As 2012, draws to a close, I can honestly say I am relieved! 2012 was a rough year for us. It had it's highs, absolutely, but overall, it was very challenging for our family. In December 2011, I was diagnosed by my counselor with PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder). While this is something commonly associated with war, it can also be caused by other things - loss, abuse, divorce, etc. I'm sure at some point I will elaborate on that, but that was how 2012 started off.
At first, I was relieved - I finally understood what was going on, why I would think or feel certain ways about certain things, etc. It was nice to know what was going on. I have always associated with labels. For example, in high school, I was "involved" - poms (dance team), show choir, swim team, class officer, etc. You get the point. Then, in college, I was a sorority girl - a DG (Delta Gamma). This was my pattern, I would identify with my label & live in that place. However, I didn't want to live in the PTSD label! That is one I didn't want! But it was always in the back of my mind. I worked hard with my counselor & processed a lot & a lot of healing took place. I attribute that to the Holy Spirits work in my life as well as counseling. But I digress....the labels continue....
Our daughter, who is 4, was recently diagnosed with SPD (sensory processing disorder). Google it - it's too much to describe right here, but again, another label for our family! And, another one I didn't want. I'm thankful God led us to Sioux Falls & we found great care immediately! In this journey, we also learned Lauren has wheat & dairy allergies, which is helpful to know. We have been blessed with great providers here who are helping us work with Lauren & the SPD. It's encouraging to see her getting better.
So now as 2012 is wrapping up, I am ready to be done with these labels & hopeful to see what 2013 has for us! Onward & upward!
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