I wanted to chime in with my theory about depression. To me it is like a tide that comes and goes. And like the tides it is different every time. But also like the tides, you know it will change.
I get depressed, have fought it all my life. I love the ocean and love to pick up shells. And sometimes at my favorite beach the tide can come in quick, and weird waves can sneek up on me. And when that happens I just keep my feet planted and if I'm in deeper water I put my hands over my head and just let the wave pass. (Never letting go of my bag of shells....)
It was during one such wave that I realized it was a life lesson for me. I just need to keep my feet on the ground, reach up to the sky and let what ever happens happen.
So when I feel those blasted waves of depression coming over me, I just cast my mind to the beach and realize it might take a bit, but it will pass.
I am sorry to hear about the emotional and financial impact on your life. I am pretty frightened about that part myself. Like everyone else here I am just doing this one day, hour or minute at a time.
Aloha,
Wendy
Me 57 XH 58 Sons age 32 & 27 M:32 D final 9/12 Bought 10 Acres and Living the Dream!
