Tonight I was trapped at work because of violent storms accompanied by a tornado watch. With the winds whipping, lightening like the noon day sun and thunder cracking, I sat quietly at my desk wishing I had left on time. Just when I had decided that I might just do a little walking in the rain, we were all advised to remain inside until it blew past us.
The seventeen year old daughter who swears that I am over protective, called me no less than ten times to ask, “Are you still doing okay?” Her sweet voice was so excited about the booming thunder and lightening. She sounded like a little girl again. It truly wasn’t that long ago that she was just a child, but to her it feels much different.
As the storm raged outside and everything basically stopped, I thought about grief, pain, depression, trials and hardships. When they happen, we all want the world to stop.
Quit.
Be still.
Not move.
It doesn’t.
Even our immediate surroundings don’t stop.
Plants grow.
The air conditioner fan comes on and goes off.
People knock at the door.
The turtle tank makes the dribbling noise.
No matter how many covers we have on top our head or how dark the room may be, life just keeps on going.
So what do we do when we don’t want to exist one minute longer?
- Understand your depression and the feeling of nothing. It’s powerful and will stunt your progress towards happiness.
- Only do the tasks that are absolutely necessary in order to reduce your stress.
- Make the lifestyle changes such as getting plenty of rest, exercise (I don’t like that one!), and eat healthy foods.
- Be open to suggestions.
- Seek professional advice.
- Try to at least chuckle every day.
- Read one of my all time favorite visually appealing posts finished perfectly with a song at the end. I listened to the song no less than fifteen times while writing this post, but I’m a little obsessive anyway.
Last, but definitely not the least,
- Cultivate your hope that there will be happier times.
Stepping out of the car when I got home, I looked at the sky in amazement. Less than two hours previously, it looked as if the world was ending and now…
Well, it just proves that we should always remember, “This too shall pass.”
This was one of the most beautiful skies I have ever seen.
Are you still looking for the naked man? Maybe you didn’t click all the links I gave you above. Maybe you blinked too fast. Maybe The Redhead Riter is just a sassy, older woman who is pulling your leg!
you are so beautiful, I went back and listened to BJ, age is cruel. We should stay young always. your post touch your moms heart, you are my little girl
Hahahaha…i forgot about the old naked man but I know the Redhead Riter wouldn't post a naked man so I clicked and read your blog 😉 lovely post and thanks for the reminder…
i just posted a blog that is from the past
http://blog.chiecarroll.com/2010/08/faithful-kentucky-home.html
You're right, that sky is beautiful! Following you now from BlogFrog, looking forward to keeping up with your blog! : )
I love your blog!! I too am a redhead! Interesting how redheads seem to have a bond, isn't it? Or…. at least I always feel a little tug at my heart when I see another redhead. I've wondered, do other redheads feel like that too?
Good day!!
TJ – Thank you Mom.
-c-h-i-e – LOL yes, you know me well! I would NOT post a naked man LOL
Cheryl – Thank you! I'm glad you found me or was me who found you? LOL
Life's Essentials – I feel the same way too when I see another redhead. I wonder why we feel that way? Is it because there are so few of us? Do we just relate because we know all the childhood teasing that person had to endure? Maybe we were all just best friends in heaven? One of those things that just makes you go hmmmmmmmm Glad you're here!
Amazing post and beautifully said. I have a friend who will truly benefit from reading his one and I will drag his tush in here later to see it.
Thanks for sharing your insight!
I have tears in my eyes reading your Mom's post! I know I don't have to tell you this……….but I hope every daughter treasures those moments with her Mother! I miss mine so much…..she was my best friend and closest supporter. Sorry! Your post was not about being depressed. I'm not, I just loved what your Mother wrote to you. Love you Red!
Tinkmom – Thank you!
Katlupe – I'm sorry your mom is gone and although it may not be much comfort, some day you will get to be with her again. I truly believe that we can be with our families when we pass from this world. I do love my mother and she has been my biggest fan. I couldn't have done anything without knowing she was behind me. ? and big {{{{HUGS}}}} for you today Katlupe.
Great post. Love it
Amazing post. Well written (ritten…lol). Following you from Blog Frog. Looking forward to reading more posts!
http://mymoho.blogspot.com/
Ester
What a wonderful post, I to forgot all about the naked man after the first sentence! The sunset is Beautiful.
ForestAddy and MyMoHo – Thank you!
ModistaModesta – You forgot about the naked man? LOL LOL LOL Too funny!
Depression is a terrible thing. I do have it every now and then. Now being the time right now. I appreciate your links and words of hope RHR!! I am always inspired when I visit your site.
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