
We all know the last two years have been rough. And I am sure we are glad that 2021 is over. In addition to world events I lost my mom in 2020, nothing can really prepare you for that. It is a slow climb out of mourning but there is light at the end of tunnel. Life can be difficult we all know that, but it is true that time heals all wounds, or least lessens them. Currently I am in the process of selling my mom’s house, and as you can imagine this is no easy task.
I don’t even think I will make Fashion Week this season, I just have too much going on with selling the house and moving.
I also signed a lease on a new apartment which is great, but they do not allow pets, so in addition to losing my mom I have to find homes for her two cats. I was going to keep them but now I cannot, then my sister said she would take them, but now she says she can’t, so that is another sad element I am struggling with. Clearing out a house someone has lived in for over fifty years is no joke, and doing this with a full-time job eats up all of my time and leaves me exhausted. I don’t even think I will make Fashion Week this season, I just have too much going on with selling the house and moving. I will be glad when all of this is behind me, but this is why I have been M.I.A and I am not on the blog all that much. But I will be back soon! Wish me luck and I will see you all on the other side!

Karalee Shotola
January 9, 2022Take all the time you need. I understand you have a lot going on with selling your mom’s home & rehoming your cats. I hope everything will go well & you’ll be back soon.
Jennifer
January 10, 2022I was actually thinking about you the other day! You’ll get through this.
Jennifer
Curated by Jennifer
Regine Karpel
January 10, 2022Praying for you and good luck.
http://www.rsrue.blogspot.com
FASHION TALES
January 10, 2022Sorry to hear what you’re going through. I definitely understand and had to do the same when my best friend passed away, it was a lot. I hope the time off will help you, time away can definitely be a good refresher sometimes. Happy 2022! Sending positive productive vibes to you for a new start!
Woman Today
January 10, 2022I can not immagine what you are going through… The fact that you have to sell the hause is a difficult moment, a second loss because is the place where you knew your mother was safe. I am sure that you will get through it and you will become stronger because you did what a good doughter does, you honoured your mum in every moment.
I am sad for her cats but I am sure that they will make happy other persons too.
Hope 2022 will give you so many beaufitul things and will repay all your sacrifices. Hugs!
Hena Tayeb
January 10, 2022I wish you the strength to get through the house clearing and selling.
Lovely
January 11, 2022That’s no easy feat. I hope everything goes smooth for you. Good luck. Wishing you only the best for 2022!
xoxo
Lovely
http://www.mynameislovely.com
mia
January 12, 2022Sending you virtual hugs, Allie! It definitely sounds like you have a lot on your plate; take all the time you need – we will be here waiting when you come back! x
mia // https://miasdiyprojects.com/
Gingi Freeman
January 12, 2022Happy 2022 my friend!! I’ve missed reading your blog! <3
Mira
January 12, 2022I definitely understand and had to do the same when my best friend passed away, it was a lot. I hope the time off will help you, time away can definitely be a good refresher sometimes.
Love
You are welcome to Downoad all new books for free now
Comfy Cozy Up
January 12, 2022Sorry for all the difficult changes, I know things will get better. I am being hopeful that 2022 is a great year.
https://www.comfycozyup.com
Diana
January 12, 2022Hi dear,
trust me you will get through this!
been there done there 🙂
Diana
http://www.ferbena.com
Laura Bambrick
January 13, 2022You have so much on your plate, especially emotionally. Take your time to sort through it all and process. The blog will be here when you are ready again!
Kathrine Eldridge
January 13, 2022Praying for you my friend! Missing fashion week is fine and keep focusing on your needs. Wishing you a peaceful 2022.
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Ivana Split
January 13, 2022I wish you luck. Selling the home is always a lot of work….and moving is always stressful. On top of a full time job, it’s no wonder you have no time left. I hope you will find a nice home for her cats, there are people out there who are very open to adopting adults cats. All the best to you in 2022.
Emmy
January 13, 2022Allie, as the others have said, take all the time you need. What you are going through takes such a tremendous amount of strength, not only physically but mentally. (((BIG HUGS))) I am truly sorry to hear that not only are you doing the selling and cleaning up, but the fact that you have to lose her cats too…I’m sure they will go to a great home though, and all will turn out well. “This too shall pass.”
Lucía
January 13, 2022Oh Allie, I’m so sorry to hear this, you must take the time you need, we will be here for you when you come back 🙂
All my best wishes and prayers sweetie <3
http://www.luciagallegoblog.com
Anika
January 13, 2022I’m sorry to hear about you mom, it can’t be easy processing the aftermath at all. All the best!
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thank you so much!
Ashley
January 13, 2022Sending you hugs and prayers, Allie! I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you, and so time consuming. I will be saying a special prayer for your mom’s cats. As an animal lover (and momma to two rescue cats), my heart breaks just with the thought of that. I will be praying they get a very special, loving home, just as I’m sure your momma provided them with.
Can’t wait to see you back again, but please take time for you during this difficult season and I have no doubt, things will become brighter for you!
Make Life Marvelous
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thanks doll, yes it was hard, in some ways more stressful then if I had to put them to sleep. But my friend who found them the new home is a vet and of course an animal lover so I trust her judgement. Thank you for your kind words.
Jelena Dimic
January 14, 2022I’m sorry that you’re facing all these struggles, including the need to find a home for your mum’s two cats. Sending you all the love in the world for you to find the best solution. Wishing you a much happier and prosperous 2022. <3
http://www.couture-case.com/
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thank you, yes it was quite sad giving up the cats. But I know they are in a good home.
Marisa Cavaleiro
January 14, 2022Hi
I wish you all the luck in the world in this delicate task of yours, I believe it’s not easy to get rid of memories, furniture and kittens!
xoxo
marisasclosetblog.com
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thank you Marisa, so true!
Juliana Ferreira
January 14, 2022Sucess for you, and the best for you in 2022
Kisses
http://www.pimentadeacucar.com
Kinga
January 16, 2022So sorry to hear about these hard things for you, I hope that 2022 will be better.
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Yes I hope so too!
Marie
January 16, 2022Sorry about your mom, dear. Take it easy with the selling and moving, give yourself time to rest too at least for a few days.
Take care always, carina!
Marie
https://theflowerduet.blogspot.com/
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thank you so much I will😊
Missy May
January 16, 2022Sorry to hear that about your mum and all the hustles you going through, Allie. My sincere condolence and all the best with selling of the house. Much love to you.
https://www.missymayification.co.uk
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thank you hun🙏😘
Panty Buns
January 17, 2022You have my extremely heartfelt sympathy and condolences for all you have had to deal with and have been going through.
I knew things were rough for you and your sister both financially and emotionally after your mum passed away,
but I did not realise at the time the magnitude of it all.
I am a sentimental person and lost both my own adoptive mother and later my natural mother many years ago,
but did nor have to let go of as much as you have. I have felt quite sad just trying to think what to say.
You have soldiered through it amazingly.
I was just watching your video titled NYFW SS 2022 Vlog | ALLIE NYC – YouTube again.
Best wishes for much better times, health, success and much happier times in Year 2022 and in all the years thereafter,
xx <3
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thank you so much, such kind words. I am sorry you lost both you adoptive and real moms, you know how it is. I am looking forward to the next chapter and kind of getting back to normal. And so glad you liked my NYFW coverage, that is my goal.
Itzel Najar
January 18, 2022Good luck with everything!
kisses!!!
https://www.itzytrendy.com/2022/01/2022-here-we-go.html
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thanks doll!
Ann
January 18, 2022I’ve lost my Mom 2004 and up till now there is a void in my heart because of my loss.
I totally get what you are going through ♥
Ann
https://roomsofinspiration.blogspot.com/
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Yes it is something that is always there, you just learn to live with it.
Nancy Chan
January 19, 2022Happy New Year to you. Hope everything gets done smoothly.
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thank you so much!
Ashley
January 19, 2022I totally get it- you’ve got a ton on your plate. Moving is stressful, selling a house (especially one that belonged to your mom! For 50 years!) is super stressful. Sending you good vibes, babe!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022It is, not fun but I do have a new place so looking forward to decorating it. I will be happy to be on the other side of all this.
Kathleen
January 19, 2022Hope everything goes ok for you <3
Kathleen / http://www.madeinthe1990s.com
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thank you doll.
Kate
January 20, 2022Sending all the hugs your way with all you have going on. Grief is so unpredictable, and adding in a big move and saying goodbye to pets who are our family makes it even harder. Hopefully you can get to one of the Fashion Week events which will help you escape for a bit <3
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Yes I hope to get one at least lol. Yeah giving up the cats after everything else was a bit rough. And Thank you.
Aimsy
January 23, 2022Oh, Allie, I am so sorry for your loss! I hope everything goes smoothly and the process gets easier for you.
Sending you all the positive vibes and love to you and your family.
Take care, Aimsy xoxo
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Yes it does get better with time. Thank you.
Diana
January 23, 2022Everything is gonna be okay dear!
Sending virtual hug and loves!
Diana
http://www.ferbena.com
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thank you for your kind words
Krissi Sophie
January 24, 2022I wish you all the best for that big endeavor! It will all turn out the way it’s supposed to <3
Lots of Love,
Krissi of the marquise diamond
https://www.themarquisediamond.de/
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Yes it will, and thank you
Rafaela Biscassi
January 25, 2022I wish all is well with you.
And I’m sorry about your mother.
http://www.paginasempreto.blogspot.com.br
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Thank you!
Mica
January 26, 2022So sorry that things are still so rough for you! I hope that you find time and space to process everything and are able to finish up the house selling process soon!
The blog will always be here when you have capacity for it again!
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Indeed it will I will not be gone too long : )
Margot
January 26, 2022Take care of yourself.
I really hope this new year is gonna treat you better.
Xx
Margot
https://troughthepasturesofthesky.com/
alimackin@gmail.com
February 4, 2022Yes it will be the start of a new chapter for sure.