The call, a friend. Divorce.
And now a friend with Cancer
Hurt feelings, because of me
Gossip, rumors
Misunderstandings
Left out
Included
Insecurities
Delete, reply, reply, ignore
Deadlines
Dreams and fear
Jobs and to do lists
Refresh, next, back
Did I?
When will I?
Late to bed, too early to rise
A face with tears beside my bed at midnight
Nightmares about tornadoes
Back talking
Defiance
Tantrums and fighting
Refusing
And now
School’s out
Yelling, hugging
Sorry
Stress at work
carries over to home
Insurance and bills
College funds
Retirement
Time
No time
Arguing
Yes, no
Ignore
Martyrdom
Earthquakes and tsunamis
Tornadoes and flooding
Economy
Gas prices
Job losses
Poverty
Addiction
Hurting
Staccato of regret
overwhelmed,
tired,
the Weight,
helpless,
worried,
compassion fatigue
Paralyzed
Yes. This.
I know this song well lately. I hope you get a nap – or relief tonight.
Mary @ Giving Up on Perfect´s last [type] ..Weekend Links- 52111
Thank you for so eloquently summing up my nights. Well done.
Someday we’ll get a good night’s sleep…
Vinobaby´s last [type] ..Wine Pairing Playlist for the Apocalypse
co-signed
Indeed.
Heather´s last [type] ..My must haves
I hope you get some rest tonight or get to sit and just be some time today.
Kara´s last [type] ..You had me at Lego
the core of your emotion, so easily interchangeable, for a moment I thought I was reading about my own life. It’s a new day, be kind to yourself first.
Denise´s last [type] ..My Food Diary- Staring Into That Mirror I Always Walk Past
This is so honest. So real. Thank you for sharing so transparently.
Courtney @The Mommy Matters´s last [type] ..In case the Rapture DIDN’T happen…
You’re not alone.
Headless Mom´s last [type] ..Five Fabulous Friends
sorry, sweetie. sending compassion and love your way.
MommyNamedApril´s last [type] ..Kellys Summer Dungeon
Honey, I understand…
Thank you for your honesty. You are most certainly not alone.
It’s like we’re living the same life. Wow. I see so much of what I’m feeling and experiencing in your words. I pray that you’ll find, that we’ll both find, peace and comfort and clarity.
xoxo
~M
poignant, raw. incredible.
and so early in the morning!
here’s looking for relief in the rest of the day(s) ahead.
oh, and some rest for you, too!
mpotter´s last [type] ..may 2011
Life is so damned hard sometimes. 3 weeks since the damned tornadoes ripped through here and I start crying about it yesterday. The ridiculous part of it is that NOTHING HAPPENED TO ME. My point is: I know how you feel and so do many others in your life.
Remember: it will all be ok in the end. And if it’s not ok, then it’s not the end. And since that nutjob false prophet was wrong, it’s not supposed to be ok yet. But one day – ONE WONDERFUL DAY – it will be great and all this crap will be wiped away.
One step at a time for now, though.
Ugh. Sorry you are feeling so overwhelmed by so much challenge and yuckiness, for lack of a better word.
I hope things turn around fast and you can write another post filled with some joy, or at least sarcasm. I always feel the worst when I can’t even muster a sarcastic remark about the tough stuff.
I hope you have a really wonderful Monday!
The Mommy Therapy´s last [type] ..If You Go To Costco and Church Your Daughter Will Learn to Drive a Tractor At Age OneIts True
This sums up my life right now. I was awake until 4 a.m. and up at 6:30. It can be overwhelming but I guess we aren’t supposed to be in charge. I’m trying to remember where to cast my cares. They are much too big for me.
Thanks for reminding me I’m not the only one that feels this way. Hope you take comfort knowing you aren’t either.
love this. peace to you (for some brief moments, at least) today.
5am has never been a nice hour. Hugs.
Yes, I feel this, exactly. But you put it more succinctly than I could have.
“Compassion Fatigue” I love it. Now I know what to say the next time my girls imagine they’ve had a grave physical injury which pinprick on a hand on a body on the earth in the universe, you self–centered, narcissistic, little shits!
The Woman Formerly Known as Beautiful´s last [type] ..Arnold Schwarzen-Ass
Wow!
Exactly!
Hugs!
Are you living inside my head?
Sounds like you’re having a rough time right now, too. Wish we lived closer and could talk about it all over a margarita or two;)
Hang in there. This too shall past… or so I’ve been told.
Kim – Mommycosm´s last [type] ..Help! My iPhone is stuck
Couldn’t have said it better myself!
Wonderful!!!
Uh huh. Exactly.
Leslie´s last [type] ..It’s not the end of the world…your mom will just make you feel like it is If your mom is me
I love this. May I republish on UrbanMommies and link to you?
Jill Amery´s last [type] ..The SunIce Gaby Coat
I can’t think of anything else to say, but to nod my head emphatically.
Marta´s last [type] ..Heigh Ho – A Pumping Revival
So with you on this. Wish our brains had an on/off switch.
mom-mom-mom´s last [type] ..Never Ever Ask- How Much Worse Can it Get
Beautiful and poignant…what I’m sure so many of us are feeling…
Sarah´s last [type] ..Honored
I wish I could hug you. Hugs are good. XO
Mishi´s last [type] ..Inked
I think you need a break..pause for a while and
take a deep breath..sending prayer for you.
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