1. It helps to get it out and in the open. If people know I am struggling, then they can offer kind words of encouragement and not judge me when Lily doesn't have her shoes on. Because I am just trying to get everyone out the door with clean diapers and underwear on...shoes are a minor detail.
2. I hope that by sharing my story that someone out there that is struggling with the same issue, or something like it, can read my blog and feel like they are not alone. Depression is a pretty lonely place and doesn't really like company...so if someone feels like they aren't the only one, it can lift their spirits.
3. Lastly, mental illness is not anything to be ashamed of. Like any other illness, you have to do everything you can to overcome it. This blog is one of the ways that I am overcoming.
So, thanks David for your concern. But, I am totally okay with sharing this with strangers. I have no idea WHY it makes me feel better, but it does! (also, i didn't do this to make you feel bad, i just did it because I thought it was funny; based on previous conversations with you about my blog and what i share.)
