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!

Monday, September 23, 2013

Depression

It's one of those days when I can't sleep the night before and feel tired all day.  Some good stuff happens when I get out of the house.  I pulled myself together to have lunch with my nephew.

I reached out to other members of my family.  I made myself stay longer to visit.  We went for a walk with the dog so I could get some fresh air and maybe breathe in some of those positive endorphins.

I get home.  I'm still tired.  I catch up on social media connections.  I'm waiting for the Bears game.

Depression has begun to sink in.  Probably a 5 out of 10.  This is one of those times when I climb into my pajamas, get a blanket, snuggle with my pillow and kitties and check out of everything to do with the world.

It was a very violent weekend around the globe.  It frightens me that humankind can be utterly cruel to each other.  No value for a life.  Just a target for death and destruction.

"Lord, we need you.  Let those of us who are your followers know what to do.  Sometimes praying seems so passive.  I know you are active and alive in this world.  I guess I feel like Satan is winning.  You've reminded me that his head will be squished into the ground, flattened like a pancake.  If you could please destroy some of his army of demons, I know many of us would be very grateful.  I trust in You, Abba Father.  You're all I need.  You're all any of us need."