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Changes....need to get this off my heart.

Monday, August 27, 2012

Changes. Not good with them. I am making some major changes in my life in this next year. I am learning to manage my finances better, and that meant giving up my beloved bikram. I am planning on leaving Arizona to move to Massachusetts to be close to my daughter, and while that is a good thing, I find myself very upset over what I am leaving behind, which is my church family. There is no place like this church, and I have grown so much in my faith there. But, I feel this strong pul to be close to my daughter, she is my only living immediate family, and we need each other. I go thru horrible depression at the holidays without bing close to her. So last Saturday, a good friend came over and we started going thru my things, I want to pare down and get rid of what I don't need. We went thru my books and cd's and movies and book shelves. I threw away some memories, and that hurt, I am selling 2 tall bookcases that were mom and dad's. I want something lighter and not so dark. My financial counselor thinks I should give up some things that I disagree on, and that is depressing me. I don't know, but I have been in a major funk since Friday, and have not worked out since Thursday. I feel like a big part of my life is coming to a close, my parent's, my marriages, alot. I feel old. I jo9ined AARP and that was a pull, 'cause I am in denial over my age. I'm 52, and might as well admit it.
Sorry this is a downer, and I know there are people way worse off than me, but this is how I feel. Trying to commit to a workout tonite after my babysitting is done. Just pray for me, k?
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MONICAEXPLOSION 8/30/2012 7:35AM

    My momma is my only living immediate family as well. It was rough when I lived 1000 miles away from her. She gets sad too and I can't say I didn't get sad without her close by. There were days I just needed my mom and she wasn't there. I think that you will find a wonderful new church and be even happier with being close to your daughter. Plus, Massachusetts is beautiful! You're going to do wonderful, hang in there emoticon

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FATBASTICH 8/29/2012 5:10PM

    hang in there. moves can be difficult, but they can also open some amazing doors. good luck.

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KATHY98665 8/28/2012 9:11PM

    As a former professional organizer, I could not help focusing on the "threw away some memories" comment. You did not throw away memories. You got rid of "stuff." No one can take away your memories. Hold onto that thought as you lighten your possessions- it can be quite freeing.It is okay to mourn the loss of your stuff, but the memories will not go away simply because the item associated with it is no longer in your home.
I do hope that your wonderful experience with your church family will just mean you will be ready with an open heart to receive your next church family. How wonderful that you have grown in your walk, and try to imagine what other good things await you.
It sounds like there is a lot going on in your life and it is hard to give each of these your all. Be kind to yourself, cut some slack. Breathe...it will be okay...

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RFJSJ50 8/28/2012 4:31PM

    Honestly expressing your feelings and fears is one way of dealing with them. I think it's important to be near family and the support they can give. Yes, you will miss your church family but I'm sure you will stay in contact with them and will find a church that meets your needs when you move.
Moving - and giving up items that are part of your memories - is difficult.
I pray that all works out for you in the best possible way.
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GREENEYES2020 8/28/2012 1:37PM

    You are going through quite a bit! It is all stressful and a lot to get used to. I will definitely pray for you that you have the strength and support needed to get through all of this. Great things await you in your new home, though, and once the finances are under control, things will be easier (even though it doesn't feel that way now). Keep your head up and your hands folded in prayer!

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EGALITAIRE 8/28/2012 1:25PM

    Moving and purging can be a very emotional process. Experiencing emotions is what makes us human - when I recently went through a similar process, I tried to "sit" with the emotions that came up, feel them fully and explore the full meaning for me. I found many were connected like a web to many other aspects of my life. I wasn't just moving and purging, it felt like I was threatening my identity - those "things" and that place represented who I thought I was. The move and purge was an opportunity for me to look at those aspects of my life and decide who I wanted to BE as I move forward in my life.

Those feelings are a part of who you are, no apologies necessary.

All the best on your journey.

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SPOOKYTHECAT 8/28/2012 1:11PM

    Hi KamaP~ I see the silver lining behind that cloud~

As hard as I know it must be to downsize & leave your friends behind, the shining thing is that you'll be near your daughter!
I cannot imagine life without my daughter nearby.

I hope you feel lighter & brighter as you shed old dark furniture, & are able to make your new home cozy & comfy.

& MA is wonderful, you will be in New England like me. I am hoping your new church will be filled with kind souls & fellowship.

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MAGA99 8/28/2012 12:53PM

    sending prayers ur way

I m planning 2 move from a huge 3 bedroom house w full basement - closed in front porch- large attic - driveway - gargage - front deck & swimming pool

soooo I know how hard it is to go thru things to down size we r moving 2 a sm 2 bdrm apt it is my dad me n hubby & I like u m going thru my depression due to it

so I will keep u in my daily prayers - I know exactly what u r going thru

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NATPLUMMER 8/28/2012 12:52PM

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FROSTIERACES 8/28/2012 11:45AM

    Hi Kama :) I know about change...and depression as well. I feel...you're doing what will make your heart happiest in endless ways being near your daughter. I've had to part with a lot of my things from my Dad that made me sad...it actually felt like a huge relief when I wasn't staring or walking by the sadness as often. You're turning over a new leaf...you're headed in the right direction. I am praying for you. Stay strong! Love in our hearts always perseveres and helps us be at peace with our lives day to day... emoticon emoticon

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MSLZZY 8/28/2012 8:20AM

    Only 52 with the weight of the world on your shoulders!
Give a good shrug and let it go. You will feel better just
knowing that you are making the RIGHT decision for YOU!
HUGS!

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SUNRISE14 8/28/2012 7:29AM

    I don't like changes either but in real life we have to do them sometime ! emoticon I am here for you if you just need to vent i listen well ! emoticon Sometimes when i go thru major changes i don't like i always say THIS TO WILL PASS ! JUST FOLLOW THE LORD AND IT WILL ALL WORK OUT ! emoticon emoticon

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EMILYULM1 8/28/2012 3:03AM

    Change is very hard. You don't know how long this funk will last, but just let yourself go through it. It is a cleansing time for you. I will definitely be thinking of you.

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FLEMIDG 8/28/2012 12:53AM

    I am thinking of you and praying for you. I understand how difficult change is. I am glad that you will have your daughter nearby. God is good. He will be watching over you. I pray that you will find a wonderful church where you can get involved and meet some wonderful friends who will help you adjust. Take care. God bless you.



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BARBIE176 8/27/2012 10:52PM

    Change is very difficult Kama and scary too. I pray that given time to adjust to the changes you are making you will find them easier to make. emoticon emoticon emoticon emoticon

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LARRI2010 8/27/2012 10:44PM

    Change can be exciting...and scary. Hang in there.

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2WHEELEDSHARON 8/27/2012 10:22PM

    This is all very understandable. Prayers, thoughts, well wishings and a thousand hugs are yours.


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DJ4HEALTH 8/27/2012 10:01PM

    I am 54 and don't care if they know it but I don't want people to assume that I am older and will tell them if they make that assumption,

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SKYSEAGAL 8/27/2012 9:39PM

  2 Corinthians 4:16-18 So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.


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WILLOW49 8/27/2012 9:34PM

    No door closes but a window opens! No one hates change more than me, but it will be a good change. You will be so glad you are nearer your daughter. Everything else will fall into place in time.
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JUDYAMK 8/27/2012 9:24PM

    i will be 62 this Christmas Day I feel better today than I did then. Changes are hard to make I know I went through so many.You will make knew friends & find a knew church & get involved. You will make knew memories , & the ones you had in the past are tucked away in the corridors of you mind , where at any given time you can pull them forward & think of those times with a warm smile.Take care
Judy

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PINKNFITCARLA 8/27/2012 9:12PM

    emoticon and emoticon Just keep your goal in mind, to be closer to Holly. Everything else will fall into place :-)

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LESLIES537 8/27/2012 9:11PM

    I feel for you, Kama! Change is a scary monster but one thing I'm sure of is that YOU are STRONG and WILL get through this! I'll keep you in my prayers, sweetie! emoticon

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