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Real Talk...Hello! Goodbye!


I've lived my life online since 1995. Sometimes every waking minute. Sometimes with giant stretches of downtime. Perhaps you've noticed I haven't been around much...here...Instagram...Facebook. And always it seems, my newsletter.

I've been living through two catastrophic events recently...my 24/7 by-my-side pup of 14 years getting a debilitating disease that continues to this day. And my husband getting seriously ill. Hopefully, we are on the other side of Tom's sickness. We are still contending with Stella and what that means for our...her...future.

The point of all this is trying to keep up with an online presence became overwhelming in an already stressful existence. As we move from Crisis Mode to Ongoing Uncertainty Mode, I've realized...and this is a big one folks...I'm no longer invested in putting my life out here. And to be perfectly frank, I'm not even  interested in sharing my art life either...though that may change. 

So what does this mean for you?

  1. Over the next month or as I'm able, this website will become a static repository for artwork. Or something. Regardless, there won't be any more Friday Musings or attempts to resurrect my failed newsletter attempts.
  2. My Facebook Artist page will go away. And maybe even my personal page because Facebook sucks giant monkey balls.
  3. I'll continue with Instagram but it will be on a  much reduced time frame. More "when I feel like it" than every day.

I've made some amazing friends out here and rest assured I will continue to reach out and enjoy your virtual company.

Thank you for taking the time in your busy lives to read and chat over the years. I've loved it all immensely!


39 comments

  1. Wishing you all good health and full recovery. Social media zaps us of so much! I am noticing many artists reducing their presence. Do more art is what I say!!

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  2. I am sorry to hear your life has been so stressful. I fully understand your desire to simplify and I look forward to interacting innhe future when your energy permits.

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  3. I understand completely Jen. We are facing the same thing for the last year +. Sending you strength and courage. ❤️

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    1. I'm so sorry to hear that, Catherine. Ongoing health issues are so hard. Hugs and love to you. ❤️

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  4. I am so sorry to hear all of this. Tom, whatever it is stay positive and poor Stella, if I can help in any way with Stella and Scout just let me know please.
    Jen, take care of yourself as you won’t be any good for anyone if you don’t. Hugs to you both.

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    1. Thank you, Liz. Tom has been diagnosed with Anaplasmosis. It's running rampant in Lunenburg County so take care. Dumb ticks.

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  5. Sorry to hear about Stella, and best wishes as Tom continues to recover. You gotta do what's best for you!

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  6. So sorry to hear about what's going on in your life. Thanks for your honesty, and for sharing. Thinking about you and Tom ❤

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    1. Hi Jen, this was PattiDueckman,not anonymous❤

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    2. Thank you, Patti. ❤️

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  7. Tammy SlauenwhiteSeptember 22, 2023

    I am so sorry. I had no idea. My heart goes out to you and Tom and the family. I’m with you on FB and just the whole online thing. But I know where you are and I’ll always follow you. Sending so much love and prayers. 💕🙏

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    1. Thank you, dear Tammy. I read about your book conundrum and wanted to offer you my very best wishes for you. ❤️❤️

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  8. I hope Tom recovers fully! And for Stella and you both, release from anxiety ansmd uncertainty. Sending much, much love.💞 I'm on FB a lot...I'm gardening and weeding while the weather is cool. Thinking of you, and of Carol, every time I look at your art in my kitchen . It still hangs where you saw it when you and Tom were here.💞💞💞

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    1. Thank you, Corinne. Lots of love to you. ❤️

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  9. Sending love and gentle hugs to you and Tom and your family. If you ever need to chat, I'm here for you. xo

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  10. Hi Jen. Megan here (Oscar’s human mama) - please reach out to me & tell me about Stella! We had to put Lola down in January :( She was very very ill very quickly. Hugs to you all! Xo

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  11. Riis GriffenSeptember 22, 2023

    I’m sorry to hear that life has been so turbulent and I completely understand the desire to step back from posting online. Take care of your dear ones and yourself, and I hope we’ll stay in touch one way or another. ❤️

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    1. Thanks Riis! I'll still be on Instagram. It feels easier some how to dip in and out. ❤️

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  12. i've enjoyed getting to know you over the years. i haven't been keeping up with any blogs. i'm sorry to hear about stella and tom. i hope they will both be ok. i enjoy seeing you on instagram, but understand the demands. my puppy and companion is newer to me. we got him in '19 and he is 8. he just came down with diabetes and we are navigating that. i'm sure our paths will cross again. good luck and much love.

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    1. I've loved watching your relationship with George grow. Stella's days are growing short so I'm stocking up on all the cuddles. ❤️

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  13. Hoping it will all pan out well for you and your family. x byquilly

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  14. Oh Jen, I've been thinking about you so much as I've noticed you not posting on IG. I had a feeling something was happening. I'm sorry to hear about both Stella and Tom. I wasn't aware that Tom was dealing with health issues. I hope he recovers soon. Xo, bri

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  15. Oh Jen, So sorry to hear all of this. I hope that Tom will continue on his recovery, and Stella rebounds to good health.
    But, don't forget to take of yourself, too!

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  16. I’ve been missing the contact we’ve renewed through Facebook (perhaps its biggest upside) and I wondered how you were. I’m totally onside with your decision and very sorry for the circumstances that brought it about. I’ll be holding you and yours in my heart until we connect again. - Elena

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    1. Thank you, Elena. I still follow you on Instagram and likely won't be leaving there anytime soon. 😊

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  17. Big love honey. So much.

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  18. All the best for your many challenges. Thank you for all the stories and info. You will be missed.

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  19. So sorry there is much worry and stress. It’s never easy and I send you strength and comfort so that you can be there for Tom and Stella and yourself. Take care Jen 🥰

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    1. Thanks so much, Vicky. The not knowing is the hardest part for me. ❤️

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