I love many things, and one of them happens to be writing. I've been thinking about sharing some musings with the world for a while and finally summoned the courage. I tend to think of myself as a keen observer of life, in its small and large moments, so some of those I will share here. But one of the things I want to utilize this blog for the most is to share a more intimate side of my life as it pertains to an ongoing journey through clinical depression-specifically how it relates to my faith walk with God. I want to offer my journey up for the sake of others who silently struggle with the hidden guilt, shame, and stigma that is compounded when faced with the challenges of faith amidst that "dark cloud" that is so pervasive for so many. I would also hope that discussions would arise to generally include all areas of stuggling through the faith journey, wherever the reader might find themselves on that path.
I also hope that this blog would become a permanent fixture for the crazy stories that seem to come my way in various sundry forms. I know I love to tell them, and I've been under the (deluded?) impression that people like to hear them. I hope that they counter what might seem like a dark general subject.
Most people who don't me on the deepest level are surprised to know that I have battled with depression since I was a kid, simply because I tend to be "the life of the party" kind of gal. My husband is convinced that my day has not been made complete if I have not had a hearty bellylaugh. And I actually do make sure I have a truly laughable moment every day. So I will try and include something hilarious, albeit possibly only to me, in every post. My husband's favorite thing to say to me seems to be, "Honey, I'm so glad you think you're funny".
Lastly, I don't plan on editing this in the least. I tend to find that colorful language is sometimes the most therapeutic and appropriate depending on the situation. Feel free to disagree, just be forewarned.
Blessings to all and happy reading.......
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