All good things must come to an end – and so it is with my little paperware business. I am finding this news surprisingly easy to share. I thought it might be difficult to say goodbye to something I’ve nurtured and grown and invested in for several years. Of course it tugs ever so slightly at my heartstrings {how could it not?} but it feels “right” to be closing the door on this part of my life at this time.
I’ve adored {for the most part ;)} the trials and tribulations of small business ownership – the experiences and opportunities have been exceptional. I feel privileged: to have been able to work from home whilst raising my children and also to have also known success in business. I also feel proud: I dared to dream out loud and in the process created something I can hang my hat on.
This has shades of déjà vu I know – I addressed a similar concern nearly a year ago. When that post was written I had full intention of dropping my business from full-time to part-time, however, fate had other ideas and I simply couldn’t say no – more wholesale clients, increased online trade, several features in print media, published in a design book and large corporate gigs requiring staff and little sleep.
However, even with all that growth and potential, I now choose “no”... with absolute gratitude of course, but still “no”. Why? Because I am being pulled in a competing direction by my other passion: education. I’ve been studying a BA/BTeach part-time for over 8 years, and now the time has come to make my qualifications and future employment my priority.
This doesn’t mean you’ve absolutely heard the last of me creatively though! That would never do. I will still be very much involved in the enterprise Making Spaces for its duration {which I’m very excited about – Sydney based creatives ought to take a peek}.
We’ll officially be closing our online stores on Thursday 30th June 2011.
Thank you SO MUCH for all of your support, encouragement, friendship, sideline cheering and all the rest. Words aren’t enough, but it’s sincerely felt I assure you. It’s been a wonderful ride :)
♥
9 comments:
well i for one will be very sad to not see you at the markets. you have been so generous with your market knowledge and advice and cheering others on. you even shared your eftpos machine...sniff...
but i wish you every success and happiness with your future career.
you are a sweetheart xxx
good luck with future endeavours kirsten.
it has been lovely working with you over the past year or so.
jen x
That is such sad news!!! I loved buying from your store and will have to stock up before you close!
I'll miss you...
nooooooooooooooooooooo!
Sounds like the right decision for you, best of luck in the new career!
@Jodesmac: thank you SO much for your lovely words Jodie - you know, I've especially enjoyed watching your business grow from strength to strength and wish you equal success and happiness in the coming years :)
@giftboxology: Jen, likewise on both counts :)
@Caitlin, you are so sweet - I will still be lurking about the place in one way or another I'm sure :)
@planettreasures: I promise to stalk you in Kmart still Tess ;)
@Eoin: thank you so much :)
What a big & brave decision! Sounds like the next step in life is an exciting one and I wish you every bit of luck - enjoy your new journey.
Oh Kirsten - what will I give my preps this year? LOL Joking - best of luck in your new adventures. I am popping over to your store now to stock up.
Congrats fo having the courage to change your path. May it me a smooth transition for you.
Wishing you all the best. As a teacher myself I know how important it is to have creative and innovative teachers so you will be a blessing to any school!
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