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Post by dazednconfused on Jan 8, 2007 11:31:45 GMT -5
I just keep surfing around.,.. looking for answers that won't come. Feel like my husband is doing the same, but in a more "on his own" way... maybe it is just because he has been working so much. The test came back.. no good news to tell... baby wants lunch... need to write more later.
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Post by johannes3 on Jan 8, 2007 12:42:01 GMT -5
I believe that God hears your words and prayers to Him long before you yourself hear them.
Many many blessings,
Johannes
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Post by LookingUp on Jan 8, 2007 18:41:39 GMT -5
Even when we're at the place we can't cry out to God in verbal prayers, the Bible says this: "Meanwhile, the moment we get tired in the waiting, God's Spirit is right alongside helping us along. If we don't know how or what to pray, it doesn't matter. He does our praying in and for us, making prayer out of our wordless sighs, our aching groans." (Romans 8:26 MSG)
Does your church do any of the Celebrate Recovery groups? If you're husband is doing the classes at settingcaptivesfree.com - maybe they would let him re-do a class. They let me with my food addiction. Would becoming a mentor where he took the class help keep him focused on recovery. There are several on-line classes for PAs - maybe he could take a different class just to keep himself involved in recovery. What about SA/SLAA/SCA groups? Or even working the 12-steps on his own with an accountability partner if no groups are available? Just tossing out ideas.
Can he hear you when you tell him your fears and worries?
Is that a bad thing?
LookingUp
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Post by hopeless on Jan 10, 2007 9:41:24 GMT -5
Sounds like your H is really stepping up to the plate here, dazed. Good for him! I can't imagine trying to get bed rest with 5 kids running around, but please try. It certainly would be nice if there was a family member or friend who could step in here and help you guys for the next few weeks. God hears you and knows your needs.
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Post by LookingUp on Jan 10, 2007 9:57:25 GMT -5
I'm guardedly optimistic for you. I'll continue to hold up you and your unborn baby in prayer. I'm glad your husband is being a good and supportive helper. I'm sure in time there will be a desire and energy to chat with God; and I'm sure he understands that you're not there yet. If our kids have a bump in the road of life - we're understanding that they may need time to process it before they talk about it - God's an even more awesome parent. In the meantime, just rest - physically, emotionally and spiritually.
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Post by hopeless on Jan 11, 2007 20:18:39 GMT -5
I hope you were able to rest today, dazed.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Post by hopeless on Jan 13, 2007 9:49:39 GMT -5
It certainly is priceless  I hope you and your family have a good weekend. |
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Post by hopeless on Jan 15, 2007 13:20:50 GMT -5
I'm sure between your knowledge and your H's the workshop will be a hugh success I hope you're feeling good today, and resting when possible. |
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Post by hopeless on Jan 16, 2007 10:55:15 GMT -5
oh wow, I used to hate it when something happened to the water with children in the house. That really su#ks. I hope all that gets fixed soon. Rest |
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Post by johannes3 on Jan 19, 2007 21:35:38 GMT -5
Hmmm, I don't know much about "typical male behavior" (you know, I'm a softie who teaches poetry.... ;D), but as I read your description, I thought of my Dad who'll completely shut down under stress, communicating is simply too much for him then. This is not good.
It sounds as if both you and your husband are feeling very alone right now. I will meditate later tonight, and dedicate the merits of the meditation to the two of you.
Many blessings,
Johannes
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Post by tomlincolnsixecho on Jan 21, 2007 20:27:23 GMT -5
Hey keep at it Dazed, It sounds like he is really trying and you both have full support for each other.
Good luck with the recovery
TL6e
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Post by johannes3 on Jan 28, 2007 16:55:59 GMT -5
Hey dazed,
ahm, have you ever talked with your husband about *his* internet usage? And man, I can understand why you'd be annoyed if he's spending hours chatting online, when there's a real person around, and not just any real person, but you!!!!!
Not that much into prayer, eh? Well, you'll have noticed the Buddhists are taking over this board anyway--care to try some breathing meditation ;D ;D ;D
How are you doing healthwise?
Many blessings,
Johannes
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Post by hopeless on Jan 28, 2007 20:51:50 GMT -5
I don't blame you for being annoyed with his online chatting, dazed. He should have been keeping his pregnant, on bed rest wife company. You are in no way "dispensable". No way. You are an extremely valuable part of your family. If anything you are indispensable. You're the mama. I am glad though, that you are getting some help with things. Let others see just what all "the mama" does around the place. You rest and try not to worry. I'm keeping you and your family in my prayers.
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Post by LookingUp on Feb 5, 2007 11:44:56 GMT -5
Wondering how things are going for you and yours......
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Post by hopeless on Feb 19, 2007 19:05:18 GMT -5
hiya dazed......let's hope I don't figure out how to do the "insert image" thingy cause you said I could vandalize your journal
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