Life Takes Interesting Turns...

anyardier

Posted: Apr 6, 08 9:18pm

How do you handle the curve ball that life constantly throws at you?

We all have our ups and downs, and sometimes there seems to be more downs than ups.

As some of you know, I left my boyfriend, I turned 50, I lost my job, I went thorugh a custody battle, my best friend died, followed by my aunt, then my mom became extremely ill, and I thought I had cancer again.

As a result, I became extremely depressed, lost a lot of weight, became anti-social, but most of all I began to lose my faith.

Outside of previously having cancer, I believe this was one of the toughest times of my life.

Then, miraculously things began taking a turn for the better.

My cancer scare was put to rest, I won the custody battle, I landed a job that I truly enjoy that allows me to travel abroad, my mom got better, and I got engaged to someone I dated many years ago.

Having little faith and trust in men, I had a difficult time believing him until he put a 3.5 carot diamond platinum ring on my finger.

Noticing how the diamonds sparkled to the point of blindness, I said to myself, this must be some kind of cubic zirconia. So, still not believing (due to that lack of trust), I had it appraised. (Yeah, I know...bad girl, bad, bad girl!). To my amazement, it was real.

So, here I am, sitting back in life as happy as a bee because I found someone that truly loves me, I found a new job, I can keep my daughter, but most of all I don't have cancer and my mom is much better, I'm now waiting for the next ball to drop.

I hate to sound cynical, but it always seems that when life is going so well, the ball drops!

Am I alone in these feelings?

27 Comments // 22 Members

Posted: Apr 6, 08 9:28pm

How do you handle the curve ball that life constantly throws at you?

We all have our ups and downs, and sometimes t...

No your not alone but I have finally learned to enjoy the good times to the fullest. Every minute of them. There is plenty of time to worry about the bad times(if and when) they come. Why worry now???

Enjoy, have fun, laugh, love. live and be happy as the old song goes. I am very happy for you.

Posted: Apr 6, 08 9:39pm

How do you handle the curve ball that life constantly throws at you?

We all have our ups and downs, and sometimes t...

Enjoy life, sweetie - you've paid your dues, and it's your turn for the ball to drop in the winning slot of the Roullette Wheel of Life.

The guy better know how lucky he is to have you, and ifn you need a dwarf to help carry your left hand around, well, (I'm too tall) you'll just have to ask if Billy Bart has a nephew... Good for you on the appraisal, too... and you have your daughter, and someone loves you for you, and your brother is getting married, and you are talented, and whoa, Gorgeous, it's your turn for the good things. Praise God, offer a prayer for continuance, and go with the flow, girlfriend.

Blessings and agape,

moi

Posted: Apr 6, 08 9:40pm

How do you handle the curve ball that life constantly throws at you?

We all have our ups and downs, and sometimes t...

no ----

You are definitely not alone

I have not handled those curve balls in my life very well-

but I read a quote once and I think it was by Winston Churchill and he said -

" If you are going through hell , keep going "

when you are going through a crisis it is difficult to

feel like it will ever be over

and when it is

there is this fear of the next big crisis

normal human response if you ask me

but knowing people can relate to your story with their own stories is a comfort

congratulations on everything

Posted: Apr 6, 08 9:42pm

How do you handle the curve ball that life constantly throws at you?

We all have our ups and downs, and sometimes t...

It's good to be cautious and prepared, there will be speedbumps...but look how far you've come!

Life is amazing.

You are amazing.

Posted: Apr 6, 08 9:58pm

How do you handle the curve ball that life constantly throws at you?

We all have our ups and downs, and sometimes t...

Good for you!! Congratulations. Enduring can bring rewards and it sounds as though you are overdue for some good things to happen. Enjoy every moment, savor the blessings you have worked so hard to receive.

And be happy--life is too short to not find joy along the way.

Posted: Apr 6, 08 10:13pm

How do you handle the curve ball that life constantly throws at you?

We all have our ups and downs, and sometimes t...

You, dear lady, are an inspiration for others to take heed. You have managed to bear all of your crosses, weather life's storms and bounce back stronger than ever.

I'm delighted to know that you've found love again, your precious child is under your wing and all is well in your life. YOU DESERVE IT!!!

Posted: Apr 6, 08 11:22pm

You, dear lady, are an inspiration for others to take heed. You have managed to bear all of your crosses, weather life's...

anyardier, I was sure I posted the first reply to you, yet it is not here. Just wanted to let you know I rejoice with you, and no, don't live in dread. Celebrate!