I’ve been thinking about this for a while. Our lives have changed and the purpose of the blog has gone. Who knows when or if Becky will attempt independent living again. Every story needs an end, and I think this is the end of one part of our story.
When I began, I wondered if I could write for a year; it has been almost two. Writing helped me through one of the most difficult, and lonely, parts of my life. Thankfully, that time has passed, and both Becky and I are enjoying life again. I thank all of you for reading, commenting, and generally supporting us on our journey. It seems we have arrived…somewhere…somewhere safe, somewhere warm, somewhere relaxing, somewhere good. We will stay here a while, I think, and spend time with each other, with friends, and with family.
I leave you with a photo of Becky, doing what Becky does best; drinking tea.
Best Wishes to all of you, and thanks. Cheryl and Becky xx
Life with Becky 
I only discovered your blog a short time ago but I have thoroughly enjoyed the journey! I will miss your upbeat outlook on life and the wondeful pictures of Becky. May your journey forward be all that you could wish for. Take great care and thank you.
Many thanks. I hope life goes well for you too.
I will miss your daily blogs. My truest and best positive thoughts go out to you and Becky.
Thanks, Diane. Onward and Forward…
i will miss you and Becky. I enjoyed reading about yours and Becky’s journeys. It has also been nice to read the writings of a fellow blogger who shares geographical similarities. All the best to you both!
Thanks, Nancy.
I’ll see you on Facebook. 🙂
Definitely. Keep in touch. 🙂
In the short time we have known each other I would say we have grown as friends so I am slightly biased when putting forward this suggestion.
You said that writing has held you through some of the most difficult and lonely times of your life but that part of the story has came to an end.
Why not take us with you as the next part of your story begins?
Share your happiness while helping and inspiring others to fight through the difficult and lonely times. You have been through so much, it would be a shame to close the book and deny others the benefit of reading it.
Blogging is not just a tool to help you through tough times. It is also an opportunity, maybe even a responsibility, to help others.
I hope you decide to keep us company but if not I wish yourself and Becky all the happiness in the world.
X
Hi Steven, friends indeed. 🙂
I enjoy writing. I think I might write about something else though…cooking, gardening, photography, I don’t know, but I think it’s time for a change. I’ll be keeping in touch with you, if that’s okay, and will continue to follow your story.
Cheryl
I too will miss your wonderful outlook. I wish you both all the very best.
Thank you so much.
Have enjoyed your blogs. Please keep in touch. Is Becky going to live part time at the condo? She appears to be handling her time in the condo much better than earlier attempts. Ev
Of course we’ll keep in touch. You will be getting a private blog with Becky’s updates.
We are only staying one night a week at the condo. Becky is not able to move her skills from one place to another. It’s not uncommon with her level of injury. It will just take time.
Thanks so much for reading.
Cheryl x
Good Luck and Thank you for your wonderful story. All the best
Mike
Thank you, Mike. 🙂
I understand, but I don’t like this. I have met so few people like you that understand disability from the “outside in”. It is a rare thing. On the other hand, I’ve never seen the need to focus on disability as a constant subject for an audience – and I’m disabled – so why should you? You have proven to be talented at so many things it’s only natural for you to want to transition into other areas that are more geared towards your own personal accomplishments.
I truly hope that we can stay in touch, Cheryl. You are a wonderful woman and I wish you all the best!
Spashionista (Alicia)
You’re so kind, Alicia. Thank you for understanding. I think you see things very clearly.
I’ll still be reading your blog and will keep in touch. 🙂
Cheryl
Good luck to both of you. Hope you`ll be back with another blog sometime.
Thank you so much for reading. I’m sure I’ll find something else to write about, but I’m going to have a bit of a break first.
I’ll be checking your photos regularly. 🙂
God bless you both. I hope life continues to improve, and no matter what happens I wish you peace and love.
I feel sad. I only just ‘met’ you. Cannot a blog change? Ah well Good luck if you do go, it is not for me to argue!!!
Blogs can change, but this one was always about Life with Becky. I don’t think I’ll be writing for a while, and I’m not sure what will come next. Sometimes it’s better to start over. Thanks.
And if you are ever back in Brum do let me know.
We’ll probably be over next year. 🙂
Contact me if so. LizSeville@blackberry.orange.co.uk
Whatever you decide, best of luck for you both in the future and many thanks for your continued perusal and support.
Regards,
Michael
Many thanks, Michael. Who knows what will be next? I’ll still follow your blog as I love your photos and stories.
Cheryl
I have only been reading your blog for a short time, but it has been fantastic being able to converse with someone who understands my situation very well. I will certainly miss reading about you and Becky’s adventures, and I hope you do decide to return to the blogsphere in the future.
You have definitely inspired me to keep writing. I wish you and Becky all the best for the future!
Thanks for the support. I’m glad to hear you will continue to write; you’re good. I’ll let you know if I start anything else, okay. 🙂
Oh no! I have been offline for a while, only returning today to discover this… I will miss you! Best of everything to you and Becky. Don’t forget writing will always be there for you. You can blog again. And I hope I find you again if you do.
And I’d love to read a new blog about gardening, photography, or cooking if that is what you now feel like sharing! 🙂
But what if we want you back? Just to stay in tuned! 😦 so I don’t really LIKE this post!
I’m still deciding what to do. I’m enjoying Instagram, but still don’t feel like writing.
We are both well. I hired a personal chef for Becky and she is brilliant! It has eased my work-load and given me some much needed free time.
I check in on my blog-buddies to see how you’re all doing. It’s lovely to hear from you.
Cheryl
Hi Cheryl,
I’m back to blogging/reading blogs after a long hiatus. I’m sad to have missed this post when it was current.
I hope both you and Becky are doing well and staying warm in this current weather storm.
All the very best in 2014!
Elizabeth