Saturday, January 30, 2016

Farewelling friends....

 Mimi's Rock Cakes...source Simple Savings
 
Hello to the person from Hamilton, Waikato who frequently visits this post. I do not know who you are, nor why you visit here so often, but your visits are noted :)

Some of you know me from a money saving website here in Australia. If you do, you would be aware that they pay me for a newsletter contribution, and have done for some years. That bit of pocket money meant that I felt justified in supporting their very friendly forum, with long stretches of my personal time. It also meant that while there was a bit of extra pocket money attached, the family tolerated my long stints on the computer, playing in that forum :)

That site is now in review mode as they work out how to refresh their business, and their immediate chosen strategy, until they decide where to go next, is to release me from my paid writing commitment to their newsletter, to reinstate an old favourite contributor, who left some time ago after a bit of to-ing and fro-ing. They cannot, apparently, afford us both. The lady in question has been called 'a brilliant writer' hence her comeback, which I confess, stung a little. I never claimed to be a 'brilliant writer', but I always wrote from the heart.

This has been a blow to me as it's come without warning, effective immediately, and whilst I'll miss the money a little, I will miss the friendships, and what I felt I could do to help people see a life beyond poverty and struggle, more.

The way has been left open for me to return in an unpaid capacity whenever I like, but I know that would now be very difficult.

I am both sad and relieved. My own life has moved beyond penny pinching some time ago, and it's only when I return to the site in question, that I feel the savings gene kick in....lol. I deliberately played down our very wonderful trip last year, as I felt it was disrespectful to members who are struggling to pay the mortgage and put food on the table, to share too much. Likewise I do not speak of trips to the ballet, theatre or a plethora of wonderful activities in which we immerse ourselves, for the same reason. There is more to me than a 3 week rotating menu and shopping at Aldi ;-)

I've had a book in the works for some time now, and they have promised to help promote it, so this will free my time to focus on that project.

I will miss you all more than you can ever imagine. That forum has been a lifeline to me in so many ways over the years, and to be displaced through no wrongdoing on my own part, is very hard to take.

Anyone who would like to stay in touch can find me here, of course. Can I ask you, encourage you even, to steer anyone who notes my absence to A Tray of Bliss? They can also email me through here.

One door closes, and another one opens. I wonder what will come next?

With Love, 

Mimi xxx

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  1. Lots of love to you, Mimi xx Fiona

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  2. I'm so sorry. I can only imagine how hurt you must be to have this come without warning and in such a callous way. (((((HUGS))))) I'm glad that you will still be posting here on your blog as I have enjoyed getting to know you and learn from you. Blessings upon you and your book venture!

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    1. Thankyou Debbie. I appreciate the support. Mimi xxx

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  3. Mimi I always loved your section of the newsletter best! For what it's worth, I really enjoy reading about your travels and 'treats'. And not in a 'I wish I was there' way. Reading about the wonderful things you get up to reminds me that what I'm doing at this stage of my life will give me choices later on. I'm still very much in the young children, mortgage payment stage of life and there are days where it feels like what I do isn't getting us ahead at all. I love the way you write, your words have given me a boost on many occasions. I certainly think you are a brilliant writer!!! Thanks Mimi

    Jen

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    1. Jen, I'm glad you see my posts as a way to envisage yourself in the years to come. That is my greatest hope and what I have always strived for. It's lovely to hear that I'm on the right track. Love, Mimi xxx

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  4. Did not realise you did a newsletter as well. I really enjoy your blog and have learnt so many good ideas from going back through your archives as I only found it last year. Thankyou for all you have given us.
    Ruth.

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    1. Thankyou Ruth. It truly has been my privilege. Love, Mimi xxx

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  5. Oh Mimi, I am so sorry in a way but happy in another way as obviously another door will open. Perhaps a book???? I mean who else would say 'I never met a sequin I didn't like'? Ha ha.

    I do love your posts and also love hearing about your travels to places I will never go. I find it so interesting reading about your adventures.

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    1. Lol Chel. Thankyou. Yes. Book is next. But maybe not a 'savings' book as such. More a book on living beautifully on a budget. Stay tuned. Mimi xxx

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    1. Thankyou Gran. And I hear that you have let people at Simple Savings, know that I am here. Thankyou so much. We will stay in touch. Your support during the difficult times of last year, will never be forgotten. Love, Mimi xxx

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  7. Oh Mimi......I feel gobsmacked. You are one of the most loved and appreciated, generous and friendly online person I know. I hope you feel as loved as you are by the members of the aforementioned website. Of course I will be following you here. Much love to you...and thank you for everything.

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    1. Mary, I do feel a bit loved up just now...lol! I am here. I will answer questions and write similar posts. I just won't be on a green and white page. Much love, and thankyou for all your support when I've been low. Mimi xxx

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  8. Mimi I am so sorry that that has happened many hugs. I thought when I read Jackie was back it was for a reason.This makes me very sad.I thank you for your contribution

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    1. Ragdoll, you have been there for me when I needed support when my disabled son still lived at home. I cannot thankyou enough for that, and I will never forget it. Much Love, Mimi xxx

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  9. Mimi - I'm so sorry to hear that you've left SS, it will never be the same & I really hope you are enticed to return. Big hugs. x SP

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    1. Susan, thankyou for coming and commenting here. I will miss your quiet grace and gentle ways too. I hope you will visit me here sometimes. Much Love, Mimi xxx

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  10. Oh dear, I am so sorry. Sorry for you, sorry for us, sorry for the forum. Blessing in your endeavours and I look forward to your book. I have always been amazed at your willingness to share and to genuinely want to help people improve their lives. I wondered if you were paid because you contributed so much, but I guessed if you were paid it wouldn't have been enough to recompense your time and effort. It is a shame that you won't be on there just as another member.

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    1. Del, I was paid only for recipes. EVERYTHING else, every tip, lifestyle hint, sharing of knowledge and life experience, was done from my heart. All of it. Thousands of posts, hundreds of threads, dozens and dozens on internal blog posts. All because I wanted to show people that there was a way out of Struggle Street. I hope that remains as my legacy. I will be here. I've been here all along too. Feel free to visit and ask me anything, as often as you want. Much Love, Mimi xxx

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    1. Thankyou Fairy. Received and will respond soon. Mimi x

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  12. Will be following you here, Mimi. You have so much to offer and are so generous in sharing your skills.

    Ruby

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    1. I'll be thrilled to have you here Ruby. Thankyou...Mimi xxx

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  13. Mimi, I am so sad to hear this news, does this mean you are totally leaving SS or just the newletter part. I so hope that you will still be on SS, it would not be the same without you, everyone appreciates all the effort and great advice you give us all. Big hugs, hope you still stay as a member

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    1. Hello Colleen dear friend. No I have left Simple Savings entirely. I have been so generous with my time and energy there for so long, and feel that whatever business decisions may have to be made, that my unwavering support, loyalty and sheer wealth of knowledge shared, might have given me some brownie points when it came to the crunch. I cannot however battle a long standing friendship where one friend is reaching out to help another in need. If I had to choose between a friend and a business colleague, I guess I would choose the friend too. We all must respect that. I'll be here. I won't be on SS. I'd love you to visit here anytime you like. I respond here just as quickly :) Love, Mimi xxx

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  14. I can't believe this has happened Mimi. I love to read your posts!

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    1. Life goes on S Caroline. It's sad but true. My contribution to Simple Savings remains for everyone to trawl through and be inspired or bored by, according to preference....lol! And of course you can still read my posts right here. Thankyou for taking the time to comment. I really appreciate it. Love, Mimi xxx

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  15. Dear Mimi,
    You were truly the absolute best part of the forum and newsletter and so inspiring. I followed you faithfully and learned so so much from you. I never dreamed I would become your friend as I thought of you as a celebrity.
    Having also suffered "the boot" lol along with Helen I can attest that it takes some getting over especially when you put so much blood sweat and tears into going beyond the call of duty in everyday to help people.
    Be very proud of all you did and the people you inspired.
    Your true followers and friends would follow you to the ends of the earth and certainly to here, your blog!
    You have helped me in so many ways thank you. I am grateful for how I found you but now I know where to find you here and so I haven't lost anything but the forum has.
    Your readers will follow you here and support you!
    With lots of love, Annabel.xxx

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    1. Dear Annabel. You say the loveliest things, and now I'm tearful, and will have to return to finish commenting. Thankyou. Mimi xxx

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  16. Wow! Just wow! Nobody with any sense just sacks one of their "star players". Whether to renew or not has now become an easy decision for me.

    Re your book: I would be happy to help with promotion as I've recently completed a diploma in social media marketing and have been going great guns with my experiments on first Twitter and now Instagram (from zero to 1600+ followers in 14 days). I can also give you info on Facebook ads too - they are easy to do, cheap and highly targeted.

    I'll definitely start spending more time over here from now on...

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    1. Leanne. That's a lovely compliment, thankyou. And I would love to hear some of your social media marketing secrets. Tell me ALL....lol. If you'd like to email me through here, we can talk. Thankyou for the generous offer of help. I really appreciate it. Love, Mimi xxx

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  17. Sorry to hear the news Mimi.

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    1. I will miss you terribly Elizabeth. Love, Mimi xxx

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  18. Oh Mimi that is a rough way to be treated. I was shocked at first but then remembered similar happening to someone else along the way. Makes me rethink my membership. You have always given so much of your time, wise words, inspiration not to mention receipes. Shaking my head. Have always enjoyed your posts whether about your family, food and especially your travel adventures. May your new open door bring much happiness to you and your family.

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    1. Dear Paula. First of all, thankyou for taking the time to come and comment. Thankyou to everyone. I hope that Simple Savings and the legacy I've left there, will be enough for you to remain. It is still a wonderful resource. My new door, I'm sure, holds many surprises....mostly good...lol! Love, Mimi xxx

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  19. Oh my goodness Mimi I am just heartbroken to hear this. You have been so kind to me through the SS forum over the past year and your words of wisdom and inspiration have kept me afloat when I felt myself going under and feeling black. I will be following you here of course. A book written by you would indeed be a blessing to myself and so many others and there is no way that any other writer has the class and grace that you have my dear lady.

    I will email you and I look forward to your blog posts with renewed enthusiasm. God Bless you and many many thanks for all you have done for me.

    Melissa (Mona on the SS forum)

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    1. Dearest, lovely Mel. I'm here. You're here. Nothing has changed. My book will come. I hope that when it finally comes to a fruition, that it meets everyones expectations. God bless YOU Mel, for showing me how to just keep putting one foot in front of the other. Lots of love, Mimi xxx

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  20. Mimi, I was sent a link to your blog and have posted links in a number of threads that you were active in or started. So many people will miss you and would have been confused and concerned by you simply 'disappearing'.

    Even having read your farewell I imagine there will still be much confusion and concern.

    I wish you the best in your endeavours.

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    1. Loran thanks for posting your message on the forum. I wouldn't have known otherwise.

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    2. Me too - thank you

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    3. Thank you for posting Lorax, I would have wondered where Our Mimi had gone.

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    4. Lorax, thankyou. And to you Curly Club, Nanafred and crazycatlady, your kind words mean so much to me. Mimi xxx

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    5. Thank you Lorax, I wouldn't have known if you hadn't put the link in for us to follow. xx LE

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    6. Thankyou again Lorax. A brave move on your part, and one for which you did not need to be admonished like a child. I appreciate all you've done in your support of my move. Love, Mimi xxx

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  21. When the door closes, look through the window. The best of Mimi is yet to come, no holds barred.

    ENGAGE!

    *hugs*
    Kelley~
    Psalm 90:17

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    1. Dearest Kelley. You always know the right thing to say. I know, right....lol! I love that Psalm. Thankyou. Mimi xxx

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  22. oh mimi I am shocked and saddened by this news, though don't often comment on your threads I love reading them... it simply will not be the same place without you...I think they've underestimated your fan base hugely. I wish you all the best with your book, I'll be reading you here even if I don't comment much. xx chickpeas

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    1. I agree that they have under estimated your fan base!!

      It seems that leopards don't change their spots either because they got rid of Penny Wise in a similar way not so long ago. I can't find her blog where she posted about it but at the time she was as shocked and reeling as you are now Mimi.

      So I'm more than a bit surprised that she's gone back for more (I guess she needs the money going by her current blog posts). All I can say is "When people show you who they are, believe them" (Maya Angelou). This is really going to hurt their business in my opinion. Membership sites need their backbone members more than this crowd realise.

      As for you Mimi, as much as it hurts you are now you are resilient and the world is your oyster. Can't wait to buy a copy of your book.

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    2. Chickpeas, thankyou. It's funny that I often forget how many read, yet don't comment. It's a whole secret little club, isn't it...lol. It makes me smile to think you'll do the same here. And dear Anonymous, I feel like I know you, quoting Maya Angelou, but you forgot to leave a name for me to respond to. Thankyou. That quote is most appropriate. Love to you both. Mimi xxx

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  23. I found you through that site, and I am very glad that I did and I will continue to follow your blog. I am sure readers over there will miss your contributions terribly! Good luck with the book, though, as I can't wait to read it!

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    1. Hello Morgan. Thankyou. As I keep saying, I am here. If anyone misses me, I scarcely think Fiona Lippey could object to you or anyone else, directing them to me here. It's been done for others. Why not for me. Thankyou. I can't wait to finish the book so you CAN read it. Love, Mimi xxx

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  24. Shattered and cannot believe this has happened.

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  25. Mimi, I am appalled! I will miss you so much on that forum, but will definitely keep your blog on my watch list. Best wishes for the future and get started on that book, please.
    xx from ffluffy

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    1. Fluffy, I will miss you too. I've started the book ages ago, and God willing, without the forum to distract me, I'll get the jolly thing finished...lol! Much Love, Mimi xxx

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  26. Hello Mimi,
    I do hope that you will continue to blog here and I enjoy your blog very much. I'm sorry to hear what happened to you. Take care and all the best to you.
    Hugs, Julie xo

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    1. Dear Julie. Rest assured that things here at A Tray of Bliss remain unchanged. Thankyou for your lovely thoughts. Mimi xxx

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  27. Mimi-will miss you on the forum. I will be following your blog. Hope your book goes really well. You have a lot of wisdom to sharexxxxx

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    1. Thankyou Janine. It's nice to know I'll be missed. You will all be missed by me as well. Thankyou for taking the time to comment and wish me well. Love, Mimi xxx

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  28. Mimi you will be missed. I followed your threads, lurking and learning from you. There are many things that happen in my home, where the seed was sown from one of your contributions to the forum. It won't be the same without you. You really don't deserve this treatment at all.
    Wishing you the best as you enter through the open door on your next adventure.
    I will be following you here. Thank you so much for all the help you have given to me and my family with your great contributions.

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    1. Dear Anonymous, you forgot to sign your name so I don't know who you are. but thankyou. What a lovely thing to say. Whatever comes next, I'm sure 'adventure' is an apt description. Much Love, Mimi xxx

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  29. Mimi, SS lost a gem. I have read much that you wrote at SS over the years, and was happy to have found you here too! A book?! As they say here in the USA, "you go girl!" Hugs for your loss and cheers for your bright future! Teresa

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    1. Teresa! A U.S. Simple Savings folower! Who knew? I'm cheering for a bright future too. Thankyou for the kind thoughts. Love, Mimi xxx

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  30. Gee Mimi, I only just made the St Louis Cheese Cake recipe yesterday - very scrummy, by the way - and now your position is redundant? I am very sorry to read this this morning. You have always been very kind and supportive and simply a blissful person to know :)
    I wish you all the very best and look forward to your book.
    Cheers
    SummerBreeze

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    1. Thankyou Summer Breeze. I have enjoyed getting to know you, too. Love, Mimi xxx

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  31. This feels similar to losing a very dear friend, I am so so sorry you have been put through this. No matter what the reasons are, you will be very missed, SS has truly lost an icon.
    I am so grateful you still have this blog and I was subscribed to hear your news.
    Thank you for the time you take not only to share your story but the lessons you provide others to live life to the fullest without it costing the earth.
    Much love,
    Tracy

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    1. Dear Tracy. I'm here! That is the best of it really, isn't it. You can still read my waffling, and leave me comments and you get pretty pictures thrown in for good measure...lol! Thankyou for you really lovely comments. I am a bit humbled by it all. Love, Mimi xxx

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  32. I will miss you on the forum Mimi but will get my bit of Mimi on your blog. It will now become a 'regular' for me. Andy

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    1. I'll miss the forum too Andy. It's very addictive though, so perhaps is the reason I hadn't progressed as far as I would have liked with my book. Look out! All sorts will get done now! Much Love, Mimi xxx

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  33. I'm sorry for the hurt they have caused by this bad decision - I seem to remember it happening the same way to P/W in a post that quickly got deleted.

    Many members will of course, miss you heaps, Mimi, but at least we can find you on here. I would have loved to hear about your trip too, btw :)

    Thank you for all the help you offered people and the inspiration on making a lovely home on a shoestring. LLNOE

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    1. Angela, thankyou. I'm a bit overwhelmed by the ruckus my absence has caused. I knew people read and followed but wow. Such an outpouring of affection, I did not expect. Thank YOU for making time to come and visit me here. I hope you'll return often now. Love, Mimi xxx

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  34. I am truly grateful for your blog! As the old saying goes when God shuts a door He opens a window! I trust this will be your case! Have a beautiful weekend! Keep on keeping on...truly blessed with what you write here.

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    1. Lynn, you are precious. What a lovely thing to say. Love, Mimi xxx

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    2. I am still responding to comments, bear with me. Mimi xxx

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  35. Mimi
    I am sad to hear this. Your posts were always thoughtful and I have learned so much over the years and you have encouraged me to try new things. Importantly you showed that one can live both modestly and well and stay true to personal values.
    Kind Regards
    Carol (SA)

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    1. Hello Carol. Thankyou. I am pleased to hear you gained that from my posts. That's what I'd hoped. Mimi xxx

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  36. WOW, I'm so sorry to hear that. It seems to me a very short-sighted decision poorly executed. Yours are about the only threads I read on SS and the only reason I re-joined. You've inspired so many people and you will be greatly missed.

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    1. Monique, I will miss everyone too, but it's time for me to invest the sort of energy I shared with the forum, to further my own projects. I hope you will forgive me. Thankyou for your support. I always knew you were there. Mimi xxx

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  37. Shocked! Will email. Have a super Sunday stylish splurge!

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    1. Thankyou Barb. I will check for your email and contact you. Love, Mimi xxx

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  38. Dearest Mimi

    I was very saddened to read this new this morning. You have been such a big part of my journey, but by following your blog you still will be such a great part of my life.

    As one door closes another door opens and from what I have read here, then this is true. Of course it will hurt and be upsetting as you were a major part of that "world" for so long.

    So it is not "Goodbye" from me at all but "Thank You" for the way you have enriched my life and "Hello again" as I follow you on your new journey

    Love Aly xxx

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    1. Dear Aly. You are so lovely. Yes one door closes, another opens. You know I will welcome you here with open arms. Love, Mimi xxx

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  39. Hugs Mimi xx will miss your posts elsewhere but so glad to follow your lovely blog. Be comforted knowing there are many, many people who employ a little bit of Mimi somewhere during their day, be it a practicality or a Mimi-state-of-mind. Thank you xx (Margy from Melbourne)

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    1. Dear Margy, that is a lovely way to look at it, and makes me a bit teary. Thankyou for couching it so beautifully. Love, Mimi xxx

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  40. Dear Mimi, I am sorry and very sad to hear your news.

    If you are being replaced in the newsletter by who I think it is, that is a such a shame. She may be a brilliant writer, but you are a brilliant person. You are a wonderful role model for many on the forum. You have high morals, you are decent and above all you are extremely kind and generous.

    I wish you all the best.
    Traci

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    1. Hello Traci. Everyone at SS has been so beautiful and supportive. Please now lend your support to the SS team. I am here, and will remain so. I'd love to see you here more often. Not gone. Just moved house :) Love, Mimi xxx

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  41. Dear Mimi, I am so sorry and very sad to hear your news.

    If you are being replaced by who I think it is, that is such a shame. You are a wonderful role model for many on the forum. You have high morals, you are decent and above all you are extremely kind and generous.

    I wish you all the best.
    Traci

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    1. Thankyou Traci. I appreciate that comment more than you know. Mimi xxx

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  42. Hi Mimi, I have been a long time lurker/sometimes poster on the other forum and have learned so much from you - I often quote you to my DH and even he has been known to say - what would Mimi do? Lol. I think your absence will be a great loss to the other forum, but I suspect it will do wonders for yours! Best of luck with it all and I will follow your blog with great interest. xx Sapphire (in the Jewel Box)

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    1. Sapphire, you are lovely. What a sweet man you have...lol! You all know where to find me for a 'Mimi' fix. Love to you..xxx

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  43. Oh Mimi. I just found out, when Lorax, put a link to your blog up. I subscribe to your blog, so not sure why I didn't see it. I am upset. Truly love your threads. Can't believe what has happened. I reckon this has helped me to decide that I wont be renewing my subscription when it is due. To be honest, I like your style of writing much better than previous writer. By the way, cleaned out the linen cupboard. Hugs

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    1. Jan you know where to find me anyway. Nothing has changed here at A Tray of Bliss. Love, Mimi xxx

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  44. I will miss you so much, Mimi. I am probably one of those people who quietly followed you more than you realised. Your posts were always so thoughtful and so insightful. And you are such a lovely, generous lady. I think of you every time I look at the little birds you sent me. I think SS has lost something very valuable, and it just won't be the same now. I hope the hurt heals quickly, and all the comments from people saying how much you mean to them make your heart a little happier. Regus

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    1. Dear Regus, I'm glad the birds are a reminder of our friendship in the forum. I have been completely overwhelmed by the messages from my SS friends and feel very fortunate indeed to have had the opportunity extended to me by SS. I'm here. I will always be here. You are welcome to visit me any time. Mimi xxx

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  45. Mimi, as you can see many of us are shocked and saddened by this sudden urn of events, but thanks to Lorax for linking us to here, to let you know how we feel, and to keep in touch via your blog.
    I love hearing of your travels and adventures, lives ups and downs and they way you carry yourself when sometimes you want to crawl into bed. I'm sure this is one of those moments, but please know we are all with you in spirit, you have done nothing wrong, so, continue on and may your book be a wonderful success!
    Mac from SS

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    1. Dear Mac, I understand that the staff at SS have explained my absence as best they can. Please know that however it happened, it's been a lovely time at SS for me over nine years, and for that I am forever grateful. I hope that at least a few of my friends, will make the effort to follow and comment here. Much love, Mimi xxx

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  46. I wish to remain anonymous for what I will say Mimi (you know me... ballerina teatowel). The perverse side of me is now wondering how many times the lippey's have logged onto tray of bliss or the other few threads about you on SS and gone "oh crap what have we done". I think this is the death knell for a site that has become drab. Your timeless grace, knowledge and generosity will now shine where it should shine - on your blog. Bless you Mimi.

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    1. Hello Ballerina Teatowel. Yes I know you. Lol. You are naughty. I'm sure the Lippeys have done no such thing. I'm sure they are secure enough in the knowledge that they still have a wonderful product that helps many, many people. I wish them every success. Mimi xxx

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  47. Dearest Mimi

    You are the one that has taught me so much. I use and appreciate all the hints and tips that I have gleaned from both you and Annabel.

    My decision has been made that I will not renew my membership when it comes up - although having paid a five year membership that won't be until 2017. SS has become so drab.

    I look forward to your book and will keep following your blog.

    Lots of love,
    Annie B xxx

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    1. Ah Annie. Lovely Annie. What a beautiful thing to say. SS is a wealth of knowledge and life changing habits. Don't dismiss it. Me? I'm here as I keep saying. I'll continue to write the same sort of things, and nothing will change here at least. Lots of love, Mimi xxx

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  48. Shocked but I guess not surprised as I remember this happening before, ironically to the other party that is now back. I too prefer your style of writing and think you gave so much more in terms of SOLUTIONS rather than problems. I read every thread you started as they were always thought provoking and helpful. You are pretty much the only reason I was still reading the forum so I too won't be renewing my membership. I think they have misread what their audience wants. I want solutions and thought provoking content, not whining about personal struggles. Your blog is always open on my tablet and I follow you on Facebook so I look forward to continuing to hear what you have to say. Not your typical gen Y xxx

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    1. That's a very astute observation Gen Y. Solutions was always my goal. Anyone can complain about life dealing them a bad hand. Lord knows I had plenty of tough cards dealt to me. But to find a solution, and make it work. That's a skill. I hope I was able to help members find those solutions. That would make me very happy. Mimi xxx

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  49. I'm so sorry to hear what has happened. You will be greatly missed on the forum and I'm not sure it will be able to recover from the poor way this has been handled. Hold your head up high Mimi. You showed great love and support to all forum members and the loss of your input will leave a huge gaping hole where your comments used to be. All the best with your book. I will call in here to see how you're going. Savingmore.

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    1. Savingmore, I hope that whatever else I did or did not do, I showed that compassion and imagination work, where criticism does not. My absence will allow another lovely person to fill my shoes, of that I am certain. Thankyou. Love, Mimi xxx

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  50. really shocked, all at ss will miss you, just shows that we are all just numbers.

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  51. Dear Mimi, I am so very sorry to hear this news. Not shocked or surprised by it, but so very upset that you have to go through this. I left SS years ago due to poor handling of dear friends contributions, and know that you will be well supported in future endeavours (i.e. Your book!) by those of us who have followed along and been inspired by your example and the way you have shared for years. I love following your blog and know I will love having your book one day soon as well. Love Kaye xoxo

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    1. Thankyou Kaye. You are lovely to say so. I know you know me here, so for you and I, nothing changes. Much Love, Mimi xxx

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  52. Not Goodbye; but Thank You...
    I will keep on following you on your own blog.
    Kind regards
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    1. Hello Angela, and welcome to my other home. I will be pleased to host you and share my life with you here. Love, Mimi xxx

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  53. Love you mimi. Please come back!!

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  54. Oh Mimi, no no no - you are one of the mainstays of the forum, what on earth will we do without you? I always follow your external blog but look forward to ANY post at all from you on the forum. Sadness here, we'll miss you greatly. Sad that you have been 'released' from you 'duties' as I feel you contribute greatly to them and I can't see why the two of you can't share - your posts are very different to each other so there would be no clashing there. I think it's a very unwise move on their behalf - but it's our big loss. I for one will continue as always to follow your blog, and Annabel's too. Cheers, Pam (Pumpkin Patch) (PS My recipe book has a lot of recipes beginning with 'Mimi's........' - I use so many of them in every day use.

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    1. Hello Pam. I just said in an email to another SS friend, that I wouldn't be much of a teacher if I kept propping up my 'students', would I. Whatever changes you all think I've wrought in your lives, have been implemented by YOU. I've just gently suggested, and you've done the rest. Do not underestimate yourself. I'm flattered to be featured at your dinner table. Love, Mimi xxx

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  55. You are right, sweet friend, one door closes and another one opens. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know how your heart must be hurting and the sting is most definitely there... I love your writing, dear Mimi, and I find you so inspirational. YOu are such a ray of sunshine and joy!

    Keep pressing forward, dear one. Sending love and hugs to you!

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    1. Thankyou lovely Stephanie. You always know the right thing to say. Love, Mimi xxx

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  56. Dear beautiful Mimi, I was shocked and absolutely thought it was some sort of hoax that you were leaving. I cannot believe it. It just screams poor sense to me. I thank you for all your time you have poured into that forum. I haven't posted much, for lack of confidence, but I always greatly admired you and respected you. I often think of you when making decisions in my life and your guidance has led me to being so happy. How can I thank you for that?! You will be missed dreadfully, but that is their loss, not yours. Write those books. You are a brilliant writer. I am shocked at their decision making.....can't wait to read your next post. You are a star and we love you! Love, bridge (aka blueskies)

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    1. Dear Bridge, I am so uplifted by all of the messages of support, and feel that my contributions were appreciated...especially the ones for which I was NOT paid, which I guess are the ones to which you refer. I'm pleased and humbled that you think that anything I have written has improved the quality of your life. I'm thrilled to have helped. Much love, Mimi xxx

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  57. I am another who is shocked by what has happened. You always gave such wonderful advice to everyone and will be sadly missed by the forum members. Not sure that I will renew my subscription in December, first Annabel then you, you both bring joy into peoples lives. Maggie

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    1. Dear Maggie. Sometimes change is good. There were many saying that things had become stale. Perhaps this will be the breathe of fresh air so badly needed. You know where I am now. Don't be a stranger. I have appreciated your support during the last 12 months, so very much. Love, Mimi xxx

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  58. In a nutshell, I think you have successfully practised what you've preached and have been an inspiration to many people (myself included), sharing your wonderful skills and knowledge to live well, and within your means. Thank you for that. The other "brilliant writer" is returning to the forum in a seemingly worse financial position than when she left. I certainly don't wish her any ill-will, but I know who I'd rather get advice from. Maybe SS thinks more people will stop to look at a train wreck rather than appreciating the train that runs to schedule?

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    1. Thankyou. That was always my intent. I love that you said so. Much love, Mimi xxx

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  59. Well, Mimi, my friend, this is disappointing, and what an outpouring from everyone! I know you will keep doing what you do. You know what...after reading these comments can I say how beautiful you are to do my Flora workshop and meet me for coffees after I reached out to you via the blogs. You are in demand!
    I love these comments. Xx

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    1. Dear Flora. I will continue to do what I've done for the last 9 years. Show people how to live well, no matter their budget. It's an important lesson. I feel equally privileged to have found you Flora. Don't underestimate how much your style and wit, have influenced me. Love, Mimi xxx

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  60. Hello Mimi so shocked and stunned. always read your posts on the forum. You are a truly generous wise person who is very real with real life issues too. That's what's so appealing. Always striving to do better. You are an Inspiration to many me included PAM from SS xx

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    1. Dearest Pam, please know that I feel blessed to have been part of the SS family for so long. I feel equally blessed to now have the time to pursue my own dreams. I hope you'll visit me here often. Mimi xxx

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  62. Hello Mimi, I am so sorry to see you go. xxx

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    1. Hello, I wish you'd signed your name so I knew who you were. But whoever you are, my SS friend, thankyou. I am sorry to go. But I'm still here. You know where to find me now. Mimi xxx

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  63. Dear Mimi , I will miss you greatly on SS as I was quietly following several of your thread topics.I expect reading all the responses here will be teary for you and hope you find comfort form the many words spoken ,and recovery also from being unwell this last week.I told my Dsil and she said ..."not the Onion Confit MIMI!" and DH has had to tell me to quieten down today,in my responses ,I just told him my hayfever onset today contributed ;-) Look forward to your book and seeing you here , much love IK xxx

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    1. IK, yes it's been a teary time. I am utterly overwhelmed to be honest. I am looking forward to whatever comes next though. It's exciting being master of your own destiny. You SIL is lovely, and so are you dear Maria. Mimi xxx

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  64. Just stunned lovely. Glad to hear of your book and positivity. I'll still be here reading and cheering.

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  65. Mimi, Just a very big thank you for all of your helpful hints,recipes etc etc over the years.I could always count on you to have something that would suit and even when needing help with a recipe,you would always reply promptly.
    I dont do goodbyes very well,so i will just say thank you from the bottom of my heart and please know that you will be missed on SS greatly...
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    1. Hello Jaye. I'm glad to have been a positive influence. From the bottom of MY heart, thankyou for your support. I will miss you too. Love, Mimi xxx

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  66. Dear Mimi, I am mainly a lurker and occasional poster on SS. I joined around the same time as you and I am a similar age. I always enjoyed reading your posts. I am sorry to see you go. Thinking of you, Elisabeth L

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    1. Dear Elisabeth, I think there is a season or a reason for many things in life. For now, the reason and the season for being at Simple Savings is fuzzy. I am sorry to go too. Thankyou for whatever support you offered me during my time at SS. Mimi xxx

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  67. Oh drat and poop. Mimi love you, your commitment and your style. Thank you for all that you have given us. Hugs xxx

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    1. Drat and poop from me too Nicole...lol! Thank YOU for all you have given me. Love, Mimi xxx

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  68. Very sad and shocked at the way this has been handled as much as the decision. Glad I found the blog.


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  69. You will be missed, thank you for your wonderful posts.

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    1. Thankyou. As I keep saying, I will miss all of YOU too. You are lovely to visit me here and let me know you're thinking of me. Love, Mimi xxx

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  70. Add another shocked SS fan to your condolences :-(

    The Lippeys need to take a serious look at their business plan, as it is serious trouble.

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    1. Hello Tassie Bound and thankyou. To be fair, I think that is what the Lippeys are doing. They can only do what they think is best for whatever reason. I appreciate your support though. Love, Mimi xxx

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  71. hi Mimi,
    so sorry to hear your news. I didn't know you wrote elsewhere. I look forward to reading your blog and have been going through your archives. please don't stop writing, you have a gift. You are an inspiration to me and many others, you have integrity which is in short supply elsewhere. I think a lot of people are not going to renew subscriptions to SS by the sounds of things. You will get through this like the lady you are. Thinking of you. Love Ann

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    1. Dear Ann, I am happy to welcome you here. I will get through this. Onward and upward! Lots of love, Mimi xxx

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  72. Hi Mimi
    Sorry to hear you have been treated so shabbily by the SS owners but I am sure you can turn the situation into shabby chic. SS has lost a wonderful member
    Your posts will be sorely missed by the current members of SS.
    I will look forward to reading you blog posts here,
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    1. It's okay Sadie. I have many doors opening to me already. Who knows where I'll end up. Maybe nowhere, maybe somewhere exciting. Tomorrow is a new day. I'll welcome you here any time. Love, Mimi xxx

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  73. Dear Mimi, sorry for what has happened to you. You are strong and will get through this with the help of you loyal fans. I have spent some time this morning copying some of my favourites of you many recipes and hints as I don't want to loose them. People say if life give you lemons, make lemonade. Bet your recipe would be the best. Cheers Katie

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    1. Good morning Katie. You won't lose any content of mine from the forum. It's there for all to use and enjoy as my legacy. Never fear. I love what you said about the lemonade. How gorgeous. Love, Mimi xxx

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  74. Dear Mimi, like everyone else I to am shocked that you will no longer be on the forum. Your posts are always eagerly awaited & you are such an inspiration to me. SS will be a much more dull with you gone. I will, however, continue to follow you on here.
    Here's to you making lemon curd from the lemons :-)
    Libby (aka Yibble) xx

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    1. Libby, like others, I will welcome you here with open arms. There's more to me than a few recipes and life hints. Love, Mimi xxx

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  75. Mimi, I just wanted to wish you well after this SS turn of events. It is clear from your involvement in the forum that you are wise, compassionate, with grace and humility. You have given your thoughts, ideas and inspiration very generously for so long and we the humble members of SS will miss you a lot.

    But, as my father says: "who knows what is good news and what is bad news", so lets hope this is ultimately good news for you as it will give you more time to pursue other avenues.

    All the best for the future, Wendy

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    1. Hello Wendy, and thankyou. Your father was a wise man. I will heed his advice. All the best to you too. Love Mimi xxx

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  76. I'm so sorry. I hope that this sudden change brings good things for you in the future. I really believe when a door closes that there will be a window of opportunity. I love your blog. Thanks for following mine.

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    1. Hello Katie. It is status quo here at A Tray of Bliss. Thankyou for your kind words. Love, Mimi xxx

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  77. Oh Mimi, I'm so sad to read that you've been 'let go' in such a way. You provided the heart and soul of SS and I have to confess that after nearly a decade of devoted, daily attention to the SS forum, I can't find the same friendship or shared experiences that I used to. I realised that I was visiting to read about Raine, Lorax and you, and now there's not much left. (All respect to Lorax, of course.)

    I hope you will be happy with all you achieved there, and I hope you feel the love of so many whose hearts you lifted with your joy in all that you did, and your incredible ability to say just the right thing and bring comfort when someone was sad or stressed. You're a very special lady, Mimi, and thank you for all that you've done to make our lives that bit nicer. I can't imagine SS without you.

    Big hugs and happiness to you and yours.

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    1. Hello, and I feel like I know you, but you didn't sign your name so I'm sorry, I don't know how to address you! I'm so touched by your thoughts and want you to know that my SS friends have impacted on me too. It's been a two way street and I have also learned from my experiences with Simple Savings. I am not gone, just moved house to here. Love, Mimi xxx

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  78. Hi Mimi, I was so sorry to hear of what had happened via Lorax. I have been in a similar position and know how deeply it hurts. Although the forum will not be the same without you, once you recover from this I believe your life will be better, stronger and you will go on to do great things. This is your time now. I will continue to follow your blog with interest. BTW you have inspired me to comment on a blog, a first for me. All the very best, Sue aka Virgo Girl

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    1. Dear Sue. Thankyou. I am always better and stronger no matter what life throws my way, never fear. I am thrilled to have inspired you to comment on a blog. More commenting from you, I say! Lots of love, Mimi xxx

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  79. Dear Mimi,
    thankyou for all you have given us other the years on the forum - my watchlist will be missing a huge chunk of wisdom and sunshine.
    luckily I can lurk here and get my inspiration, the above posts show just how much people care for you and your family and how you have impacted our lives.
    we eagerly await your book - no pressure :)
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    1. You guys have been my sunshine too Bevo. The forum has given me so much and added greatly to my life over a decade. Thank YOU from me. Book coming :) Mimi xxx

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    1. Thankyou E. Clare. Thankyou for your friendship. I hope you'll visit me here sometimes. Mimi xxx

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    2. Taking a break. Back soon to continue responding. Please bear with me. Mimi xxx

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  81. Dear Mimi, you will be tremendously missed on the forum. Thank you for all the time, posts, recipes, advice, tips and encouragement you have given from the heart.
    All the best,
    Krackle.

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    1. Dear Krackle. Thankyou for taking the time to visit. It's nice to know I've been appreciated. Mimi xxx

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  82. Hi. I'm not even sure I know how to join a blog but will give it a go! I'm so sorry you've been treated this way but I hope its a time for better things to come. Recently I've needed to again tighten my purse strings and whose name jumped into my head?? Yours! Thanks for everything you've done and will continue to do in helping others.xx

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    1. It's okay sunny girl. Everything happens for a reason. I'm sure the path in front of me is a good one. That's a lovely thing to say, and I'm flattered. I guess I did what I set out to do. Thankyou for saying so. Mimi xxx

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  83. Ohhh Mimi, I feel so betrayed and very shocked. I have bookmarked your Blog so I can get my Mimi fix. May only good things come your way. xxx

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    1. I'm sorry you feel betrayed. I just need to find my own feet for a bit. I hope you'll forgive me. Love, Mimi xxx

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  84. Ohh Mimi, I feel betrayed and shocked for you. Thank YOU for keeping most of us sane. I wish only good things to come to you. xxx
    Life's Evolution

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    1. When things don't go your way, it's because there's something better around the corner, Life's Evolution. I know that and I'm sure you do too. Let's be patient and see what happens. Love, Mimi xxx

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  85. Hi Mimi, I have saved your blog in my favourites and look forward to reading your posts. I am a lurker on SS and often looked for your threads and posts.

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    1. Thankyou Anonymous SS Lurker...lol! I'd love to know who you are so I can address you by name next time. Looking forward to hearing from you again, and thrilled to have your as a follower. Love, Mimi xxx

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  86. Everyone gets a turn eventually! C'mon haven't we all seen this happen to other firm favourites over the years? Are you all genuinely surprised?

    Your paragraph below smacks of sour grapes. Feeling that way and not leaving speaks volumes.

    "I am both sad and relieved. My own life has moved beyond penny pinching some time ago, and it's only when I return to the site in question, that I feel the savings gene kick in....lol. I deliberately played down our very wonderful trip last year, as I felt it was disrespectful to members who are struggling to pay the mortgage and put food on the table, to share too much. Likewise I do not speak of trips to the ballet, theatre or a plethora of wonderful activities in which we immerse ourselves, for the same reason. There is more to me than a 3 week rotating menu and shopping at Aldi ;-)"

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    1. Who are you Anonymous? I always find it interesting that the rude comments aren't signed. We're not on SS now, and this is MY blog, so if you expect me to be gracious, forget it. Everyone else, you're about to see a side of me not often aired. YOU are rude and nasty. I think I know who you are. You've been here before and tried to spread your nastiness. I don't know how you could read anything I've said as sour grapes. You must have a really twisted view of the world and my contribution to Simple Savings and how much my OWN life has changed in the last nine years if you read 'sour grapes' into that comment. I remained respectful to other members who had the sorts of financial struggles that I have had for most of my life, by playing down the good things that I am now able to enjoy. Sounds like sour grapes from your side if you ask me. What a spiteful soul you are. I'd be a pretty poor example of how to save money if I was still moaning and whingeing about stuff, nearly ten years down the track wouldn't I. I don't even know what your comment is meant to achieve, other than to belittle the other 90 or so supporters who have made their way here, and the 100+ more who have emailed me privately, as a measure of support and respect for all I have contributed to the forum over the last decade. Which I'm sure YOU know is substantial to say the least. What have YOU contributed other than your own version of sour grapes. I bet you're puckering right now. As for 'everyone getting a turn eventually', that's a bit rude and disrespectful to all concerned, isn't it? Fiona Lippey has done what she needed to do, and so have I. As did those who have had their season or reason for being in the forum before me. Don't bother coming back for another comment. I won't publish the next one. Begone wicked Sprite. Spread your evil somewhere else.

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    2. Thankyou Lea. SS might have to tolerate the nasty naysayers of the world because they pay to be there. Fortunately, I do not, and anyone being nasty here gets one say, and one only, and then only so I can respond to their cowardly comments. Because they are ALWAYS Anonymous. Pathetic. Mimi x

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  87. Sorry to hear that you are no longer a member Simple Savings. I like to wish you all the best in the future and one day you may feel its right to return there.
    I will try to answer any questions that may come up if I can or send them over to this blog to ask you here!
    I will try to drop in from time to time. Claire M.

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    1. Dearest Claire. I have to thank you for the never ending task you perform for Simple Savings, in making information easier to find. I have ideas and recipes buried in the forum that even I cannot find, and then lo and behold, there you are with an index for it. You are truly amazing and I hope the work you do is noted and appreciated. I thankyou for all you have done for me. I am happy to answer questions or field ideas for posts here, from any of my SS friends. And I would be deeply honoured to see your name popping up here from time to time too. You are a treasure Claire. Honestly. Love, Mimi xxx

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  88. Dear Mimi. I wanted to reach out to you in what is clearly a confusing and difficult time and wish you the very best. I don't know all that has transpired, but the forum is truly poorer for having lost you.

    Your efforts to be kind and inspire us to make our own little worlds lovelier is so appreciated.

    A special mention must be made for your Salted Caramel & Ginger Chicken Thigh Cutlets recipe which is so delectable. lol. - I do love this dish. Thank you for generously sharing your gifts, skills and knowledge.

    I know you will rise from this latest trial and continue to shine. with loving regards, Jane (Pearls and Lace)

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    1. Hello Jane. Thankyou. That is a lovely parting message from you. Yes, that one was a particularly good recipe, wasn't it. Lip smacking. I'm glad it was a hit at your place. Maybe you'll think of me when next you serve it. I will miss your grace and kindness more than you know. Mimi xxx

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  89. Just bookmarked your blog. This has made my decision to not renew quite easy. Your threads were amongst only a handful I read after many years... I got tired of starting posts and commenting and getting judgemental comments in return that the last few years I have only read a few posts. You have always been amongst my favourite a and your recipes grace my table many times. I have many Mimi recipes printed out and bound, including your original books, and refer to them often. In the last few years I have really enjoyed how your posts have changed and matured with a change in life, I have related closely to it both having older boys and younger daughters close in age to your children, and a dancer to boot in the mix.

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    1. Lovely Anonymous friend...I can't thank you by name as you didn't put one in, but that's okay. I am saddened and disappointed to hear that you were judged harshly by anyone in the forum. I think it happens to us all, and we just have to pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off and be more wary of that person next time. You might see above a few posts ago, that one such person followed me here. Alas for them, they will not get a second hearing. They must have been very disappointed when their nastiness didn't appear 'poof', like it does in the forum. Ahhhh...comment moderation. It's a wonderful thing. Now for you from now, I hope you will follow me here. I love hearing that I have a kindred spirit, whose life path is similar to my own. Yes, we have much in common. I hope you'll visit me here often, and next time, remember to sign off with either your own name or a nom de plume by which I can refer back to you. Much Love, Mimi xxx

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  90. So sorry you have left SS as yours was one of only 3 or 4 threads I read. I stopped making new threads and commenting a number of years ago after some not very supportive comments and have only lurked for a few years. I will not renew my membership now as the whole site has changed. There have been many wonderful posters leave over the last few years and the whole feel has changed. I will continue following your story here and as a mum of older boys and teenage girls, one being a crazy dancer too, and a grandma to boot, your blog is so relatable

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    1. Escape to the country, is that you from the above comment? Or do I truly have two SS friends whose lives parallel mine? If so, let me assure you, that nobody is nasty to anyone but me here, or if they are, their comments simply remain unpublished in my spam folder. If you are another SS friend, then likewise, I am happy to find a twin in the cyberworld. I hope to see more of you. Much Love, Mimi xxx

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  91. Mimi you will be sadly missed

    Mary F

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  92. Mimi wishing you well. You will be sadly missed by so many

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  93. Hello Mimi,
    I also comment very little on SS but have so enjoyed all your contributions. I know the forum will not be the same, you were the main stimulator of so many interesting threads and discussions, ever willing to help and always gracious. The type of person I wish I had as a friend.
    God bless you in your future endeavours.
    Love, Ronniie

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    1. Thankyou Ronniie. I hope to remain friends with my SS followers through here. Please feel free to pop in anytime. I respond as quickly to comments here, as I did in the forum, and I would love the opportunity to call you my friend. Love, Mimi xxx

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  94. Hi Mimi
    I wanted to tell you how sorry I am and that even though I didn't post a lot at SS I usually visit most days. One of the ways that you have made an impact on my life is that I have started to use my beautiful tea cups that I never used. I have a beautiful tea set that was given to me By my mum and also some trios that were given to me, one from my late nana another from my late mother in law and another from a friend who knows how much I love pretty things. I never used them before because they were "too good". anyway thank you for all that you gave and continue to give and know that when I am making a cup of tea you often pop into my head.
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    1. Oh Rough Diamond, I am thrilled to hear this. All the tiny things that we can do to improve our quality of life, even when money is scarce, really do make a difference. I bet your late Mother-in-Law and Nana would be thrilled. Just because something is functional, doesn't mean it has to be ugly. That's my mantra. And anything that is beautiful AND functional, gets pride of place in my home. Teacups and saucers are a gorgeous example. I use mine every single day. A different one for each cup of tea, and that amounts to quite a few in a day. I rinse them, dry them and put them away again, as soon as I've finished my cuppa. Do you do that too? I'm proud of you. Love, Mimi xxx

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  95. I honestly don't know why people have to be so nasty. I absolutely love your blog. I don't know you but from what I read you sound kind, thoughtful and in fact a lovely person. Of course our lives change. Yes, we get more money, more opportunities to do more things BUT I know that however much things change we never forget those times when we had nothing. Carry on writing and I'll carry on enjoying. Ronnie, London. (England) x

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    1. Ronnie, what a wonderful observation from you. Yes. However things might change, the hard times shape who we are, and remembering when we had little, helps us appreciate when life is abundant. Thankyou for your lovely comment. Love, Mimi xxx

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I love hearing from you! I always respond to comments, so don't be shy! Mimi xxx