A Thank-You Note for You

by | Nov 27, 2014 | Uncategorized | 32 comments

Thank you

Friends, it’s Thanksgiving! As you probably know, I’m cooking up a storm in my parents’ home in Northern California, and getting ready to feast with beloved family members today. But I wanted to stop in this morning and say what deep gratitude I have for each and every one of you. Thank you for reading SR, for supporting me, encouraging me, challenging me, and inviting me into your lives. I never thought that blogging would connect me with so many amazing individuals, but it really has.

This season has not been the easiest one to walk through. After getting married in June, my husband and I spent a great deal of time abroad, first honeymooning, and then grieving the loss of one of my family members. Moving from Boston to Los Angeles meant a huge transition for us, and it wasn’t easy for us to fit in here.

Thankfully, we’ve built close friendships with people we already love dearly, and are so grateful for the blessing of community. Still, this space has become a place of refuge, support and comfort for me; and part of that is due to your presence here. While blogging has been stressful at times, it has also been deeply rewarding for me. Being able to write whatever is on my heart, to share great victories and little joys, brings me such deep gladness. Thanks for reading and reflecting with me on life’s ups and downs! Simplicity Relished is what it is because you’ve helped it get there!

I hope you know you’re deeply appreciated today. Thank you for every comment, email and share; and thank you for simply reading. From the bottom of my heart, Happy Thanksgiving. My heart overflows. 

32 Comments

  1. Rachel Keeth
    Rachel Keeth on December 2, 2014 at 9:23 pm

    Happy belated Thanksgiving to you as well, Daisy! Such a sweet post. I’m happy to know that your blog has become such a place for you, it’s wonderful you can share your heart here. I know I’m thankful to have come across Simplicity Relished and become friends with you. <3

  4. Lauren C.
    Lauren C. on November 30, 2014 at 11:33 pm

    It is a gorgeous area for sure–and there’s so much good food to eat and things to do! California is definitely the end goal for me right now. Either SoCal or NorCal. I have family and friends in both. 🙂

  5. Daisy @ Simplicity Relished
    Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on November 30, 2014 at 10:04 pm

    Haha that’s awesome!! Yes I’m from around here– Menlo Park and Palo Alto 🙂 I hope you had a fantastic time Lauren! It’s such a beautiful area, I always love coming back.

  6. Daisy @ Simplicity Relished
    Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on November 30, 2014 at 10:03 pm

    Thank you so much Denise! It’s been wonderful getting to know you 🙂

  7. Lauren C.
    Lauren C. on November 28, 2014 at 10:04 pm

    What?! You were in NorCal for Thanksgiving too? I’ve been spending a few days with my grandparents, and it’s been grand! The weather up here is so great. Warm, but still feels seasonal somehow. After this trip, I’m really hoping to come to NorCal after I graduate from Penn.

    Anyway, I hope you had a really relaxing holiday. Also, I’m glad that you’ve received such blessings through blogging! That’s so amazing. 🙂

  11. Daisy @ Simplicity Relished
    Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on November 28, 2014 at 6:04 pm

    Thank you so much friend! I hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving as well 🙂

  14. Daisy @ Simplicity Relished
    Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on November 28, 2014 at 11:34 am

    Aw, thanks friend!! I’ve really enjoyed getting to know you as well. Thanks for reading and for your kind words!!

  15. Daisy @ Simplicity Relished
    Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on November 28, 2014 at 11:34 am

    Aw thank you Jeannette 🙂 That means so much to me, and I hope you had a lovely Thanksgiving too!!

  18. Daisy @ Simplicity Relished
    Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on November 28, 2014 at 11:09 am

    Thank you so much Shireen!! Thank you so much, so glad to have the privilege of meeting you and getting to know you as well!

  20. Daisy @ Simplicity Relished
    Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on November 28, 2014 at 11:08 am

    Yes same here Ashley! Hope you had a fantastic Thanksgiving as well 🙂

  22. Jessica
    Jessica on November 28, 2014 at 11:04 am

    So well said! You are so good at finding words for these feelings about life and bloggery as you write whatever is on your heart — I’m so thankful I found this blog and you this year! Hope you had a happy thanksgiving!

  23. ashortblonde
    ashortblonde on November 28, 2014 at 10:25 am

    Happy Thanksgiving, Daisy! I hope you had a wonderful day cooking with your family.

  25. Wild Hearts + Green Tea
    Wild Hearts + Green Tea on November 28, 2014 at 6:54 am

    Very sweet of you, Daisy! Has been a pleasure to learn about you and your story. Hope you continue to be the force you are 🙂 Have a great weekend, girl!

  26. Ms. Jeannie and Her Closet
    Ms. Jeannie and Her Closet on November 28, 2014 at 12:14 am

    Your are so welcome beautiful Daisy and the same goes all to you. I am so happy to know you find yourself in a very good place and that you were able to adapt and find yourself back after so many changes in your life (good changes!!!) Hope you had a wonderful time my beautiful friend. Wishing always the best! Blessings to you always, xoxo,Jeannette
    http://www.msjeannieandhercloset.com

  29. Shireen
    Shireen on November 27, 2014 at 9:00 am

    Happy Thanksgiving, to you and family! You’ve been nothing short of amazing and thank you for your support on my blog. Big hugs and have a lovely celebration!

    Reflection of Sanity

  31. Ashley White
    Ashley White on November 27, 2014 at 5:54 am

    So glad to have met you in the land of blogger babes. 🙂 Hope you guys have a great Thanksgiving!

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com