I'll Be Back...

[@rosesparkles5840]

I'm a retired Registered Nurse and struggled with my physical, mental, and spiritual health for years...I know this sounds hard to believe, but CBD has been a large part of my equation to help restore me and I had tried everything within my power. No matter your healing journey, stay positive, keep the faith, and tell yourself when you awake and before you close your eyes to sleep...."I am healing and using my miraculous powers to restore my health." Power up each day starting with a Powerade Zero...no sugar! You are a loved and worthy artist in this UNIVERSE! BLESSINGS 🥰

[@JosJerseyJournals]

My goodness 🤗 thank you so much ✨️ 🙏 ❤️

[@KayComer]

Listen Jo - - All of us who really take our junk journaling seriously and put our hearts, minds and souls in them - - know exactly what you're going through - - - - I went through a similar time just this spring and I was off YT for almost 2 months - in fact I've just "now" come back last week - but I'm not going to be working my jj'ing now like I did before - - that was way way too much time spent making journals - - - When you put into your book making what you and I and many others do - it's so easy to get overwhelmed with it all - - For me it was the combination of 3 family emergencies in a row this spring - and when you add those worries and scares - to an already full plate of homemaking - cooking - gardening time beginning - and then knowing you have all those hours you need to be spending on your jj's - - it can be smothering at times - - - I've just come back with a new lease on life - - home and family has always been first for me - - way way way above time for jj making - - but now I've added ME time :-) And that's just something I've never ever ever done - - And by "me time" I dont mean going here and there and shopping and spending - etc - - - I just mean time to just walk the secret garden - sit in the porch swing more - do some of the things around home that I've been wanting to do for years and years and just never took the time to do them - because it was "only for me" so I'd put those ideas on the back burner - - i've always put everybody and everything above myself - - - AND I will still DO that - - but now I'm working in time for ME - -and I hope you will do the same - - - - You have a super creative mind - your work is awesome - - - I hope you can relax and rest up and become filled with so much happiness that it just restores and heals every ounce of your being - Love and Hugs❤❣❤

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Kay 🤗 🙏✨️❤️

[@Cleo.777.]

Thank you for sharing your heart. I totally get it. Take all the time you need. We’ll be here. Please don’t ever feel guilty. You’ve already shared so much and brought many of us joy, in our time of need. Love, prays and light to you my friend 💝🌺🙏

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much Helen 🤗❤️

[@80sLadyAce]

Love and miss you dearly. I've been praying for you sweetheart. Love you sooooo much. God's got this gf❤️💯👍😃🙏👀

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much Ace🤗

[@LilacPages]

Big crafty hugs, Jo! You take time for you! 🙏🏼 💜💜💜 ~Mare

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Mare 🤗

[@enchanteddreams7166]

Aww hugs love. Things get hard sometimes. I will be praying for you. I have things I go through. Being an abused child even at 51 I still have bad days. You'll get through this. BIG hugs! Xoxo

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thanks so much. I know 🙏✨️ and I am so sorry for what you went through as a child 😔💔 virtual Hugs ❤️🙏✨️

[@harleybiggirl]

Miss you so much! Love and big Hugs.

[@JosJerseyJournals]

I miss you so much more. 🥺 I'm trying 😔 I try everyday. I was able to actually sit and work on those slim journals for about an hour yesterday. 🙃 I'll get better. Thank you so much for thinking of me🤗😘

[@harleybiggirl]

@@JosJerseyJournals I understand, I do the same sometime, and it makes me feel like I've done something. You take care of you and your family first. Your peanut gallery will be here waiting for you, when you are ready.

[@suzannadannadanna3662]

I'm so sorry! If it helps, I have been in the same position, to the point of even thinking about "getting out of this world" for good. I was crying all the time, beating myself down, not interested in anything, would not clean my house, would not cook, isolating myself from my family and friends, not wanting to leave my bedroom, sleeping and staying in bed all day and night, not talking to anyone; you name it. I have prayed and prayed for God to help me- that is the only thing I could do. I could not do it on my own any longer. I finally got myself out of bed and came into my office, signed on to my computer (had not touched it in months) and started watching Scrapbook videos. This did me wonders. I felt I could isolate myself in my office and work on scrapbooking and journaling without anybody bothering me, so, this became my little refuge. I have felt better in the last couple of weeks. Just do something that gives you pleasure, even if you don't think you want to do it! Give it a try. Just like redoing your room. I think that is a wonderful idea. In fact I might do that myself. Look for colors that you like and go with it! I hope you will find time to pray for God's help. Just tell him what is on your heart and he will act accordingly in his own time. If you would like to talk please just let me know. P.S. I am so proud of you for quitting smoking! My husband has lung cancer from smoking all his life and he is really having a hard time, so sick, taking chemo, etc. This is part of the reason I got so depressed. But, you should be so proud of yourself. I love you girlie and want you to be happy and feeling much better!

[@JosJerseyJournals]

I'm so sorry you went through such pain😔 thank goodness you have faith. I'm very thankful that even in my darkest hour I find the lord. I may not preach about very much. But I know without a doubt that Christ is helping me through this. And I know that I will be ok. ✨️🙏❤️ thank you so much for sharing with me what you experienced. I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers my friend 🙏 ✨️❤️

[@suzannadannadanna3662]

@@JosJerseyJournals Just checking in on you today. Hope you are feeling better.

[@craftyazshabbyshacjude3297]

Sending Healing, love and light your way Jo,...…..and I take my Hat off to you, it is a hard thing to give up, I still struggle with it,....Take all the time you need Hun we will be here for you. Huge Hugs🥰🥰😘You are an inspiration for me, don;t forget that. x

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much. I'm trying. I miss you all so much. I'm getting better a lil more everyday 😌. Just struggling to find my MOJO but yesterday I actually was able to work on those slim journals for almost an hour. 😊 think I'll try leaving them simple for now. That way I may not struggle as much. thank you for thinking of me 🤗😘

[@ajennyforyourthoughtscincy]

Hey Jo - I wanted to reach out. Soooo soo proud of you for being honest with yourself and your crowd. I quit smoking 25 years ago. And, I’ve never done heroin or meth but I do KNOW that even after all this time, if I were to pick up a cigarette, I’d be back to a pack and a half a day immediately. That siren song and that physical addiction is no joke. Quitting is such a strength. You are winning every single day you resist. Way to stop and focus on healing! Last thing: I LOVE stand up comedy and was at a show some time after I quit and was laughing so hard that I could literally feel all kinds of lung junk knocking loose and knew they were healing. You have joy and love to laugh. That mindset will see you through. Love and prayers ❤️

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Hey Jenny Thanks so much. I completely get that. It's only been 4 months and I am still trying to stay out of eye contact when I see them in the store. The price of them now dies make it a lil easier. I really appreciate your words of encouragement. I just have to keep moving forward. I pray that I will start feeling like myself again. 🙏✨️❤️

[@scribblesintime8343]

One of the many things that I love about you- is that you find a way to smile through your struggles! And YES! I love that!! Such a positive attitude! I'm sure you have your moments where those smiles don't come easy so please know that you are not alone!! Much love - Tonya

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Tonya 🤗 😘

[@BonesAndButtons]

You're in re-invention mode, hun. We'll be here when you get back. Sending you a hug, hunnie xxx

[@JosJerseyJournals]

It definitely feels like that. Thanks Bec 😘🤗

[@terinskiojean]

Absolutely no guilt allowed. You take care of you and take as much time as you need. 🙏💜

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thanks so much Terry 🤗 🙏✨️❤️

[@SMBDesigns]

We miss u doll. Stay strong you got this, and when u don't God does!

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much 🤗✨️🙏

[@thepaperdrawer4651]

Wish you the best. Thanks for letting us know . Thinking if you. You will get through this. Hugs

[@JosJerseyJournals]

I will ✨️🙏 Thank you 🤗

[@dianamorgan7406]

I've also miss you so much. Even my husband Bill has asked about you because I haven't spoken any new idea's about jj. From you. So happy to see your beautiful self your in our heart and prayers.

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Diana 🤗

[@aktarango]

God bless you, if you need prayer let me know. I have a prayer ministry 🙏

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much Karen. I am very grateful 🙏 ✨️🤗

[@CanadaFree.6014]

It's okay to not be okay for a time, but don't stay there too long. Praying God will lead you up out of the miry clay, as I know He has done for me time and time again. May He give you new eyes to see and to know, just how precious you are in His sight. May your mind be filled with everything good thing from above, and everything true. Hugs.

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much Sharon ✨️🙏❤️

[@MzLyons]

I respect you for keeping it REAL. Keep taking care of you first! Proud of you for recognizing what you need most AND doing it. Hugs live and prayers from your #1 Arkansas fan ❤️🐾❤️

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much Sarah 🤗❤️

[@danacolosimo5874]

Hey there hoping and praying you feel better soon and back to your new self. I get what your going through my heart goes out to you ❤️❤️ do what you have to do to get better, love you girl 👧 and we’ll see you when we see you 😘😘😘😘😘 we’ll wait for you 😘😘😘

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Aww Dana your the best. I'm getting to know this new Jo I will be back. Miss you 😘🤗

[@traceysartandcraft]

quitting smoking effected me so much for a while but just know im years down the line now and everything is so much better and normal and the smell of smoke actually makes me feel sick so it does get better keep fighting through xxx

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much. Yes I smells so gross now. 🤗

[@traceysartandcraft]

@@JosJerseyJournals oh did you start smoking again? Or do you mean it smells gross to you too? I always get it wrong when I read messages back 😂😂 I'm hopeless. Don't get me wrong I don't hate smokers my mum still smokes and I let her in my garden and have ashtrays still for her but god quitting is the hardest thing I've ever done it sent me into depression and panic attacks it's so hard. But it gets easier and easier and before long you just don't want to go back also it took me so many goes at quitting I kept falling off the wagon and had to start again.

[@JosJerseyJournals]

@@traceysartandcraft no hun i quit 4 months ago. Im just struggling to feel like myself again.

[@traceysartandcraft]

Yer it does that Hun but you are doing the right thing by being kind to yourself and taking time for everything you need to do to get yourself back and I for one will still be here when you feel the time is right to return to us XXX

[@dianacampanelli3250]

You take all the time you need sweetie, We all adjust different, you have my prayers!🤗💕🌻🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Diana 🤗

[@dianacampanelli3250]

@@JosJerseyJournals 💕

[@tatteredtreasuresbypattie6047]

Aww I was thinking about you the other day and was gonna message you. I miss your crafting videos… I’ll be praying for you! 😘🥰

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Pattie🤗

[@LILRHONDALEE]

Aww, hun...I totally get it! Just go with the flow, give yourself as much time as you need. I promise we will all be here when you come back. Most of all, do not put yourself on a guilt trip. Time heals all wounds. You just need to recharge your batteries, let it be. In true Jo fashion, you are keeping it real, and being up front and honest, which is very considerate and truly appreciated. By the way...while searching for your Mojo, if you happen to run into mine, would you please just send him on home to me! Lil hugs xo

[@taylormadejournals9662]

Hello sweetheart. Good to see you. Take your time and you will find your way back to creating ! XXX

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Lorna 🤗❤️✨️🙏

[@grungygirljournals]

Hugs and Kisses. Take care of you and we will be right here waiting for you. Don’t rush it, you will get your joy back. ❤

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thanks so much Lori 🤗

[@DeniseS-6867]

Hello Jo, just started watching your channel, will be here when you come back. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Denise 🤗 I'm sorry that I'm taking so time away as you've just joined us 😔

[@DeniseS-6867]

@@JosJerseyJournals Just concentrate on you, that's what's needed right now. Your followers will still be here when you return.

[@littleredpapeterie5898]

Beautiful, Jo... take all the time you need! Sending you my love, prayers, and hugs. And yes, you said it right, this too shall pass. Your mojo--for sure it will be back! ❤️. -Cheryl

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much Cheryl 🙏✨️❤️🤗

[@ribbonsrosesandlace8401]

Take the time for yourself. You are in my prayers. I know what you are going through. I have been there. From one Jersey girl to another, you are strong and will come out of this!! Here if you need to chat!! Xoxo

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much 🤗❤️

[@TruthAlwaysReigns80]

Oh, and I watch your old videos to get my Jo Fix 🤣

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Lol 🤗😘

[@dawnandhallahavingfun5313]

Hugs. 🙃 Do what you need for you. We all need a break. I'll be here waiting. Been thinking of you and miss you. And yes.. all things pass. 💖

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Dawn🤗

[@kathysaleeba3397]

Get better soon Jo. Guilt about your channel is the last thing you need and that we want. We will be happy to have you back, whenever that might be. Hope you get everything sorted out soon.

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thanks so much 🤗

[@SamPoole]

Awww Jo, this breaks my heart to see you like this 😞 the best advice I can give you is…once you’ve reached rock bottom the only direction you can go is up! The storm will pass my friend. Don’t pressure yourself with a time scale to get back to us ..we will all be here when you are ready to come back to creating again 😘 sending lots of love and hugs my friend, take care of yourself xox

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much Sam 🤗❤️✨️🙏

[@Thegrungyrose]

Ya Jo. Good you made this video! Well you look beautiful! And fabulous idea to redo your room. Keep your chin up, we are here and will be however long you need. Big hugs my friend 🤗 ❤️

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much Roxanne 🤗❤️

[@hufwesom]

that's why my addiction is paper. no problem with that 😁 be well Jo and take care of yourself. Maybe it's hard right now but one day soon, you will be stronger and happy about the choices you made. it's for the very best. I am with you. Be strong as you really are inside 😉😉

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much Mannon🤗❤️

[@artfulyama9071]

A little intermission is sometimes needed. Best wishes!❤️

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you 🤗

[@lorrainephillips5013]

Take your time Jo, we will always be here for you,hugs to you and your family.love you

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Lorraine 🤗

[@TruthAlwaysReigns80]

Awww Jo, I can tell you're struggling. I see it in your eyes and on your face. Don't you feel guilty. You are so much MORE than what you do in the crafting world. Focus on you and take as much time as needed. We all love you and support you. You can be beautifully broken. Let the Lord put you back together. He does a perfect job and it's a lifelong process and journey. I thought of you on Mother's Day. I really wanted to message you but I don't have Facebook. I love you, miss you (even though I just found you a couple of weeks ago) and I vow to pray for you. Big bear hugs and lots of love, Sandy 💞

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you so much Sandy I really appreciate you🙏🤗✨️❤️

[@marilynkeller4522]

It is one of the hardest things to do, trust me I know! Keep busy, eat black licorice (it really does help) It will be one of the most rewarding things you will do for yourself!!

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thanks so much Marilyn 🤗

[@PennyPudge]

hi there, thanks for sharing a part of your heart with us. I went through similar feelings when I quit smoking 30 years ago. I did it because I had my first grandchild. Even though the initial beginnings were so tough, working through it all was worth it. Praying for you! hugs.

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you for understanding 🤗

[@TermaMary]

Seeds take time nurture yourself

[@JosJerseyJournals]

🤗 Thank you Mary 😊 🙏 they do.

[@belindasmith9739]

Sending you hugs

[@susanriddle9644]

Take care of YOU!

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Susan 🤗 I'm doing much much better now. Went back to work. Finding it so hard to craft like I used to. But I'll be posting a video soon lol crossing my fingers I miss it so much. 🤗 thank you for caring 🤗😘

[@jennyhughes6597]

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[@JosJerseyJournals]

❤️😘

[@judigullett9060]

Take care of yourself Jo. Hugs!

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you 🤗

[@angelastrozier7467]

I love you sister 🥰

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Love you too 😘

[@PaperPixie]

I was about to DM you then I saw this video! I’m here and there and everywhere if you need me girlfriend xx

[@JosJerseyJournals]

Thank you Reem 🤗

[@barbarawilliams425]

Thanks for the update Josephine. Feel better. I’ll be here when you get back. 💕

[@JosJerseyJournals]

🤗 Thank you Barbara