tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post8986937883903043230..comments2023-10-16T07:54:55.480-03:00Comments on The Misplaced Americans: Follow-upUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-37959020777509669472010-07-23T06:19:00.204-03:002010-07-23T06:19:00.204-03:00I just found your blog and love it! I know it'...I just found your blog and love it! I know it's kinda freaky when people you don't know comment on your blog, but that's ok. I was diagnosed with Major Depression in Nov. 08. I have four kids. In February 09 I had a melt down and was diagnosed with Bipolar II. Since then I've been able to be stablized but it was one of the worst things I ever went through. Ever. I loved your blog post. It really made me feel that someone else has felt what I felt. Thank you. MeganMrs Abbotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05704515165030672658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-71916765181954279722009-05-10T23:31:00.000-03:002009-05-10T23:31:00.000-03:00I think I found your blog well after you posted th...I think I found your blog well after you posted this--but I think there was a reason I stumbled on this post today. I needed it. It's stuff I've known forever, but there are times you need to hear it again, and this is one of them. Thanks.Annette Lyonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12493583432919249814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-74624796480865594242009-04-15T23:49:00.000-03:002009-04-15T23:49:00.000-03:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Perpetual Mommy Exhaustionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09655721218070744745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-11590499390375133952009-04-15T15:29:00.000-03:002009-04-15T15:29:00.000-03:00I think research shows that only 15-25% of the pop...I think research shows that only 15-25% of the population face depression because only 15-25% are willing to ADMIT it. I bet the numbers are higher than that. And you are AWESOME for writing about it. thanks.elesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17933840731880198785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-62977599446892596412009-04-15T13:55:00.000-03:002009-04-15T13:55:00.000-03:00A friend sent me the link to this blog, knowing th...A friend sent me the link to this blog, knowing that I had basically a nervous breakdown a couple of weeks ago.<br /><br />It's like you looked into my head and wrote what you saw there.<br /><br />I still have my little ones with me during the day, but now I wonder if I should try to have someone help me out with that because I am most definitely not the best mother in the world right now.<br /><br />Thank you.Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14527622301735368452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-17364707252474962202009-04-15T12:14:00.000-03:002009-04-15T12:14:00.000-03:00You will get through this depression. Your post wa...You will get through this depression. Your post was most excellent. Very articulate. Hang in there. ( I know this post is months old, but depression can linger)lisastassforthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17986835506937584595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-60990697524308192992009-03-09T01:51:00.000-03:002009-03-09T01:51:00.000-03:00I know this is months old, but hubby just sent me ...I know this is months old, but hubby just sent me to the link to it. He keeps saying you and I are twins.<BR/><BR/>I have experienced this same thing! I struggle with it. And one day I will beat it too. <BR/><BR/>This is a great post. More people need to be open about this. You have touched a lot of people here.Kathy Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12165558590777710231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-42989332027647567972008-11-05T02:10:00.000-02:002008-11-05T02:10:00.000-02:00I too am a survivor of the big D!! A combination o...I too am a survivor of the big D!! A combination of Medication, therapy, and blessings helped me through and taught me coping skills that are with me to this day! I am so grateful that it can be dealt with and overcome!! You seem to be an awesome strong girl and I know you can come out ahead of this! I am rooting for you!!Rachel Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13268098332690762352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-22471653519470128112008-11-04T17:05:00.000-02:002008-11-04T17:05:00.000-02:00I'm not sure if you remember (or if I ever told yo...I'm not sure if you remember (or if I ever told you) in high school, but I struggled with depression as well. Unfortunately it came about in college too. But I want you to know that everything you stated in your blog is 100% true. It isn't a sign of the weak as so many people think when someone confesses they are depressed. It isn't something that can just change with a better attitude or outlook. It is a disease. You are not alone. In every sense of that phrase you are not alone. :) <BR/><BR/>I'm glad you wrote about this. You've said it so much more eloquently than I could have ever stated. You're a trooper. You will get through this. You will.Carolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17694173097779020023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-36709050596980364372008-10-29T14:24:00.000-02:002008-10-29T14:24:00.000-02:00Oh hun, sorry I've been mia and missed all this. ...Oh hun, sorry I've been mia and missed all this. You've got an awesome support network and though I'm late in responding, my answer to your question is a resounding yes. I could write for pages about it, but I feel like you've already heard what I'd want to say.<BR/><BR/>It's real. We don't want to believe it. We're pre-conditioned to be skeptical about it and to think we're just weak, but it really is real. Trust your instincts. You can recognize when you have control and when you don't. Hold yourself accountable only for what you have control over, and try oh so hard to let the rest go.<BR/><BR/>When we collapse in tears because everything is so suddenly TOO...MUCH..we can't control that always. But we often choose how soon we get back up again, how much we hug and cuddle our children to reassure them when all we want to do is curl up and start crying again.<BR/><BR/>Emma is four now. It's been a full year since the really, really bad time. And I've seen in her an empathy that is unusual for a child her age. She's seen her mummy hurting. And she's seen her mummy work hard to overcome that and become stronger. While I hate that she hurt along with me, I'm glad I'm teaching her that.Kimberly Vanderhorsthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01653757517652257445noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-9226602387480031952008-10-25T02:20:00.000-02:002008-10-25T02:20:00.000-02:00Thank you so much for posting this message. I oft...Thank you so much for posting this message. I often wonder if I have depression myself. I completely admire your honesty and you definitely have been touched by it! Thank you and you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Oh and a shout out to your hubby, he really is a keeper, to be so kind and understanding, and gentle about this! Wish I was there to give you a big hug!Sweating in the endless heathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00328200843870795676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-48642325299828329622008-10-24T14:58:00.000-02:002008-10-24T14:58:00.000-02:00Hey Becky,This is Brother Tario. I just want you t...Hey Becky,<BR/><BR/>This is Brother Tario. I just want you to know that we are thinking about you and will add your family to our prayers. Wish you guys nothing but the best.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-1359660292543271122008-10-24T10:36:00.000-02:002008-10-24T10:36:00.000-02:00Becky,You've already made the most important reali...Becky,<BR/><BR/>You've already made the most important realizations in depression...it's not your fault, it's not something that you can just will yourself over, and there is no shame in getting or asking for help...it's the best and bravest thing you can do to beat this. <BR/><BR/>Stick with it, things will and do get better, I know from personal experience. Also, your kids are great, they're going to come out of this just fine. We love you guys.<BR/><BR/>Ben, Jennetta, and BabyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-64302160580953381892008-10-24T10:29:00.000-02:002008-10-24T10:29:00.000-02:00Hey lady,I'm a wee bit worried-I hope you got my m...Hey lady,<BR/>I'm a wee bit worried-I hope you got my messages...<BR/>I totally understand if you'd rather not reply, but know I'm praying for you and thinking you're awesome.Heather of the EOhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14607422301391841377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-74430662838516207312008-10-24T03:43:00.000-02:002008-10-24T03:43:00.000-02:00Thank you SOOOOOOOOO MUCH for posting that. You he...Thank you SOOOOOOOOO MUCH for posting that. You helped me sooooo much in understanding myself and my situation more...you are RIGHT ON. I am soooooooo sorry you are dealing with this. I am sooooooo glad you have a wonderful and supportive hubby and that you are getting some help with the kids until you can kick this. I LOVE YOU. You are my favorite ever.Kim L.https://www.blogger.com/profile/02993255942763106527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-45834031590099989002008-10-23T23:19:00.000-02:002008-10-23T23:19:00.000-02:00I have struggled with depression since jr. high.I ...I have struggled with depression since jr. high.<BR/>I was diagnosed with postpartum psychosis after my second child was born...<BR/>I'm bound and determined to not let that affect my kids whatsoever.<BR/>It's a tough struggle, couple that with feelings of unwant, or unloved, and I can dig myself a nice big old fat hole of worthlessness faster than it takes for me to write this message.<BR/>I can only say that my heart goes out to you.<BR/>I don't know you, but I love you, and my prayers are directed your way.<BR/>hugs and kisses<BR/>AAquaspcehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02245372987722624186noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-56709092166575475352008-10-23T23:18:00.000-02:002008-10-23T23:18:00.000-02:00Becky my love, I agree that if medication is what ...Becky my love, I agree that if medication is what you need, please, please take it. I agree with the person who said that Heavenly Father has created this medication so that those who need it can use it to get better. If your mom is able to come, then maybe she should. I wish that I could come and help you, but we both know that isn't possible. I also wish you could come here so that I could take care of you. Because I seriously would. I love you!!!!kristihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11998652653490783545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-60369179080608047792008-10-23T21:44:00.000-02:002008-10-23T21:44:00.000-02:00you are on the road. although for me understandin...you are on the road. although for me understanding it doesn't make it go away. step by step girl, and don't tell your mom not to come. take all the support you can and don't feel guilty. i went to counseling while in brasil but you know how doctors are there drugs were out of he question. hang in therelizzy-loohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01526503083217298544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-73067277933435969302008-10-23T19:15:00.000-02:002008-10-23T19:15:00.000-02:00This is the first time I have come to your blog, v...This is the first time I have come to your blog, via Heather of the eo, because I knew I needed to read it. I have struggled with depression for about 12 years. Some years are better, some are worse. You can't fix it with scripture reading and prayer, though I know those help. God put mental health professionals and medication on this earth because he wants us to get better. I think a lot more people struggle with this than are willing to admit it, or even know what is wrong with them. Good for you for helping those who need it, and thank you so much for your honesty. It is very hard to put yourself out there like that, and I admire you so much for it.Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06567226067848241071noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-28726169163958756952008-10-23T16:49:00.000-02:002008-10-23T16:49:00.000-02:00Thank-you for sharing this (arrived her from Heath...Thank-you for sharing this (arrived her from Heather's blog). It has given me hope and understanding . . . I think that the Enemy attacks us so often in our emotions. It is a battle, you are so right.Jessica Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08944990982584233095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-27023560669111720582008-10-23T16:09:00.000-02:002008-10-23T16:09:00.000-02:00You are dead. right. about almost everything - I a...You are dead. right. about almost everything - I am SO glad you are taking such a matter-of-fact view of it all. When I have my bouts, I can go MONTHS without seeking help, with Jared and I fighting constantly before I can see clear enough to know he's right - the problem is't him, or any situation - it's my body, and I CAN get it fixed. Getting to that poit is always a haul though, and I'm so proud of you for getting there. The one thing you are not right about is that you are a bad mom for this - LP needs the best mommy possible, and that means sometimes you need time off to recharge. Kids are selfish and don't understand - but if you don't - you'll end up not having the patience and inspiration to be that awesome mom. So for his sake - take care of yourself so you can take care of him. I felt horrible about needing breaks too, but she loved me so much more when I was able to think clearly and be nice after some off time.<BR/><BR/>So glad you blogged honestly - isn't the web fabulous?!?!Rocketgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01400862841940649312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-33573480170810024552008-10-23T14:56:00.000-02:002008-10-23T14:56:00.000-02:00What an eloquent post. I'm a social worker, so I w...What an eloquent post. I'm a social worker, so I work with people with mental health problems.<BR/><BR/>Depression is absolutely real. It's not something you can just snap out of, and sometimes, prayer isn't going to be completely effective. <BR/><BR/>I fully believe that we have medicines for a reason, and for many people they are necessary. <BR/><BR/>Thank you for being open and honest. :)Kristina P.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16144488639100871226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-90582490284374168112008-10-23T14:36:00.000-02:002008-10-23T14:36:00.000-02:00We're praying for you, and sister, I've be...We're praying for you, and sister, I've been there. In fact, I'd wager to say there isn't an honest mother out there that wouldn't say she's been there too. It happens. It hurts. And it HEALS. Jesus, Time, and yes even sometimes Doctors, can Heal up the mess. Remember God will always use your Mess for His Message. Keep your chin up and your head bowed. <BR/><BR/>(((HUGS))) & Blessings, WhitneyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-31855036366878963012008-10-23T14:15:00.000-02:002008-10-23T14:15:00.000-02:00you are a very brave, very strong and very awesome...you are a very brave, very strong and very awesome young woman. You will get through this and you will come out stronger. It will not bet you. <BR/>My prayers are with you<BR/>A survivor<BR/>Francesca xxFrancescahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16298539250031822909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1486575117120309203.post-22839722246581259592008-10-23T14:05:00.000-02:002008-10-23T14:05:00.000-02:00(I'm here via Heather.) You expressed yourself, th...(I'm here via Heather.) You expressed yourself, this illness, its realities, its ugliness, and your own struggle for help and for hope so beautifully here. Excellent post. Heroic, even. Thank you, especially, for what you said about medication. And awareness. You will reach and help so many other women by having the courage to be so honest about your own experiences. First and foremost so they know they're not alone in this.charrettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16351177033783487168noreply@blogger.com