by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

I don't know how many of you Cuties suffer with depression, but today it is really kicking my tail. I have chronic daily migraine and neuropathy in my legs which causes great pain when walking. I have't felt like sewing or embroidery in weeks. I try to cope using humor, but today has been not fun at all. I wish I was a strong as some of you on here.

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by stork 11 Mar 2017

Understand.......will add you to my prayers. I run a longarm quilting business and have been out of sorts for a while and it is truly hard to get started back in. Depression is such a hidden disease and no one outside understands. I pray that you can find the desire to start sewing and feel better.

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parkermom by parkermom 12 Mar 2017

Thank you. I did get a little bit of sewing done this weekend, and it does help me feel better.

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by noah 11 Mar 2017

Praying for u ****please go help someone worse off then you and help them it helped other i know

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parkermom by parkermom 12 Mar 2017

Our church family is planning a baby shower for our local women's shelter, which will be fun to sew for. I'm feeling better just thinking about that. Thank you for your words and prayers.

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by annettem 10 Mar 2017

I know the feeling. When I go days without sewing, I call my sewing buddy to motivate me.

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parkermom by parkermom 10 Mar 2017

thank you. All these suggestions have made me feel better.

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by mi30kaja 10 Mar 2017

I have many a day like this. Even have a tear or two, then try to find something to do. I know I spend too much time by myself. Hope you get back on top soon. Hugs.

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parkermom by parkermom 10 Mar 2017

I spend too much time alone also. Which isn't the best for me. Keeping occupied is such a help. I found out our church womens group will be hosting a shower for our local woman and children's shelter so that gives me a project. Thank you.

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by marianamin2003 10 Mar 2017

Thinking of you.

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parkermom by parkermom 10 Mar 2017

Thank you. I can't really say I'm on the mend physically, but I think my spirit is mending.

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by shirley124 10 Mar 2017

Sorry to hear you are having a bad day. When I get like that I tell myself tomorrow will be better. Love and Hugs Shirley

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parkermom by parkermom 10 Mar 2017

Thank you. today was better than yesterday.

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by tuross 09 Mar 2017

My heart goes out to you as I know what it is like to be where you are. Try to remember that the Lord will send you no more than you can bear and these days where you are over whelmed will pass . They may come back again but you will be okay. Sew when you can and enjoy it.
Lynne

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parkermom by parkermom 10 Mar 2017

thank you. Today was better than yesterday; the pain was more manageable. Thank you for the encouragement.

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by crazystitcher 09 Mar 2017

Sorry to hear you are battling the blues a bit today and your pain has knocked you around somewhat; but please remember that others are thinking of you and cheering you on to rise above all those clouds. Perhaps you should have a yarn with you doctor if your migrains have increased - might even be due to something simple as an allergic reaction to something new in your diet or a different perfume you have been coming in contact with; pain is a good tool for telling us things are not quite right and reminding us that we can't be superman 7 days a week; meanwhile I would suggest using all that suffering as a good excuse to pamper yourself a little with some of your favourite things and when your migraine eases a little maybe indulge in putting your feet up and watching an old-fashioned movie like the semi-musical "Road to Bali" or even "Pollyanna". Sewing isn't a duty and you shouldn't feel guilty if you haven't done any for a little while - its something you will do again when you are feeling a little more creative. Try not to give up on walking, even if it is just a few steps outside in the fresh air to your letterbox and back - that's your time to soak up some of the beauty there is in this wonderful planet that God is allowing you to be a part of. Remember that each new day we have is a gift and your chance to make a difference in someone else's life, even if it is just by saying hello with a friendly smile, so please treasure it, no matter how difficult it seems.

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parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

All of your suggestions were fantastic. I will put them in action and stop my self-pity. I need to pace myself and let my pain be my guide and not my enemy. Thank you so much.

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by jrob Moderator 09 Mar 2017

I have a close friend that deals with it. They have told me that the very best thing that they do is to have a plan to do something special for someone before the onset of the depression. My friend has several days worth of projects thought up and organized that is done during "good days" and swears that the depression doesn't last as long as it used to.
I'm praying for you and can't imagine what you must be dealing with. Someone is always here.....remember that. Just start writing and one of us will be along to "chat" with you. Big warm hugs for you.

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parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

Thank you. I'm having a bad pain day, and that makes me feel sorry for myself I guess. I appreciate your message and your suggestions.

jrob by jrob 10 Mar 2017

That's ok to feel sorry for yourself. Sometimes the only cure is to throw a pity party, just don't stay too long. :)

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by pennifold 09 Mar 2017

Sending you loving uplifting thoughts too Jennifer. Love Chris

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parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

Thank you. I think its combination of pain and yukky weather and self pity. I'll be ok soon.

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by kathymourie 09 Mar 2017

I know the feeling. Not migraines or neuropathy. I have fibromyalgia and have suffered a nervous break down. My Mom had mental problems all our lives. The year after my husband passed away I spent 10 days in the hospital 6 of them I don't remember. Sewing has been my life saver. I hope tomorrow will be better for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless and keep you. XOXO
Kathy

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parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

Thank you. Sewing has always been my therapy. I've taken antidepressants for years and years, but sometimes it still breaks through.

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by crafter2243 Moderator 09 Mar 2017

Sending a cyber hug. Hope you are feeling better soon.

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parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

Thank you. I'm sure I will.

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by sdrise 09 Mar 2017

prayers are with you ... Tomorrow is another day. Things may look up tomorrow... Hang in there... You have all us supporting you.

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parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

Thank you. I will be taking care of my 9 month old granddaughter tomorrow, so there will be lots of smiles. It's wonderful to be able to come to Cuties and they respond. So precious.

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by jgwatchorn 09 Mar 2017

Dear Cutie Friend,

Thinking of you with your health ailments. Hugs Janette



Don't Quit no matter what!

When things go wrong, as they sometimes will,
When the road you're trudging seems all uphill,
When funds are low and the debts are high,
And you want to smile but you have to sigh,
When care is pressing you down a bit,
Rest if you must, but don't you quit.

Life is queer with its twists and turns,
As every one of us sometimes learns,
And many a failure turns about,
When he might have won if he'd stuck it out.
Don't give up, though the pace seems slow -
You may succeed with another blow.

Often the goal is nearer than
It seems to a faint and faltering man;
Often the struggler has given up
When he might have captured the victor's cup,
And he learned too late, when the night slipped down,
How close he was to the golden crown.

Success is failure turned inside out -
The silver tint of the clouds of doubt,
And you never can tell how close you are -
It may be near when it seems afar;
So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit -
It's when things seem worst that you mustn't quit.

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sdrise by sdrise 09 Mar 2017

Nice saying!!

parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

You know, I've only read the first verse before. I'm picking myself up. Tomorrow will be better. I think today was a combination of many things, and so it is easier to put in perspective. Thank you so much. That really helps me.

shirley124 by shirley124 10 Mar 2017

Great poem. Hugs

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by joansatx 09 Mar 2017

I do. I'm thinking about you and sending positive, relaxing, and uplifting thoughts through space right to you!

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parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

Thank you. I'm working through it, and tomorrow will be better. Thanks so much.

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by haleymax 09 Mar 2017

I do not have migraine or neuropathy, but I have depression with a long history. I turn on all the lights in the house and the brighter the better. If possible I sit in the sunshine either outside or in my window. But the best thing, I call someone to check on them. Just talking with someone, sometimes, makes the day better.
You are stronger than you think. You are blessed in many ways, May I list a few: you have pain-you are not paralyized(sp); you can see; you have your mental abilities; you don't need fulltime care. I know that it is easy to say and there are days that seem impossible to see anything good. But we are blessed. Hugs and prayers

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parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

Sunlight is so important for depression. Today was a very cloudy dreary day, so I'm sure that contributed to my self-pity. Tomorrow will be better. And I'm planning to do a project for our local women's shelter. Small steps.

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by mary51 09 Mar 2017

I had panic attacks it is awfull.

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parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

Panic attacks are awful. I have just switched to a different antidepressant, so maybe it's just the change in brain chemistry. Tomorrow will be better.

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by pcteddyb 09 Mar 2017

Hugs.

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parkermom by parkermom 09 Mar 2017

Thank you. I've suffered severe depression years ago, and this is mild compared to it. I know without a doubt it will get better.

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