
More than a month ago, I read from the newspaper that the number of callers asking for counselling from the National Mental Crisis Center hotline tripled or quadrupled. It is understandable that more people would be anxious or depressed as they were on quarantine, and could not go to work, and have to avoid contact with friends and family and social activities.
For a while, I thought I was not affected as I have a little income and my niece and family live nearby. But as the months dragged by and we’re still on quarantine although more relaxed now, and the COVID cases keep on increasing daily, I am starting to feel a certain anxiety and loneliness that manifests itself with dreams of being with my loved ones, especially with my sisters.
Although compared with others, I am still in a better situation. I traced the reasons for my heavy heart: my health situation as a breast cancer survivor in these Pandemic times when you are hesitant in going to the hospital ; losing more and more of our freedom as the government critics are being removed from their posts or convicted with trumped-up charges, media entities are in danger of being shuttered; the economy being badly hit, I do not know what future we will face and not being able to plan or look ahead. I also miss my friends and our church activities, although the Churches are allowed now starting last July 10 but only with 10 per cent of capacity, no choir and with all the attending safety protocols.
Somebody said that you are as happy as you make up your mind to be. I’d probably dwell on all the good things I still have like my niece’s two toddlers who come daily to my house to bring joy instead of what I have lost to keep my sanity in this unbelievably unfortunate situation.
Peace be with you…..
The joy of the Lord is your strength
Hugs and love from India πππ€ππΌπβοΈππ€ππ
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Thanks! How are you doing with the quarantine and all?
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Can’t complain really. Everything is super busy here….lots of jobs but that’s nothing compared to what others are facing. I’m managing to slip in time to write and my prayer time is cut down because of the additional jobs but i feel God is moulding me and teaching me things and I’m more receptive than before….I have finally learned to surrender completely….and it keeps me sane and happy.
You know….if I may ask….what’s your name dear? We have been following each other’s blogs for a year now…..but I dont know your real name as yet….
I hope everything works out great at your end and God uses this lockdown and situation to your good…..even in the midst of it all π€πππΌ
Hugs and love
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You are really one of the lucky ones to have many jobs during these quarantine season! Not bougainvillea, but Rose, that’s me.
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Hahahahhahahaπ π π certainly am blessed, Rose.
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It is good that your niece’s children can come to see you. I think we all have to count our blessings in these days. My neighbour was telling me today that she really missed not being able to go to the church every week. Take care. Regards
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Reblogged this on cancer killing recipe and commented:
God help us,
Oneanna65
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It’s certainly been a very difficult time. My husband is going into hospital again very soon for some pretty serious surgery as he continues to battle last stage cancer so I have so many worries as I care for him. This pandemic has not helped at all. Sending love your way!
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Thanks and hugs to you and your husband!
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