I have been fighting through and for life for so very long now, and I am tiring. I do not believe in harming oneself, and would never do that. I am simply tired and worn out from my life journey so far. It has been more difficult than someone from Western civilization could imagine. I'm not whining about it, simply being brutally honest.
I am a single parent of seven, grandmother of two. I'm finding that my daily fight for survival feels rather hopeless. Doing things alone all the time takes a lot of energy, and I often can't see positive results from my efforts.
I give myself positive reinforcement when I can, but sometimes there just isn't anything in me to give myself. I'm empty, depleted, and tired. Sometimes a person needs another human being to encourage them to make it through a day.
That is what I am asking.
Please acknowledge me, even if it is simply as a citizen of this earth. I often don't even feel I am that much.
2006-10-30 11:18:15 · 8 answers · asked by None 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
My mask comes off after Halloween. I'm dressing up for it.
I would appreciate differing religious points of view, not only Christian. Although I appreciate your good thoughts and wishes, please do not preach to me. I hate it.
2006-10-30 12:01:11 · update #1
hope this helps, it might take a minute though!!
OK, first of all you said you are a single mother of 7?!! wow, that really takes a lot of time and effort! i am a single mother of 2 and it is rough enough finding a babysitter for 2 sometimes, but that is very rare that i can do something for myself. i can just imagine what it was like for you. and you say you are a grandmother of 2? well you know what you are showing all 9 of those people, you are showing them what a strong, confident. and independent woman you are! you are showing the girls that they don't HAVE to rely on a man for anything, and showing the guys that there are strong women who can do it alone out there, and they will most likely be attracted to that strong, smart type of woman.
and you know what it is a good thing that you are able to reach out to other people on the Internet here!
it also sounds like you may be suffering from depression, just a thought. i'm not trying to be judgmental, but i think you may have some of the symptoms, or you may have a lot of stress in your life and may eventually have an anxiety attack. just know that you are a good woman and a great influence to many people, more than you'll even know!!
god bless and have a wonderful day!!!
2006-10-30 11:20:18 · answer #1 · answered by Stacey 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well my dear you will always be in my prayers. I know how you feel I have felt the same way many times but I remember one thing. That I have The Heavenly Father up above and he give me life and breath and courage to go on. I know things can be bad at time but remember there are others people who are worst off than you and I . Be thankful for your family and keep a good postive attitude and you make through. Also remeber that there are times that you are going to feel down but always remeber there is someone out there that you might need to cheer up if you want to talk more too me here is my e-mail suziedaniels2000@yahoo.com I here to listen . take care and god bless you and keep you. Don't give up the ship as the saying goes.
I think you are a good person and deserve all the best. I think it is amazing someone to raise kids on their own. I don't have any andi if I did I want to raise them the best I can.
2006-10-30 19:23:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Let's see, you bore seven children, which resulted in two extras? You brought life to the world, it is probably your destiny to be a giver. There are those out there who take care of others throughout their entire lives. The world never gives you anything it thinks you can't handle. We are all given what we can take. I too take care of people, although not so many, I know in my life I will have to do the same. I do want to, in a way. But that is simply my role and destiny in this life. Good things come to good people.
2006-10-30 19:23:11 · answer #3 · answered by Jenny A 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course you're a good person and a credit to your country wherever it is.
Life is really a desperate struggle for most of us. Some of us can cope better because we're healthier or younger.
Don't give up. (smile?)
2006-10-30 19:23:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is greatness within you, even if you do not fully recognize it. There are travails out there, but you have the fortitude to overcome these obstacles.
Who you are and what you do matters. You are appreciated.
2006-10-30 19:21:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I acknowledge you. And I applaude you for reaching out. I can relate to how you are feeling. Please hang in there. I will keep you in my thoughts.
2006-10-30 19:21:47 · answer #6 · answered by Semi-charmed 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you are not alone because God is always there for you. All you have to do is ask him for his help. He WILL acknowledge you.
2006-10-30 19:25:11 · answer #7 · answered by Michael K 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
take of the mask
2006-10-30 19:32:47 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋