A little over a month ago I wrote this post.
I received many responses from the post, mostly out of concern. First, let me say that sometimes you just need to vent. A raw, realistic view of my anger and feelings of defeat were in that post. I surmise that most people experience such reactions to the world at some point. However, one thing that I did not clarify in the post was the cause of my ire and what provoked the rant.
It was me. I alone am responsible for my reaction to circumstances. No matter how warranted it is perceived, it isn't correct if it is a sinful reaction. The world should be able to bang on my door, barge right on in, taint everything around me, yet, not penetrate my soul. I let it. I don't blame anyone but myself. I am a sinner. I allowed my response to not be Godly, not at all. I reacted very, very poorly. I wish I could take it away and claim that I rose above it all, but I can't. I mired in it, rolled around in it, stepped into the pit and stunk.
My complete meltdown was a result of realizing my failure, once again. My anger was pointed straight into my heart. I long for the return of Jesus so that this will end once and for all. PRAISE GOD earth is the closest to hell that I will ever see.
Maybe I could have held strong had it not been for the depression that has been lurking around, sometimes wrecking havoc in my brain for several years now. Nah. Couldn't have done it at all without Him. He wasn't placed first in all of this. I took control, unfortunately.
Having confessed my heart to God and getting right with Him, meeting with my doctor, and taking some time away from the daily grind has turned my path. My daily prayer is full of repentance. I am a sinner, but my heart desires not to be a repeat offender.
I may be called instable because of what I have written, but you know, I don't mind. Being truthful and real, confessing my sins and my failures, acknowledging my constant need for Jesus opens me up to judgement.
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 2 Cor 12:9
"In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." (John 16:33 NIV)
Know that you can be renewed and transformed through the God, but it takes humility in order for these experiences to take place. Human pride often blocks our dealing with painful problems. Once we finally admit our wrongdoings and failures, there can be a real solution for us. Humbling ourselves before God is the ultimate key that will allow us to experience the wonderful comfort that only the Almighty One can provide.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
First quarter down. School-wise, that is. Homeschool is moving along quite well. I couldn't be more thrilled with the results. My relationship with Sadie has transformed; she has transformed into a much more mature, wise-choosing, sensitive little girl. I still see some spiritedness when in groups of kids, but even in that area she has settled down. Most days she tackles her school work with enthusiasm and is genuinely content with our arrangement this year. Not to say that every day is that way, but mostly the frustration and refusals are short- lived. Often she moves on with a nice apology and moves on. She has written some amazing pieces including a compare/contrast between her life and Abe Lincoln's life.
Our biggest battle this year has been swimming. However, the last two weeks there has been a drastic change in attitude and focus. I see determination in her spirit again. I am most encouraged by the work she is putting into practice.
I wonder if Sadie will always try to find a battle in her life. Even if it is her desire to participate in an activity or be asked to participate, will she show resistance in order to feel that she has all of the control? Moving forward in obedience means letting someone else have the reigns. Although what I am writing is regrading earthly circumstances, it also is quite applicable to a spiritual journey as well. May the love of her Father and her love for Him break what is a naturally rebellious spirit.
As for me...I have found stability. For the past three-four weeks, I have had no mood swings, no spiraling, no emotional pits. What previously made me obsessive, paranoid and cantankerous has little effect on me now. I am starting to feel like my old self again. Thank you to the makers of Lexapro. I know this is not a long-term solution, but a first step in conquering what I now know is depression. Not to mention, it has me back into the word. WORD! I love how God puts such a clear path of truth in front of me and encourages me.
A nice anniversary trip with my husband to a tropical destination didn't hurt the cause either. Ok, calling it nice is the most gross understatement of my life. It was the best trip I have ever taken. Ever. Jay and I relive it every day after he gets home from work. He is constantly looking at how to move there (completely unrealistic). I know that it has been years, maybe even never, since I have been that relaxed, unwound, de-stressed. Perfect in every single way.
The big eye opener to the trip was the 5 page typed document that I had to leave with the caretakers of my children in my absence. Yes. FIVE PAGES. It was the schedule I keep each with with school, various after school stuff, key information, bags to pack, soccer games, swim schedules, etc. My mother actually sounded extremely irritated when she looked over the list. Not that she minded helping out or that it was too taxing for her, but that I have created such a schedule for me and my family. I can't help but examine whether her shock (along with my father's shock who also helped out) is valid or if she is coming from a generation's perspective that included a one-car family early on, a lack of sport activities for children, low-stress schooling for children (i.e. no homework in elementary), or if it is from the perspective of a grandmother who is retired. Not that she doesn't stay busy, but her schedule is nearly all at her own discretion. Or, have I really created a monster? Do we all feel like we are scrambling as mothers today? Why do we do it?
Our biggest battle this year has been swimming. However, the last two weeks there has been a drastic change in attitude and focus. I see determination in her spirit again. I am most encouraged by the work she is putting into practice.
I wonder if Sadie will always try to find a battle in her life. Even if it is her desire to participate in an activity or be asked to participate, will she show resistance in order to feel that she has all of the control? Moving forward in obedience means letting someone else have the reigns. Although what I am writing is regrading earthly circumstances, it also is quite applicable to a spiritual journey as well. May the love of her Father and her love for Him break what is a naturally rebellious spirit.
As for me...I have found stability. For the past three-four weeks, I have had no mood swings, no spiraling, no emotional pits. What previously made me obsessive, paranoid and cantankerous has little effect on me now. I am starting to feel like my old self again. Thank you to the makers of Lexapro. I know this is not a long-term solution, but a first step in conquering what I now know is depression. Not to mention, it has me back into the word. WORD! I love how God puts such a clear path of truth in front of me and encourages me.
A nice anniversary trip with my husband to a tropical destination didn't hurt the cause either. Ok, calling it nice is the most gross understatement of my life. It was the best trip I have ever taken. Ever. Jay and I relive it every day after he gets home from work. He is constantly looking at how to move there (completely unrealistic). I know that it has been years, maybe even never, since I have been that relaxed, unwound, de-stressed. Perfect in every single way.
The big eye opener to the trip was the 5 page typed document that I had to leave with the caretakers of my children in my absence. Yes. FIVE PAGES. It was the schedule I keep each with with school, various after school stuff, key information, bags to pack, soccer games, swim schedules, etc. My mother actually sounded extremely irritated when she looked over the list. Not that she minded helping out or that it was too taxing for her, but that I have created such a schedule for me and my family. I can't help but examine whether her shock (along with my father's shock who also helped out) is valid or if she is coming from a generation's perspective that included a one-car family early on, a lack of sport activities for children, low-stress schooling for children (i.e. no homework in elementary), or if it is from the perspective of a grandmother who is retired. Not that she doesn't stay busy, but her schedule is nearly all at her own discretion. Or, have I really created a monster? Do we all feel like we are scrambling as mothers today? Why do we do it?
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