Cry Me A River
Today has been one of those days filled with frustration and tears. And while the tears part may seem a little disconcerting to those of you who have "sensitive" hearts, the tears have actually been very cleansing for me.
You see, I'm not much of a crier. I learned growing up to "suck it up" and keep a happy face regardless of the circumstance. While this has served me well at times, it's also been very detrimental to my emotional health. If you stuff your emotions long enough, it can become difficult to even recognize when you actually have them. This can lead to all kinds of physical problems. Did I mention I had a full-blown ulcer at age 21??
Anyway, today I have been able to cry and while it's not my favorite emotion, at least I recognized it and let myself fully experience it. Now this may not seem like much of an accomplishment, but frankly I'm claiming it as a victory for myself today!
So it's okay if you want to have a good cry. In fact you can even cry me a river. After all we were created with a variety of emotions. As for me, well. . . I'm going to have a good cry and know that my sweet Savior will be there to dry my tears just when I need Him.
A little weepy, but okay,
~Cheryl
5 comments:
love the picture and I am with you on needing a good ol cry!!! When I cry it out before the Lord things seem to feel better.
I personally love a good cry. And, as hard as it might be for you, I hope you do feel much better.
Praying for you today.
Hugs,
Fran
So cool about you helping host the simulcast this weekend :) I can't wait...
I love to cry... It is cleansing and healing at times... Blessings!!!
The older I get the harder it is to control when, if, and how much crying is going to happen over any given situation.
Love your artwork-
Bless you,
Kathy
awww cheryl--I know, those days are a little tough sometimes-
But like the storm you experienced the other night, the rain always goes away and if were really looking, a rainbow shows up somewhere--
happy days m'dear
paye
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