tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4009749789685163825.post4920807908157667712..comments2023-11-05T04:07:41.210-05:00Comments on Mommee and Her 3: StrugglesBrittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12002483063520010362noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4009749789685163825.post-23575448372911775552007-11-13T10:59:00.000-05:002007-11-13T10:59:00.000-05:00Thanks for sharing!! (By the way, I'm stalking you...Thanks for sharing!! (By the way, I'm stalking you, hehe) Because I live alone sometimes I seriously question writing struggles/frustrations on blogger. For me, it's comforting to know that it's not just me...I had a really tough week this week. Just feeling really lonely, depressed, overwhelmed with my new life... sometimes you just need to get it out, my sister came over and we talked for a few hours. I'm so sorry to hear about your cousin. I hope that you are blessed by friends & surrounded by love this week!Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12148649782725580411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4009749789685163825.post-43463903578784017782007-11-12T14:03:00.000-05:002007-11-12T14:03:00.000-05:00Props to you for being so open about this. You kno...Props to you for being so open about this. You know what...you can be sad here and happy! That's what's great about it.<BR/><BR/>I pray that you are able to find someone to help you talk through some of PP stuff. The first step was taking some action...good for you!<BR/><BR/>And I am so sorry to hear about your cousin. Those can be some of the worst emotions to deal with when someone decides to take their own life. <BR/><BR/>Lots of prayers going your way.Mayahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05355158313289170056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4009749789685163825.post-1419752081462480502007-11-12T09:27:00.000-05:002007-11-12T09:27:00.000-05:00I hope you find peace soon. Thinking of you.I hope you find peace soon. Thinking of you.Melody A.https://www.blogger.com/profile/12630888832148591878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4009749789685163825.post-7884811539403430722007-11-12T00:18:00.000-05:002007-11-12T00:18:00.000-05:00Hi Brittany, just a note to say I'm with you in sp...Hi Brittany, just a note to say I'm with you in spirit. I don't know if my issues are PP or not (might be a little of that, but I have a lot of other crises to be dealing with these days)... and to echo the sentiment that some churches have great programs. Mine has something called Stephen Ministry, which is just regular churchgoers who feel called to be a listener/supporter to anyone going through a crisis. It's free. And your SM meets with you as long as you need them to. I've been meeting with one for about a month now. It's helping me so much.<BR/><BR/>I too struggle with the "spilling the guts" on the blog thing. See my posts last week! :) You'll find lots of support here. And the same thing you told me: "Chin up." We all love you.<BR/><BR/>With love,<BR/>DawnDawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08132178482203482101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4009749789685163825.post-3924382852414271012007-11-11T22:51:00.000-05:002007-11-11T22:51:00.000-05:00Everyone needs to post about this stuff sometimes....Everyone needs to post about this stuff sometimes...not all of life is happy...good thing you are venting :)<BR/><BR/>I also struggle with panic attack and anxiety disorder every day...but I am sure you will get your situation under control...<BR/><BR/>Your cousin's death...it is tragic...but as you said, hopefully some good will come of it.<BR/><BR/>Bradley<BR/>The Egel NestThe Egel Nesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11475452898579351376noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4009749789685163825.post-92019075085487190292007-11-11T21:36:00.000-05:002007-11-11T21:36:00.000-05:00Your posts definitely don't have to be happy all t...Your posts definitely don't have to be happy all the time. That isn't real life. No one is happy all the time.<BR/>As far as the postpartum issues go you can try calling some local agencies to help. Churches have a ton of counselors for all types of issues. Also, The Salvation Army, YMCA, etc. Just until you can get in to see someone in January. My brother was suicidal and he was on a 6 month waiting list to see a counselor. ??? Just doesn't make sense.<BR/>I'm so sorry to hear about your cousin. Try not to think "what if we could have saved him". A person that can overdose has some serious problems/depression issues and needs some SERIOUS help. <BR/>You and your family are in my prayers.<BR/>KathrynKathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14339665205284492242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4009749789685163825.post-15039212107631086312007-11-11T17:59:00.000-05:002007-11-11T17:59:00.000-05:00Hi Brittany - that's right - if you need to post a...Hi Brittany - that's right - if you need to post about stuff that is bothering you, this is the place to do it!! I'm sorry to hear about the postpartum issues you are experiencing and hope you are able to find a counselor/medication that helps ease these issues. I know, I myself, have experienced some of what you describe, as well, and it is not fun for anyone. Also, I am sorry to hear about the death of your cousin and I will keep his girl friend and you in my praryers. Take Care, BrittanyKellanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07882991320065439298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4009749789685163825.post-15210013690854854152007-11-11T14:40:00.000-05:002007-11-11T14:40:00.000-05:00I'm glad you've shared your struggles with us. Yes...I'm glad you've shared your struggles with us. Yes, we love hearing about all the happy things in your life...but we also want to support you in the more difficult parts. <BR/><BR/>Good for you for recognizing your PP issues and getting help! I used to be on meds and they helped a lot. I do believe the right counselor for you is out there, and you will find him/her. You will get through this and you will be that much stronger for it. <BR/><BR/>I am so sorry about your cousins death. As you know, my brother in law died a little over a month ago, and it was a similar situation. He was a long time drug addict and we didn't have much contact with him...but now looking back, I wonder if we could have helped change the way things happen. It's hard to not only mourn the loss, but also feel regrets and the pain of family divisions. I ache for you.<BR/><BR/>Hugs! Prayers! We love you!Christinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00604713846429464708noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4009749789685163825.post-26496196741882702232007-11-11T13:11:00.000-05:002007-11-11T13:11:00.000-05:00no one ever said you have to only post upbeat stuf...no one ever said you have to only post upbeat stuff! it is your blog and you can write WHATEVER you want. we all have bad days/things! and like i've told you before letting it out helps.<BR/><BR/>as for the first issue... you have a lot of people around you that love you very much and are willing to do anything for you. don't forget to ask them for help if you need it. :) if you want to go out and do something "sans kids" all you have to do is call me! (and there is a councilor out there for you, just keep believing.)<BR/><BR/>the second.... i'm deeply sorry for your family's loss. that is a terrible thing to have happen, the worst of which is that 4 little children no longer have a daddy. you may find reaching out to this part of your family in some way- whether or not the rest of your family does- will make you feel a little better. <BR/><BR/>you are in our prayers.... :)Blueberryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08521767226198742529noreply@blogger.com