bad day-not heart related

[Debbrn]

I just have to vent.

I have so much to be thankful for, but I am having a bad couple of days emotionally. I finally sold my old house and bought a new one. My parents came when I actually moved for moral support. I paid professional movers to move my sturff from one house to the other. I am also turning 40 on thursday when so many people thought I may not make it this long. I had my birthday party last week with 3 of my best friends. I know everything sounds great.

I moved in 2 weeks ago and had to unpack all of the boxes with no help. Not to mention I had an ant invasion in my kitchen after I had set up my kitchen. So I had to take out half the stuff out again and reclean and put everything back again. Of course with no help. I called a local church that I had visited to help me move the refrigerater because I was afraid the ants were coming from behind the frig. But no one called back saying they could help and none of my friends were available. Luckily I was able to find the ants were coming in somewere else and I got rid of them all.

Then the caterer for the party did not show up so we had to go out to eat. And all of my friends were late. Overall the party was very good. One of my friends gave me the sweetest birthday card.

I just wish that someone else could take care of just one small thing. I'm tired of having to take care of absolutely EVERYTHING. I never seem to get caught up.

I'm sure all be much better in a few days. I have just been extremely busy the last month with everything I have had to do.

Thank y'all in advance for listening.

Debbie

 

[Superbob]

The Stress of Moving

The Stress of Moving

Debbie,

I totally sympathize and understand. My wife (who had a stroke several years ago) and myself (who had OHS just last Feb.), went through a household move this month, and we've had to shoulder the burden. Professional movers can only do so much. There are boxes to move around afterwards and it seems nothing will ever be settled. I moved a bunch of stuff out of the garage to be hauled away Sunday, and then my family members who were going to pick it up and haul it away didn't show. So I had to haul it all back in.

Today I've had soreness in my chest, and tonight it's bothered me going to sleep. Of course I've had trouble sleeping anyway since the surgery. But I've been worrying about the difference between chest soreness from exertion and chest pains as a symptom meaning get to the emergency room. This seems to be subsiding now, so I'm fairly confident it's soreness.

NOW the good news for you and for me -- we have survived all this! I've joked that it was the graduation test for my cardiac rehab. All the pieces will fall into place -- and we can have a great sense of accomplishment and satisfaction about that. And sit back in a recliner and enjoy it!

Cheers,

Rob

 

[OldManEmu]

It could have been worse, my 41 birthday surprise last year was a call at work from my doctor telling me it looked like I had Endocarditis. I had blood cultures done earlier in the week. The next day I was admitted to hospital and this was the beginning of the whole valve adventure.

 

[Gnusgal]

Deb, I completely sympathize... If I were closer, I would come over and help you out! (not that I'd be much help in moving a fridge... but you know what I mean ) Any time you need to vent, feel free. You can PM me as well...

My prayers are with you.

 

[PJmomrunner]

It just sucks that some days are like that--even worse when those days cluster together!

Thursday my daughter turns 15...only wonderful people are born on October 6! Make it a great day! Take some time for yourself and go look at something in the world that reminds you how awesome it really is--lay down and look at a star-filled sky or some tall trees, the ocean waves crashing on the shore, a still pond in the early hours....

Hugs to you.

 

[Karlynn]

If you don't vent, stress builds up and stress is not a good thing. Vent away. Most of us take our turns from time to time.

 

[bvdr]

If you don't vent, stress builds up and stress is not a good thing. Vent away. Most of us take our turns from time to time.

Karlynn is right, everyone seems to eventually vent. You just sound a little down in the dumps. It happens. I hope you are feeling a little cheerier today. I know sometimes what seems like a bad day to me would actually be counted as a good day for some others. Anyway, vent to us, its one of the reasons we are here. Remember, you've gone through a lot lately.

 

[Debbrn]

Thanks everyone for your words of encouragement.

Rob and Pam, I totally agree. We have survived. I have been through much worse and have survived. This too will eventually pass. Once I get things settled and get in to a new routine, things should be much better. This move should make things easier for me in the long run.

Niki, you have been through so much lately. You are an inspiration to me.

PJ, there is a pond just a few houses down from were I live and the evenings that I am off I go down there to chill out.

Karlynn, I hung on to the verse Jer 29:11 for dear life after my husband died. It reminds me that God is in control and that everything will turn out all right.

Betty, I know that others and myself have been through much worse. Sometimes I feel guilty for complaining (venting) about little things. But, as we all know that if we let the little things build up then it becomes a big thing.

I agree with everyone that most of us just need to vent from time to time. And I appreciate y'all letting me vent.

Debbie

 

[Wise]

Debbie,

I'm so for your trouble and frustration. Maybe not a way to turn 40, but glad you did nonetheless. Here's hoping your fortieth year turns out to be the best yet!

Wise

 

[Cris N]

Some days you feel like this:

 

[Cris N]

Fortunately, other days are like this:

 

[Glenda]

Debbie, bless your heart. I wish you were closer and I would be right there to help. I sincerely think every woman feels this way at some time in her life. We have so much going on with family, work, illness, etc. You vent here anytime you want. We will always be here to listen. I do know that when I get upset and blue I don't necessarily act like the spiritual person that I want to be. There were times in my life that I didn't think I would ever smile or laugh again. You can read back on some of my former posts and see just a few of the trials that I have been through. But you know what, God made me smile again. When my spirit becomes gloomy, I choose to continually trust in God. God is my refuge and strength. God is still in control. Somewhere, I don't remember where right now but I read a "If ony list." How many times have I said "If ony"?

If only . . . My family and friends would be there when I need them.

If only . . . I didn't have a heart condition or this stupid cancer.

If only . . . my husband made more money.

If only . . . I could work instead of be disabled.

If only . . . some of my initial family were still alive.

If only . . . I could win the lottery.

We all have if only . . . if only . . . if only. This negative list could go on and on.

Put a smile upon your face and a prayer in your heart and you'll be fine, I promise. A smile reflects the confidence we have in our Lord. Hugs and prayers are coming your way.