tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post3063381180519260749..comments2024-03-20T04:12:58.632-11:00Comments on About My Father's Business: A Virtual Pan of BrowniesBethany Eicherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00279586692972368906noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-89944044262565565982016-03-10T13:02:56.437-11:002016-03-10T13:02:56.437-11:00I live in a basement part-time and have found it h...I live in a basement part-time and have found it helpful to use the daylight bulbs. Recently a family member said they recalled I talked about them and they found it beneficial too. It is not necessarily a "fix," but some find it helpful. I am one who doesn't do well with lack of light inside or out.Linda L.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-31061512764238845232016-02-29T10:01:22.655-11:002016-02-29T10:01:22.655-11:00Oh, Bethany, I can relate! I was diagnosed with mi...Oh, Bethany, I can relate! I was diagnosed with mild depression a few years ago, and I remember the relief I felt after I (finally) agreed to begin medication. My big regret then was that I waited so long to accept that help. It wasn't fair to my family to not do something about it earlier. Interestingly, winter is my second-favorite season, in spite of the SAD that can go with it. The last two winters were wonderful: I loved the snow! (Snow also reflects light and helps with the good mood!) This winter, though, SAD hit me again. I think the weather patterns were to blame. Hopefully the arrival of spring will help you -- if not, don't wait to do something about it! tabithahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111394082845778219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-67666105164492207142016-02-27T17:56:25.559-11:002016-02-27T17:56:25.559-11:00This winter has been rough for me, too. Lots of ov...This winter has been rough for me, too. Lots of overwhelming circumstances added to the fact that it's wintertime. And it's so hard to write when I feel bogged down with life. Blessings and peace to you!Rosinahttp://arabahrejoice.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-48020495693650823422016-02-26T11:06:00.178-11:002016-02-26T11:06:00.178-11:00Thank you, Angela. I will keep that in mind. I kno...Thank you, Angela. I will keep that in mind. I know depression is not something I want to just sit back and do nothing about. Thankful there are medications available if they're needed! Blessings to you...Bethany Eicherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00279586692972368906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-82714717175906822812016-02-26T11:02:07.637-11:002016-02-26T11:02:07.637-11:00Your kindness brought tears to my eyes. Thank you ...Your kindness brought tears to my eyes. Thank you so much for caring! I've really felt like I took a direct hit after writing in January. Taking B Complex has helped my moods in the past and it's something I've gotten away from taking, so I'm trying to get back to taking that. I've wondered about my thyroid too.Bethany Eicherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00279586692972368906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-21102964738543365982016-02-26T10:05:19.446-11:002016-02-26T10:05:19.446-11:00I've never experienced SAD, but I know of thos...I've never experienced SAD, but I know of those who do. My sister-in-law has used the light. But I've gone through major depression (I know what it is to be in the black tunnel - you just want to die.)I was labeled as OCD sometime after my first child was born 13 yrs. ago & for all of my children except one, I struggle everytime for awhile with depression. I've been on medicine for a long time & am slowly coming off. If it doesn't get better once spring arrives, I'd say get on something, its not worth it being in the dark! Blessings & peace to you! Angela StoltzfusAngela Stoltzfushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06460324450488332563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-18029054995676027722016-02-26T09:51:12.851-11:002016-02-26T09:51:12.851-11:00If I could just quietly sit beside you and give yo...If I could just quietly sit beside you and give you a big hug. I do not know you, but I've been through what you describe quite a few times. Out of desperation when I was at an all time low, I started reading Ephesians, then Philipians. It took me a long time to get through because I reread so many times the very verses I had read the day before but put your name in there and let the promises of God and His love for you soak down into the verse bottom and hidden places in your heart. Allow healing tears to flow and do not condemn yourself for them. Do not berate yourself for feeling so weak and vulnerable, God is tenderly holding You in His hands. Tape a verse or phrase of verse that blessed your heart on your fridge, by your sink, the bathroom mirror... Combat each lie satan tries whispering into your heart with a truth from God's Word- let your Bible open on the table some days. It would hit me every winter, and I would go thru Ephesians and Philippians again, and slowly slowly with God's help we gained ground. And praise the Lord, but this is the first winter I have not struggled with it. But I'm going thru those books again. Also you blogged about women and God's purpose for them,satan sees you as an enemy, and wants you to be discouraged. You may be interested in taking something for your thyroid. Nature's Sunshine has a thyroid support that helps me so well when I feel draggy. May God be very very close to you. HugsAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16784754212206550386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-75918316833995734432016-02-26T09:04:08.315-11:002016-02-26T09:04:08.315-11:00Bless you, Matina! I'll be praying for you as ...Bless you, Matina! I'll be praying for you as you wait!Bethany Eicherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00279586692972368906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-48746565940918682862016-02-26T09:03:02.757-11:002016-02-26T09:03:02.757-11:00Love you too, Karen! Love you too, Karen! Bethany Eicherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00279586692972368906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-9559322699021565632016-02-26T07:33:54.349-11:002016-02-26T07:33:54.349-11:00Why didn't you tell me before now?:( I could h...Why didn't you tell me before now?:( I could have daily (or so) sent you a snippet (S) of a saying, or a poem, whatever, or pics that would hopefully have put some cheer into your day!!:) Winter affects me too...but we've been very blessed so far with a mild winter that's seen more sunshine and warmish/er days than some winters of the past.😋 <br /> I've recently had 'crawling under a blanket' thoughts too, albeit for a different reason... being huge n uncomfortable n.... WAITING!!! 😜😐☹ <br />Hang in there! We're in this together!:)Tina Z.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-16705022125429099322016-02-26T07:15:13.035-11:002016-02-26T07:15:13.035-11:00I get that every year. I recommend a blood draw t...I get that every year. I recommend a blood draw to check for vitamin D deficiency. It's very common in our northern climate. Vitamin D also helped a lot when I was waking up with sore joints. My doc also told me I MUST spend 20 minutes in the sun every day and get a little exercise, even if it's just a short walk. Another thing that helps in my case is cat therapy. :D I just pet Booger while she purrs on my lap. And do have a brownie. Chocolate does lift a woman's mood. It's science. Love ya SisterAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09621344783481569272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-34912053715940577232016-02-26T04:43:17.182-11:002016-02-26T04:43:17.182-11:00Yes, it is easier said than done. But wow, 200 mit...Yes, it is easier said than done. But wow, 200 mittens is quite an inspiration!! Many blessings to you as you reach out to others!Bethany Eicherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00279586692972368906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-11373501011769272582016-02-26T04:15:44.774-11:002016-02-26T04:15:44.774-11:00Bethany, you will definitely be in my prayers. I...Bethany, you will definitely be in my prayers. I've had a season like no other, here at our home. After receiving a pacemaker last summer, I haven't felt like myself. A myriad of health issues and wintertime has not helped. So, I've been deliberately trying to do more things for other people to keep my mind from focusing on me. Goodness, gracious that's easier said than done isn't it? I'm a knitter, so I have made over 200 pairs of mittens since the beginning of November for the children at a local grade school. It does help. My prayer is that you will soon be back to your normal self and ready to take on the world!<br />Blessings,<br />BetsyBetsyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00807691752817225336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-19441814400385610582016-02-26T03:59:42.723-11:002016-02-26T03:59:42.723-11:00I've heard about those lights...thanks for you...I've heard about those lights...thanks for your kindness, it's the thought that counts! :)Bethany Eicherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00279586692972368906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5965058869520151871.post-87649725470180284702016-02-26T03:18:26.274-11:002016-02-26T03:18:26.274-11:00There are lights to help with S.A.D. You use the ...There are lights to help with S.A.D. You use the light for no more than 20 minutes a day, preferably in the morning. I suffered from S.A.D. from November through February every year. Then I moved to Florida, and never needed the light again, so I donated it. If I still had it, I would send it to you.<br /><br />P.S. My training is in mental health counseling. Now I am a full-time mom, and attend a Conservative Mennonite church. :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com