I RECEIVED A GIFT

[sweetiepye]

One of the most difficult things about my depression and having physical issues is the feeling that I have lost my life. I've lost the me that used to be. I try to reinvent myself and make my life interesting and meaningful. It's a process. I was asked to teach someone's drawing class a few weeks ago and although a little anxious , I decided to do it. It has been six years since I was in a class room, I have missed it so much. Today was the day....it was wonderful, it was fun, I can still do it! Best of all , I can still relate to students. That was my gift. I know that I will never teach full time again, but I also know that I may be able to on occasion. That is enough Pam

[BonnieSue]

Fantastic, Pam! So wonderful! I'm very happy for you and hope you'll get opportunities to teach as often as you desire.

Hugs, Love, and Blessings...

[sweetiepye in reply to BonnieSue]

Thank you.

[BrainFog-Ninja]

Hi Sweetiepye,

Wow! Good for you. Thanks for sharing that; it’s nice to share when things are going right too.🍄 🌸 🌞

[sweetiepye in reply to BrainFog-Ninja]

I do like to share any success I have because if I can do it anyone can. I have also shared plenty of the down time.

[All_alone]

That is wonderful. I truly hope you can find more days that you can teach. Maybe at a local art group or senior center.

[sweetiepye in reply to All_alone]

Both good ideas! I find the problem is with commitment . I don't always sleep , sometimes for days. I have been doing better with that though by exercising and eating lightly at dinner. I am motivated .

[All_alone in reply to sweetiepye]

Totally understand about the motivation, not sleeping and eating. Because truly its all tied together. We need rest and food. I've been awake for an hour now and can't sleep so this day will be long.

[Dolphin14]

Good for you. I bet that gave you such a boost.

I hope you get more opportunities to use your talent and guide the youth.

Excellent job getting back out there.

[sweetiepye in reply to Dolphin14]

Thank you for responding. Yes, it did give me a boost. Sometimes you don't see any results on your road to recovery, and it can be hard to keep motivated. I hope this helps others too

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Pam

Good Morning

I was trained as a Youth Leader, Part Time, and I used to train Children Part time as well. Eventually I was an Instructor taking various subject in various Youth Clubs, this eventually lead to me working as A Volunteer in Mental Health, that lead to me working on Think Tanks and Information Office, all had become Voluntary.

In early days I was at work and those around me were critical on my Voluntary work as Youth Leader.

Like you I miss the interest of these positions and because of my memory concerns, sad to say I will never be able to perform these positions again, I still get E- Mails from these organisations even my GP wants me back on the Practice, Patients Think Tank for the Practice.

Getting older and been a real problem it forces me to turn away from the activities I used to enjoy. However my new treatment regime seems to be working in a restricted way while they reduce my medications. Hopefully then I may get back some of what I learned several years ago..

Pam we seem very much the same with our interests and sad to say I see very little hope

If you still have the gift you go for it, even part time is something you need to try. It will hopefully be a positive step in your needs and expectations

BOB xxxxx

[Hidden]

How wonderful for you, you must be feeling great. I'm so happy for you.

May your day sparkle!

Dump trucks of groovy love, peace, light, joy and hugs for you!

[sweetiepye in reply to Hidden]

It's good to hear from you ! How are you doing?

[Hidden in reply to sweetiepye]

I'm really thrilled for you....what a pleasant surprise for you and you

pushed through it with positive results!

Feeling pretty peachy these days. My son, 37, who we haven't spoke to in 4 years showed up at my door yesterday, I put a post up about it.

Been busy roasting all my winter squashes and pumpkins, both so healthy for you and can do a whole bunch with them.

May your day sparkle!

Dump trucks of groovy love, peace, light, joy and hugs for you beautiful!

[sweetiepye in reply to Hidden]

I'll check that post out.

[sweetiepye]

It is hard Bob. Life is hard, but when you're younger it's easier to roll with it. I am greedy though and I want to get as much as I can out of what I have left. I had to focus on others in earlier years, now I'll see what I can do for myself. I think substitute teaching is what I'm looking at. You can do as much or as little as you like. My health is my full time job. Pam

[hypercat54]

Wow well done Pam that's fantastic. I bet you feel you have got a bit of yourself back. I never knew you were a teacher and it's certainly a gift. Bev xx

[sweetiepye in reply to hypercat54]

Thank you Bev. That is exactly how I feel.

[hypercat54]

Me too! x

[LilyAnnepuppy]

I’m so happy for you. What a great gift. Thank you for sharing. It gives all of us hope and the motivation to get back what was taken from us. At least it does for me. Enjoy!!! Lynne xx

[sweetiepye in reply to LilyAnnepuppy]

I love comments like this . Thank you.

[Jeff1943]

That was an example to all, we learn from your experience, you are a teacher here as well as in your classroom.

[sweetiepye in reply to Jeff1943]

Thank you , that is very nice to hear.

[SheWrote]

Pam! How exciting for you! And, I am so proud of you for stepping out and taking a chance. I know that is not easy. But, you did it and look at the reward. I understand you thought that you have lost part of your life, I often have felt that way too. But, I now believe that you haven't lost anything. And, all things can be redeemed including your time. You have lots of life ahead of you to live. You are amazing!!!! HUGS!

[sweetiepye in reply to SheWrote]

Thank you. I am feeling like that now, that I haven't lost everything. When I was in my darkest days and thought that was what my life was going to be forever, I did feel everything was lost, and I didn't know how to be anymore. Things do change, it takes much longer than you want it to. It is so light now.

[Likeabadstorm]

Wishing you a lovely day today