Hi Dan - So sorry to read that you have had a tough spell on a number of fronts. Just a few weeks ago, your cheerful welcome and surprisingly generous offer of friendship meant alot to me. Since then, I too had a bout with depression when a dear friend practically died in my arms after an exhausting battle with cancer. Though we saw her death coming from far away, and in the end it was as graceful and inspiring as her life, the reality of it fairly broke my heart. I thought of your posts and appreciated your empathetic spirit.
It is a hard lot for us humans. So much suffering, so little time to make sense of it. All I know is that the whole journey can be made worthwhile by the process of loving and (the hard part) learning to truly receive love. It seems that extending our best love to ourselves is key to the later. You are obviously someone who knows this and also happens to be a sensitive, compassionate soul (in your darkest hours finding cheer in helping others).
In times of tumult, be very gentle and patient with yourself. As others have said, I too am grateful to have a chance to share your pain as well as your triumph and everyday life in between. I am always up for private as well as public correspondence. Thanks again for being a friend and allowing me to return the favor. Wishing you a smoother ride and a healing heart. - Patrice
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