Over the last week, I have been spiraling down. My thoughts, becoming more negative. I began to question why I am so open about my health and my struggles, posting my life on Facebook and this blog for everyone to see. The answer I gave myself was - I have no friends. Most people would …
I am humbled and quieted in your presence. Like a contented child who rests on its mother’s lap, I’m your resting child and my soul is content in you. Psalm 131:2 TPT If I'm being honest, I truly thought this time would bring me into a closer relationship with God. I had thought all this …
I remember as a child my imagination going wild trying to determine what the different shapes were in my dark bedroom. I wouldn't allow my arm to drape over the edge of the bed because there might be something under there that would grab me. If I had forgotten to close my closet, the darkened …
Hi there! This is a current picture of me, as of a few minutes ago. But before you read any further, let me give a disclaimer: This post will not teach you anything or provide any answers. Nevertheless, if you believe the old adage is true that misery loves company, then welcome. Today I had …
Days like today I don't want to even think about anything. I have a stack of must-do's and an arm load of love-to-do's, but even those don't sound good when depression hits. I want to just curl up in a ball and go to sleep! Although, days like today have become less stressful since retiring …
Just taking a break from writing my novel. Yep! That’s right! I’m actually doing it! I have had two different story lines in my head for years and when I saw an email for the NaNoWriMo challenge I left it in my inbox for weeks while I drummed up the courage to take the pledge …
Stuck in the mud, Stuck in the mire. I'm feeling so cold I can't find my fire. My dreams are all broken, They lie on the floor. I've one foot frozen And one out the door. My mind is uneasy, My heart is a mess, My life, where it's headed Is anyone's guess. Wishing I …
I know so many people who deal with depression and/or anxiety. Some who take prescribed medication, some who self medicate, and some who just try and deal. I personally have been in all of those categories at one time or another and I guess I fall into the second category now, although my medicine is …
You may have noticed I have been going through a rough patch. I have been doubting myself and my ability to share anything here that would matter. I've been challenged with a bout of anxiety, depression, and SAD. Yet, there is still a battle going on inside that fights to be heard, to quiet the …
Isaiah 61:3 The Voice (VOICE) 3 As for those who grieve over Zion, God has sent me to give them a beautiful crown in exchange for ashes, To anoint them with gladness instead of sorrow, to wrap them in victory, joy, and praise instead of depression and sadness. (The Amplified Bible reads: “instead of a heavy, burdened, and failing spirit…”) People will …
