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Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

trish — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 19:28:57 -0000

Congrats Kim...when I was reading the part of your post about saying about finding your life's work...and once you had...everything changed....I totally know what you are talking about! I've been through it more than once! Thanks so much for sharing your experiences!

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Carrie — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:11:55 -0000

Thank you. I heard your segment on Cast On, and you and Brenda together shoe-horned me out of the deep, deep rut I've been in. I can see possibility in my creative life again, and it's invigorating!

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Tracy — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:50:05 -0000

Just listened to you on Cast-On. Please be advised that being a learning junkie is not limited to you creative folk. I have never been able to stick to a job longer than 3 years--usually less. Once I know the work in and out, I'm bored and ready to move on. Thanks for providing a more favorable context for this than "has a short attention span".
Best of luck to you in your next creative life/lives.

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Karla — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 03:07:18 -0000

(forgive me for this purely spiritual comment to those who might take offense - skip this) Kim, your comment about being bored and wanting to continuously know more reminds me of a story about how different Christians are in following Christ....there are some that camp out at the bottom of the mountain (life) they are climbing with Jesus (have learned all they want to about Jesus and/or God's Word and are satisfied to settle with that knowledge), while others want to learn a little more and go up higher, maybe halfway. But then some settle there, and not wanting to learn more, are happy with the little bit of knowledge they've gained and won't go any further. Yet others, not satisfied and knowing there is more to learn with Him, continue on the journey upwards. Many follow Him, but few go all the way with Him ('cause it's not easy to walk that journey up a mountain, i.e. life). Regardless of your spiritual persuasions, I totally understand your desire to be in a state where you continue to learn (about whatever!) and how you've become bored and unstimilated by your love of crochet. You are one of those people who will go far up that mountain of life. All I can say is "Rock on!" in your endeavor to learn more and keep your creative juices flowing in whatever direction you go. :)

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Ann — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 12:56:05 -0000

Beautifully said, totally understandable, and exciting for all of us. Best of luck in your new endeavors!

Ann
Dream Weaver Yarns

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Linda Lum DeBono — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:25:10 -0000

Sad for the magazine but huge congrats to you. I totally get what you're saying and I'm the same. All the best and happy holidays, Linda

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Kellycat — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 01:40:36 -0000

Congratulations Kim for knowing what you want, and reaching for it.

Take some time, relax, drink, and then let us all know what your up to.

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Amie — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:26:16 -0000

Boy, can I relate to what you're saying here, on every level.

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Cher — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:31:56 -0000

Thank you so much for sharing this. I always thought I was crazy, but damned if I don't relate to each line. You are so honest and brave to share this (and are validating more people than you could know by doing so). Bless you. Best wishes on your new projects!

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Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:53:58 -0000

Thank you for being so honest with this! I wrote a startlingly similar journal entry a few years ago before I left teaching - a job I once loved beyond words but, suddenly and without reason, began to hate. I was feeling selfish and silly and confused...how could I come to despise something I once loved so passionately, especially after only 3 years? Your blog has really made me re-visit this topic once again. I wish you all the best!

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Shelby Allaho — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 10:34:33 -0000

Congratulations and good luck! You have been a great inspiration and asset to the crochet industry. I am sure your next endeavor will be just as successful.

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Laurie Wheeler — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:19:28 -0000

Do you think we'd let you go away COMEPLETELY!? I think not :) GRIN...You should enjoy picking up the hook, not dread it...and with less thought on deadlines, less pressure on having to do the job, who knows where your creativity will flower ;) I can't wait to see where you go from here!

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Cara — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:18:28 -0000

Kudos to you! It's so hard in this life to know what you want and what you don't want and why should we be forced to stay with something when it's not working anymore? Having changed my career a bunch of times, I myself have figured out that deciding you don't want to do something anymore doesn't make you a quitter, it makes you courageous in living the life you want. Congratulations and good luck!

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Cherie — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 18:53:10 -0000

Kim,
Good for you for knowing who you are and knowing how you thrive. I told Chelsea after meeting you in Michigan that you are exactly like me. From the outside it looks like I don't stick with things, but the reality is....once I accomplish my goal (and they are usually set very high)....it is on to the next. I have a lot of goals to persue in this short life and I am sure you do too. It will always be a life of passion and joy and moving forward It was a pleasure meeting you and I hope our paths continue to cross in the future. All the best with your new direction.
Cherie
(aka Chelsea's mom)

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

missa — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 18:41:38 -0000

Nicely written. I also long for that creativity in the start-up end of things. I miss it... which is why I keep working as a web designer despite being the owner of an online yarn store. There's something about that initial fire that makes me SO happy.

So I join you in the comfort of new opportunities, and I thank you for all the fire you've spread in the crochet community!

Much love
~missa
kpixie.com

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

KelleBelle — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 18:02:00 -0000

Fabulous news, Kim... I hope that things work out for you. I also hope this means we'll see you at Fibres West in the spring with your new ideas and enthusiasm!

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amineko72 — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:35:28 -0000

good for you to be brave enough to take the steps to make your life happy too many people hesitate and they feel miserable. I wish you all the best.
by the way I have just realized that I have all your books..... could I suggest one to help us not so lucky people (ie me) to get the technique to express our creativity....
all the best for your projects....

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

carolbrowne — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:35:28 -0000

I think this is great news. And a brave move, too! Yay! Well done, Kim. I feel excited for you. And excited for me, as well. If you can do this, so could I!!!

Thank you.

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Megan — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:58:29 -0000

Yay you! It's hard to figure out exactly what you want and then have the courage to DO it. I hope this means you will have more time to hang out in Portland! ;-)

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Zabet — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:16:27 -0000

"I’m a starter. I’m a brainstormer. I’m a novelty junkie. I’m like a professional enthusiast." I read that and thought, "She could be describing me." You are not the only one! If you will forgive the cliché, follow your bliss. I'm not at the "I can't do this anymore" spot yet, but I do wonder when my expiration date will come up.

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Eva — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:28:14 -0000

To expand a bit on my congratulatory twitter...

I am so glad for you and the work that you are doing. It's amazing to see what has happened to crochet since the inception of CrochetMe and your tenure as editor of IC. For me personally, I am reinvigorated in making crochet and inspired by your general attitude about life and work. Thanks for being a starter, and please continue to start things!

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Sheryl Means — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:09:33 -0000

I am stunned, yet, like so many who have commented before me, I completely understand. Remember my declaration last summer when I labeled myself an "artist" not a "designer"? Well, guess what? I am getting ready to send in a submission to IWC and eat some crow in the cover letter to you. Amy (co-owner of Yarntopia) laughs whenever I try to put boundaries on myself because she knows it is just a matter of time before I move off in a new direction. Congratulations on reaching this self awareness so young - I'm a late bloomer who, at 50, is just now comfortable with who I am. Whatever you do and wherever you go your passion and creativity will leave a mark. The world needs folks like you to keep things fresh, exciting and fun. You will forever hold a soft spot in my heart and are the person I credit for giving me the courage to try for new and exciting goals. Like Marley, I hope to see you at TNNA. I might even cry : )

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Michelle — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:44:53 -0000

Professional Enthusiasts Unite!

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

kmerrick120 — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:42:36 -0000

While I'm really sad that it won't be you at the other end of my jagged guide- me- please emails, I have to applaud you for getting up out of your chair and moving on.
I say if your parents and you in-laws are encouraging you in public, you're doing the right thing.
Bonne chance, Kimmy!

Re: Beginnings, Ends—Pshaw! It’s All A Big Spiral (AKA: Big Announcements)

Kim Werker — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:18:05 -0000

Thanks, Vashti! I'll write all about whatever I do.