My forehead itches…my sinuses are burning…my eyes feel hot and watery. Aerius is NOT helping me soar above my allergy symptoms today. Not at all. What a week hey? First we are all excited about the playoffs, then we’re sad cuz the Canucks lose. That sadness was overcome with absolute disgust and horror as we… Continue reading Hockey and Fires and Riots OH MY
Tag: depression
Brain Health
If you didn’t see yesterday’s post you probably should. Because it’s a cute little song that Silas and Brent recorded together and it’ll make you smile. It’s only a minute long. It’s been a whirlwind of a year for me so far. Some really crappy things have happened, none that I’m willing to blog about…ya… Continue reading Brain Health
Alright, I Admit, I’m Depressed
Symptoms of depression from Mental Health America Persistent sad, anxious or “empty” mood n Changes in sleep patterns – CHECK very sad and very empty. Sleep is ok Reduced appetite and weight loss, or increased appetite and weight gain – CHECK Loss of pleasure and interest in once-enjoyable activities, including sex- errr CHECK to parts… Continue reading Alright, I Admit, I’m Depressed
Getting a Grip
I’m so at the end of my rope today. I want to smash things. I want to cut myself. I want to yell and scream and kick holes in the walls. So…instead of bitching…I’m going to focus on the good for a moment to calm myself down. Good things: 1. I have a delicious, wonderful… Continue reading Getting a Grip
I’ll have a new brain please…and a side of sanity…
After a rough morning I wondered weather or not I should write what happened here or just journal it. This isn’t the easiest thing to write but this blog is about being authentic and about saying things that most people are to scared or embarrassed to say so people don’t feel alone. It’s been a… Continue reading I’ll have a new brain please…and a side of sanity…
Just One of Those Days….
Silas is in a phase again…the kicking, screaming, head-butting, hitting kinda phase. After I got him in his nap finally I just burst into tears. Almost a good hour of fighting with him, restraining him and yes, losing my patience with him. How many times can a person calmly tell someone who’s hurting them to… Continue reading Just One of Those Days….
My Feeble Attempt at Not Being Chicken
Some of you know that I’m a musician. About 5 years ago I played a show at my old Bible College and I let a few negative comments to get to me. I was totally broken up about it and I just let myself believe that I suck and it’s pointless to play for people.… Continue reading My Feeble Attempt at Not Being Chicken
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Those of you who know me well will be astonished to know that yesterday I was actually considering trying anti-depressants again. Ya, weird hey? It was a miserable day. I was having a pity party, a “why me” kinda day. I know my life isn’t horrible but I feel like I’ve been dealt a lot… Continue reading Blah
Just So Sad
The moment you fall in love with your child you’re completely ruined. Sometimes it happens at conception, for me it happens about a month after they’re born. My heart opens up and suddenly I’m ruined for another person. Not much else matters anymore, only that my child is safe and healthy. I almost think the… Continue reading Just So Sad