[trishy]

My thoughts are with you and know that you are never alone.

[Sherry Lynn]

Tracy please know that you are NOT alone --- we are here for you AND I completely understand what you are going through --- I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!

[Bobbi Jo]

Here is another big virtual hug for you, Tracy. My heart aches for you and I wish I could be there for you -- but know we are here. Depression is a disease, a chemical problem that wreaks havoc that is every bit as devastating as any "physical" disease . . . but no one ever tells somebody with cancer or diabetes or whatever to "snap out of it." That is an added burden for sufferers. My brother suffered from depression and it was the cause of his death. My dh has severe depression but he was dogged in finding meds to help, and he has it mostly under control now . . . I encourage you to persist with your medical provider in finding something that helps.

You are NOT alone. You have infinite value -- you must believe this, and it is OKAY to come here if you need someone (or lots of someones) to remind you.

Step outside. My husband spends all the time in the sunshine he can; it makes a huge difference -- and as the days get shorter (especially further north) you need all the sunshine you can get.

You have gotten wonderful advice from so many people here -- hope it shows you how important you are to all of us, and keep letting us know how it's going.

love and hugs,

[HisThao]

Tracy, I'm so sorry you're going through this. Like the other women who cared about you said, you are not alone. Depression wants to make you think you're alone, no one cares, and that you're the only one to ever feel THIS badly. It's not true. I've dealt with depression about 8 years ago. I cried every day for almost a year. However, one day I decided I hated feeling this way and asked God for "news days" and a new beginning. I can honestly say that I felt renewed even the next day. And today, even though I still have stresses and obstacles in my life, I've never been happier. I love my life and I'm so very grateful that I didn't give up. God is ready to do that for you too! Be brave and choose joy no matter the cost. I'll be praying and thinking of you. Please keep us posted.

[goodqueenbee]

Tracy, I hurt for your dark solitude. I encourage you to make the effort to get out of the house and go for walks. If you have a pet, take it.
The fresh air can clear your head. You can use the time to listen to audio books (library checkouts?) or music you enjoy that husband doent
care for? Something JUST FOR YOU... if you see a neighbor, smile and say "hi"... they might become your next best friend.
Praying for you.. make the effort ... do this for YOURSELF... and know that this too shall pass.... (your meds need to be "looked at")

[Sara Arell]

Tracy,
Still thinking about you and just wanted you to know that you are still in my prayers - I hope that you are finding some peace and are seeking medical attention by now. Please talk to us - we are so here for you and want to help in any way we can - we would love it if you would get on here and just pour your heart out anytime you need to - WE WILL BE HERE - I PROMISE and we will listen and we will answer and hope that knowing we care will help you in some small way - please know that we really care about you and really want to be here for you.
Hugs,
Sara

[Wxchic]

Tracy, I think we all suffer from depression in one form or another. I personally know that it sucks. I think the turnaround for me came when I started tending to my OWN needs rather than the needs of everyone around me. Even just spending an hour a day doing something that makes you happy is an awesome start. It can be just as simple as your friends here have suggested...a good book, a walk in the park, scrapping, an exercise routine...something to keep your mind perpetually off of your feelings. Meds do help. You just need to find the one that works for you.

Please know that you have an outpouring of support right here. Just give us a holler if you need to share a thought or feeling...even the good ones. We want to know how you are doing.

Always keep your chin up. Literally! It lights up your face and keeps your mind off the ground. ((((hugs))))

[chambray]

Tracy,
I'm thinking about you, and wondering how you are doing. Please drop a us note when you can, and remember, someone is always around.

[gophergirl]

Tracy,
I glad that you opened up here at Scrapgirls. It really is a caring place and you are part of the community. I am thinking about you and praying for you. We are here for you, The Lord is there for you and I know that somewhere there is a medical professional or a group that can help too. Sending you huge hugs and the knowledge that things can get better.

[DDecker]

I just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you and when you feel alone come here to the mb, you'll usually find someone on.

[Glorie]

I can empathize with you and I want you to know that you are being hugged by many. It is not the same as a real one but it will help catch a few tears. Consider yourself wrapped by the hearts of many and hugged with prayers from above! Know that you can do this and this tunnel has a light at the end. Keep reaching out as far as you can and those days when you can't, know that others are reaching for you. You can do this, with God's help and many prayers! Love to you, Tracy!

[Sara Arell]

Tracy, I have been thinking about you every day and wondering how you are doing. I can so relate to depression and I know what you are going through and so wish I could help. I do hope that by now you have seen a doctor and gotten your meds straightened out and are feeling better. Please keep talking to us - we are here to listen and to help if we can. We love and care about you. Don't ever forget that!
Hugs,
Sara