Why is life so complicated? I feel love by many but so alone at the same time. I live wearing an invisible mask. A mask that I can hide behind. I smile because then people think that you are doing OK. I have hope that Presley will fight Leukemia and one day be given the title of "survivor". I also live with fear that she is the 5-10% or number that doesn't win the fight. I have moments when I forget about cancer and the toll it's taken on our little fragile family. The reality is that my mind and life is so consumed with this crazy cancer that we cannot just walk away from. I have days I just pretend that all this didn't happen. I cry and I sing, I wish laughing came a little easier for me these days. I'm numb to a lot of things, its so much easier to just stay numb and not acknowledge this trial. I have a few angel friends, but I live so far away from my family and friends. I long for those familiar faces who give the kindest hugs and people stopping by with a little pick me up. I don't understand why somethings have happened in the past few weeks. I feel distant at times but need people all at the same time. Why do some people judge? Why am I being judged? My world has been turned upside down. The load I carry is so heavy. I have a hard time sleeping at night. I don't know if life will ever be carefree again. I took that for granted. The thougth of Presley's cancer relapsing haunts me. Presley's cancer journey has stole her innocence and left her fearful, scared and in pain. Cancer not only affects her but Crew suffers in his own ways as well, it's affected us all. He is struggling with seperation anxiety and fears that he will not be with his family. I hated that he was away from us for 2 months. Will he ever understand? His trust cycle was broken. I feel like a turtle, slow and often hiden under a shell. I have always wanted to have more children. Do I dare take any more chances? I pray I will get another child but don't know if that will be in cards. I am not myself. Will life ever be what is was before? My heart is so full at times but so empty other times. My problems are too big for many. I'm now surounded by people who are doing hard things. Can you see why I say "complicated"? COMPLICATED.
Oh Alysa, my heart hurts for you...I wish I could just for one minute take it away...you are so strong! And just remember it is ok for you not to be strong too...wish you were closer!
Although our masks are different and are created from different circumstances, I completely relate to your feelings. I too feel the same loneliness that you feel. I'm so sorry for this difficult trial in your families lives. I often wonder why we are given such trying and difficult trials. I do have faith and hope that if we allow ourselves to be molded by our Father's hands through the heat of the refiner's fire he will lift us up and make us into something more beautiful than we ever imagined for ourselves. But with that said, it doesn't mean that the fire isn't hot, scorching and painful at times either. These trials truly are a cleaning and refining process that if we didn't go through them ourselves our testimonies and faith would not be part of our souls and we would never be fully converted otherwise. My heart aches for your family. You are so wonderful and sweet. We are here for you anytime you need something, truly! We pray for you everyday and think of you even more. We are so glad we have gotten to know your family recently. The Lord's hand is in everything. It's just hard to recognize sometimes. Complicated....I get it!!!! Lots of love, Andrae
Alyssa, I remember sitting in the resource room with you at SHE talking about the trials of your life before children. I thought, "That girl can overcome!" You were an inspiration to me then and you are now. I am so sorry that you and your sweet family have to endure this...I am so very sorry and I don't understand why such an amazing person/people would have to experience this. We will keep praying!
Always know that we pray for you. Watching Presley sing yesterday and then run to hug her daddy brought tears to my eyes. Watching your family go through this trial is helping me want to be a better person. I may never understand what you are going through, but I do care. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. We love you!
Oh Alysa, my heart hurts for you...I wish I could just for one minute take it away...you are so strong! And just remember it is ok for you not to be strong too...wish you were closer!
ReplyDeleteAlthough our masks are different and are created from different circumstances, I completely relate to your feelings. I too feel the same loneliness that you feel. I'm so sorry for this difficult trial in your families lives. I often wonder why we are given such trying and difficult trials. I do have faith and hope that if we allow ourselves to be molded by our Father's hands through the heat of the refiner's fire he will lift us up and make us into something more beautiful than we ever imagined for ourselves. But with that said, it doesn't mean that the fire isn't hot, scorching and painful at times either. These trials truly are a cleaning and refining process that if we didn't go through them ourselves our testimonies and faith would not be part of our souls and we would never be fully converted otherwise. My heart aches for your family. You are so wonderful and sweet. We are here for you anytime you need something, truly! We pray for you everyday and think of you even more. We are so glad we have gotten to know your family recently. The Lord's hand is in everything. It's just hard to recognize sometimes. Complicated....I get it!!!!
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Andrae
Alyssa, I remember sitting in the resource room with you at SHE talking about the trials of your life before children. I thought, "That girl can overcome!" You were an inspiration to me then and you are now. I am so sorry that you and your sweet family have to endure this...I am so very sorry and I don't understand why such an amazing person/people would have to experience this. We will keep praying!
ReplyDeleteAlways know that we pray for you. Watching Presley sing yesterday and then run to hug her daddy brought tears to my eyes. Watching your family go through this trial is helping me want to be a better person. I may never understand what you are going through, but I do care. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. We love you!
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