Ciao! Adios! Aloha! Au Revoir!

Dear Friends,

I hate goodbyes. I really do. But, the time has come for me to stop blogging for now so I can focus on my family. I’m signing off of Sherbet Blossom.

I started my first personal blog when I was pregnant with my daughter, 7 years ago. It was an odd place whose posts have long since been deleted. Sherbet Blossom began a couple years later and I’ve been infatuated ever since. I love blogging, the people I’ve met and the opportunities I’ve been given. I’m amazed that thousands of you subscribe to read about my simple life. I’ve been touched by your caring friendships, thoughtful notes, and uplifting comments. I’m going to miss you.

There are so many wonderful things about blogging, but I’m leaving because of the negatives. I don’t want to offend anyone when I explain my reasonings. This was a very personal decision, and while I know it is right for me that doesn’t necessarily mean it is right for all.

About the time my third child was born, I started to feel burned-out. Two full time jobs, three kids, a time-consuming blog, an overflowing inbox, and the husband’s lay off all began to pile up. I felt guilty for not having time to be the ever-present mother that I had planned. I knew that something had to give, so I began to cut things out of my life.

The number one reason I am leaving is my children. 10 years from now, I will not wish that I had written one more post, but I WILL wish that I had read them one more book. The hours I've spent blogging could have been quality time with my children. Making memories that matter. My children are WAY more important than product reviews, free dinners, money, comments, page views and subscribers. More important even than the blogging conference I was asked to speak at next spring. My family is my life, my all, and my everything. I don’t want to miss a moment.

I am continually in awe of what this blog has become; I never thought anyone but my mom and sister would read! The success and opportunities I have been given are because of YOU. I have met some forever, best friends through this blog. I will miss you all dearly. I wish you all every success and happiness.

Until the day comes that I'm ready to post again, goodbye.

With love,
Hannah

My greatest concern over the end of this blog was that I would lose contact with you. Please feel free to email me anytime!

I can still be found:
Pinning my little heart out on Pinterest
Need to contact me? Send me an email.

Our Ginnie J Photography Session.

Let me preface the marathon of pictures by saying that I'm extremely camera shy. We rarely take family photos because I prefer to be hiding behind the lens. Ginnie, my long-time blogging friend and new go-to family photographer, made me feel completely at ease. In fact, I didn't know she was shooting most of these pictures. You can see that we do a lot of laughing in my family. I am so glad she captured that.

Ginnie is a genius behing the lens. I adore her style. I love that we have a group of posed and unposed shots to print. She captured each of our personalities so perfectly. Ginnie makes the kiddos feel at ease. They were completely charmed by her sweet an calm nature. And somehow, she took pictures of me that I actually like. That is a first! My ever-photogenic husband looks as handsome as ever and the kiddos are darling. I can't wait to hang these images on the wall.

Ginnie is our new go-to girl. Already planning on scheduling her for next year. If you are in Utah, you must check her out. You will not be disappointed.

A HUGE thanks goes out to Ginnie! You are the best. (P.S. Ginnie has a hilarious blog. It rocks.)

Without further ado: the picture marathon. I just couldn't pick a favorite.

Sherbet Blossom Earrings: A Review and Giveaway.

Molly, of Molly the Pirate's Bit O' Shine, found my blog several months ago and was amused by my blog's name. "Sherbet Blossom" is also the name of one of her beautiful, handcrafted earrings. What a coincidence! She thought it would be fun to give one Sherbet Blossom reader a pair of these gorgeous Sherbet Blossom Earrings. I loved the idea!

Sweet Molly sent me a pair of my very own. They are beautiful and I've worn them several times since receiving them. They are simple and quaint. A perfect pair. And best of all? They don't irritate my sensitive ears. They are light weight, too. That's always a plus.


To enter to win these gorgeous earrings, comment below and tell me about your favorite accessory.
Entries close at 11:59 on Monday, June 6th.

For extra entries: (A new comment for each entry must be left for these extras to count.)
• Tweet, Facebook or Blog about and link back to this giveaway.

• Follow or Subscribe to Molly's blog.

The winner will be chosen via Random.org and announced on June 7th. Good luck!


P.S. Thank you so much for all the companies who have generously donated prizes to my giveaways over the years. And, thanks to all of you for your support by entering. It was such a fun run, but I will no longer be hosting giveaways or reviews.

Giveaway: Connie B Photography.

I was thrilled when my friend Connie contacted me about doing a giveaway on my blog for her fabulous new photography shop, Connie B Photography. Connie is an artist with the camera and her prints and second to none! I adore the colors and the ethereal, vintage feel of her images. I'd love to have a whole slew of them hanging in my home!

Connie would like to give one lucky reader an 8x10 or 8x8 of your choice. Anything in her shop! Woot!


To enter, comment below and tell me what your favorite flower is. Entries close at 11:59 on Sunday, June 5th.

For extra entries: (A new comment for each entry must be left for these extras to count.)
• Tweet, Facebook or Blog about and link back to this giveaway.
• Follow Connie B Photography on Facebook.
• Follow or Subscribe to Connie's blog.

The winner will be chosen via Random.org and announced on June 6th. Good luck!  


CONGRATS to Charlotte!