Hello, Michele sent me to say Goodbye.

Dear Friends,

How to sum up in one post what this blog has meant to me? It was a distraction after the death of my dearest friend, it was a meditation during a serious illness; it was a public wink to a private flirtation, and it was personal brevity during moments of stress. It was, in short, exactly what I needed when I needed it  most. 

This blog, of course, is not  me, it never has been. It has always been simply a slice of who I am. The slice that I offered was often quirky, usually fun, rarely disheartened and always protective of my privacy. Is that who I am? Yes and no. Yes, it is  my hope  that I was able to share a virtual aspect of myself that is true to my reality. However, I am much more than what I have ever offered in these many posts, which of course is true for all bloggers. Yet, very few bloggers create and maintain a mystery of self to such the extent that I have during the past  several years. This  mystery was partly by choice but  mostly by necessity. There has been many times that I have felt it unfair for  me to not contribute to the countless conversations that I prompted on these pages. If anyone has ever, even for a brief moment, felt slighted or thought I was being rude by my unwillingness to join in or respond: I apologise. Please know  that it was  never my attempt to be anything but welcoming on my blog.

It has been the me behind this blog  that has taken generously from the many individuals who were kind enough to become regular visitors here. To say that this blog has received lots of visitors over the years is, of course, stating the obvious. What is also obvious, to anyone who spends time reading the comments left here, is that these many visitors have offered wit, wisdom, kindness, insight, and a readiness to simply join in on the silliness that I continued to offer. To each and  every person who opened up a comment box and  left a few or many words on these pages - I thank you. I thank you so very much.

This blog has introduced me to someone who made me swoon, someone who became a deeply cherished friend and someone who stands behind me and allows me to see through a window to a view of wonder that I had no idea even existed. Was that cryptic enough for you? If yes, then please allow me  to be less so by admitting that there are also a small handful of regular visitors that I truly feel connected to; of course, I am not certain that they also feel this connection, but I certainly hope they do. And I hope they will allow me to begin or to continue exchanging notes. There are some people who I now call blog-friends  that I would love to develop or continue a friendship with. Yes, I will be in touch. Please, know that any person who also feels this unspoken connection of friendship is welcome to write to me. Yes, I will now finally have the time to respond.

As you have no doubt gathered by now, and yes, the title was a less than subtle hint, this  is my goodbye post. Why now? Well, because I am now  ready to say goodbye to my blog, without saying  goodbye to blogging. My hope  is  to now  have the time to become a visitor at some of my favourite blogs. It is also my hope  to post a link on this site offering you a new place to go and play the meet n' greet. It is also possible that I might one day wish to open a new blog - not a copy of this  one, but one that offers a different slice of  me.

Someone very special to me suggested,  when we discussed that I was planning on writing my goodbye post, to go out silently and not allow comments. I considered doing this. I decided against it. I care too much about the community of blog-friends that gather here on a regular or somewhat-regular basis. So, the comments are open - yes, you may have the last word. Maybe. It is, of course, possible that I will write back or add you to my list of those to notify if I ever do begin blogging again - please consider yourself  warned.

Thank-you for making Michele the blog everything it was. Thank-you for sharing a bit of yourself with me and for continually allowing me to share a bit of myself with you. Many of  you already know that my real name is not Michele Agnew, but, what many of you do not know is that I will always carry Michele Agnew in my heart because "she" allowed me to get  to know many of you.

With all my heart, thank-you and goodbye.

With Love. xoxo

Comments

[Indigo]

Take care Michele! I would not have found all of the blogs that I adore if it were not for your Meet & Greet.

If anyone is looking for a site similar to Michele's I have a Question of the Day site at www.thatsmyanswer.com

[Gene Maudlin]

Michele, you are (were?) one of a kind. Your meet and greet did a lot for the blogsphere, and one wonders if anyone will pick up the gautlet. You simple ability to get people to visit other people was a real marvel. Congratulations...for being you.

[Nepharia]

Adieu! I have too grieved a heart to take a tedious leave.

[Suzanne]

Blogs hold a very interesting spot in our daily lives. We make blogfriends, some of whom become real friends, and others that just become a regular read. Your blog was one of the first ones I ever found when I started and was always a wonderful resource for new entertainment, though the Meet & Greet and Blog of the Day.
I will miss your blog, and your Michele persona, and if you do begin another blog I hope you will let me know where it is. Come by and visit, and have a wonderful time going forward.

[Cori Crooks]

Michele! Your blog was one of my favorites! I wish you the best!!

[Stephanie Davies]

Michele, it was a privilege knowing you and the people who posted on your blog. I know I wasn't as active in the past year as I had been in the past, but I had a LOT of good times here, and met a lot of awesome people. I hope your happiness in life.

[Surcie]

It was SO generous of you to share your blog with all of us us the way you did. I had a ball! Thanks, Michele.

[david, tree house man]

just looking at all the talent you showcased and promoted makes me proud to be among the players here

[MICHAEL MANNING]

Michele: Wishing you safe journeys on cushioned streets. You were one of the first bloggers introduced to me by the amazing Deni Bonet and I wish you all the Happiness in the Universe! My Blog Door is ALWAYS open to you, dear! lol! :)

[Shephard]

Goodbye Michele Agnew, and hello to who you really are. And thank you so much for the giggles and wit and sheer silly playground of creativity you provided for so long. I had an absolute ball visiting you. :) You always cracked me up... there's just something so delightfully impish that came through in your games and posts. So thank you for all of that. :) And most esp. a heartfelt thank-you for the comment you made regarding my marriage. :)
~Shephard
PS... just got back from Paris for the very first time... photos galore on the blog... :)

[mr. althouse]

Miss you...

[flleenie]

Netchick isn't the same...

I miss the games!!!!

[david - living in the tree house]

What a lot of fun sprouted from here. How many blogs can claim that?

[archshrk.]

So this is what happens when I take a short break. Thanks for being...you.

This site has been a big help in connecting people who normally wouldn't find each other in this mess we call the web and I, for one, am grateful. I'm sure whatever your blogging future holds, we will all be better for it.

Looking forward to seeing you around - eventually.

[nat]

I'm SO behind! Thanks for making the blog world more fun for all of us.

Best to you! Regards, Nat

[Amanda]

I wanted to stop in and say I miss writing "Michele sent me". This blog still brings back good memories for me.

[mr. althouse]

ditto

[Marisa]

Just checking - you never know.

[Smiler]

You could say I'm a bit of a latecomer... What you offered here was a special treat and for me and was a unique experience with blogging, allowing me to "meet" dozens of other bloggers, some of which I'm still regularly in contact with. Thanks for giving us this amazing platform and good luck in all your future endeavours.

[Chrissie]

I haven't blogged in about 9 months, due to not having internet access and today i posted again! I do hope you will someday do the same and keep us all "in the know" when that time comes!
I've enjoyed many hours here and will miss the visit. Thank you!

[Robert]

Oy, so many blogger dropping out, I did for a little while, but the need to write has driven me back. I hope (for all of us) you come back, too. Highest regards!

P.S. Would love to know when/if you start blogging again.

[usedtobeme]

Wishful thinking I suppose...

[Blond Girl]

Here I am, late - and shocked. I remember in 05 & 06 when my blog helped me define myself and I spent so much time here, meeting people - a few of whom I still follow and connect with today. I remember the joy of being your site of the day... Then I moved out of state and in the resultant identity crises, let my blog - and my visits to your blog - become sporadic events. Coming here today to find you gone was like going back to my home state only to find that my favorite cafe had closed down. I'll miss you, but I am grateful for the memories. Thank you for being you.

[rashbre]

Best regards, rashbre (and I sent myself back here this time)

[Nadine Alusik]

Michele, I just found you....and find that you are no more. It is end of September 2009
and you certainly touched my heart and my funny bone...good luck and may some of you wear off on me.

[Kimberly (MommaK)]

How am I just reading this now? You,along with my cousin Meredith, were the reason I began blogging. You were my Fairy Blogmother :)

I'll miss you and would love to keep in touch. xoxo

[Christine]

I all but left blogging a long time ago as well. My site is still there, because on a late night I do like to go back and relive memories of my kids when they were toddlers. Very occasionally I'll post something just for fun. I was going through my blogroll when I caught sight of yours and wondered about you. I just wanted to add my comment here, as I did so many times in the past. Your blog created such a friendly community in the blogging world. Thank you for that! I wish you all the best for whatever life brings you.

[jdragon]

Please come back...

[Mike Althouse]

It's been a year now... feels like a lot longer.

[Julie]

Michele Agnew may not be who you are but she was a special part of the blogging community. I guess what I am trying to say is you are missed. Yes, even after a whole year.

[msralph]

not sure if I commented before now. I really miss you. email me?

[Thebluestbutterfly]

I hope you know that there are Meet N Greets out there inspired by you. I REALLY enjoyed doing this activity....you are/were a bright spot in my week. :-) I HOPE LIFE IS GOING WELL FOR YOU,MICHELLE.

[Alisha]

It's been literally years since I've been here. This blog was one of the first I ever read, introduced me to a medium with which to expel some of the blah blah that was my day-to-day back then. I hope you are even more amazing today than you were in print. Loves to you!

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[Storm Dweller]

And it seems, as with so many of the friends I made, my necessary hiatus has left me with yet another dead end in continuing our blogging conversations. I hope, dear friend that things are well for you, as it has been a few years since I have been able to make my way here. Take care.

Storm Dweller
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[Shephard]

Happy Birthday, Michele :)
I hope it is a day full of smiles and special people, and maybe a new pair of shoes and a piece of cake or two. Good people deserve good things. :)

~Shephard

[jimmy]

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[david]

hello again
happy US thanksgiving
i am stil in touch with many of the friends I have met here. for that and many laughs, i thank you. I hope you are doing well
I am caring for my mother, and being cared for by God, so all is good, here in the snow capped mountains I call home.

[Keith]

Happy Holidays. Hope all is well

[caspar]

big changes

[kebmillard]

Thinking of you today, Michell. Hope all is well.

[kebmillard]

Caspar? Is that you? I hope all is well in your happyland also!

[caspar]

Oooooh M you read these! Get in touch.

[Natalia Muntean]

Michele the blog is one of the best blogs . looking for more quality blogs from you

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[Amanda]

Michele I miss you, caption this, and meet & greet. You still remain in my thoughts and memories. Take care.

[Stef]

Love your blog :)

[Stef]

Sorry about your friend.

[property inventory service]

There are so many people who will miss your writing but we can only hope that one day probably may decide to do start again.

[kebmillard]

Michele, thinking of you as I miss the old days of blogging (and avoid my homework). I hope all is well!