Comments on: My Hardened Heart…

By: Heather @ Not a DIY Life

Heather @ Not a DIY Life — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 22:35:50 +0000

Oh, girl. Praying for you. Rest in the fact that God knows your need. {{Hugs}}

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By: Annabelle@Christian Momma

Annabelle@Christian Momma — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 01:21:05 +0000

I too am a people pleaser and it’s hard for me to say no to people when they ask me to do something. One thing someone told me once was to never agree to do anything at the moment they ask…to say you’ll pray about it, then go home and pray about it before accpeting it. It’s helped me keep my head clear and know when to say no and when to say yes.

You need to forgive yourself, once you do, you’ll start to feel better about not only yourself, but others around you! ((hugs))

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By: Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 19:23:06 +0000

First time visitor. I have seen you comment on some other blogs I have visited and I always liked your blog name, so Idecided to finally click on over. Yes, please forgive yourself for not being everything to everyone. My husband has preached to me over and over that I have to love myself before I can love anyone else and that the only person who can truly make me happy is ME. Andhe is right. Don't be afriad to ask for help. It has taken a long while for me to accept help from others and to get over my own hang-ups about asking for help, but oh my, what a difference it has made in my life. And most times, when I do ask for help, friends and family are only to willing to give it. And now I have gotten to a place in my life where I can give help back to others. Go easy on yourself Heather. Lisas last blog post..Ikey No Likey

By: anymommy

anymommy — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:28:16 +0000

My first visit and this post spoke to me. It is SO hard to ask for help sometimes. I think it makes us vulnerable. I can feel your heart in this post, so I know it's in there too, I don't even think it's hidden. anymommys last blog post..Sister of My Heart

By: Krissi from Krississippi

Krissi from Krississippi — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 06:14:01 +0000

"And maybe all I need to do is forgive myself. Maybe all I need to tell myself that it's okay to NOT want to be a doormat, but to learn to better appropriate my time and my efforts." *sigh* I feel the same, yet powerless to change. I can't offer solutions or advice, just a simple "I know how you feel." Krissi from Krississippis last blog post..2008/09/13 Twitter Tweets

By: Ann G

Ann G — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 03:45:15 +0000

I think all moms go through what you are going through right now at some point in their life and I’m guessing single moms go through it even more frequently since you are “everything” to your kids. You deserve a little “ME TIME”, just like all moms…I pray you get what you need!!

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By: Shane

Shane — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 02:21:44 +0000

I can honestly say that I’ve been there before, and will probably be there again someday. It sucks doesn’t it? I’m sorry. You’re right, just talking it through can be a big help. God gives us wisdom. And I find it most when I’m talking through the situation. I have also found reading the Psalms to be helpful. David was also angry and scared, but he held on to God’s promises. You can too.

Shanes last blog post..Songs of Sewage and Soul

By: Kitkat4real SOLO dot MOM

Kitkat4real SOLO dot MOM — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 01:44:33 +0000

Wow. I know any single parent can relate, especially those of us who are conditioned to volunteer and be a part of “everything” full force and full speed ahead. But I think you have accomplished much by realizing 1. you can’t do it all and 2. that it’s ok to say no, even if it means letting someone down at that moment (they will get over it).

In case it might help, let me remind you, that you have to live your life with these first priorities: for God, your kids, and yourself…. then add in the other things (for other people) that you have time to do. If you can’t take care of yourself (and overextending your efforts will wear you out physically and emotionally)then you will be of no good to your children (nor anyone else for that matter); and thereby doing them an injustice from something that was intended to be good on the surface. (I hope that rambling makes sense

Obviously I am stating what you already verbalized here. So I will be praying with you in confirmation and hoping the strength and the answers will come.

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By: Lizz @ Yes, and So is My Heart

Lizz @ Yes, and So is My Heart — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:47:53 +0000

Praying that you will come out of this with strengthened faith. I'm sorry. Lizz @ Yes, and So is My Hearts last blog post..Sisters Seven Months Later

By: Redneck Mommy

Redneck Mommy — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 22:37:30 +0000

I wish I could do something to ease your troubles, friend. I'm having a bit of a disagreement with God myself as of late, and wishing I could find an answer. Redneck Mommys last blog post..I Suck