Monday Blues

Monday November 2, 2009

Every had a bad Monday? Well today was mine. Things got off to a bad start by a night filled with nightmares. I was determined to change the course of the day so I sat down to say my prayers and meditate. As I was lighting a candle on my altar I burned my thumb. It hurt! I had no idea how much I needed my thumb to do almost everything. I hate to whine but I am now trying to type without using my right thumb.

I was depressed. Someone I cared for just went away. They left hurt and confused children and family behind. I am trying to help with the care of the children and not dwell on the sadness I feel. However some days are harder than others and this was a difficult one. In fact the day continued a slow downward slide until I suddenly found myself eating a cake with a fork. Just me and an entire cake! Clearly I needed to get hold of myself before I gain an extra dress size.

So I put the fork down and went outside to look, really look, at the beautiful day. I went over to the beach and gave myself a few minutes to soak in the miracle of nature. Then I did what I always advise people to do after disasters when they feel defeated and depressed. I got up and went to work. I worked hard but still made time to do something nice for someone else. You know what? I was right. I do feel better.

Photo by Liz Empson

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