Hey, My heart goes out to you. I can relate. I'm Bipolar also. They diagnosed me as manic-depressive years ago, but it still took years for a diagnosis. I'm doing much better these days, but still have my highs and lows. The combination of Lexapro and Abilify has been the greatest help. I've tried a lot of different medication combos, and I have to say that just adding Abilify has helped me greatly!
My furbabies are everything to me. They're always near. I have two terrier-mix little girls. I wouldn't even want to think of what life would be like without them. They may be dogs, but they're good for hugs, cuddling, and talking to. They've been with me through thick and thin. You're so right, they are definitely perceptive. They know when you need extra attention, and they know when to keep an eye out for you. They are definitely a blessing from God.
If you ever need to talk or just rant, feel free to write me. I hope you're feeling better.
LeJenD, you're not by yourself. I've battled depression in cycles throughout my life so far. I think in some ways, it's hereditary. As an adult, I have become convinced, that my Mom had undiagnosed Bipolar Disorder. When she was feeling "good," she'd take my brother and me to "the big town" to play all day. When she was feeling "bad," I had my hands full counseling her for hours. Who knew that wasn't a teenager's job?
Poetry has become such a balm for my soul. The depression is still there, but it seems to bring some level of relief when I put my feelings down in a poem. Amazingly enough, some of my best poetry has been written when I was depressed. The Lord has graciously given me the gift of poetry.
BTW, dogs are quite perceptive animals. Mine is lying on the floor near me as I write. I think she's a gift from God, too.
PROMPT September 13th Who do you see as role model of yours, either a professional or 'everyday' person, and why should everyone else know about this person?
My role models:
My grandma. She's 91 and still going strong. She might be blind in one eye and on up there in age, but nothing stops her from doing what she wants to do! She's lived a hard life too and has never once lost the zest for it. Five kids, cancer, loss of her husband, nothing has been able to slow hew down. She's always been one tough cookie and kind, honest (blunt is probably a better word), and a go-getter. In my eyes there is no one more deserving of being a role model.
My husband is also a role model to me. He works to support us both, takes care of me when I get really sick, puts up with my Bipolar swings, and still manages to look at me with a smile on his face and love in his eyes. I'm really lucky I have them both in my life.
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