12.08.2010

reaching out from the abyss

for the longest time, i have been stuck in the abyss. the edges are slippery, and i cant seem to pull myself through.

for the longest time, i was comfortable in the abyss. drowning in misery, i would contemplate so many things, none of which is helpful or sane.

the abyss is my comfort zone, a place i go back to when nothing good is going on in my life. where there are no other voices, no judgments or prejudice, other than mine.

there are times i step out into the light. it is nice and warm (compared to the enveloping cold and loneliness of the abyss), but like a hermit crab, i go back into the dark abyss and revert back to my old ways.

for me, stepping out into the light (and staying there) is hard work. as they say, it is a decision. on the other hand, stating in the abyss is ALSO a decision.

today i make another decision. i have to step out to the light. i have to try. it will not be easy adjusting to the light, but it has to be done. no more excuses. 

i have to take control of my life.

will you hold my hand as i go through this journey?




8 comments:

  1. Sending you prayers of strength! You can do it!

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  2. In the last few years, I've been able to enjoy being happy instead of finding reasons to be sad. It's a conscious decision, and I'm glad you've made it :)

    We're here for you

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  3. Oh Cheri, just leave it to God and let things be done by His will. If you are going with His will, He will guide you through. Wishing you all the best!

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  4. absolutely!

    hugs from DC. smile through the toughest times.

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  5. YES!!! I'm so happy you are writing again. The light is warm, and our hands (and hearts) are open. I'm here for you.

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  6. I'll hold your hand my friend. Sending you good thoughts...

    Lots of yummy love,
    Alex aka Ma What's For Dinner
    www.mawhats4dinner.com

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  7. Sending some prayers your way today and thinking of you. Hope you are doing well.

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  8. I was thinking about you, and wanted to say hi. I miss you!

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