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Maggie Whitley

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{on missing friends, but feeling so thankful.}

September 30, 2011 · 10 Comments
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{above photos: Blog Sugar dinner party, waiting at the airport, facing my fear.}

A week ago today I was on an airplane — some 30,000+ feet up in the air — traveling to California for Blog Sugar. I was facing fears, getting ready to hug friends I’ve never hugged in person before, to do some shopping that I didn’t know I’d be doing {thanks Linds & Jeannett}, to speak at a conference when really I’ve never ever spoken at a conference before… So many firsts and so many blessings, and so many gifts and so much Praise.

You know my uncle called me last weekend? He’s a pilot and he wanted to answer any questions I had on my fear. So much Praise. :]

Blog Sugar was so so so amazing and uplifting. And in the few days since my California trip, in between making my to-do list day after day this week, I’m really thinking about the friendships made from my blog & shop, and I’m so thankful for them ♥

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  1. Tina says

    September 30, 2011 at 11:40 am

    Know what I know about you? You are stronger than you know, wiser than you believe, more powerful than you give yourself credit for and a World Rocker of epidemic proportions. Take a breath into all that you are!!!! :)

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    • Skye @ Neathering Our Fest says

      September 30, 2011 at 12:45 pm

      Beautiful words!! Love this!

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  2. mel @ the larson lingo says

    September 30, 2011 at 11:54 am

    LOVED meeting you at Blog Sugar! You are just so sweet! I have an insta picture of my vintage gussy on my blog today :)

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  3. Alli @ Life on LeRoy says

    September 30, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    So glad you made it back to the midwest all safe and sound! Can’t wait to meet you on Sunday! I’m kind of nervous, because you’re kind of a big deal ;-) Eeepp!!

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  4. Southern Gal says

    September 30, 2011 at 1:11 pm

    I’m so glad you got to go. Maybe one day I’ll take the plunge and meet some blog friends in person! Ruthanne’s pictures are amazing as always.

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  5. Andi Teggart says

    September 30, 2011 at 1:31 pm

    Love this post! I hope you had an amazing time at Blog Sugar – way to face your fear with ease and excitement :-) Enjoy your weekend lovely!

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  6. Le Petite Hoot says

    September 30, 2011 at 3:39 pm

    Isn’t the world we live in just so great? Yes, there are some horrors and extremely saddening things. But we also live in such an exciting time, too. When technology is so great and allows us to reach out and get to know others across the country and even across the world. To lift each other up, share in each others’ pitfalls, and just enjoy one another’s company…no matter where you’re located! Such a fun time to be alive! Glad you’re able to take part in all that the world has to offer. :)

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  7. Heather says

    September 30, 2011 at 3:47 pm

    Girl, thank you for being you. I read your fear of flying post and that’s me. In a nutshell…totally. I feel at times I’ve let it hold me back which is the very thing I’m so against. Thank you for your honesty and transparency.

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  8. Kassie says

    September 30, 2011 at 4:43 pm

    Ah, missing friends… I understand the feeling. I miss my college friends dearly, but its so good when you get to see them and huge them. Huge blessings!

    So neat that your uncle called to answer your questions! My husband has his pilots license and is working on getting a job as a pilot, so we talk lots and lots about planes. Its so good to have people to talk through your fears with!

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  9. Amanda says

    October 1, 2011 at 9:56 am

    I’m here from Tatertots & Jello! I’m a new follower. Love your shoes in that picture-HOW CUTE!

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ABOUT MAGGIE WHITLEY DESIGNS:
Maggie Whitley weaves her writings around joy in motherhood, homemaking, faith, and simple living. She homeschools her children, enjoys a quiet room while reading, and roars with laughter over the challenges & delights of motherhood. Maggie and her husband, along with their four young children, live in northern Michigan. She has been writing online since 2008.
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