“If it sounds too good to be true…
It probably is.”
It took me a while to figure out how I was going to write this post, but after much debating on how I’m gonna put it all out there, I decided that simplicity would be best.
G.R.O.O.V.E is a no-go.
Some things went down on Friday and the owners and I decided to stop the project.
Yes, construction had already began:
and I had the menu ready to go, as well as everything for the interior.
Kilee even designed a beautiful logo for us (she also made an amazing logo for the bakery, which I still plan on using):
(Her work is beyond amazing and if any of you bloggies are looking for a fancy new blog header or design work, hit her up: kilee at kileejohnson dot com)
What basically happened with the cafe was that the owners ran into some problems getting certified to build. Apparently food establishments need to go through 3 departments, and one of these departments has a reputation for waiting at least 2 months before putting anything on the agenda, let alone making a decision. This means that the cafe wouldn’t have opened according to schedule and since I’m most likely moving next spring/summer, they didn’t want to risk it. We also had some other unsolved negotiations (which I’m not going to go into on the bloggy) but it an almond-shell, we agreed to halt the project.
I was crushed.
Like totally, utterly bummed out.
Friday was a rough day for me, and I was happy that we spent the evening with friends. It gave me a reality check as to how temporary I am. We’re never in the same spot for more than 3-5 years and this aspect of military life makes it really difficult. I’m proud to say I’ve done a pretty good job of making the best of a tough living situation, but things like this are like a sucker punch in the stomach. The funny thing is, two months ago, before all of this, I was totally and perfectly content. When this happened, it was kind of like telling a kid they can have a puppy, letting them pick out and name the puppy, and then tell them they can’t have it anymore. Just sad, right?
I was also dreading writing this post because ya’ll were so supportive and wonderful (as you always are), but now that it isn’t happening, I feel like a giant goober.
“Ish happens, and you just gotta roll with it.”
I’m 100% confident that this happened for a reason, and something bigger, better and more exciting is on its way. They let me keep my job at the gym, so I’m just going to keep doing my thang by teaching Zumba, being lead aerobics instructor (I do the schedule and invoice/billing for the base gym), training my amazing clients and writing the bloggy. I have a few other projects that I’m working on and am on a mission to find a commercial kitchen I can use so I can FINALLY get this online bakery going. Until that happens, expect random macaroon giveaways because I really do enjoy making them 🙂
Thank you so much for being so supportive of my now non-existent cafe 🙂 I really love and appreciate all of you. Back tonight with a fun, normal post 🙂
xoxo,
Gina
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im sorry **hugs** i really believe when a door closes, a window opens. i wonder what window will open??
Aw Gina, that is so disappointing, but really everything does happen for a reason. Maybe it would have been crushing for you to leave your baby (GROOVE) when it was time for you to move. Something bigger and better is going to fall into your lap because you are SO talented and have SUCH a passion for what you do!
I’m sorry to hear this Gena.
Look at it like the Universe is telling you something bigger and better is out there waiting!
this is a huge bummer, but you’re totally right that everything happens for a reason and this just means something even more INCREDIBLY amazing is going to come along! you’re such a rockstar at everything, and as long as you keep inspiring thousands of women then the stars are the limit (cheesy, yes, but true!) viva la fitnessista! 🙂
You absolutely right! Something bigger and better will find it’s way to you soon. Things happen for a reason! I’m sorry things had to work out that way though. 🙁
So sorry girl. You are so talented that I am sure something wonderful is coming your way. There is a reason!
I’m so sorry, but I like to think there is something much bigger and better in your future and that’s why this happened! I do look forward to getting some of your yummy macaroons soon though!
You are NOT a goober!!! So sorry this didn’t work out, but you have GREAT things ahead of you!!! Don’t worry about this little speed bump!!!
But, I know you must be feeling very disappointed right now 🙁 My heart goes out to you, girl!
I am so sorry! You are beyond talented though, so I am sure your dream will come true one way or another!
I’m so sorry, Gina. But you’ve built everything you have going on in your lfie from the bottom up, and I have no doubt that you’ll continue to flourish and do (and eat!) amazing things, amor!
So sorry Gina! 🙁 But everything happens for a reason and I am sure you have bigger and better things coming your way dear! So keep on truting!
I’m so sorry!! I could tell how much this meant to you from the way you spoke about it. I still believe it will happen for you, maybe just not now.
Sorry to hear that, but I bet there will be something bigger and better for you in the future. It still sucks though!!
That really stinks. Hopefully you can get the online bakery up and running soon!
I’m so sorry to hear this, but like everyone else has said…it will all fall into place! I am however very excited for your online bakery business!! =)
I’m so sorry to hear that Gina. I definitely agree that these things do happen for some reason – even though it definitely hurts. On (a selfish) bright side, I was so worried that you were telling us that you were done blogging! I’m bummed about GROOVE, but so happy you’re sticking around. 🙂
hahah no way. i’m here for the long haul 😉
I’m sorry Gina! That’s a giant bummer. I really hope you get your online bakery off the ground because I’ve been dying to order treats from you!
Hey Gina,
Again, I am so sorry for how this all happened. You are too talented not to share your raw creations with the world. Another door will open and everyone will be able to taste your goodies. Keep on doing what you’re doing and it will all work out eventually. And thank you for the plug. You are too kind.
of course this happened for a reason and something more amazing is waiting on the horizon for you…i promise…
i’m really sorry though…*huge hug*
We’re here for you, and we’re bummed too…but you will totally turn this around 😀
I’m so sorry! Lots of hugs to you. You are such an amazing person and I love reading your blog. Great things will come your way because you will make it happen! All in good time!
Ooooh Gina, I am so terribly sorry! You know what, I have a strong feeling that something else is going to come along. Cookbooks? TV shows? Hell, TV Fitnessista channels? You never know, and I think you’re amazing for handling this so elegantly. Now let’s nap. xoxo
Wow, I’m sure you must be crushed, and for good reason. But the fact that you had the guts to share all that, and your real feelings about it, is why you have so many readers, and it’s how we all know there are more than amazing things waiting for you! I would say “think of all you learned in the process,” but if I were in your position and upset, that wouldn’t make me feel any better. So instead I’ll just say that that I believe what goes around comes around–and you have changed so many lives for the better, that what is coming around for you is bound to be incredible. Waiting for it to happen stinks, but in the meantime, keep doing your thing!
I’m so sorry to hear about this. I’m sure one day, you will get a beautiful cafe and it will be amazing.
Please don’t be sad. *HUGS*
xx
I’m sorry to hear this. It’s a horrible feeling to have something you’re so invested in snatched away so quickly.
Military life is so transient and it is really hard to establish roots of any sort (work, school, friends) when you’re not even sure where you might be living a year from now. Hopefully this kink in the plans is just that, a kink, and that good things are in the works for you.
((((((((((((Gina))))))))))
ITA, there is something bigger and better out there for you…
IMHO, Baking is the BEST! 😉
K
I’m so sorry to hear about your business. You have a great attitude, tons of talent and I know something bigger and better will come your way!
You’re still a rockstar and are super inspiring. Bigger and better things are most definitely going to come to you. Best wishes.
No way are you a goober!
I too firmly believe things happen for a reason – and if this wasn’t meant to be, so be it! Something definitely is in store for you though and I’ll be thinking of you in your search for a commercial bakery! Keep truckin’, I can’t imagine how bummed you must be but it’s good to hear you’re taking a positive outlook.
We’re all supportive when you announced it – and we’re all still supportive now. 😀 That’s the bonus of bloggy friends I guess! <3 to you!
true dat. you’re all awesome 😀 and i am very lucky
So sorry to hear about your cafe! I’m sure something bigger and better is on its way! Perhaps there will be an even better opportunity when you guys move?
Good luck finding a commercial kitchen in the meantime! You have plenty of macaroon-hungry customers waiting for you. 😉
I am really sorry about this…onto bigger and better things….
I am sure something amazing awaits you. Best of luck to you. And keep making those macaroons, maybe one day I will win some:)
Oh Gina!!!! I am sooooo sorry to hear this……… I sent you an email not too long ago but I will say it again, MAJA HUGS to you!!!!!! You will find a way to get your bakery going. I have 110% confidence in you! You are awesome chicka <3
I’m so sorry to hear Groove isn’t moving forward as planned. It may be cliche but “when one door closes another door opens.” It’s cliche for a reason, so keep your eyes peeled for that opening door!
I am so sorry this happened, but someone as wonderful as you is certainly destined to do great things. I know you must be discouraged, but I’m glad you are trying to look for a silver lining.
Love you, Gina – stay strong and definitely keep in mind that things happen for a reason. Praying hard xoxo
You are right when you say everything happens for a reason and something better will come along. You will find something better than this would have ever been. Best of luck!! And, of course, we all look forward to macaroon giveaways!
Aw, Gina! Too bad. Thinking of you and sending love from NYC.
Aww, so sorry to hear this, dear! Something bigger and better will come along, I’m sure!
Aw man. That is a bummer! I have to say that you are handling this really well. Sooner or later you’ll get to open that bakery! Chin up gal 🙂
No, you’re definitely not a goober! (I have to admit I don’t know that word, but I can kinda tell what it means haha).
I love how you stay positive about it and i’m sure there will be another door that opens!
Aww that’s a total bummer girlie. At least you’ve got a good attitude and look forward to whatever is heading on your plate next.
Girl, keep your beautiful head up! Better things will come along!
I’m so sorry, Gina 🙁 You’re right, there was 100% a reason this happened. Something bigger and better is coming. I just know it!
I’m so sorry to hear that Gina! It’s never fun to have your hopes crushed but who knows, maybe where ever you and the pilot end up next will have even more opportunities for you to pursue!
You are going to do amazing things and this whole situation just goes to show how much people believe in you (from beginning to end)! Keep on trucking and you will get what you deserve! 🙂
Oh dear. Well, I join the chorus of believers here — something else will happen. You’ll see. Sorry for this bit of disappointment.
And perhaps you can change your perspective a bit re the whole “temporary” interpretation. You are the *constant* — it’s just that your background keeps changing, you know?
I suppose one nice aspect of this blog, and the internet in general, is that it’s not based on geography. You are everywhere and your audience is with you wherever you may physically be. 🙂
I am so sorry to hear that things fell through. I’m really proud of your positive outlook though. You really are mature and sensible about this whole disappointment… something many of us would struggle with. I agree that all things happen for a reason, something really great must be around the corner!
I’m so sorry to hear how things have worked out. I really admire your attitude about all this. You have such a good head on your shoulders. You’re right, things do happen for a reason. With your talent and smarts, I’m sure you’ll find another, even more fantastic opportunity in no time!
AWWWW, I’m so sorry!
Oh Gina….I am so sorry to hear this. I agree with everyone else, something bigger will come along for you.
I am also married to an AF pilot so I understand the difficulty that moving brings. I feel that I really make the most of wherever we move, make new friends and really establish roots there. But when the time comes to leave, it is very difficult and upsetting. So I definitely know how hard this lifestyle is when it comes to that. Hang in there!