I thought I would write a brief note to those who might remember my struggle this summer with mothering, homeschooling, and things in general. Looking back, it is easy to see that I was depressed, and my feelings of discouragement with homeschooling and parenting were because of that. At the time, I didn't realize it. Many of you encouraged me with scripture and helpful advice, and I cannot tell you how much I clung to those things and how many times I came back to reread your posts. Those scriptures are hanging in my kitchen.I can see now that my thought processes were so abnormal, but I didn't understand what was going on until I came through.
I started running in September, and it made all the difference in the world. My depression is gone, all from just getting regular exercise. This isn't meant to be a commercial for health, but I just wanted to let you all know how much I appreciate you, and I wanted to let Carrie and Julie know we are thriving with HOD (because they both spent a heap of time helping me at our convention and I will never ever forget that!), and for anyone who wondered if I kept homeschooling or how we were doing, I just wanted to let you know that thanks be to God, I am well and doing just awesome!
Lastly, I want to thank Carrie for keeping this board so friendly and supportive. It makes a huge difference. The feeling of community and togetherness of purpose to serve the Lord here is not duplicated anywhere else. It feels kinda like home.
Thanks, everyone!
It's personally encouraging for me to hear!