[cinderella]

Hey, sweetie, thanks for participating and sharing. As I stated in my OP, I wasn't referring to 'clinical' depression - the kind that requires therapy and meds - I was talking more about those times when you feel so down and out that nothing anyone says or does, lightens your heart. I usually can shake myself out of it -mine comes from islolation and lonliness, and the fact that at my age I don't feel at all hopeful that I will ever experience romantic love again.

Lately, I am experiencing something I never thought I would - afraid of being taken advantage of financially and emotionally. Add to that the fact that I have issues of abandonment that stem from childhood. My father abandoned my 4-month pregnant mother when I was 3, and at 67, I still cannot come to terms with that. Add to the fact, that that bastard at 91 is still roaming this earth, while my mom who was such a good mother, wife and human is long gone. Brings to mind the axiom of 'only the good die young.

I'm sorry, I've said more then I should, but unloading like this is like a catharsis - in small increments, but cathartic no less...

Originally Posted by apocalipstic

I also have clinical depression, so I am not sure how much I can help other than I do have ups and downs depending on life.

I have to agree with Andrew, I was very sad about the Nashville Flood and how many friends were without homes and all the devastation. We got out and helped and I feel way better now.

Good luck Cinderella, I know how sad the blues can make one! Maybe take a couple of days for you, do things you enjoy as a special treat. A fresh manicure and pedicure always pep me up and does new hair color.

I also find ironing and organizing my closet helps.

and well....Lexapro.