Needleroozer 136 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 Hey folks. I cannot really go into too much detail without breaking board rules, but am experiencing huge stress in most areas of my life right now: emotional and physical health. marriage, parenting, finances, external family, art block, etc. I am doing my best to keep afloat, and to be true to myself, but I have to be honest and say that I am really struggling right now. I am posting here because I am feeling very alone IRL. I am okay, and don't want y'all to worry or feel pity, or that you need to give me advice: I am in counseling, and am getting proffesional advice and help for as much as I can, but much of what is wrong is not stuff I am responsible for, or can fix. I just need someone to know how hard I am trying right now. I guess a little acknowlegement helps- from wherever it comes. I could really use prayer/positive thoughts for growing the following in my heart and therefore in my life: Grace patience and acceptance (not reacting to others) personal strength (dignity?) courage and bravery peace and calm joy in the moment I have been reading Kipling's poem If over and over and over, especially the part about being able to keep your head while those around you are losing theirs and blaming it on you. It helps a little. thanks for reading (listening). I know there are others who have things worse than I, so part of me feels bad for posting this, but another part of me has to admit that I feel better just for telling y'all that I am struggling. Doesn't make sense, but it is what it is. Lori Beth Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brigitte 196 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 I have been reading Kipling's poem If over and over and over, especially the part about being able to keep your head while those around you are losing theirs and blaming it on you. Lori Beth That is probably one of the hardest things to deal with when life gets tough. :grouphug: for you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mmasmommy 10 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 :grouphug: I will be sending positive thoughts your way. Please know that you are not alone. I hope you are able to find peace within this storm. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jean in Newcastle 175,446 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 You know you have my prayers, LB. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mrs Mungo 25,170 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 (edited) :grouphug: Holding thoughts for you, sending prayers. Let me know if you want to talk (I'll message you on facebook). Edited June 6, 2011 by Mrs Mungo Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jen500 1,349 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starr 6,044 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 Praying for you. Be proud that you are getting help and working on what you can control and knowing what you can't. :grouphug: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicole M 552 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 I'm so sorry, hon! :grouphug: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RoughCollie 2,476 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 :grouphug: and prayers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trish 2,067 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 You are never alone, God is with you. :grouphug: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FrogMom5 145 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 Praying and sending :grouphug:s your way. Denise Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kalanamak 861 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 What do we do? We swim, we swim. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
newlifemom 187 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
QumaCote 36 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 Warm thoughts and prayers. (I was the blonde that attended ECH and was always very interested in your daughter's piano.) I miss all you wonderful ladies! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Needleroozer 136 Posted June 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 Thanks so much for your prayers and thoughts. Headed to bed now, kinda wanting today to just be over. I vow to do my best to make tomorrow a good day. Swimming in lemonade,:tongue_smilie: LB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
texasmama 35,720 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PollyOR 1,229 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Harriet Vane 9,350 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 :grouphug: Glad to see you here tonight, and definitely happy to offer up a prayer for you. :grouphug: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TN Mama 257 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 LB - First, :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug:. Second, please don't apologize for reaching out. I am praying for you. Keep us posted. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Unicorn. 2,474 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 Just wanted to say, first :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I hope things get better for you, and you find the strength you need to get through it all. 2nd, I've missed seeing you around. Will keep you in thoughts and prayers! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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