suicide

To See You Smile

/ Nancy Ann Creed / Leave a comment

My daughter has depression and has gone thorugh a lot this summer. She even attempted suicide. So this past weekend, she went to a water park with a friend and had a wonderful time. We have gotten her into therpay and on the right medicine that she needs. Thank God, I was home at the right time the day she attempted.

I was supposed to have a work meeting, that had been on the books all year. That was canceled. For 8 years, I worked iwth a gilr who had seizures. So when my duaghter started to act strange, I knew she was having seizure activity and I was able to lay her down in the rescue position and get someone to call 911. Those days when she was in the hospital were one of the longest of my life. I know we are not out of the woods yet. Depression is a clinical imbalance and one you live with all your life, but she now has the support she needs.

The darkness has lifted,
The sun shines through,
And I see your smile again,
Like a ray of new.

I’ve watched you struggle,
I’ve seen the pain,
But you’ve never given up,
You’ve always remained.

You’re stronger than you know,
You’re braver than you seem,
And I’m so proud of you,
For fighting to be free.

So keep on smiling,
Keep on shining bright,
I love you more than words can say,
My beautiful daughter.

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Friends

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My daughter is going through a lot. I think many adolescents are dealing with mental health. I wish she had better friends that support her but sadly she does not. She has been in the mental hospital twice since April. She tried to kill herself and has severe depression. We have been in and out of therapy and doctor’s appointments all summer. Now she does not want to go back to school because her so-called friends are making fun of her. It is a hard lesson to learn that some people are toxic and not good friends. I know I have had a hard time with this, and I am an adult. I just need prayers for her.

Friends

A good friend is someone who is honest
Even when it hurts, they’ll tell you the truth.
They’ll never sugarcoat things
And they’ll always be there to give you tough love.

A Good Friend

A good friend is someone who is always there
When you need them, no matter what the weather.
They’ll listen to you when you’re feeling down
And they’ll always be there to lend a hand.

A good friend is someone who will always be true
Even when it’s hard, they’ll stick by you.
They’ll celebrate your successes
And they’ll be there to comfort you in your failures.

A Good Friend Is Not

A good friend is not someone who is always there
When it’s convenient for them.
They’re not someone who will only be your friend
When things are going well for you.

A good friend is not someone who will lie to you
Or betray your trust.
They’re not someone who will only be your friend
When they need something from you.

A good friend is someone who is there for you
Through thick and thin.
They’re someone who will always be there for you
No matter what.

So if you’re lucky enough to have a good friend
Treasure them.
They’re a rare and precious gift.

Mental Health

/ Nancy Ann Creed / Leave a comment

We’re taught to bottle up our feelings,
To hide our pain and fears,
To put on a brave face,
And pretend that everything’s fine.

We’re told that mental health
Is not something to discuss,
That it’s a sign of weakness,
Or something to be ashamed of.

But the truth is,
Mental health is just as important
As physical health.
It’s something that we all need to take care of,
And it’s something that we should talk about.

We need to break the stigma
Around mental health,
And we need to start talking about it,
So that others don’t feel alone.

We need to let people know
That it’s okay to not be okay,
And that there is help available.

We need to start talking about mental health,
So that we can all start to heal.

So let’s start talking,
Let’s start breaking the stigma,
And let’s start taking care of our mental health.