tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post6124756514612041069..comments2023-11-16T20:34:36.744-06:00Comments on ... MICHAEL DI GESU ... ... ... In Time ... ...: ANXIETIES MELT AWAY WITH SPRING....Michael Di Gesuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17047267262428143113noreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-22039449436143263772016-05-04T12:51:11.695-05:002016-05-04T12:51:11.695-05:00Definitely...but not until I have a car again. One...Definitely...but not until I have a car again. One died. One was wrecked. We're limping along here. You know how that goes, eh?Crystal Collierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03912469552483168148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-83031868407329361552016-05-02T19:13:41.366-05:002016-05-02T19:13:41.366-05:00Hi Michael,
It only took me nearly a month to arr...Hi Michael,<br /><br />It only took me nearly a month to arrive at your blog. It's either I have a slow connection or I've been in hiding until that alphabet weirdness ended! :)<br /><br />What an illustration. Well done on finding your home you can call, home. <br /><br />Indeed, always see the positive in what may seem to be the most negative of situations. <br /><br />You are a thoroughly decent chap. Keep smiling.<br /><br />Gary :) klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-28550940849592752462016-04-25T06:35:30.268-05:002016-04-25T06:35:30.268-05:00Such a lovely illustration. And congratulations on...Such a lovely illustration. And congratulations on the anthology! And on your new place (hope you'll have a Butterbeer or two for me)! And on losing 10 pounds! Gaining doesn't count if you have the motivation to lose it and get back on track, which you obviously do. Here's to spring -- and summer round the corner!Deniz Bevanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17134553551048836979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-90984494644458479792016-04-18T10:57:58.805-05:002016-04-18T10:57:58.805-05:00Yay! I'm thrilled that you found your home. Lo...Yay! I'm thrilled that you found your home. Love the illustration. It looks so lively. :-)Misha Gerrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06364173848456424521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-8799915591430522852016-04-12T18:50:24.851-05:002016-04-12T18:50:24.851-05:00I'm sure you'll take the weight off, you s...I'm sure you'll take the weight off, you sound very determined... I too lost a great deal of weight and then became injured in November which caused depression as I couldn't exercise. As you know that weight is easier coming back on. We both can get back on track again :-)<br /><br />Congratulations on your new home, that's so exciting... the warm weather will be wonderful ... have a great week :-)Launna https://www.blogger.com/profile/09447311902825477772noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-65522383835198635992016-04-11T23:51:51.786-05:002016-04-11T23:51:51.786-05:00I love the illustration of your darling 'best ...I love the illustration of your darling 'best friend'. So cute. Yes, it's all turned out for you. Hope to see your Chicago loft or you Orlando pad one of these days. Cuba is next on the list, so it'll probably be Orlando! Saw several programs on Orlando in 'Fantasy Homes by the Sea.' Amazing!<br /><br />Denise :-)Denise Covey https://www.blogger.com/profile/07106490051555233439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-16704382202454823972016-04-11T00:48:41.145-05:002016-04-11T00:48:41.145-05:00Turning those negatives into positives is crucial....Turning those negatives into positives is crucial. May your spring bring a new light into your life.Lynda R Young as Elle Cardyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09975442291393246148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-24218538460826966962016-04-09T08:08:14.972-05:002016-04-09T08:08:14.972-05:00So happy that you found a place in Florida. I hope...So happy that you found a place in Florida. I hope all goes well with the closing and that you have your last winter in the cold behind you. <br /><br />I understand what you mean about depression and anxiety going hand in hand. It is somehow easy to gain wait and harder to lose weight. I am happy for you that you have lost 10 of the pounds you have gained. Awesome~<br /><br />Love the picture of your pup! <br />~JessDMShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04202502753961748992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-81650491173833980182016-04-08T11:57:57.076-05:002016-04-08T11:57:57.076-05:00That art work of your pup reminds me of silkscreen...That art work of your pup reminds me of silkscreen. It's something I tried in art school. It's very good, and I'm wondering if it's hand done or computer created. And the pup looks gorgeous. Good luck with losing the extra lbs, I have just started an exercise regimen too. I quit exercising when hubs became ill (heart attack) as I spent my time at the hospital. I've just reached a point now where I might be able to squeeze in a bit of 'me' time.D.G. Hudsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06213237734772028645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-68500051647015620052016-04-07T18:58:13.731-05:002016-04-07T18:58:13.731-05:00Good for you! I'm glad you're out and abou...Good for you! I'm glad you're out and about now - so good to see spring! I hope you keep moving forward! Keep that positive mojo going!! :)Jemi Fraserhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02214408467456320167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-13553204105497656492016-04-07T14:06:29.625-05:002016-04-07T14:06:29.625-05:00Very sorry to hear you had such a rough winter. Wi...Very sorry to hear you had such a rough winter. Winter can be so hard and I can only imagine how much harder it would be in a place like Chicago. Best to you for your future move. Very exciting. And I absolutely love your illustration. So beautiful. Best, Becca Rebecca Green Gasperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14487755367578898689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-29328161078790336642016-04-07T12:59:05.404-05:002016-04-07T12:59:05.404-05:00Actually, Stephen, he is a West Highland Terrier (...Actually, Stephen, he is a West Highland Terrier (Westie).Michael Di Gesuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17047267262428143113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-71380049489193622212016-04-07T12:58:16.903-05:002016-04-07T12:58:16.903-05:00Lol... at times, but in the beginning, he was part...Lol... at times, but in the beginning, he was partially the cause of it because he was having so many minor health issues.Michael Di Gesuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17047267262428143113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-7097320138103058772016-04-07T12:57:00.364-05:002016-04-07T12:57:00.364-05:00What a nice thing to say... thanks Bish!What a nice thing to say... thanks Bish!Michael Di Gesuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17047267262428143113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-41616401543654774862016-04-07T12:56:20.149-05:002016-04-07T12:56:20.149-05:00Thanks Hilary,
It is... I can't wait to get t...Thanks Hilary,<br /><br />It is... I can't wait to get there...Michael Di Gesuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17047267262428143113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-1059219065557826732016-04-07T12:46:08.918-05:002016-04-07T12:46:08.918-05:00That illustration is amazing! It's good to hea...That illustration is amazing! It's good to hear you two have become best buds. <br /><br />SO happy for your news about the Florida condo. I want to see your Chicago one before you go! Not looking good in that department - as soon as I get back from New Orleans busy time at work kicks in. :( <br /><br />Nicki Elsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11412032684225126973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-48082863141737132132016-04-07T12:14:32.712-05:002016-04-07T12:14:32.712-05:00Congratulations on your new home, the weight loss,...Congratulations on your new home, the weight loss, and your story being accepted! I also love the drawing of your furry little friend.<br /><br />I've gained and lost 20 pounds or more many times throughout life, so I know how hard it can be. It seems my body has finally matured into the size it wants to be at, but I still have the responsibility to not let myself get much bigger than a size 18.Carrie-Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05810154378449825641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-78574450209357926002016-04-07T11:20:07.428-05:002016-04-07T11:20:07.428-05:00It's funny because my anxieties seem to grow w...It's funny because my anxieties seem to grow with spring (as flowers start to grow). Even if I'm not doing the Challenge, every April seems to be hectic. And May and June. July usually slows things down.<br /><br />Your good news makes me so happy though. And you dog is cute!Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-17750283317556245442016-04-07T10:29:31.462-05:002016-04-07T10:29:31.462-05:00I know what you mean about stress and weight gain....I know what you mean about stress and weight gain. I've gained pounds every time my daughter was overseas. So glad you're getting your Florida dream but you really put in a lot of work where you live now. Love your pup.<br /><a href="http://www.susangourley.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Susan Says</a>Susan Gourley/Kelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02669793865290876168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-37705325935360957752016-04-07T08:48:07.573-05:002016-04-07T08:48:07.573-05:00I was going to ask about your beautifully remodele...I was going to ask about your beautifully remodeled apartment in Chicago, but I see you answered that above. I'm glad that you've found a winter home in Florida and that you are on track for getting yourself physically back to where you want to be!Dianne K. Salernihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16459839567235304842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-5283980141390895672016-04-07T05:10:09.666-05:002016-04-07T05:10:09.666-05:00Your puppy is adorable. And yes when things go awr...Your puppy is adorable. And yes when things go awry it always involves weight and or blood pressure. Mine drop in both areas. I really need to pay attention to those anthology calls. Miss them everytime.shellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09596621767297173021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-81447081568591016202016-04-07T02:35:30.552-05:002016-04-07T02:35:30.552-05:00Love the sound of your "cutest little condo&q...Love the sound of your "cutest little condo" and love the face of the "cutest little pooch" who goes by the name of Hamlet!<br />That's an awesome illustration! <br /><br />I'm so glad that you're managing your weight, Michael! It takes time and tenacity to keep our lives/goals on track...you're SO right. Giving up is the easy route. <br />But we hang in there...with the help and encouragement of friends! <br />Thank you for your friendship, the positivity that you dish out...and all that you do to make our lives better!<br /><a href="http://writer-in-transit.co.za/" rel="nofollow">Writer In Transit</a><br />Michelle Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02750092836481599870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-47819739499495908882016-04-06T23:17:52.540-05:002016-04-06T23:17:52.540-05:00You are super talented, Michael, every time I read...You are super talented, Michael, every time I read your introduction/words for another writer I am in awe of your talent. <br />Thirty pounds is a lot of weight. Glad you managed to lose 10 pounds, now 20 more to get rid of.<br />BTW...good luck for your picture book, agents are always eager to sign author-illustrators. So start writing and illustrating the book fast. And let me know as soon as you finish. I will critique it for you (not that I am an expert or something, but you will get another pair of eyes looking at it.)<br /><br />Rachna Chhabria<br />Co-host IWSG <br /><a href="http://rachnachhabria.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow"> Rachna's Scriptorium</a><br /><br />Rachna Chhabriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16900999965919504282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-23945079530323515562016-04-06T23:16:19.929-05:002016-04-06T23:16:19.929-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Rachna Chhabriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16900999965919504282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1002113089297135210.post-18586357024211639092016-04-06T22:08:30.654-05:002016-04-06T22:08:30.654-05:00You are so talented-Congrats! I am so happy you h...You are so talented-Congrats! I am so happy you have a furry best friend. Hamlet is adorable~ I am happy you are turning the negative to a positive. Winters are harsh and dampen the best of spirits. I grew up in Maine and have lived in Alaska-twice. I don't recommend winter in the Land of the Midnight Sun. You are facing the music and I am proud of you~ So, many changes, but you are on the upside of life and doing, so well! Hugs to you and Hamlet~ I use to live in Orlando-I have never seen so many tour buses in all my life. enJOY-the weather there is amazing!Ellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070952447277684613noreply@blogger.com