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This has been one heck of a month for me. The year started off with a huge explosion of
activity and has left me drained. So how do I cope? How do I pick myself up, dust myself
off, and keep on keeping on? As the dust settles, or rather continues to fall, I find that
staying focused and on track is a must.
Some folks, I understand, need to duck and run for cover. Well, I am no different. There
are times I feel like digging a hole and hiding from the fallout until it is well over. Maybe
you have felt that way too. But in reality this is not a viable option. Sure, I have to struggle
to stay focused, and even take a few precious moments to myself. Yet throwing in the towel
and raising the white flag is not something I am prepared to do.
Look at what would happen if we allowed ourselves to dissolve into the emptiness of time and
space? Who would be left to pick up the pieces? Sure there are those that could march on to
victory without us, but would they want to? I remember when I lost my late husband and the
impact it had on my life. There is no way I would ever be able to follow suit, but that doesn't
mean I don't think about those alternatives.
Whenever I get bowed under with stress I loose my desire to eat. The last time I was under
this heavy of a load I went from a size 12 to a size 6. Yes, that took a year to do, and I did
enjoy being a size 6 again. However, that drastic of a change in weight done by not eating is
not good for your health. Therefore I know that I must try to eat a bite at least once each day.
Thankfully I have a strong husband, who I can turn to, and a very good partner and friend that
holds my spirit up when things get tough. Friends and family are a source you should turn to
not away from when you reach the end of your rope. Another source of strength I find, and
really the very first place I turn is to my Lord and Savior. Whether you believe in God or not I
have to say without Him I would be a basket case more often than not. Search out your inner
source of strength and you will find the peace that passes all understanding.
So when you start feeling overwhelmed by family, job, circumstances take time to rejuvenate
and refresh your soul. Turn to your inner source and your closes friend and find the strength
to keep your head held high.
Lastly, remember, this too shall pass.
© Copyright 2007 Ginger Marks
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