HAPPY NEW YEAR!  I feel as though I’ve been wandering in a New Year’s Fog.  Yep, that’s my description …  you know, where the edges of the world get fuzzy, and highway lane lines all but disappear.  The world, in all its adventure, is still very much there – but veiled in misty thinking and approached with a lower level of energy.

After the Holiday rush and end-of-the-year wrap-up, maybe a bit of fog is not unexpected.  Has anyone else felt the same?

I have not made a list of formal resolutions for the New Year, but I have been pondering my goals – including those for this blog.   

My book (OVERCOME DEPRESSION: Strategies from Science and Scripture) was a labor of love, born out of 30+ years of experience working within mental health.  I’ve had some great feedback and was encouraged to share more with my readers. 

Your comments have been rare gems of inspiration. I craved more interaction with readers.  Lacking much of that, I have filled pages with research information, strategies, and encouragement (which I will continue to share). But, I don’t want to lock into a style of writing that limits personal observation and input. 

Our life experience and coping skills, create an adventure — filled with unexpected beauty, laughter, tears, joy and heartache in our day-to-day being.  We are on this journey together. 

My personal journey reminds me of how my youngest son learned to walk. As a toddler, he wobbled and staggered a bit. At times he lost his balance – but most importantly, he fell forward (often caught up in my arms) and with a gasp or a giggle he successfully continued his quest

I think that’s my goal for 2022.  I acknowledge that I wobble and stagger at times, and I bet you do too.  I want to keep falling forward to continue my quest.  And, I want to share what I learn, and to encourage those who share the journey with me.  

By Grace we are caught in the arms of our loving God … so we can get back on our feet and confidently continue ‘full muddle ahead’.   I’m looking forward to the shared adventure. 

In the coming months, expect more information, observations, and encouragement.  I’m a cheer-leader at heart.  Please feel free to share your thoughts with me. 

Blessings, Love and Laughter to you,

Margaret (Marge)