…Peanut Butter M&M’s are not helping.
Even the until-now-always-reliable Bryer’s Mint Chocolate Chip has lost it’s effectiveness.
Time alone? Tried that.
Crying on my husband’s shoulder? Been there and done that.
And I’m still a mess… something all my young ‘uns just do not cope with very well.
I decided to give Facebook a whirl. If you want to be my friend (which you probably don’t because I’m such a downer right now), you can find me here.
I think.
Any ideas for helping me get out of this funk would be most appreciated. As long as they won’t going to make my jeans any tighter
Ohhh, so sorry. I can't imagine a babe leaving the nest. Take care yourself (:
Welcome to fb!
meet ya there…over at FB!!
(yeah, I caved too! 😉
I am so sorry. I haven't been in your shoes so I can't say what would help. I have said good-bye to my oldest and it was horrible. One thing that helped me was being able to 'talk' with him a lot on FB, text or Skype. Other than that, only God can heal that pain. Big hugs!!
ohh, so sorry…maybe a little retail therapy along with a stop at say starbucks for a yummy frozen whipped cream concoction??
Saying a prayer for you and just know prayer helps everything… especially your heart. 🙂
blessings to you friend!
Sharon
I was in a funk this week (school starting for TWO boys.) I did some fabric store therapy that first morning with just one son in tow. I heart all those cool designs and fabric colors and the ideas that they bring into my mind on what they might become! Check some of 'em out here if you're curious:
http://ruffledfeatherscompany.blogspot.com/
But fabrics are my thing right now … I think photography may be yours … maybe you can frame up a cool new wall of framed photos??? OR immerse yourself in an offshoot? But in all seriousness … praying for you … being in a funk is no fun.
Hugs,
Valerie
I'm praying. Don't know if that will help you out of the funk, but at least you know you have many, many people who care.
Just sent ya a friend request! (((HUGS))) for the funk! I had a hard time sending my oldest to a week long soccer camp! I am just sending lots and lots of (((HUGS)))
Oh Stefanie, I'm praying for you right now! Far, far away is not good for a mama's heart ((hugs)) Hold tight to one of your fabulous photos, have a good cry, and maybe get some sleep.
I'm sorry. The funk is no fun. Fudge rounds work for me.
Gin
I am so sorry for your heartache. My oldest got married 3 years ago and moved very far away. It still hurts to this day. My husband just left me and my children and filed for divorce after 24 years at the beginning of summer. Every time my little girl goes to visit with him, it rips at my heart. I know I will have to deal with this aching for the next 15 years of her life. Sometimes the hurt never goes away. But God is still there and we BOTH need to remember that. I just LOVE your blog by the way.
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Sending a hug – been there. Not sure if it gets any easier (I know that was no help at all!!)
Just remember that your kids take your love, influence and memories with them no matter where they go – and they are blessed!!!!
BTW – did you try the pretzel M&Ms??? They tend to take the edge off for me! 🙂
Aw Stefanie…the funk is no fun for sure.
Yesterday we turned up the praise music (with a little Abba and Elvis mixed in!) and just danced the blues away! It helps!
Sending you that something I told you about months ago in the mail THIS WEEK…..
Love,
Laine
Sorry you are in a funk. It's hard when people you love and adore are far far away. Try getting outside, take some pictures, see the goodness and beauty that God created for us. Relax knowing that you are loved. Give your worries to God! Praise music – Jason Crabb – awesome Christian artist!!!
Hugs,
Carla
Lifting you up!
Here's my idea: plan a trip to China! To the northeast!
No? It was worth a shot. 🙂
I am so sorry you are feeling so blue. It must be really hard to send your son back. I hope he is on facebook too and you can touch bases with him there as well as the old fashioned ways.
Joan.
Chocolate and peanut butter always helps!
In the meantime, you can count on my prayers from Hong Kong,
Kim
Sending cyber hugs and paryers. It isn't good when Mamas get in a "funk." This is a difficult time of year on many levels.
When people come to me asking about finding happiness I always say do something nice for the community and volunteer. BUT, you already have done tons for adoption and stuff. . . .So, my suggestion is the opposite that I normally give. Take a day off and spend it on YOU. Do stuff for you. What you will get in return is priceless.
I'd be in a funk, too. Spent all day Tuesday in a funk myself. My oldest started her first day of her senior year, and all I could think about was her leaving for college NEXT year. What a baby I am, eh? Ah, well. I recommend a round of "Gilmore Girls" DVDs or a good chick flick. And a fountain pop. Hope you're feeling more yourself soon. 🙂