Sometimes Things Change

         

 

As I am sure most of you have read by now my dear partner is leaving for Portland, most likely in about 4 weeks.......I am so happy for her,  She has wanted to be close to her girls for a long time, and this is a great opportunity for her! but I am  so sad for me, as you all know we ate, slept and drank our new little business at 41 Taylor.

 41 Taylor has just started to gain some momentum, I am still excited to see what it could be......starting 41 Taylor with The Other Tracey has been an emotional journey for me, stepping out in faith, faith in all levels, being sacred to death some nights I couldn't sleep, and yet I couldn't sleep because I was so excited! The Other Tracey and myself have been so intertwined this last year it is hard for me to imagine that she will be gone......

Oh yes we will keep in touch email and talk often, I will want to for sure see her fantastic booth space Camas Antiques.......I am sure you will all be in for a treat, as I know it will be just over the top, her daughter Lindsey has an amazing eye for finding the best goodies in the Portland area so I am sure they will be out gathering goodies as soon as her feet hit the pavement! One thing I know for sure is The Other Tracey loves a project!

As for me......I will keep up with my booth at Junkee's I really do LOVE collecting old treasures, and I will stay with 41 Taylor for as long as I can. I am committed to see it through what ever that looks like. I have to be honest though it just won't be the same for me without her...her enthusiasm and creativity inspired and motivated me, I love working as a team, she will be sorely, sorely missed......

Check back often as I will continue to post about my progress!

 

Tracey

Comments

[Cyndi]

You must be so sad! I'd hate to see you give up 41 Taylor after getting it going. It has so much potential! It is such a perfect intimate venue. I'll be waiting to hear what you decide.

[The Other Tracey]

Thanks Cyndi, I so appreciate your kind words of support.......it has been a
hard week for me.....getting adjusted to Tracey's plan, thinking we were
going to be partners for longer than a couple of months all those
things.....it's just hard right now, but thanks for keeping in your
thoughts it really means a lot. Tracey

On Wed, Sep 9, 2009 at 10:13 AM, wrote:

[Anita]

Tracey - you will do GREAT!!! Have faith in yourself...wish I lived a bit closer, I'd love to work with you. You are an inspiration to all who follow your blog.

Love and best wishes,
Anita

[Tina]

I hope some exciting things happen for you, too! I hate for you to give up 41 Taylor, every town needs one of those, and you do it so well!

[Suzanne@NotesfromthePatch]

As happy as I am for the other Tracy, I'm sad for you. Remember when God closes a door He opens another so I know He has something wonderful in store for you. I wish you well in this exciting adventure!

[Jen]

Sniff sniff, I feel a little sad myself... However I know the two of you will still have wild fun adventures!

[Kelly]

You can do it Tracy, keep doing what your doing and you will see it grow each and everyday.

[Margie]

Tracey,
How could you feel anyting but sad to see your dear friend go. She is part of you and it's natural for you to feel the loss even if you are happy she can be with her girls.

I believe time will show you what is the right choice for 41 Taylor and BTW your inner voice is perfectly fine. I enjoy your posts when and however they come. The ones about being on the water in your canoe and the one about your dog stick out in my mind.

[Mary Lou Alley]

Tracey, you will do so well on your own...not to worry. Your creativity and will to succeed will totally outweigh your doubts about proceeding alone! I have so much faith in your abilities, you cannot fail. Lou

[A Cottage Industry]

"What appears to be the end may really be a new beginning." (author unknown)

Dear Tracey,
It breaks my heart to know you are so very sad about this. You know I think this is a wonderful opportunity for YOU as well as for me, if you will only choose to see it that way.
I am only going to be a phone call away and we can brainstorm and collaborate any time we want to. (and now you have a fabulous new place to come and visit!)
I have every confidence in you and your abilities! Only you can hold yourself back. This is your time to shine!
The other Tracey

[Barbra]

Oh Tracey, I'm feeling a whole batch of 'sad' for you too; caught in the middle of wishing mountains of great days ahead for your sweet 'other Tracey' while waves from "your own story" leave aches and anxieties that are hard to put into words. It will be 'the new' way you girls will carve out your long-distance "forever & always" friendship that will take adjusting to (thank Heaven for instant communication!) won't it? I just couldn't respond in light fashion tonight Tracey, but, I also want to encourage the fact that you are one half of a Super Duo that formulated some brilliant plots leading you to 41 Taylor........mmm hmmm, you've "got the goods" big time too don't forget Tracey!!! Something tells me that 'the other Tracey' & 'the other Tracey' are about to carve out some brilliance yet to be discovered.......if any 2 gals are destined for the 'good stuff' it's "T. 'n T." .....(coincidence that TNT = dynomite? I think 'not' Tracey!) xx

God Bless the gift of friendships that bind us no matter the distance Tracey.
Barbra.

[pogonip @ meadowsweet cottage]

You're the first one I thought of when I read the other Tracey's news. Change is sometimes welcome, other times not, but it seems change is inevitable throughout life. Having a friend move away has always been my least favorite kind of change. Somehow it all works out!

I'm spreading the 41 Taylor cards around at school amongst parents and teachers. I'm hoping it brings in bookings for you.

[The Other Tracey]

thanks so much, you know any help will be appreciated, thanks for your words
of encouragement......Tracey

On Thu, Sep 10, 2009 at 9:10 PM, wrote:

[The Other Tracey]

your kind words of wisdom are always a comfort to me.......it has been so
hard, I have many mixed emotions, I am going to miss her more than words can
say, I know God has a plan not only for her but for me as well, I guess I
thought our plan was together in our new little business, my mom has always
told me, If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans.....thanks once
again for your wit, and kindness, it truly makes my day when I see you have
left me a comment, I honestly feel blessed in this big blog world....Tracey

On Thu, Sep 10, 2009 at 8:37 PM, wrote:

[Peg M.]

wishing you all the best as you continue on! i'll be watching and cheering for you! :)

[tammy hebert]

Tracey,
I am happy for the other Tracey and you too. I know you will thrive with 41Taylor. You are creative and have a lot of spunk. I am sure it will be weird at first but it will go well. Good luck and I will continue to follow your progress.
You both have inspired me and I am sure you will continue.
tammy

[The Other Tracey]

thanks so much Tammy, Having a cheerleader like you is always
Great........Tracey

On Sat, Sep 12, 2009 at 5:01 PM, wrote:

[The Other Tracey]

Oh, Thanks so much.....I sure do appreciate all the support I have been
getting.....Tracey

On Sat, Sep 12, 2009 at 4:50 PM, wrote:

[Cheri Peoples]

Change is so hard to deal with sometimes. I'll be thinking of you.

Just checking in A-G-A-I-N
My blog has been growing like gang busters and while that is great I haven't had much time to visit my blog friends. I decided I needed to make some time for some visits, cuz I just missed everyone too much. Come back over for a visit as well.

Cheri
Its So Very Cheri