If you haven’t figured it out yet, I’ll just admit it: I can be sickeningly sappy. At work, I get all serious and business-like when needed. In front of my kids and husband, I get all silly or ‘mummy-ish’.
And, in the face of amazing love, support and encouragement from incredible sources – I get sappy.
And, that’s what I am right now. Just unashamedly sappy.
You see, I can’t begin to express how I feel about the incredible comments, messages, and emails that I’ve been receiving from many of you over the last few days since I shared my news. I really appreciate you all for taking the time to offer your sincere support and encouragement. I am so, so grateful.
Other than these very kind words, I’ve also been receiving some wonderful offers of help — and even opportunities. Many of them are quite exciting. I’m definitely exploring all of them. And, looking forward to the possibilities.
And, as an extra bonus, just shortly after my last post, I was contacted by Fast Company to let me know that I’ve been included in their latest feature of “Most Influential Women in Technology“. Listed, of course, in the Bloggers section. At first, I thought the private Twitter DM was a mistake. I even asked them if they weren’t mistaking me for someone else. But, when I found the link, sure enough, I found myself listed there – together with the likes of Heather Armstrong (of Dooce), Elisa Camahort Page, Jory Des Jardins and Lisa Stone (the BlogHer folks), as well as Gina Trapani (of Lifehacker), among a few others. It’s always an honour to be mentioned alongside these incredible women.
Definitely a nice way to be acknowledged and encouraged.
And very, very sap-worthy.
Oh, and another thing that got me all sappy the last few days: Jade Craven’s post, “25 Awesome Lessons I Learnt from Shai Coggins” (Thanks again, Jade! I learned a couple of awesome things from your post too.)
Kari (3)
Mitch Mitchell (3)
Connie (2)
eds (2)
Rachel Cotterill (2)
Anne (1)
bcylady (1)
Jazzille (1)
macy (1)
Mel W (1)
You’re very talented! Consider this a temporary setback. And I’m glad that aside from your husband and kids, Sasha and your mom are there to support you. I’m sure you’ll be in a new project in no time!
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Shai Coggins reply on February 10th, 2009:
Thanks, Em Dy. It is a setback from a financial viewpoint. On everything else, I believe it’s actually a step towards the right direction.
And yes, families and friends are great to have around on a time like this.
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Every change has its own opportunities, doesn’t it? I’d like to add my support to everyone else’s, and to wish you all the best in working out which of the infinite new possibilities will be the right ones for you.
And congratulations on the feature, it’s always nice to be recognised
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Shai Coggins reply on February 10th, 2009:
Yes, Rachel. You’re very right! Thank you so much for that. It doesn’t always seem to be that way when change initially happens. But, eventually, it often comes that change is the best thing.
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I’m a sap too, and anytime there’s some sort of ‘community’ response to an event I get all choked up. Like when I watched those Extreme makeover shows of people’s homes getting fixed up. The neighborhood rolls in to help and I have instant tears running down the side of my face.
I have every bit of faith that you will come out of this bigger, better and stronger and will be here throughout if there’s anything little ‘ol me can do to make it easier on you!
Keep up the positive thinking!
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Shai Coggins reply on February 10th, 2009:
LOL, Kari. You just kinda described what I do when I watch some of those shows too. Heh. Thanks for the constant cheers and the support. *hugs*
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Congratulations on your nomination, Shai!
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Shai Coggins reply on February 10th, 2009:
Thanks, Eper!
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Hi Shai,
Well, all I can say is that I’m not surprised with all the offers and the nomination. It’s ok to be a bit sappy about it. In my opinion that’s normal. Keep it up.
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Shai Coggins reply on February 10th, 2009:
Hey, Heather. Thanks for that. Makes me feel normal. Somewhat.
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Congratulations Shai. As they say, you can’t put a good man/woman down. Cheers!
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Shai Coggins reply on February 10th, 2009:
Thank you, Janette! I’m glad you think so.
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Looking at your life, there are lots of things to be thankful for — big or small. Knowing that you’re surrounded by these things assures me that you’re alright. Not entirely used to the idea that you’re such a sap but I’d rather see you sappy than angry. I guess it’s in the genes.
Congratulations, sis! I’m sure there’ll be a whole lot more greater things in store! One request though. Once you do see it (or plural) make sure to say, “there it is!” with a stupendous grin on your face! Heehee! (HUG)
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Shai Coggins reply on February 10th, 2009:
Thanks, Sasha. Sometimes, it’s not always easy to keep one’s cool and all that. But yeah, I’d rather try to keep my eyes on The Good Stuff that comes out of this, rather than the not-so-good ones.
And yep, I can be a real sap when guards are down. I don’t like crying in front of people and such. But, I certainly have a good supply of waterworks available when the situation calls for it.
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you already know what i think
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Shai Coggins reply on February 10th, 2009:
Yes, I do AnP. And again, my many many thanks. *hugs*
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All of it — Completely sap-worthy!
Congratulations, Shai! It’s wonderful that all of your hard work and efforts have been and continue to be recognized. You deserve every accolade.
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Shai Coggins reply on February 10th, 2009:
LOL, Nenette. Glad you think that sap power works this time around.
Thanks so, so much!
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