Sleeping in… Our Sunday began slowly, peacefully. Usually we are up at the crack of dawn, but Dan didn’t sleep well and I delighted in lingering in bed and cuddling with the animals as he got a few extra Z’s. Sleep has been a challenge for me of late, my mind a constant hamster on … More On Little Mercies
Do you see the hands over the city through the trees? I woke up very early and this immediately caught my eye and brought me comfort, making me think of my mother watching over me. I had an interesting discussion with some good friends recently about my sharing so openly my struggles with depression and … More Valentines and Opening Your Heart in a Judgmental World
Yesterday was the toughest day so far as I work my way through a bout of depression and crippling anxiety. I felt on the verge of a panic attack all day, and no amount of deep breathing and meditation seemed to help. It’s scary feeling so out of control of your emotions, so not like … More From Tree to Shining Tree
I met with my physician on Monday and my therapist on Tuesday, both women for whom I have huge respect. I cried at both of them as I recounted the events that had brought me back to them, but I felt a sense of relief that I’d made the step toward getting help. I want … More One Per Cent and Surprise Sushi
A rainy morning with light breaking through… My mind is an interesting place to be right now. I am on day six of taking Wellbutrin to treat a depressive episode brought on by this summer of loss and heartbreak. (I love that term episode, knowing this is not forever), and am trying to stay very … More Pinpoints of Light
The View from Here 