About This Blog

My blog shares my recovery journey from childhood abuse to living with mental illness. I've been involved in twelve step groups and therapy since 1982. I accepted Jesus as my Savior in 1988. To the best of my ability, I have followed where He wants me to go and what He wants me to do. Maybe you'll find the hope and strength you need through what I write. Maybe you want to stop hurting yourself. Maybe you have a friend who needs help and can benefit from my story. I was newly disabled when I asked God this question: "What do you want me to do with my life?" I closed my eyes and paused for a few moments to still my mind. This is what I sensed from Him: "Amy, I want you to write your story to bring hope and healing to those who are still suffering." And that's exactly what I am doing!

Friday, May 10, 2013

Tired

Dear God,

I'm exhausted.  Many moments with my family this week.  Spirit is full, body is drained.  Time for some rest.

I'm working on writing the next piece of my book.  I'm at age four when the sexual abuse began.  Soon will come age six, then age eight, then age ten.  So much happened in those four years.

I was so young when my emotions and body experienced abuse and devastation.  Only by your grace was I able to survive.  I still wonder how you're going to use this broken bundle of nerves for your purpose and glory.  I just need to obey your promptings.

The weather is supposed to be chilly.  I might go for a walk tomorrow.  I have some reading to do and writing.  I'm hoping I can spend some quiet time at the forest preserve.

Nothing much else to say.  Please keep those I love safe and secure.  Let them feel your presence in all they say and do.

Love your daughter,
Amy Kathleen