I just want to get this over & done with quickly so here it goes;
Punky & Me is fini.
Thank you so much for reading for however long you have; this blog grew into something I never expected it to grow into & brought some wonderful people into my life who I am proud to call friends; but I’m just not feeling it anymore. The blog love. The love for my blog, or your blog, or anybody's blog… I am rarely on the PC, commenting on blogs on my iPod is a frikkin nightmare & there are just so many things I feel like I’d rather be doing with my time now than blogging or thinking about blogging.
I guess I was selfish. I started this blog when I was in a new place & far away from my friends & family. Nobody I knew thought opshopping could be a fun hobby, or that a tablecloth could legitimately be turned into a skirt. I was alone & reaching out into the internet.
Now I know reams of vintage addicts, crafty vixens & generally clever peeps. I know who will most appreciate seeing my latest oppy treasures, who to ask a sewing question of & who lifts me up when I’m feeling down… & I know all these people will still be available to me post-blog. Because they’re ace & they’re my mates.
So thank you again guys, for indulging me. For encouraging me. For sharing things with me; birthdays, Christmases, getting my licence, having Spency… it’s been a blast.
If you miss me I’m at Instagram, like, all the damn time, & occasionally on The Twitter. Geek Amour will be getting more designs & probably a facebook page at some point… I can’t think about that right now as my head hurts.
If you’re interested in taking on the My Place & Yours meme, shoot me an email.
See you around, promise.
Love Vic.
I could of wrote this post myself but am taking a little time to think at the moment.
ReplyDeleteI find myself writing about so much crap that I really don'tthink it's worth it anymore!
Oh. I'm going to miss you... but I'll see you on the twitter I suppose. Take care dear virtual friend. You will be missed.
ReplyDeleteOh well - I know you'll be around on instagram and twitter, but I shall miss your blog.
ReplyDeleteAhh, Vic... I'm in a similar place and can completely understand where your head's at with this. Good on you for having the guts to rip the band-aid off. I'll see you on the Twitter and instagram, but I shall miss you here! Thanks for your thoughts and your words and pictures. Take care of those gorgeous ones and you! xxoo
ReplyDeleteLauren, I'm an avid reader of your blog and love what you do, don't you dare go anywhere :)
DeleteWe'll miss you - but I get it and it's not selfish at all. You do what works for you at the time. Blogging suited you then, it doesn't now. Maybe another day, another year it will again. xx
ReplyDeleteoh VIc.
ReplyDeleteWHile I totally understand ( and have almost come to the same point many time) , I'm very very sad to loose one of my favourite blogs. Luckily I know I will see you around and loosing P&M doesn't mean losing you ( i hope!)
I think you are all sorts of brave though.
big love xoxo
Well, now I'll have to get an iThing! ;)
ReplyDeleteI hope whatever you do brings you great happiness. xx
Sorry to see you go. I will miss you and your gorgeous kids but obviously it is time for you to move on. Take Care. xxx
ReplyDeleteJob done! See you round Twitland and Gram-ington.
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i know what you mean, exactly!!
ReplyDeleteI'm kinda sad, you were one of the first blogs that really grew on me and now, you are Vic, someone I hope I can call my friend.
see you on the other distractions..and hoping to have that cuppa with you sometime soon, may not be a chai though..I have been chai sober for a few weeks now.
big hugs to you groovy chick!! ♥
Goodbye to one of my most favorite blogs, you have been entertaining, inspiring and put a smile on face when others haven't. I wish you well in all your future pursuits and have no doubt The op shop gods will continue to shine down on you. Love & peace.
ReplyDeleteHa!!! Everyone says THE twitter now!!!
ReplyDeleteI guess I'd better get an iThing too... (I could say other stuff but can't get the words out right - will miss this place!)
ReplyDeleteEeeeek! Good luck in your instagraming adventures and on The Twitter. I will have to check if I follow you on there. You'll have to come back at least once more to let us know who is taking over MPAY :)
ReplyDeleteVic, I've enjoyed your sense of humour and take on life as you have shared on the blog (and I am extremely jealous of your op shopping karma). But life changes and what we need changes. So go you and however you decide to spend your creative time. And perhaps the stars will align and we will meet in person some day:)Cyndy
ReplyDeleteVic. I get it. But I am sorry to see you go. But I hope to see you around the Twitter and Instagram! I'll be looking out for that FB page.
ReplyDeleteIt's like you have been in my head and written everything that has been on my heart...I'm not quite there yet but oh so close.
ReplyDeleteAll the best to you Vic...gonna hunt you out on IG :)
x
Oh I have a love/hate relationship with my blog so I get it too. Even tho I've only been reading a few months,I have enjoyed your witty posts and thrifty goodness Vic. Best of luck with Geek Amour.
ReplyDeleteVic I will miss you my friend. I understand why, I've felt the same a little lately too. Thank you for sharing you life with us, letting us grow with you and experience some wonderful events in your life. Take care sweet. xx
ReplyDeleteI totally get it Vic, I quite often feel the same way and I haven't been blogging as long as you...I don't do the twit or I.G. thing so I just want to thank you here for the effort you put into heading me in the right direction to find a DW doll for my daughter.Appreciated in a big way by both of us. Take care.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your new direction. I love your oppy finds and your sense of humour. I'll see you around on IG and Twitter, if I ever log in. Cat.
ReplyDeleteGood on you for making the decision - it's been fun! See you on THE GRAM (do you think that'll take off?)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you didn't do this before I came across you. There have only been a handful of Bloggers that have made a difference to why & how I Blog and Vic you're one of them. Thankyou for the encouraging comments and inspiring posts - I'll miss your wit & charm and the odd mention of your favourite dress pattern. All the best with your endeavors and those gorgeous children. x
ReplyDeleteWhat? I leave for a couple of days to get a root canal and this happens? Nuts!
ReplyDeleteWell, of course I support you in what you need to do for yourself. I will say that I will miss your blog a lot! Be prepared to receive more random emails from me though, I can't bear to lose touch! Thank you for all the wonderful posts and all the smiles and for the wonderful friendship!
Hugs
Lola
xo
It's sad for all of us who read your blog, but good for you! Definitely "see" you around the web and at home in Aus when I'm there ~ you're a gem, Vic. Truly. Nic x
ReplyDelete:( I have no words, I'll miss you chickie.
ReplyDeleteI've only recently discovered your blog and will miss it, but totally get where you are coming from. Cx
ReplyDeleteGood Luck! I love reading your blog and checking every Saturday Morning first thing for MPAY so I could play along. I'll miss your posts about all the fabulous op shop finds and be jealous of your finds : )
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad I found your blog when I did.
Good Luck and I will make sure I follow you on Instagram or Twitter
Lisa
Oh no.It's sad.
ReplyDeleteI don't twitter or instagram , but shall have to pop into geek armour shop to see what you have been creating.
Oh Vic. I get ya, but I will really miss your sunny corner of the web. I hope you'll still be brown owling, cos I like you a lot!
ReplyDeleteSad to see you go, but I'm sure we'll see you "around". Take care!
ReplyDeleteSad to see your blog go, but on the flip side..completely understand too. All the best with Geek Amour and take care x
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad that I've had this chance to get to know you, and I'll keep stalking you in other ways.
ReplyDeleteoh i'll definitely miss the wordy ranty posts. the only thing 'the twitter' doesn't have ha ha!
ReplyDeletein the end though you've just gotta do what's right for you :D
xo
I only got to know your blog, but if you aren't feeling it anymore then you should spend time doing things you want to do :)
ReplyDeleteThough I will be sad to see you go, lovey, I understand the sentiment (my blog is collecting dust as we speak) and I always applaud anyone who is leading a real, live life.
ReplyDeleteHave fun. Wont see you on Twitter but maybe around the traps :)
Oh Vic that's huge news! You do what you gotta do, well done for making the decision. Your quirky blog posts will be missed. I feel the need to apologise for not always commenting even though I'd read often, it is nice to know whose out there checking in, so 'sorry!'. Enjoy your life post blog, & those gorgeous babies of yours! x
ReplyDeleteAww. That's sad. But good too. Good that you could make the break. I think in the next couple of years many will follow you as the place for blogs is for most just a phase that helps one get to a new place. Real life is so much better. Real friends can really hug too. Wishing you all the best and not believing that you are selfish. Cherrie
ReplyDeleteGeez Vic - you're going to mainly be on the ONE THING i DON'T HAVE! (instagram) Am soooo going to miss your blog, you know that. But will be able to stay in touch on the twit. I think you are making the right decision for you. Especially with starting up a new venture, everything has changed - in a good way. So huge hugs to you. And might see you soon!XXXJ
ReplyDeleteGood for you! I'd like to do the same, but I'm somehow sort of attached, I think each day brings me closer to cut off point.
ReplyDeleteWow! Well there you go Vic! Another one bites the dust. But you know....you really do have to do what you need to do, and I'm fast discovering that myself. I feel your words a lot, but I've decided I'll find a way around it and stay online.
ReplyDeleteit seems lately that whenever I join a challenge or a meme, the next thing I know it's closing down!! Maybe it's me chasing you all away!!! lol. Just kidding. :))))))
I wish you all the very best with what ever comes your way and good for you for putting you and yours first. x
Bye bye, I've loved reading your blog but know what you mean about blogging suiting you for a certain time of your life and then moving on, hugs to you and your little munchkins :-)
ReplyDeleteOh Vic I'm sad to hear your leaving the blog world but I do know how you feel. I've been neglecting the blog world lately because just isn't in it at the moment. I wish you all the best in the future!
ReplyDeleteThanks, for all your kind comments on my blog over the last few months. Good luck with all your ventures. Claire
ReplyDeleteSounds like you have made the perfect decision for you - although I will miss your blog posts.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes
x
How did I miss this post??! Well if Cams almost transplant hadn't made me join the twitter, this would have! Will be sorry to see you gone from blogland, but you can't hold onto something because of everyone else. Hopefully we will meet very soon in real life though! xx
ReplyDeleteSad to see you go but you have to do what's best for you :-)
ReplyDeleteBest Wishes for your next step and the continued expansion of Geek Amour. You will be missed.
Oh Vic. I'm sad :(, but if you don't feel it anymore, then your decision is right.
ReplyDeleteI just want to say THANK YOU for all the blog love you spread. Your blog was the first I ever started following, so it (and you, and your little ones) became very special to me. You gave me a lot of inspiration, many good laughs, and just kind of a familiar feeling reading your posts. Feel hugged.
I hope we'll stay in touch via facebook.
I will miss you! ♥♥♥
No sorry I can't allow this :) Best of luck Vic in whatever you do in life and I will miss you!
ReplyDeleteI'm gutted, but I get exactly where you're at Vic. Blogging isn't like it used to be for me either! This morning, for the first time for months, as I put my feet on the floor, my first thought was, go see what the MPAY theme was this week. Bugger!!!I adore your wit, your generosity and honesty you've shared, Thank YOU Vic. Take it easy, keep on being the gorgeous you. I so hope this change of heart passes and blogging lures you back. BIGLOVE & Hugs ♥♥♥♥
ReplyDeleteAll GOOD things must come to the end!!! Rock On!!!
ReplyDeleteOh I'm going to miss your lovely little blog. I have so much enjoyed reading it. But I can understand how you feel, if it becomes a chore then it may be the right time to move on.
ReplyDeleteI'm going to miss your weekly 'My Place and Yours' too, I have loved participating in it, and hope it can be continued.
x
oh ... i'd just found you too ... cheers
ReplyDeleteThank YOU Vic
ReplyDeleteMwah!
Oh, I am so sad... for me. I'll miss your blog and your photos, but of course you have to do whatever feels right for you! Wishing you all the best and good luck for whatever lies ahead!
ReplyDeleteFine
Am I too late to say goodbye? Xx all the best vic
ReplyDeleteYou're a good egg, love. And nothin' like having a Kenny Rogers moment and knowing "when to fold 'em". MWAH!
ReplyDeleteI'm saying farewell here. Twit, face all that other stuff....not for me. Good luck with your new adventures. Leonie xx
ReplyDeleteI'll miss your blog, Vic. You're a great writer, so I hope keeping that up is part of your plans somehow. You know your blog will kinda always be here if you ever want to come back. Not fini, just so long for now, I hope. x
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