Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Aprons... and Fair Warning

Spring Apron Toolbelts are going up throughout the week and weekend in the Shop. These tend to go quickly, so don't miss out!

And... wow. Brace yourself for this. My Messy, Thrilling Life, this blog I've dutifully posted to and worked on for almost four years, will be shutting down on Tuesday, April 7. I'm telling you now, way in advance, so you can copy down favorite recipes, quotes, or other tidbits you may have found pleasurable and want to keep. I'm also telling you now so you can post a comment to this post with your name and email address to get on the upcoming Freeman House Newsletter, which will begin going out via email in May. Consider it a concise version of the blog... still with photos and recipes and news... but minus the ramblings and things of a personal nature that we're used to finding here.

Why? Why will this blog be gone on April 7th? Well, it's simple, really. I'm ready to move on. April 8th I turn thirty. 30. I'm ready to kick off a new decade afresh. I'm ready to funnel my creativity into new projects. I'm ready to reroute the time I devote to this to other ventures. Yeah, I guess I'm simply ready to leave this behind.

So. There you have it. I'm leaving the comments open on this post until the end, so feel free to rail or complain or give me your reasons why I shouldn't quit the blogging forum. Only be sure to leave your information so I can keep you advised on what's going on with the house, garden, kitchen and other various upcoming events and happenings at Freeman House.

It's been a wild ride, hasn't it? Thank you for joining me. It's been such a pleasure to take you along on my messy, thrilling life.... -Brin

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Unknown said...

Hiya Brin my friend! I will sorely miss your blog but understand about new chapters. I'm knocking at 40's door and believe me, your 30s are the BEST, you are going to love love love them! It just keeps getting better, I promise you that .. give a kiss to Millie from me and plz add me to your newsletter: strike a match 3 at yahoo dot com

bostonatheart said...

please add me to your newsletter. (I having problems today with posting so I apologize if this goes through 2x!)
bostonatheart@cox.net

tawn said...

I have enjoyed reading your blog so much. You are truly an extraordinary young woman. I would love to received your newsletter, so I can watch God continue to work in and through you.

tvdeavers@comcast.net

tawn said...

I have enjoyed reading your blog so much. You are truly an extraordinary young woman. I would love to received your newsletter, so I can watch God continue to work in and through you.

tvdeavers@comcast.net

tawn said...

I have enjoyed reading your blog so much. You are truly an extraordinary young woman. I would love to received your newsletter, so I can watch God continue to work in and through you.

tvdeavers@comcast.net

MEME said...

please addme to your newsletter!! I love your blog!! scot7@valornet.com

Amy said...

You have my email, right? You know we want to keep in touch with you...

Anonymous said...

I also visit your blog at least 4 times a week sometimes more I will miss it. please add me to your emai list.
Thank you,
iris
irisd@neb.rr.com

debbie bailey said...

It's all been said before. Please add me to your list for the newsletter. Debbie at southernexposuresinfo@yahoo.com.

Heidi said...

Wow Brin, I don't know what to say. I haven't commented as you have more than enough to go around but know that you are an inspiration, and I hope that you get all the good blessings in life. You've helped me so much in the last two years. When i'm down, which is quite a lot, you help to strengthen me, by your faith, your coolness, your love, your kindness. What an inspiration! I've had my own struggles with economy this year. Struggles with separation from loved ones, heartbreak in relationships. I've emmersed myself in my saviour and fell in love with him these last two weeks. You've contributed to that with your faithfullness. There are people listening, and you will receive rewards in heaven, I know that. I hope that you recieve the rewards in life also, and applaude you for always trekking a new road for your destiny. Maybe you will reconsider and send a few lines our way sometime. At any rate, i will always have a cold glass of ice tea waiting for you. Heidi Sanders

adrianapumpkin said...

I'm so sad that you'll close your blog.
I've been reading it for more than a year and I must say that I find so much confort in your posts, quotes and your beautiful pictures.
You're such a creative soul, I'm sure you'll find this new chapter of your life full of joy and great adventures.
I'd love you to add me to your newsletter.
adrianapumpkin@yahoo.com
Your loyal blog follower from Mexico.
Adriana.

Cecelia said...

Understandable but still sad. Sign me up for the newsletter please: celiahug at gmail dot com. Thanks!

Mary @ Neat and Tidy said...

Please add me to the newsletter list: lloomis1@neo.rr.com.

God will bless you and your future.

Jess said...

Please, please count me in on your newsletter...I'M SO BUMMED about the blog, but am so happy you're doing a newsletter....
jesslittlejohn@hotmail.com

susie q said...

I will really miss reading your blog. I read your blog daily. I would love to be on your mailing list. swansens@verizon.net
Best wishes!

Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality said...

Hi, Brin, sorry to hear you're gonna quit the blog thing, but I'm sure you have thought it all out. Blogging does take a lot of time & most of us who keep them up understand that. I wish you the best & would love to get on your newsletter list. Blessings to you & Happy Birthday too. You've really just begun at 30, let me tell you. ;)

Kelly said...

I just discovered your blog recently, and have spent weeks working through and enjoying all the old posts. Please sign me up for the newsletter too! :-)

Unknown said...

I enjoy your blog! I'm going to miss you.
Junebugmom11@yahoo.com

~Mad said...

I'm thinking about and prayaing for you today - Saturday it's your sale, isn't it?


Brin, look at the reaction here....I think you might have it in you to write a book about a this year or more in your messy, thrilling life - and with God.

Take care,
~Mad(elyn) in Alabama
www.xanga.com/madewyn

esther65 said...

I,m so sorry to hear this!!!!!
I so enjoyed reading daily your blog..
please sign me in for your newsletter!!!

DonnaK said...

I have so enjoyed your blog...good luck with your new adventures.

I would love to receive your newsletter.

May God bless...

Kelly said...

Please sign me up! I just found your blog and have been reading and enjoying all the past posts...good stuff!

Unknown said...

Please include me on the newsletter.

Kristin Henderson
kristinliz at gmail dot com

May the Lord bless you and continue to grow you up in Him. I am six months into thirty, and it is pretty great!

nic said...

I would like to receive the newsletter

fraya1@gmail.com

Cheryl L said...

Oops, I don't think I left my email address on my earlier post.

clorence_97@hotmail.com

Jeannie said...

I just found your blog and love it. Can't wait to get the newsletter. I will be 50 soon and you have inspired me to really seek out God's plan for this new decade. Follow your dreams and the seeds planted in your heart. Happy Birthday. Thank you for the newsletter to come. A Texas country girl too!
jsschlitt@sbcglobal.net

Trish said...

God speed on your new journey! I'd love to receive the newsletter.

Trish said...

forgot my e-mail address

trishj0428@gmail.com

Beverly said...

I want to be added to the newsletter.
beverly_dxn@yahoo.com

Heidi said...

Someone once told me that when you are tested the most in life, when you are going through struggle, that is when God is strengthening you. I've recently went through the hardest time of my life and it's when I finally realized that I can't make my life better, God has to that I emerged out of the fog and into God's reality for my life. I can't change my will just as I can't change anyone else's will, as much as I've tried. Only one could save me from death and give me eternal life and I gave my life up to him that bore the cross for me, the only one who could ever change my life to what it should be, God's will,not my own. He is with you, always.

heidi_sanders68@yahoo.com

Kay said...

I'll miss your personal ramblings Brin, but I understand how a girl has to move onward and upward.

Please sign me up for the Freeman House newsletter.

gf83711@blueskyne.com

Blessings,
Kay in Neb

Unknown said...

please add me to your list for newsletters, I enjoyed your blog.

Seawashed said...

Well Brin I haven't been by to visit you in a while. How funny to come by just after posting on my own blog that I will be staying around. See, January 1st, the beginning of a New Year, I decided I was going to go private with my blog and return to a smaller, simplier existance(in blogland that is), but after receiving multitudes of emails with such kind words that I took dearly into my heart and pondered for two months I decided to leave my doors open and remain here for everyone.

I would like to say as an almost daily visitor here to "Freeman House" (that is how I had you named in my 'cottage companions' on my blog) I will miss you terribly if you shut down. You are an incredible encourager and lifter of the spirit, you are so relateable and like a dear friend. I know your life is twirling right now, but we are all here wanting to twirl with you. I do hope you will reconcider and stay. Maybe only post once a week or even a once a month and we would still be more than happy rather than never being able to see you again. Thank you so much for your transparency and for sharing your deep heart with us. I will be sad not to be able to stop by and say something nice to you. You are such a diamond, a jewel in His hand. I love you sweetie.

Here is my email: ksseacottage@gmail.com

and my blog is" seacottage@blogspot.com

Seawashed said...

One more thing Brin...

I don't know if you realize it, but YOU are like FAMOUS, you know...like a MOVIE STAR here in blogland. You really are. Everyone in blogland knows who you are. And you will be missed like that.

Kind of like we are all missing Heath Ledger...we will miss you terribly!

Denise said...

denisef@virginia.edu -- please!!

Megan said...

I hate to see your blog go but understand your need for a fresh start.

please sign me up for your newsletter

meg @ onourwayonline dot com

LynnGail said...

please add me as i will miss the updated blog
shopsofmine@gmail.com

Kathy said...

Add me to the newsletter, please! I found your blog recently, and have visited and enjoyed it daily since then.
I'll miss it! Best to you!
My email is kykathy@aol.com

Cathy said...

I discovered your blog only about two months ago when I was first laid off as well. I have loved your blog and am of the same mind as you regarding life, love, work and God. I am just a bit older and I want you to know 40 is so much better than 30! I am now 47 and no matter what life throws my way I am so much better prepared for it! I live on 5 acres in a 1920 Farm house, with my wonderful husband, that is 10 years younger than me. He is the man of my dreams! After two that were not picked by God for me. This one was! Although I don't attend a building (church) I am spiritual and see God's hand in my life daily. You will survive and life will turn-I see strength in you and a willingness to not give up no matter how adverse! Please send me the newsletter I will want to hear how you are.

Cathy said...

Oh yes, you will need my email! It is: Cathybolgerfl@yahoo.com. Big Hug!

wanderingbtrfly said...

I forgot to leave my email:

btrfly(at)hotmail(dot)com

We'll all miss you (but I think that's a bit obvious by now!) Thanks for all you shared, Brin!

Sarah

Angela {fussycut} said...

I started reading your blog a couple months ago, I wish I would've found it sooner. It has been a joy to read. I too would enjoy reading your newsletter. my address is angmarie139@yahoo.com

Diane said...

I will miss reading your blog a lot. Please add me to the newsletter list.
Praying that God will shower you with His love, grace and mercy.

Diane

Christy said...

Please add me to your list. I will miss your blog!

beautiful dreamer said...

Best wishes in your upcoming ventures.....

Amy said...

I will miss you.

God sees his little sparrow.

Please add me to your list.
amylockwood@cogeco.ca

Anonymous said...

I've never commented but I've read your blog for well over a year. (Not sure why I kept putting off commenting...) I've loved getting to see all of the fun, creative things you've made. Your pictures of food always makes me hungry and your photography skills don't hurt anything! :) I LOVE all of the pictures of your house. It looks like so much fun. (And lots of work too!) I can't wait to see it when it's "ready for business".

I'll miss your blog. (Can't wait to get your first newsletter though!!)

I think you're cool. ;) Thanks for the fun blog! :)

Morgan
morgan [at] morgan denise dot com

Unknown said...

Bless you, Brin. Your blog has been so enjoyable, I look forward to the newsletter, because I know God has great things ahead for you, and I can't wait to read about them!

Lynn

Tracee said...

I have found such a sense of renewal in areas of my life because of your blog. I'd love to follow you along even if it's monthly. God bless.

tara said...

I must say, I read you post the day you wrote it but I guess put off commenting because i wanted to believe it wasn't true. I even cried when I found out! I guess I was having an emotional day or something (lol) but i feel like I know you...like I'm losing a good good friend. Of course...like everyone has said...I understand your reasons for shutting down the blog and you do need to focus on new things and what God has for you since that is what he is putting on your heart. I have so looked forward to reading your blog everyday - even if I didn't comment all the time. It made me feel as if my thoughts and feelings are normal and that there was someone else my age that was always aspiring to be more and more and live an abundant life. That being said, I will very much look foward to your newsletter. Please add me to your list. Do you mind if I email you my email address? I don't love the idea of posting it here in public.:) Anyway, I better to get to jotting down some of my fav recipes on here that I've tried. I guess I always thought I could jump online and find them here. I will have to resolve that I can't visit here anymore...but will keep praying for you and wishing you the best...looking forward to updates via newsletter! Thanks so much for being so open and vulnerable and honest and transparent in sharing bits of your life with us on here. It has definitely made me think about how I can do more and be more as a child of Him. hugs!

Katherine said...

I will be sad to see you close your blog, but I understand new beginnings. Would love to receive your newsletter and, maybe, someday, actually visit Freeman House. Best wishes, Happy Birthday and a toast to new beginnings !!

khatch.1959@yahoo.com

Diary From Africa said...

Brin, your delightful blog will be sorely missed. But I understand that it is time for you to move on. Thank you, for everything you've given to your readers over the years. Your blog has touched - and enriched - more lives that you'll probably ever know. You are a great inspiration, & I wish you only good things (everything you deserve !) in the future, & someone special - your soulmate - to share it with.

Yes, please do sign me up for the newsletter all the way here in remotest 3rd world Africa (you see, you reach every corner of the globe !)

Lynda
nfl@iwayafrica.com

Wamest greetings to you from the foothills of Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Lynda

Dawn said...

Brin,

I have been waiting to post my email address until I had the right words to say to you (but I am running out of time and I don't want to miss out on your newsletters)!

I found your blog a few months ago and feel blessed to have found you. I appreciate everything you have shared with us. You've given me a perspective I had lost over the years and you've made me step back and appreciate the simple things in my life. I now try to make more time for life's simple pleasures.

I wish you all the best. And may your 30's bring you much joy and happiness.

Warm regards,
Dawn
dawnkrause@gmail.com

Katie said...

Please sign me up for the newsletter.

Betsy said...

I will miss you Brin! Please keep me on your mailing list!!

Betsy Maddox
betsy_maddox@yahoo.com

Best wishes to you! :)

Shelly said...

Brin,

I wish you the best in your new adventures. You have been a blessing to me. I have enjoyed the recipes, devotionals and the "tagging along on your adventures".

Please send me your newsletter! I look forward to the new decade. Happy Birthday Brin!

Take care,
Shelly Frederick at aol dot com

Faith said...

I've enjoyed reading and will miss your blog! I will be turning 30 on April 4 and can understand the need for a change. Please add me to the e-mail list. jfmint@yahoo.com.

Christian - Modobject@Home said...

Wishing you the very, very best. "No good thing does He withhold..."

Add me to the newsletter list:
modobject[at]gmail.com

Bev said...

I have loved your blog! and have reaally enjoyed living a peaceful life vicariously through your blog, you are a gifted writer...keep it up...maybe even publish THIS blog...four years is a pretty good groundswell... You are indeed a treasured friend...Please keep me on your newsletter list.

Blessings to you! Thank you for sharing your heart with us!

patientmom@comcast.net

Sherry Jane said...

Blessings to you, Brin. You've certainly been a blessing to me.

Unknown said...

Please add me to the newsletter. I have enjoyed your blog and wish you the best in your future endeavors. Susie
susieqoriginals@gmail.com

IslandGirl said...

I just found you and now your leaving???
Sad, that makes me sad.
Pls add me to the list.
mollymacnevin@@gmail.com
(theres only one @ I just don't want random spam)

scj said...

Oh, you will be so missed Brin! I have come here often to see how you are doing and to be inspired by all your creativity and infectious enthusiasm. But like others I understand that things don't stay the same forever and change can be good, renewing and revitalising. Please do sign me up for your newsletter as I would love to keep in touch with all your news.
My househelpers remind me of you every time I see them. May God bless you abundantly in this new decade. love Sheila

Vickie said...

Brin - I visit quite often and am saddened to see that you're closing. I wish you the best that life has to offer and sincerely hope that you get to keep Freeman House. If not, then God has a better plan for your life - one of which definitely is to influence other people. Thanks for sharing your life with us. Please add me to your email list. I'll look forward to hearing from you -
fearsome52000 at yahoo dot com

Donnie said...

I'll keep it short-please send me your newsletter when you start it. Thanks Martha W. ki4ggs(at)yahoo (dot)com

Ruby Louise said...

Aw poo. I'm sorry to see you go, but I understand the need for change and moving on too. Please add me to your newsletter list. msmorenna at gmail dot com

Best wishes!
RL

Jenn said...

I would also love to receive your newsletter! However, I am not comfortable posting my email here. Could you get it from blogger somehow?

FoundProdigalDaughter said...

sad to hear that you'll be shutting down your blog but happy for the opportunity to receive your newsletter. I've only found your blog a short time ago but it is by far my favorite one to visit. I haven't yet had time to go back and read it all but will try to before it shut down as I have found so much of it inspiring. I feel God speaking to me so much through your words. I wish you the best on whatever projects you take on in the future and may each day bring you joy amid the trials. Keep faith that He'll keep providing...it might not always be comfortable but it will be good (in the end). ***BIG HUGS*** Take care and God bless!

FoundProdigalDaughter said...

forgot to leave my email address...

nbarteaux @ gmail.com (obviously no spaces)

Te Ata said...

Oh I am sorry that you'll soon discontinue your blog, but I understand the urge to start new projects and move on- especially as I am close approaching that age. Please do send me a newsletter and may God continue to bless you in your new adventures.

Tia

Judy said...

I've enjoyed my regular vsits here...and will miss seeing the world through your eyes! May your life continue to be a blessing in whatever the future has in store.

judithsfrontporch@gmail.com

RavenM said...

I would love to get your newsletter nate_and_sarah@hotmail.com

Gracie G. said...

I'll go ahead and just leave my email address, because I don't want to miss out on your newsletter.

gracie_goswick_88(at)yahoo(dot)com

Unknown said...

I would love to get your newsletter!

-Tami

Unknown said...

oops.... Here's my email

screendaze@aol.com


-Tami

Tamara said...

I wish I had taken time to post before...I have silently read all of your blog..and felt so moved and inspired by you numerous times...and yet ..I never told you...I'm really sorry for that...

This blog has been a bright spot of hope and encouragement in a very chaotic, often dark life..

You have been God's servant...faithful to write this..faithful to be humble..faithful to be real..faithful to be open...and I know He will greatly reward you for every single heart and life you've touched...and inspired to change..to keep on keeping on...

I really wish you wouldn't end the blog...it so saddens me to think about it not being there ...but at the same time..I do wish you the best of joy and peace in new pursuits..and thank you once again...that for a time..you shared pieces of your heart and life with us..and helped us not feel so isolated in our own walk through this earth..

God bless you !

PLEASE ADD ME TO THE NEWSLETTER LIST!!

Tamara in Missouri

Tamara said...

oops ! I, too, forgot to add my email addy in the comment I posted~

Fashqn@aol.com

Tamara said...

oops ! I, too, forgot to add my email addy in the comment I posted~

Fashqn@aol.com

Cynthia said...

Love your blog. It is very honest and real, yet beautiful at the same time.
Please put me on your newsletter list. Thanks!
Cindy
fireflycyn@gmail.com

Lindy said...

I enjoy your blog very much. You write beautifully, and with an interesting and engaging selection of topics. I wish you would reconsider shutting down your blog! In any case, please add me to the newsletter list. Thanks!
lutheravian@yahoo.com

Jessica said...

I only just found your blog and can't believe you're giving it up! NO!!

Please sign me up for your newsletter.

Blessings for the future!

Shann said...

Hi Brin, I enjoy hearing from you when you write to us. Please sign me up for your newsletter so I can continue to read your thoughts. And, I never told you that the kitty felt fish I bought from you....my kitty LOVES them. :)
Thanks and good luck with your new bakery. God is good, isn't He! Wish I could sit and have a cuppycake with you.
Shann

Erin Southwell said...

Oops, I forgot to leave my email address on my first comment, and I will die a thousand deaths of sadness if I don't get that newsletter!

proverbs2434@gmail.com

Thanks, Brinn! Will miss you terribly.

Jeremy said...

I'd love to be added too! I'm sad you are leaving but it's always a thought for me too after so many years. Good luck!

anastasia2u@hotmail.com

Ann said...

I have been a lurker for a couple of years, but I have to come out now to say "Please send me your newsletter!"
I live in East Texas and love reading about your adventures in places that are so familar (as well as those which are not). You are the age of my daughters, and I worry about you. I just know everything is going to work out wonderfully well for you, and I want to hear how it does!
Love and warm wishes,
Ann
annwhite@cumbytel.com

Shari from Big Yellow Farmhouse said...

I've just recently discovered you, so I am reading just as fast as I can! Thank you for sharing so much love, encouragement and wisdom thru your blog. May God richly bless you as you begin this new season of life!

Please add me to your newsletter list:
onthisveryspot@gmail.com

Julie said...

Hi, Brin!

I have so much to say, but am (strangely) going to just shut up.
I wish that you wouldn't close your blog.
Please add me to your newsletter list.
Many Blessings,
Julie

The last time we corresponded, I had a different e-mail address - this is our new one:

juliebelle@wildblue.net

MEME said...

please add me to your newsletter my updated email is: scot7@windstream.net thank you in advance.

Lisa S. said...

Brin, please add me to your newsletter list.
I am going to miss your posts, recipes and goings on at Freeman House. I wish you much joy in your new bakery.
Lisa Sanders
my e-mail address is lisa_sanders59@yahoo.com

3xthejoy said...

please send me a newsletter too!
lisa-r-1@hotmail.com

beautiful dreamer said...

Best of luck to you!

beautifuldreamfarm@yahoo.com

Emma and Maggie said...

Brin,
I have been reading your blog for about a year now but never comment, I am definitely a lurker. I so enjoy what you have to say-and am continually blessed by your thoughts and stories! I lift you up in prayer regularly and look forward to continuing to learn about your adventures through
your newsletter. Thanks for keeping us updated! All the best!
Blessings, Beth
bethmorley@charter.net

Anonymous said...

I feel robbed! This si one of my fav blogs!!! Don't do it LOL.

Unknown said...

thanks for all that you've shared. i look forward to the newsletters. take care and god bless in all your new adventures.

sarahrogersatrogersdotcom

Drewann said...

I throughly enjoy your blog. I must say I am sad to see it go. I wish you all the best. God is truly amazing. Thanks for giving us an opportunity to keep in touch.

Drewann said...

so I totally forgot to include my email address:

drewann.pearce@gmail.com

Jana said...

plz add me to the newsletter!
jpasche@sbcglobal.net

Robin said...

I will miss your "personal" blog, but I would very much like to receive your newsletter. robin.mureiko@gmail.com

bee'nme said...

I certainly want to keep up with your comings and goings now that I've found you at this late date, so please do include me in your newsletter email list:

bschultea@yahoo.com

Thank you so very much!

God's best to you!
Becky S.

Leslie said...

Thanks for a very enjoyable blog. You have a beautiful way with words, and I've loved reading your posts as I embark on a new chapter in my life -- new career, new state, new love. Heck, let's call it a new book! By the way, I will soon be renovating my own dream home, a beauty built in 1910. I would love to receive your newsletters. Best of luck to you in the future, and warm wishes for a very happy decade!

Natasha said...

I am so sad. I am so happy for your new chapter. Your tales, so real, so vibrant, so colorful make me feel not so alone. hopefull. inspired. connected.

Please put me on your e-mail list and the best of luck as the new blessings find their way to you.

Pippi said...

God has blessed us with you!

Enjoy & bloom in your new endeavors, starting with "henrybella's"..which I'm sure will be the start of what you've been dreaming of.

Take care of that chocolate 4-legged treasure! Loveya Millie!!woof


Pippi
rthubbs@aol.com

mammaw said...

Brin, You have been a blessing to me. I'm a "word" person and sooo enjoy your writings. Most of all your love for the Lord and your surrender to Him. I have thought of you often and prayed for you many times. How good it is to read what the Lord is doing in your life. Psalm 126:3!I will miss your blog/writings, but I'm anticipating your newsletter. Please add me to your list.
Thank you, Linda
lindaanddanw@sbcglobal.net

Anonymous said...

Please, please, please!! Sign me up for the newsletter!

krp4truth@afo.net

You will be missed!

kristina72 said...
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kristina72 said...

Brin - guess I'm behind on reading your posts - I will miss them even if I cram a lot of reading in one day :)

please add me to your list

kristina72@gmail.com

Miokka said...

I'm sad your blog will be closing. You have been a great inspiration to me. You will go far.
Please add me to the Freeman House Newsletter. I would love that.
Keep the faith. The best is yet to come.

miokka at comcast . net

Anonymous said...

Please add me too! I have enjoyed your blog so much!

Unknown said...

I, also, am a frequent visitor to you blog. I find you so inspiring. Please add me to the list for your newsletter. My email is cmag242@yahoo.com.

May the Good Lord bless you abundantly with Hennybella's.

Hugs,
Christine

Unknown said...

Brin...while I've only found your blog a few months ago, I've grown accustomed to visiting almost daily. You inspire me in so many ways. God's richest blessings on your future endeavors. I would love to receive your newsletter.

Unknown said...

Love you blog and would love to recieve your newsletter

hotpinksky34@yahoo.com

Katie said...

Please add me to your newsletter mailing list: kt.prew@gmail.com

chipotlepepper said...

I'm so glad you'll be continuing, at least in some way. best of luck to you!

please sign me up for your newsletter: chipotlepepper at gmail dot com

thanks!

kali said...

Oh Brin,
Your blog has been a source of inspiration and a little light on what I am striving for...God works through you. I love your blog, and will be so sad to say goodbye. I understand, and I will look forward to the newsletter! Maybe someday I will escape Kansas for your Texas town, I must see your bakery!
Thank you for your comment, back in October. It was exactly what I needed, blessed my heart.
I will make it by HenryBellas for sure...
Love,
Kali

Jo said...

Please add me to your newsletter,
God's blessings to your new adventures!

Vanessa said...

Dear Brin,
I have enjoyed your blog so much, yet never written to offer a word of encouragement, a thank you, or an "amen sister!" Here I am now, to finally say God bless you and remember:
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9

This verse has seen me through some hard times. I would love to receive your newsletter!
Love,
Vanessa
speechgirl80@yahoo.com

Afton or Tina G said...

I have found such inspiration reading your blog...I've 'checked out' many different sites, but yours is one of the top five sites I routinely turn to! Please include me on your newsletter list:
tdgille2002@aol.com

Unknown said...

Please keep me up dated with your email newsletter, I will miss your blog.
iford73@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

I will miss your blog! I hope you will send pictures of your dream shop in your newsletter! Please add me to the list! :-)

~Kate~

singinghisstory{at}gmail{dot}com

pj said...

Brin,
Congrats on your new bakery idea. I love it!!! and wish I lived closer so I could be your favorite customer. BUT with 319 comments here I don't see how you can quit blogging. You have tons of interest and people love your writing style, recipes and just your look at life. I wish you the best and hope you will add me to your newsletter so I can hear about your new venture. pam

Crystal said...

Please add me to your email list - I want to hear how the bakery goes and see all the goodness you will get from your garden. Please keep sharing your faith and your inspiration. God Bless!!


Crystal
crystallkrueger@gmail.com

Alisa said...

Thank you for all that you do.
Please add me to your Freeman House Newletter email list.
alisadiprinzio@yahoo.com

pk said...

Brin I'm so happy for you, I've just gotten back on your site and read down to here. Please include me on your newsletter at patkapsak@cfl.rr.com I will miss reading your wonderful story and will continue to pray for your new adventure with your bakery. How exciting. Please do not worry about the calander and use that to help you on your way. God's blessing each and every day. pk

Lana said...

Blissful blessings to you!
Please place me on your email listing.

Nasty Blog said...
This comment has been removed by the author.
Brin said...

Awh! The best comment yet and the author deleted it! I'll repost it from my email, since Nasty Blog (http://www.blogger.com/profile/11610656380417860116) changed his mind and decided to delete:

"Brin, I would love to pass on your Freeman House info and auction however I would have to charge you a fee to get the publicity to save your precious piece of shit house. However if you really wanted to save it GET A JOB!!!!

I also don't expect a reply since you expect us to save you but don't have the time to respond to us... hmmmm?"

Nasty Blog - Wish you hadn't deleted your comment! It made me laugh. I appreciate both your candor and sarcasm. If you aren't my ex-husband, please consider dropping by the bakery for dessert and a drink - on me.

Brin

Missy K said...

WAH-- I just found you!

I'd love to receive your newsletter:

kemp_missy at bellsouth.net

Unknown said...

Please add me to the newsletter
kshobbs@hotmail.com
Thanks, and blessings!
Sloan (long-time reader)

Linda said...

I will miss visiting you from accross the pond, but wish you luck and happiness in all you do.

Yes I would love to sign up for a news letter.

Special God Bless

Linda X

Val said...

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Lynda said...

Change or perish!! A rip off from another quote but so true. I hate change but know that acceptance of change opens doors. The universe delivers. Brin you are a gifted lady.
Your blog has been a quiet peaceful stop in my everyday chaos. Godspeed!!
lyndhodgins@yahoo.com
Please include me in your newsletter
delivery base.

Ashley said...

I have really enjoyed your blog and all the amasing things you have done! Good luck with your future endeavors!

Please include me on your newsletter adkohl@gmail.com.

Jill said...

So sorry to see you go, please add me to your email list. I've enjoyed every post and it's so good to see you "soaring" again. Best wishes.
Jill
sjvath@gmail.com

martha said...

YES, would a newsletter from you would be a delight!
Thanks.

The Broms said...

I'm only catching up on the last month... how joyous I am about the bakery and sad but understanding I am about the blog. Will watch my email for the newsletter and add henrybella's to this summer's roadtrip
GalOverCs@aol.com
PS~ If you haven't already do upload your blog to Blurb.com...all those memories shouldn't be lost. If you do think about opening it up for sale. I'd love to have it next to my cozy chair Hugs~

laura said...

I would love to get your mailings.
Laura Darby
lfdarby@hotmail.com
I love, love, love your blog.
I will miss you, but wish you all the happiness, joy and peace you deserve.

Anonymous said...

Can't remember if I have signed on for you newsletter or not - (so, please add me to your list)!

I am definitely one of many who would beg for you to stay on - you are reaching such a large audience, and in so many ways -

That said, good wishes and God's blessings no matter what path you take!

Kate

klsaline@aol.com

Kim said...

Please add me to the newsletter list.

Wickensnuffers@hotmail.com

Thank you.
Kim

kellyinalaska said...

Sign me up please!

Kelly in Alaska

vandorn@mtaonline.net

Anonymous said...

Please add me to your newsletter. I just found your blog about a month ago, and have really enjoyed it. I'm so happy for you and henrybella's! What a wonderful journey you have embarked on. I'm so glad you are offering to continue on through the newsletter, and I look forward to hearing from you!
icryuncle@yahoo.com

Tamara said...

Oh! I've only just found your sweet, lovely, inspiring blog! I must rush to read up before you close!

Please add me to your newsletter list. thingspondered at gmail dot com

And we may just have to make a little visit up to Daingerfield in the near future to check out the charming henrybella's!

SusanBeth said...

Brin,

Well this is my first response EVER to any blog. I am definitely a blog stalker, but I've learned so much from blogs - yours especially! Please add me to you email newsletter.

As a fellow Texan, I love your stories. We live in Austin, but my husband is from Henderson and my daughter graduated from college in Nacogdoches. We often travel through that area and will stop next time at your lovely bakery!

Thanks!
Susan Beth at sd8660@yahoo.com

{ j } said...

Will really miss reading this blog. Please add me to your newsletter list.

Unknown said...

I would love to be on your newsletter
list! mfredmartin@gmail.com
Thank you so much...

Jane said...

I've only just discovered your blog and have been so inspired and encouraged byt your journey and story (though that may surprise you?!)
I'd love to be on your email list - janelockrey(at)gmail(dot)com

And do hope that you leave the blog open a little while for those of use who are more recent discoverers to spend some time here, even though you won't be posting new things.
Thanks so much and looking forward to hearing of new exciting adventures via email!

Jane

Kate said...

Brin,

Your blog is such a delight! I am still hoping that you reconsider, but if not, I do want to be added to the mailing list.

Thanks,
Kate

prim.rose said...

I still don't have the words to tell you what your blog has meant this past year... as a single girl turning 30 this year, too, it has meant the world to know that someone else was real enough to share the struggles of wanting God's direction, His best, but not getting answers, not knowing where to go or what to do next. I will miss your blog greatly, but am so excited to see what the Lord is providing for you as the next step! Thank you so much. Praying for you! Oh, and definitely put me on the newsletter list. ;-)

ParkerMama said...

I just found your blog and now you'll be leaving.

I've read many, if not all your posts. I don't know if it's because I hail from a long line of Texans or what, but I feel more than a little bit of my spirit in yours.

Rising up to soar, whether it be after a job loss or the realities of life with a medically fragile child with special needs, is a blessing you pray, plead, and dream of with a determination not many hearts can muster.

Add us to your email list, please.

hods (5) mom (at) aol (dot) com

Martha said...

Please add me to the list. I will really miss your blog. You are a very talented and wise young woman. Happy Birthday! and may all your dreams come true ...in God's time.

Martha
marthadv@msn.com

Amanda said...

I have enjoyed reading your blog and would love to be added to your newsletter...treezofgreen@yahoo.com
Best wishes for your birthday.
God bless you!

Elizabeth said...

Please add me to your newsletter list.

elizabeth.hospodar@gmail.com

I'll miss your blog!

Joanne said...

Thanks Brin for sharing your life at Freeman house so freely....I would love to be added to the news letter joanne@cranberrycreek.com. Blessings to you as you journey the road God has laid before you. Love in Christ, Joanne aka Grammie in Vancouver Canada
PS: I have run a seasonal bakery for almost 15 years now...a quote that has been VERY important to me is "Don't accept no from someonw who doesn't have the authority to say yes".

Joan@CopperCreeker said...

I've enjoyed your blog. Please put me on the NewsLetter list.

coppercreekers@aol.com

Thank You

Rosetta said...

I would like to wish you a Happy 30th Birthday. You'll find it's not so bad, lol. I would like to receive your newsletter also. My email is mogirl32000@hotmail.com. God Bless You!

Rosetta

grace said...

Please send me the Freeman House
Newsletter that begins in May.
I have loved reading your blog
and would enjoy future updates.

Lisa said...

Please add me to the newsletter list. Thank you and best of luck in your endeavors~

lisastanton1@yahoo.com

Jenny said...

please add me to your newsletter list.
Jenn, parvus_unus@hotmail(dot)com

Magnolia Hill said...

Please sign me up for the newsletter:
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Leigh Ann said...

If you are still doing the newsletter, I would love one. mlabockle@yahoo.com

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