Lonely In A World Full Of People

[Deleted member 6617]

Wow Claire,

That is admirable to be a hospice nurse! I really respect that profession. The hospice nurse we had when my father in law passed away, and again when a dear friend passed away last summer were a wonderful God send. You all sure can make a difference in those final days.

I do have a desire and passion to help woman who have been abused. Just not sure where that will take me. I would like therapy horses to be involved somehow. Ahhh....but that is a dream. I need to get myself together and get my feet under me. I feel it is selfish, but right now I need to focus on me.

Thank you again for your encouragement! PH

 

[ClairBear226]

Okay, ever ridden in an airplane, PH? Remember that whole shpeal they give about the oxygen masks dropping down? You're supposed to put your own on first, before you help anyone else. The right time and the right fit will find you. I thought I would be great working with abused women - but that was before I had a relapse. I was signed up to take domestic violence classes, and really thought I could do it. Now I'm not so sure it's the right fit for me. It was exposure to someone that went through something similar to me that seemed to prompt the relapse, and 6 months later I'm still struggling. So I need to take care of me for now. But the hospice nurse thing...it's "safe", for the most part. Except for the occasional unexpected trigger in someone's house, it's something I can do that works with that little piece of good that came out of a whole lot of really, really bad.

So you ride, PH? My youngest daughter does too. Actually that's sort of an understatement. The kid has been pretty much obscessed with horses since she was a toddler. It's a thing she's very passionate about, and at this age, she thinks she'd like to be an equine vet someday. We heard about this place awhile back, and she wants to volunteer here when she's older. Maybe it might be a connection worth investigating? For whenever the day comes that you're ready.

http://http://www.braveheartsriding.org/

 

[Deleted member 6617]

I got the chance to work for a couple years with woman who had suffered childhood sexual abuse. That was about 7 years ago. Then things started going bad in my life and, well..., here I am. It was very rewarding at that time to take a horrible thing in my life and use it to help others. Someday I will be healthy enough to do it again!

Yes, riding is a very important part of my life. It is therapy for my mind, soul, and body. I absolutely love it! I don't get to ride as much as I used to, but I am sure that too will come back around. I have two daughters who both have a love for horses as well. It has been an indescribable joy in my life to be able to share that passion with them. With going through a divorce right now, things have changed and I just don't have the time for riding as much as I would like. It will get better!

Thanks for the link, I haven't checked it out yet, but I will. I hope your daughter follows her dream. I don't think you ever loose your passion for horses once you have it. Good for her, what a healthy way to spend her time!

Take Care! PH