A tougher journey than imagined

The past two and a half years have been a journey for our family. If you have been following the journey with us, you know it has kept us on our toes. The Lord has been so faithful though to our family and even though some of the journey has been tougher than we expected, we still have been given more than we could of ever hoped for. Our prayer as a family is that whatever the Lord has given us, we want to give even more to bless others.

Tonight I feel on my heart to share my journey of the past year. In the fall of 2007, we rejoiced as we found out we were expecting baby #3! Our bundle of joy came at a tough adjustment time for us, but we were excited to meet our new son. About 6 months into the pregnancy, I started to struggle with pre-partum depression. Having two "perfect" pregnancies before this one, it began a challenge for me. Unable to fully grasp my feelings, I pushed forward and kept the smile on my face. I briefly spoke with my doctor and a few close friends, but knew I would come out of it. Long story short, I have continued to struggle with this post partum depression until now. I let it take over my physical and mental health. As a person who studied psychology in school,I knew I wouldn't let it overtake me, but looking back there are days it truly did. Today was an incredible break through day in my journey. My husband has been a support in more ways than words could describe. Everyday is one step closer to beating this and I am so thankful for all who have journied with me.

Why this post.....going back to the top paragraph, it is our prayer that we will be able to bless someone everyday. The Lord put my story on my heart today to share with others. My story, I pray will be a testimony of showing the amazing love and grace of our Heavenly father who has taken care of me, provided for me and ultimately is healing me! Post partum depression is a real thing and I am far from someone who could say how to heal it, walk through it, or master it, but I am someone who has walked it and going to beat it. I'm not sure what the Lord will do with the journey I have walked, but I am ready to serve Him with all I have.