I've seemingly resisted the Blogging Bug for quite some time now. That's not to say that I haven't *attempted* to catch the bug; I've even beckoned my sister's help to set up a WordPress page for me, with her extensive template/blogging experience. All to no avail, on my part, that is!
Despite my impotence in blogging, I've had this occasional nagging feeling that I *need* to jump on board to the World of Bloggers. So, hence my 1st official post.
My purpose for my blog is to share my personal journey of my life, after the death of our daughter, Emily Grace, in October, 2005. To say that I've *survived* since her death would only be accurate in technical terms - in that I am still alive. However, my day-to-day survival? Another. Day. Another. Topic. ;)
If you happen to be one who has lost a child to death -- regardless of their age -- then you'll understand precisely what I mean when I say that "getting back to LIVING, after Emily's death, has been an EXTREME CHALLENGE for me." Extreme.
If you've never lost a child, but are a parent -- or even just a decent human being -- then I know you can empathize. To be true, it's something that NO PARENT ever "prepares" for! Preparing for a child's death is simply oxy-moronic in the worst way!! It simply isn't the proper order of life - children are supposed to bury their parents; not the other way around!
I will close this for today. In my next post, I will tackle the topic of depression. Oh Joy. Not. However, it's an undeniably REAL part of my journey in the last 5 years.
Until Next Time,
Love & Peace,
~Wen~
Hey honey, I am proud of you for sharing your thoughts and experiences and I pray that it will bring blessing, strength and healing for you and all who read here. I love you!
ReplyDeleteThanks Boo;) I love u2! Thanks for being my biggest supporter; I couldn't have EVER survived these past 5 years without your love & presence in my life!! ~Love u, xOxO
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