If you are a regular reader, then you probably read the posts here and here and how I’m in a low valley right now, trying to crawl out.
Some days are worse than others. Most of the time, I’m surprised that I manage to even post a deal at all. Sometimes blogging takes my mind off of what I’m going through. Other times, it just adds to the anxiety.
It’s therapeutic for me to write about it. So even though you just come around Happy Deal – Happy Day for just the deals, I find it helpful for myself to let my readers into a bit of my personal struggles and what I am facing. That and to explain why I think my blog is pathetic right now and feel so bad that I’m not posting as much as I normally do, and have to let so much slip right now.
I know I’m better than I was last week. I can see it week to week, but not day to day. I’m not better enough though, and I want my life back. Facing this anxiety/depression both now and after my daughter was born was the biggest and hardest battle I have ever had to face.
Some how I’m making it. I know I’m getting better. And I’m NOT giving up. Keep praying for me if you are. I need a faster recovery. I want my blog to bring me joy again, and not just something to “kill time” while I survive my anxious afternoons.
Thanks for the support and comments and e-mails I have received so far. I know I’m not alone, and I’ll take all the support I can get – even from strangers via the internet. 🙂
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Stephanie JF says
Hang in there. There is a light at the end of the tunnel! I know where you are, I have been there. Do what you need to do to take care of yourself and your family. Don’t feel bad about not posting as much. Your readers will understand. I will continue to send positive energy your way.
Jenny R says
Even though I am a “stranger via the internet”, and you have no idea who I am, I feel like I know you. Coming to this site everyday is part of my daily routine, and you have really inspired me to become a better mom and homemaker. Whether it be finding great deals, or becoming more crafty, you really have made me a better person. I know you’re struggling, but even as you struggle, you still manage to do a great job. Thank you for all that you do, and I really hope you and your family will continue to keep getting better. I hope you find every day to get a little easier, and you find joy in this again.
Sarah P says
You keep saying that your website isn’t good but because of you I saved over 20 bucks on my groceries just this week. I’d never used a coupon before 3 weeks ago and I’ve learned it all from you. I even got a snarky comment from a woman behind me in line at wegmans today, something about “moving it along”, when the cashier was scanning my stack of coupons. I felt like her nastiness inducted me into the “crazy coupon lady” club. It was awesome. =)
abrown925 says
Jenny R’s comment made me tear up and I agree 1000% (except the stranger part) I love you and I am so proud of you! You are MAKING it! You are getting better! and VICTORY is around the corner!!! The blog still looks great! And how can you not smile about Sarah P’s induction into the ‘crazy coupon lady’ club!? =)
Amy says
Hi Maura. I am praying that you get well soon. You site is one of my favorites.
Jackie says
You inspire me and many other! I, too, am a faithful daily visitor and you are in my prayers. As a believer in God, I turn to His word in my thoughts for you: Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. (NIV)
Thank you for all you do and feel better soon!
Maura says
THANK YOU all for your comments. They help me get through my days. I’m getting there….day by day, hour by hour. Support and prayers are getting me through. Thanks again everyone!