Over the weekend, she closed the doors to her shop... permanently. She said that she felt liberated and free... but I could tell she was sad.
In the past few months, I've had too many of these conversations. Too many good people have lost their livelihoods. Each time I hear about another small business folding (particularly one like our's), a chill runs down my spine. Are we next?
I have to push the thought out of my head. I have to focus on gratitude. It's easy to get sucked down in a pit of worry and despair, especially this time of year. The skies become a soupy grey mess and the sun plays (extended) hide-and-seek. I know that we're fortunate for all the support we have. It humbles me. Each kind word, friendly face, and purchase (no matter how small)... all go towards making the dream a reality. It's this support that fashions a shield against the dark. I know that we must be dauntless and stay the course.
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Be strong!
Thanks! We'll keep plugging along and trying to focus on the positive.
I can really understand this my sales have stopped also, but now I make for the pure pleasure and have had to move on.I am sure things will turn the corner and there is a brighter future even if we can't see it right this minute.
All the best
Jackie
Jackie, it can be a scary world out there... especially when talking about business... but I wholeheartedly agree that you have to do it for love above all else and things will find a way.
Even though we're doing okay, I still get a twinge of worry when I hear about other businesses like my own closing. The owners are all talented, dedicated people. What was it that caused them to fold? Could it happen to us? I think when you love something so much and you put so much of your heart into it, the fear comes from losing it.
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