Merry Christmas - can it be more stressful?

I want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year. I apologize for not posting if you happen to be following, which from some of the email I have received, I know you are.

I haven't been able to post since I had major surgery, with many complications. I just couldn't sit at the computer long enough.

I promised everyone that sent me an email, I would post again, but since that time, I have had to put my dog down. She has been my best friend for 15 years. Not only did I have to make the decision alone, (and I held her through the whole ordeal) I then came home and got a phone call 6 hours later from my husband who gave me so much guilt that I wondered if I did the right thing. Well, I know I did.

Lately, I have had "so called friends" telling me to keep my problems to myself. And some who continue to say they "love me" when it is so obvious they only love me if I can do something for them, or help them in some way.... or keep me on a string.

Well, if any of this is happening to you at this time of year, I say screw them all. Be polite and respectful, because you don't need to stoop to their level. But don't allow yourself to be a rug to these people. That's what I do.

So, for all of you reading this... Have a Very, Merry Christmas and a Happy, and Safe New Year!

And much love to my Sasha..

Until next time....

When You Think No One Is Listening

I've had some circumstances that have prevented me, and has also un-motivated<< is that even a word? lol me from posting. I've often wondered if this blog was helping anyone. Encouraging anyone... Until now...

I received a very nice email from someone who has been reading my posts and can relate to them. That is awesome. It's not awesome that this person is going through what I go through on a daily basis, but that this person found my blog and can hopefully put into practice the things that I have and can start the journey to overcoming this crippling crap we live with.

Not only has this person put to rest any doubts that my blog is helping people, but this person has also kicked me in the butt, to continue with what I started; and that is to help anyone and everyone I can. And if I can help 1 person, that is good enough for me.

So, SS, thank you for emailing me, and sharing your thoughts. If you want to talk more, feel free to email me at anytime.

Until next time....