Having a pity party, care to join???

[moosmom]

Every year around this time, I get into a sobbing depression. It has to do with my birthday and my life in general.

I got up this morning feeling awful (not sick but in a funk). I sat on my futon crying into my coffee. Usually my birthday doesn't bother me. But this year it's really doing a number on me. The idea of turning 56 scares me because it makes me realize that half (if I live to 100) my life is over. What do I have to show for it?? Not a damn thing. I see what other people have and how they don't blink an eye at a purse costing what I make in a year while I'm eating macaroni and butter wondering whether I'm going to be able to meet all my bills this month.

The last time I had such a meltdown was on my 30th birthday. It was awful. I stayed in my apartment for 3 days in my pj's crying into a pillow while the state was blanketed with almost 3 feet of snow.

In AA, they say "this too shall pass". I just wish it would hurry up cuz I'm tired of looking like crap (bags, red eyes from crying) and crying uncontrollably.

[Sirrahsim]

I don't have any words that will help, but here is a big hug for you!


((((((HUG)))))

[Karen]

What do you have to show for it?
A whole lot of friends who love you ...
A nekkid kitty who absolutely adores you more than anyone in the whole world
Other kitties who owe their lives and happiness to you
A daughter who is a survivor and making her way in the world
Countless positive impacts on the lives of others through everyday interactions
Far less clutter than people with money to burn
A hobby/business that takes plain things and makes them pretty and makes people smile ...

And us!

Sending you a big, firm hug.

[Medusa]

Pack those bags that are under your eyes and come visit me for a weekend. LOL

I'd love to be 56 again. I was still having periods at 56. (Sorry, guys.) Don't have a pity party, Donna girl. Just have a party. Call your friends, tell them to bring a covered dish for your birthday and celebrate. And give your fur purr clan some hugs and scritchies. That'll make you feel better. Keep the faythe, girlfriend.

[Randi]

Donna, I'm sorry to hear you're feeling so down, I do too from time to time. One thing that works for me is get busy with something, and within a few days you'll find lots of new positive things happening that you'd never even thought of. A bummer though to be low on money, but you'll get though that too, with a bit of discipline.

Oh, and 56 is not old - it's a lot better than the alternative. Cheer up!

[Daisy and Delilah]

Donna, I think I was 56 when I went through the same thing. I had a talk with myself. I concluded that I had a choice and that was:

1. I could let it get me down and make myself feel worse. Or....

2. I could snap out of it and make the best of every minute and enjoy the second 56 years.

I had to pick number 2. I hope you do too. Instead of thinking of what you don't have, love what you do have and make the next 56 years the best ever!!

Don't forget that you're wasting valuable time if you let it bother you. Time that could be well spent making yourself feel great.

[catnapper]

(((((HUGS))))) YOu know I understand the whole depression thing. You certainly know you also have a LOT to show for your life. The work you've done for animal rights will stand testament forever!

[lvpets2002]

Hey I will say the same as Karen.. Each day is a struggle with the whole world v/s bills to pay.. Hey just look at those Kitty Babies of yours.. They are the ones that would not have nothing if it was not for your Love & Concern & Caring for them.. Donna fight for each & every day you can have with your babies.. You know when I am in the dumps I first look at all my babies & cuddle them.. Then I go look into the mirror at myself & it does not seem so bad after all.. I also think of all the Handicap people & pets that are born each day & have to survive.. Most dont even know that they are handicap.. Now you think you are scared turning 56.. Hey this Birthday is my 50th one & I am like EEkkkkssss.. Like you I feel that half of my life is over.. Cheer Up Dear.. BiGg HuGGss..

[cassiesmom]

HUGHUGHUGHUGHUGHUGHUGHUG

Hug,
Elyse

[cassiesmom]

Moosmom, how was your day today?

[K9karen]

Did I hear Pity Party? You can bring whine and I'll bring the cheese!

I do have to say, Donna, that I felt that way for a few minutes on my 57th. Then I realized what the alternate was. I always think my best friends have it good, they have great families, always seem happy, but, believe me, they have their problems. I think everybody does. It's just the degree in which they react and step forward to fix them. I admit, I'm a bit slow sometimes, and need a kick in the butt. Hindsight is my buddy.

But, I have a place to live, people who love me and support me, a beautiful, sweet dog, and although I may have some health problems, they're minor to what other people suffer.

I may not have accomplished a lot financially, but mentally and emotionally, I've evolved, and I think I get better every year. Hey! I may have a breakdown tonight, who knows? But I'm a *WTF* type of person. I complain like a banshee, but it's a good release, afterwards, I'm cool.

We love you, girl. We may not be physically assessible to you, but send you hugs and . Kiss some kitties!

[Marigold2]

Donna last year for my birthday I got diabetes. This year for my 50th I got the flu, feel like poop right now.
How about I bring some flowers to this party, low cal ya know and no sugar and we watch a great fun movie like Chicago or Liar Liar.

[Daisy and Delilah]

How are you Donna? I've been wondering if you're feeling better.