
The past few years have been a dramatic roller-coaster for me/us. Health, financial, and other issues. Many people would get upset at me because I would get so frantic about dA drama, and the truth of the matter was that the drama just the icing. I had so many IRL issues, it would upset me that dA (my safehaven) would be stress-filled too. Thankfully, and sincerely, the dA drama has been minimal that last few months. A few minor issues, but nothing serious, and I am VERY thankful for that.
The past week saw a few things happen. Much of a "when in rains, it pours" scenario. I had a pretty hard breakdown this past weekend. I do feel broken. More helpless, I think. Struggling with chronic health issues just makes it that much harder. I do want to stress, this is not something meds help with. When life issues let up, I'm much better. It's just being faced with a lot of things right now and not having a lot of choices/control.
Anyhow, I know a lot of you are concerned, which is why I'm writing (trust me, I don't really want to be online right now). I won't pretend things are better. I just really appreciate all of your support and want you all to know I'm okay. I am sure I'll be back soon, but I just want everyone to know that it's not simply depression, but life situations and I have to be realistic and accept the ups and downs are gonna continue for a while. Thank you all for being understanding and patient with that.
Oh, and I apologize for disabling comments, but I really didn't want this to look like a plea for hugs and "we love you comments."

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I love this piece because, even though it shows someone broken, it shows the caring of those who love them and try to help them through...