Thought for the Day: I know it's been awhile since I've posted and I thought I should explain. Try as I might not to, I get depressed every year at Christmas. I usually can keep it under control pretty well with prayer and staying busy but this year I am really struggling. I've had boxes of Christmas decorations sitting in my living room for over a week and I just can't seem to get the decorating done.
I'm sharing this here because you have all been so supportive and encouraging to me. I want to be honest about my struggles with depression in hopes that if one of you is feeling the same you will know that you are not alone. There are a lot of us who deal with depression at this time of year. It doesn't diminish the fact that I truly celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and God's plan for salvation. For me it just means that the hoopla of the "holidays" is pretty much lost on me.
I know I will feel better in January when everything seems new, but for some I know the struggle with depression continues. If you are dealing with depression, whether seasonal or long term, please know that I care and I sympathize with you. It helps to tell someone, I hope you will share your struggle and allow someone else to help carry your burden.
Thanks for letting me share with you, I appreciate you all!
Love and Christmas Blessings,
Nancy
Lovely tag Nancy! I love the sticker and how you put togehter the background. Beautiful! I am sorry to hear you are feeling sad right now. I think we all have these times as we get older. Saying a prayer for you.
ReplyDeleteI love your tag! The background stamping is beautiful! I love the off-center button at the top, too! Great touch! Thank you for your openness on your thought of the day- you are in my prayers, my friend.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful Nan ...It looks like you purchased the most beautiful paper and made a tag from it..just stunning and my my your blog is so festive and wonderful!!!!! u r amazing
ReplyDeletehugs,Kathy
I like the way you used blue as your major color and teal and wine as accent colors.
ReplyDeleteI also like your tag's design.
Your tag is just wonderful Nancy. I am sorry to hear you are feeling a bit down at the moment... my thoughts are with you. And thanks for having the courage to share...
ReplyDeleteOh wow! Really love all the blue hues on this tag Nancy, gorgeous!! You're so inspiring me to make more tags, how are you holding up? I think you are going thru what I went thru during the summer months....all of life's pressures really takes a toll on us...but to let you know I care and think of you often!! Take care and lots of hugs!! Things will get better!
ReplyDeleteYour Santa fits the bill perfectly. Its like he was waiting for you to notice him in the store!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear of your depression. I've had manic depresssion my whole life but manage to keep it under control with medication.If it wasnt for a dear friend who helped me get help I don't think I'd still be here. If you can, try and see a Dr. Lifes to short to feel sad all the time, Hugs to you!!!!
I hope you are feeling better, soon, I am sorry to hear about your struggles! I can only try to imagine how it is to have depressions - after giving birth there was a time when I wasn`t able to control my feelings and couldn`t do anything against it and that was just a glimpse of a mini depression...
ReplyDeleteI love the tag you created!!
Hugs,
Vanessa
You came up with a great result Nancy - this is such a cute little tag - like the Santa image:)
ReplyDeleteDear Nancy - if there were words to ease your pain, you know we would all be there to say them. You are an incredibly gifted artist, take care of yourself and I hope you find some sanctuary this season. Your tag is beautiful. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteYou used the paper in a very creative way Nancy! You have so many special little details on your tag - it's lovely!
ReplyDeleteNancy, you have used this week's colors so beautifully on your tag! I love it!
ReplyDeleteDepression is a serious illness and Lynn is right to suggest you see a doctor. There are ways to diminish your sadness. Prayer and Bible study are both helpful, too; but sometimes we need something extra. I will keep you in my prayers!
Hi Nancy, Love your Tag, just love the vintage feel to it. Sorry to hear you are feeling so sad I hope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteHow serendipitous to find these stickers when you did! I just love this tag, Nancy--it's just plain gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAnd big hugs of comfort to you. Hope you know you can always
email your friends for love and support....Take care!
Super fun Nancy!
ReplyDeletePretty tag, Nancy!
ReplyDeleteWonderful tag!
ReplyDeleteI love vintage Santas and you have spotlighted this one perfectly with the snowflakes and the bit of bling!
ReplyDeleteHi Nancy,
ReplyDeleteI'm glad I read your blog today. I have been worried about you! Stop in when you have a chance. Hope you feel up to Thursday night. Thanks again for your help and motivation last week. You are a blessing in my life! Linda Foley