Checking in..

[KatDisney]

Ok Just so everyone knows whats happening.. I am a lil behind in alot of things. When I orginally signed up for the majority of my swaps eetc I wasn't working. Thinking I had all this time to complete as many as I was in. I am doing a mass mailing tomorrow I even told my boss I'd be late since I am trying to get everything out.

I am thankful you have all been patient with me thus far and I ask for a lil more patience. I am hoping to have all packages reeieved to thier proper destinations no later than wedesday sooner if I can manage it

 

[PixieDust32]

I need to checking too, but I am so afraid of being judge, I had a very difficult situation, very personal and embarrassing, I know is only my problem and I had a responsibility with everybody here, we also had some mail issues with mail being stolen from mail boxes and the PO had an investigation going on, it was on the news also, but this was just last and this week. I want to apologized for any inconvenience and I want everybody to know that I am willing to send everything I was to send, I am willing to send it individually if necessary and I don't expect to get anything in return, I haven't read the threads because I am afraid to read the comments and get my feelings hurt, I need to stay positive and happy I have most of my items ready and again I am willing to send it. thanks and again I am so sorry.

 

[AlexWyattMommy]

Oh my gosh Roxy, nobody here has picked on or said mean things about anyone. You don't have to worry about reading anything about you or anyone else. We have all been a little disppointed in a particular swap, but nobody has called anyone bad names.

I've been worried about you. Not seeing you posting here. I'm sorry you've had problems in "real" life. Amazing how messy the 3-D world is. I know I can't wait to see the items you've made for the swaps we are in together.

KatDisney, it is so good to see you posting too. I'm sure everyone in your groups appreciates the communication. I think that is the main issue. As long as everyone knows what is going on, it is a whole lot easier to be patient and sympathetic.

 

[PrincessNancy96]

Glad to see you both checking in!!! I'm sure it is rough trying to get everything done in one day that we are suppose to get done..or would like to get done!!!

 

[ddavis860]

I'm sure everyone in your groups appreciates the communication. I think that is the main issue. As long as everyone knows what is going on, it is a whole lot easier to be patient and sympathetic.

I agree, I think this is the main point...the communication thing. That is what everyone has been upset about. Thanks for letting everyone know you guys are OK. I've been wondering where you all were too.

Life sure does get in the way of our fun sometimes... Hang in there...hope everything gets better for you both!

 

[Caitsmama]

I agree with the others! Communication is the KEY.. If you are behind, or sick, or mail is lost.. just let everyone know, so we know what to expect.
I know for me, swapping is a sort of a saving grace, meaning that when i am working on swaps, i feel creatively challenged (in a good way) and feel pushed to do my best. I also feel that it calms me down and helps rid the stresses of the day..
So, I hate to see others feeling so stressed about the swaps - it is supposed to be fun! So, Please do not think that anyone here is out to negitively put you down if something happens - we all have issues that just seem to creep up,we get in over our heads, we all have unexpected illnesses, deaths, and just down right crummy days.. but chin up- things will get better! Don't stress about the small things!

 

[RealMickeysGirl]

Ok Just so everyone knows whats happening.. I am a lil behind in alot of things. When I orginally signed up for the majority of my swaps eetc I wasn't working. Thinking I had all this time to complete as many as I was in. I am doing a mass mailing tomorrow I even told my boss I'd be late since I am trying to get everything out.

I am thankful you have all been patient with me thus far and I ask for a lil more patience. I am hoping to have all packages reeieved to thier proper destinations no later than wedesday sooner if I can manage it

Hey - don't worry about it. I left a post in the general disney swap but honestly, I am not trying to rush you or complaining. We just have a post carrier who likes to leave packages at the door we don't use and if I am not looking for them, they may get rained on.

This is supposed to be fun. In my opinion (for what little it is worth) it should be fun for the hostess to.

Most of the time, the items I am waiting for in a swap aren't things I am holding up pages for - they will be used later - so a delay in shipping doesn't hurt me any. I know others may be more up to date on their scrapping and be holding pages for the items but you communicate with us and explain what is going on and that is all we can ask.

Please, don't stress over this. I know it is blasphemy to say so but... we all have things in life that sometimes out weigh scrapping.

 

[StitchIsOurHero]

Hi KatDisney & Pixie Dust 32! I'm glad to see you around here--we've missed you! Like ddavis said, it's hard when life gets in the way of our fun! Hope everything settles down for you soon!

 

[maria34a]

I agree with everyone! Please never be afraid to say anything!!!! I really don't think these people are going to go out and hunt you down!!!! It seems like everyone is really nice and understanding! However communication is the key! If you just don't say anything, what are people expected to think? They don't want to think the worst, but when it just goes on and on, I think it is human nature to think that way unfortunatly. I really hope all this brings everyone to a new understanding! To a new level of friendship as well! Remember we are all in it together!

Cheer up, life happens, we just have to overcome the odds! Walt would want it that way!!!!

Maria

 

[PixieDust32]

I know Thanks guys. I'll do the best to send all the items i was responsable for. I was just too embarrass and sad to discuss this issues.

 

[PoohBearLovinMama]

Hey guys! to you both. I know exactly how you feel! I was diagnosed with Graves Disease this summer and it has just totally zapped my energy. I didn't even have the energy to get online very much. In fact, I'm not even sure anyone remebers me. But anyway, I completely forgot about the holiday swap and now I'm late on a swap yet again! I just hate that feeling. So I just wanted to let you know that you're not alone and I think as long as you let everyone know what's going on, everyone here is very understanding!

 

[KatDisney]

Ypu ladies are just amazing! PoohBearLovinMama!! of course we remember who you are! silly bear.

 

[AlexWyattMommy]

Silly ol'bear! How could we forget a cool name like yours?
I don't know what Grave's disease is, I need go google; but I'm sorry to hear about not having even enough strength to come online. That would be harsh to live with.

 

[StitchIsOurHero]

PBLM--welcome back!!! You know we remember you!!! By the way, new picture of your girls in your sig is hilarious!! I'm sorry about the Graves' disease. Let us know if there's anything we can do!!

 

[PoohBearLovinMama]

LOL! You ladies are making me laugh! I didn't mean to make Graves Disease sound really serious. Well, it's serious but nothing life threatening or anything. It's just hyperthyroidism that has no known cause. It makes me hot, tired, jittery and have heart palpitations. Luckily, though I'm on medication now and am slowly getting back to normal. Over the summer, I avoided coming up into my office (where my scrap room and computer are) because it was so darn hot that it would wear me out. No central air here. I tried to save most of my energy for my kids and house stuff. I barely scrapped all summer, with the exception of a few crops I went to.
Anyway, this is kind of turning into a book, but I just wanted to give my apologies for being late for another swap! I'm really sorry ladies, I feel terrible. I also wanted to say a big Thank You to Jen (Goofy4 life) for coming over and helping me out with the Holiday swap. I have walking pnuemonia this week and she kindly helped me out!

 

[BernardandMissBianca]

No worries Mates!!

Thanks for everyone checking in. It is important to communicate if you can. I wouldn't mind even signing up for some kind of buddy system to call another swapper if there is trouble. Sometimes people get overwhelmed if they have signed up for multiple swaps or if an illness, family issue, or life in general gets in the way.

Roxy don't be sad or embarrassed if there are issues. Without going into details just throw out a PM to someone saying your alive and well. We are a family of sorts and worry if someone hasn't been around in a while.

PBLM glad you are feeling better. It is tough having an illness especially one that saps your energy. I bet those little cubs of yours didn't help either.

Kat you still have plenty of time for mine so please don't feel rushed.

Caitsmama I tried to send you a PM last week but your box is full. I just wanted to check on your status on the Good vs Evil swap.

DH is going out of town tomorrow so I'm not sure if I will have a computer next week. He is getting one from his new job so he may just take his stuff off of mine and put it on a hard drive to take with him. We shall see. If not I'm here but not here and I'm diligently working on my stuff.

 

[ksjayhawks]

Glad you are checking in with us! Things happen in our lives that many times we cannot control or foresee. It has sure happened to me.

As for swaps you are in, please, do not ever hesitate to pm the hostess and let her know what is going on and how much you want shared with the rest of us. I had this happen a swap or so ago when I was hosting. Was able to get it all worked out. Communication is the key.

Hope things are going better for you now.

 

[KatDisney]

To all who come to this happy place:

I will be out of town tomorrow morning through Friday evening. My company is flying me to Reno to help our lab there. *sigh* Just found out as I walked in this morning. So For my swaps Im in I will most likely mail when I get home as I just wont have time tonight to get anything out.

Kathy

 

[Mickster]

Have a safe trip!