support all these years. You are a love and I appreciate you!
Happy New Year!
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Kim | 01/08/2016 at 08:56 AM
And that is more than okay!
Reading your post made me feel as though you had read my mind. :) I've been spinning similar thoughts these days...instagram...blog...change...year 2000 and how peculiar that was and how quickly time has passed. I'm glad you'll continue to share here. I started to use instagram last year, and in spite of all its advantages, I feel it's a hindrance to my creativity.
Just glad this beautiful place will continue to be here in 2016.
My heart smiles.
xo
Posted by: Marcia | 01/12/2016 at 08:18 AM
((Marcia))
I so understand your thoughts and heart! IF I was not able to access Instagram on my large desk top, then I would not enjoy it as much as I do.You always make my heart smile and I am so thankful for you and your sweet soul.
Happy New Year!
xo,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 01/12/2016 at 08:25 AM
kim -
love you bunches ~
xo
linda
Posted by: linda | 01/12/2016 at 03:21 PM
Oh Boy I'm very glad you decided to stay!! Phew!! :) xox
Posted by: Trish | 01/17/2016 at 09:14 PM
Maybe I should give Instagram a try. Only because of you!
Posted by: Nancy Maisenbach | 01/21/2016 at 01:00 PM
My precious friend....
I am sitting in my granny chair in the sewing den..music playing..catching up on your posts..and totally smitten with each and
every photo. What a precious gift you have of capturing smiles, birds, cuteness and beauty. The lake is amazing, such a gift from our Father. And Summer Lynn and Shawn look adorable!!! But the picture that got me in the heart is of Maggie. 12 already? Wow... Duhgall turns 10 in March...oh how these precious days of our life slip by.
I am hearing waves crashing now in the music...thinking of our trip to Florida and meeting you and Laura. I had such a sweet day with the two of you and Spencer..and of course, Maggie.
Love you dear and beautiful friend. Always in my heart..And speaking of hearts, your paintings are simply wonderful. All of them. Your sister and mother are blessed to have such a cherished gift.
xxoo
Beckers
Posted by: Becky - Sweet Cottage Dreams | 01/27/2016 at 10:52 PM
I don't do Instagram... don't understand it. I hope you stay here!!
xo
Posted by: Reenie | 02/08/2016 at 12:52 PM
I remember when you started talking like this last time and you left Daisy Cottage. I read this post right after you posted it, but I couldn't comment, because it hurt too much. I know you think it's time to move on again, but I hope your change your mind.
I understand though. YOU of all people know I do. I left before you did last time. You moved to another place on the web and I thought I had left for good. Turns out I just needed to reassess.
Anyway, if you leave, I'll miss you, but I will understand and love you alway, my dear, dear friend.
rue
Posted by: rue | 02/12/2016 at 01:01 AM