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Main Boards => Prayers/Concerns/Honors/Ailments => Topic started by: Mudd on June 30, 2012, 12:25:00 PM
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I feel a little disappointed in myself for not being able to pull myself together.
I think some of you know that my wife of 29 years left in Aug 2010.
I finally had to do the right thing and let her go so I handled the divorce myself.
The day the divorce became final I felt as a huge weight had been lifted from my shoulders.
I knew I had done the right thing but the problem is since then I have been just lethargic.
I've basically hold up in my house and haven't been doing much of anything.
I'm still visiting my ex-father-in-law every day(he's91) and needs someone to assist him from time to time. I take him to his dr's appointments and to the store when he wants to go.
That seems to take every amount of energy and motivation I have.
I know there are more things I need to get done like my "Robin Hood" hats that folks won in the auction. I just am having so much trouble making myself do the things I need to. I managed to get them cut out either yesterday or the day before but the sewing hasn't gotten done.
I know I'm not eating healthy but that might not be as much of a change as the other stuff.
I've had depression before and take meds for it but never like this.
Blue is my favorite color except when it reflects my spirit.
I hope just getting it out by writing will help.
God's grace,peace,and love, Mudd
PS:I think this is my 1st post in a while and my norm was usually at least one or more posts per day.
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Place your trust in the Lord Mudd..Proverbs 3:5-6 Place your troubles with him. You will be ok, it may take a bit but all will be well. We will be praying.
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Hey Mr Mudd sent you a pm
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Praying for you Mudd.
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You got mail, Mudd!
Keep the Son in your eyes... darkest just before dawn!
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Thanks to all who replied and also thank you to those who just read and are praying.
I think this will pass..... given proper time and letting God take the lead on it.
I appreciate each and every one of you!
God's grace,peace,and love, Mudd
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Mudd, sometimes just letting it all out is the first step towards "a normal"....depression is nothing to hide, it will eat you alive...I know first hand....prayers sent for you.....
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Mudd, one day at a time, fella. Hang in there.
Shick
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Keep strong. look through the down time towards a new begining. The fact that you are putting what little energy you have to helping others is a good thing. Stay strong.
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Prayers sent Mudd. Praying that you see and enjoy blue skys and flying arrows.
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No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.
1 CORINTHIANS 10 v13
Keep doing your hats maybe that will be a good outlet for you even if its a few a day
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Mr. Mudd,
I hear your pain and I have felt your pain,and it is no fun. You will get where you need to be through all of this. Like previously said,a day at a time. Keep busy,and stay positve,time heals the hurt.
A good buddy of mine once told me...."Craig,if I get up in the morning and can put my pants on myself,it is going to be a good day!" I take that seriously as life goes on.
I am praying for you Mudd. Take care,
Craig
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Praying for you Mudd!
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Mudd, most people who do not have it, do no understand it. Depression is no easy thing!
we are here for you, I miss your posts and hope you regain your strength.
remember "today is going to be a good day" make that the first thing you verbally say to yourself when you get up in the morning, then believe it.
I will be praying you get through this. let me know if you need to talk.
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Mudd, as one of my good missionary friends says, "keep your eyes on Jesus"
Prayers for you.
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Mudd,
Just few suggestions. First thing every morning take a minute to thank God for the life He has given you, both the good times and the struggles. I believe we learn more about faith from our struggles.
After a minute of thanks, find a photo album or a cherished item with sentimental value and remember a happier time. It can be easy to dwell on the pain of recent events and forget to look for happiness.
Your pain isn't going to disappear overnight. Experience your sadness and accept it for what it is. But don't let it rule you or your life. Most of us need to be reminded now and then of all the reasons we have to live and to be happy.
I pray you will find more joy than sorrow in the days ahead, that when you hear the birds sing in the morning you will hear the voice of God calling you to celebrate with Him!
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Amen to bowslinger & continued prayers
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Prayers and PM sent Mudd!
God bless, David Camp
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Mudd,
Nothing like this is ever easy. But as you said, it needed to be done. Take care of yourself! You are a good man and the world needs more good men. (We are in short supply!!) As said in another post, "this too shall pass". Praying for you.
Peace, Jim Stewart
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Prayers from KS brother!
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MUDD!!!! Still thinking about you and praying for you. Let us know how you are doing.
Peace, Jim Stewart
(sorry about yelling your name, just trying to get your attention.)
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Hang in there Mudd. It does get easier with time. Prayers sent my friend
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Mudd, I understand I just finished a divorce from the love of my life. The pain and emotional devastation are overwhelming,yet as difficult as it is to see, God has a greater plan. He sees what we can not, his grace and love for us never leave.
These are not just words dear brother I have been there.
If these feelings continue please don't be afraid to seek profesional counseling. I see Gods plan in my life. I know he has a plan for you to...Jeremiah 29:11 "for I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope". prayers for you
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Prayers for you Mudd,you have donne a lot for a lot of good people here,someone is still in need of you.life is too short and precious to don't live it at its fullness.
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A preacher friend told me once...(Every day is a beautiful day if your looking in the right direction) Keep your face pointed towards the sky Mudd...it'll get better!
God bless, Jason
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Praying hard for you Mudd.
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Prayers for you Brother.RC
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Roy your not alone,most of us have experienced the same feelings,youv'e just got to nget on with your life and don't let it beat you.As others have said thank God for what you have and try not to worry about the rest.
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Roy,
Prayers to you, my Friend.
Matt
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Prayers sent for you, brother. You are a light in this world... and you bring that to us here on Tradgang. I (we) sure miss your posts here as they sure are a blessing. Divorce is a tough go... been there. It does get better my friend. Not as fast as we like, but it DOES get better. It does, however, allow us to look inside, to seek a higher calling, and to become closer to our Creator. You will wake up one day soon and smile and look forward to pulling those pants on and getting outside to enjoy this great creation we enjoy. Stay busy, excercise a bit, and spend time outdoors... it will help the process.
Remember, the blood of Jesus makes you victorious over ALL things! You are above and not beneath.
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I am hoping that you are finding something of beauty every day. God could have made the universe as functional and ugly as a Borg cube. I believe that the frills and embellishments of beauty that God put in the world are expressions of His love. We may not see ourselves as beautiful, but our ability to see and appreciate the beauty of Creation is a link to our Creator, Who can see our reflected love, and the beauty of our souls. This cannot help but make Him smile.
The magic spark of our Creator is within you. Nurture it. Guard it. Share it. Make the Creator smile a bit every day.
Killdeer :campfire:
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Seems to me that I once herd everything is finally cured by time.
For you Psalm 55:22 Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.
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Checking in.
All I can say is:... "Thank you!"
I appreciate you and your love and your support.
I don't have any doubt I will come through this.. in His timing.
God's grace, peace, and love.
His servant, Mudd
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Still praying for God's protection and comfort
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Roy your still in my thoughts and prayers hoping you find your way back to the light.
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Grinch said what I was thinking.
God's Peace
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The only reason we are small is because we think small and the power of God is endless, I have to tell myself that every now and then. Gods speed!
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Roy - You have brought smiles to so many folks on this site with your praise, wit, time spent teaching the uninitiated to enjoy our sport, and then there are the hats....that to find you mired in troubles is, well, Way Troubling.
Best of luck as you work your way through this and I'll keep your movement towards a happy, more active and fulfilled future in my prayers. We miss ya!
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Thanks to all of you!
I'd say some positive movement is being made.
I picked up a bow this past week and fired a few arrows, the 1st in over a month.. felt good also.
Made myself go to the MoBoJam for one day Friday, it also felt good and was good for me.
God is good, all the time.
His helping me to do when I don't feel like it is awesome, because when I get to doing good(action word) my feelings start to follow the action.
I got to be a part of a huge blessing as literally thousands of folks showed up in Columbia yesterday for the purpose of "standing in the gap" in support of the Sterling Wyatt family as they laid son (A fallen Hero) to rest without allowing the Westbrook church group any opportunity to get anywhere close.
Everything was done respectfully whether it was those who actually faced the Westbrook group or the ones who lined the streets all the way across Columbia from the church where his funeral was help to the complete other side of town where Sterling was laid to rest.
I was so in awe to see God's church show up on the open streets of Columbia. This was the second time I witnessed this, The 1st time was just a few weeks back when I saw the main street here in Ashland literally filled with hundreds of people to pay their respects to the family of the two local children that lost their lives on July 4th when they were electrocuted while swimming around the family's dock on the Lake of the Ozarks.
I know what touched me the most was the feeling that in both places I felt God's presence with us.
Thank you all once again.
New and better days are coming.
God bless,Mudd
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He is showing and you are seeing! :thumbsup:
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God is good, all the time.
Killdeer~Muddless in Tradland no longer.
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Praise God and praying to be aware of His continual presence.
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Mudd, you are among my good friends as I'm sure you know. Prayers sent for you
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Roy,
Keep your Chin up, glad to hear of your progress!
I will keep praying for continued improvement!
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Mudd,
We need to do this...
:campfire:
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There are others on here who have had their heart broken by someone they love. I have seen this played out many times in the line of work I am in. I hope God spares me this in my marriage because I don't think I could deal with it as well as you are. Just continue to reach out to others and to our Heavenly Father and He and us will see you through this. Just continue to recognize the one who wants to steal your joy. The bible tells in John 10:10 The thief (devil) does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they (YOU) may have life, and that they (YOU) may have it more abundantly. Still praying for you.......Dusty
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Still got your back Roy,take care.