Party favors and my encouragement for those of us who suffer from depression.
Before I begin today’s post, I wanted to share this with all of you;
I think we live in very difficult times. We are constantly being told that we are not good enough, that we must be beautiful and rich and perfect in order to be worthy human beings. God says that we are good enough just the way we are, that He made us in His image. We don’t have to conform to societies standards to be worthy of happiness, we don’t have to be perfect, we just have to learn to love ourselves and each other just the way we are, faults, blemishes, sins and all. Please click here for the complete web article.
With my on going treatment of depression and knowing I am not the only one who struggles, I really try to make sure that my blog reflects my belief that there is hope, peace and real happiness for those who suffer with this disorder. I will be honest, today wasn’t my best. Actually to be very honest the depression today was probably the worse I have had in many months. That has not gotten me totally down, I am here, at my computer getting ready to do some stamping and keep a positive outlook not get quad meyered down in the slit that is depression.
What do I do when I have days like this, well, first of all I check my “self-talk” I make sure I am surrounded with positive things. Secondly, if needed I take a nap. It makes a world of difference. My precious husband and I have had to deal with dogs and dog “dodo” for the last few days, we believe the two females have some kind of virus that has given them both the literal craps.
This is causing sleep disruptions from having to take dogs that otherwise sleep through the night out several times not to mention the “my feet where on the paper” doesn’t that count accidents we have to clean from the carpet (Yuck, I know thanks for sharin’).
Last night was the last of the group counseling sessions I have to attend. It was so precious, we celebrated a birthday and I got lots of hugs from everyone. I’ll miss the group but it was time to move on. I will stop by on occasion to say hello and support the group when I am able. My cup truly runneth over.
Please enjoy the photos of the pillow box purse bags I made for the occasion. I ran out of “clock” and really wanted to do more with them, but the decorative paper and roses seemed to be just right. Everyone just adored them. I love doing this kind of stuff.
On a side note, Tracy who has now moved to Alaska, sent me a sweet post card today, it was really so nice to receive it and hear she is doing well as she gets settled into her new home. I wish you the best my friend, so glad you and your family are safe in your new area.
Time to finish up today’s blog post, I hope you are all having a great day, that you find peace and joy and that you are a blessing to someone else. Stamp Happy, be well, mind body and spirit, God bless you all!
September 8, 2010 @ 11:18 pm
Hi Loretta x Just wanted to stop by and say well done you on being so open in your mind and heart in order to discuss depression x I too suffer with it, and it has been as extreme as it gets x And your words are just lovely x You keep that lovely chin up and thanks for being there x Leigh x
September 8, 2010 @ 11:21 pm
These are awesome did you use a pattern or cricut to cut them out! I love that they are bright and cheery. I am glad that you are sharing your story with Depression. I know that it is therapeutic to share how you feel. Hang in there!
September 9, 2010 @ 5:10 pm
You done an excellant job on the purses. Love dogs but when they get sick, I hear ya about the doo-doo. LOL Keep your chin up and have a great day.
September 9, 2010 @ 5:10 pm
I never believed in depression till it happened to me, i had a breakdown a few months ago and boy was it a wake up call, i was all out of any emotions and was catatonic for days till my dh got the quack in, now i go to regular sessions with a therapist and life is starting to look good again.TFS
Your purses are beautiful, what a lot of work to put into a present, good on you. Love the flowers that you attached to the front, so elegant.
chin up girlfriend you are not alone
smiles
Paola
September 9, 2010 @ 5:10 pm
Your purse projects are awesome… what a special gift to a group who must mean a lot to you! Hugs!
September 9, 2010 @ 5:10 pm
These little purses are just delightful! You've made so many of them and I'm sure the recipients will be thrilled with your creative talent.
Hugs,
Barb
September 9, 2010 @ 5:10 pm
Your purses are adorable. Dog dodo is no fun. My 15 yo dog leaves me deposits and other stuff all the time. Praying God keeps in His hands and that you can feel the love all the time.
September 9, 2010 @ 5:10 pm
What a beautiful job you did on those delightful purses!!! Absolutely gorgeous!!!! Wishing you the best in your struggle. Sharing is therapeutic…so please, keep sharing!
September 9, 2010 @ 5:10 pm
Loretta,
I am touched and moved by you just putting yourself out there for all of us. You are a beautiful soul and I'm claiming complete victory with your bout with depression! I don't even know how I even got to your blog. THanks for sharing your darling pillow purses. They are fabulous! Keep the post coming.
Blessings to you and your hubby, and your little doggies too!
Leslie A.
September 9, 2010 @ 5:10 pm
Loretta, your purses are adorable. Thank you for sharing your story. I hope you work through this; and you and the "babies" are better soon. Sending hugs and happy thoughts your way!
September 9, 2010 @ 11:12 pm
I love the purses, they are just adorable.
So sorry to hear about the dogs, I am dealing with a sick cat so I can sympathize in that area.
One thing I have been doing lately to help with my own depression is to make sure I am sending out some of the cards I make. It helps to to focus on others instead of myself. We have had several people at church lately that due to illness, work situations, deaths in the family or other things that could really use that bit of happy mail. Plus it makes me feel a little better to know I made someone else smile that day.
September 10, 2010 @ 11:23 pm
First off your purses are adorable! Second, I've been dealing with depression and on meds for 20 years. It definitely is real and I know what it's like to feel it and not know why it's happening. While my son was deployed my doctor raised my meds to the highest because I was just numb and not functioning well.
I feel a lot better since he's home but have not reacted well to getting my meds lowered so will stay on this dose.
I'm always here if you need someone to talk to that understands what you're going through. I rely on God everyday to pick me up and guide me through my day. Thank the Lord that I have him and there is hope or I would be a mess.
September 11, 2010 @ 12:18 am
Loretta,thanks for sharing as I have suffered all my life with depression.Some days you don't even know why you are down.I hope that someday we can get rid of the stigma that depression ,especially from people thinks it is all in your head.we have to try and stay positive .I love the little purses do you have a pattern.
Jocelan P
September 11, 2010 @ 12:18 am
oh my, Loretta! I sooooooo hear you. I'm doing self-treatment right now and surround myself with positives. I hope things get better for you (with your dogs) – it can be so frustraiting 🙁
And those little party favors that you made at the best! Love them!!!!