Voices of Those Living with Mental Illness Crystal January 12, 2019 Dear Younger Me If any song lyrics ever hit close to home, it would definitely be these ones: "Dear younger me,Where do I When the Little Things Add Up Lately, it feels like I’ve been in a season where one hard thing after another just keeps piling on. It’s Sitting with Pain “Why does it have to be me?!” my oldest child cried out, hunched over the toilet in pain. My heart When Fear Stares Back The sense that we weren’t alone gripped me anyway, humming in my chest like a warning bell. But we continued The Lilacs Are in Bloom “The lilacs are in bloom!” I said as we pulled into the driveway. My husband rolled to a stop in Hope in the Darkness Complete darkness. My eyes search for light, any light to guide my path. I know the general direction back, so 2023 Refresh & Renew: A Spring Wellness Day Our 2023 Refresh & Renew, A Spring Wellness Day was a success! The birds were chirping, the sun was shining, Constantly Moving “Your son is a disruption to the class. He is constantly moving and making noises.” The kindergarten teacher sounded exhausted. Cupboard Doors Walking into the house, I immediately noticed the two kitchen cupboard doors that were left open. It’s fine. I think Healed While ringing up the wrapping paper and first birthday card for our nephew, the cashier asks, “Would you like a
