My Therapy: Lupus is way worse than my husband

Therapy Disclaimer

I am a reluctant stay at home mom nearing the end of my term. I am a recovering "Suzy Homemaker". I curse. I say what's on my mind. I hope that I say things that other people are thinking, just don't have the guts to say. I hope to make people laugh at or with me. I hope not to offend too many people, but know there have been a few and am quite certain there will be several more.

So, if you are looking for a dysfunctional view on mothering, being a woman , and life- you may not be disappointed here. If you are still Suzy Homemaker and think that everyone should be, I might just make you want to vomit.

I've been thoroughly uninspired to write anything lately. The husband is off ALL WEEK- not vacation, just the life sucking, painstaking schedule of a policeman- must be tough, right? Well, it is for me.

That's why I was so glad to get an e-mail from Manic Mom asking if I would pimp her blog today! I didn't hesitate for a second and am glad to oblige. You see, Sheila has Lupus and my asinine husband cramping my style, pales in comparison to the painful challenges that she faces just trying to get through a day! Sometimes it takes someone to slap me across the face and say "shut the hell up and just be thankful."

Thanks, Sheila, I needed that! She always manages to leave cheerfully optimistic comments, not letting on to her discomfort and struggles.

I have known 3 people with Lupus and they have each been amazingly loving, strong, resilient moms- with the greatest attitudes! They are a testament to courage and strength and positive thinking. All women that I could learn something from.

So PLEASE go visit Sheila and spread the word!

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11 comments:

Tony@ That One Paticular Harbor said...: Tena,

That was very cool. Sometimes our inspiration is just under our nose. Sheila sounds like a great person. Lupus is no ticker tape parade. Most do not know that I have RA, which makes this Blog thing a real challenge most days. Thanks for sharing.; March 3, 2009 at 8:06 AM
J'Ollie Primitives said...: thanks Tena!; March 3, 2009 at 8:21 AM
jill jill bo bill said...: See, I knew you were a sweetheart. I promise I won't tell anyone.; March 3, 2009 at 9:02 AM
Anonymous said...: I need a pimp too...for bedsidetales...if you have nothing better to do tomorrow.

As for the slapping comment...manicmariah needs a good spanking too once in a while... :); March 3, 2009 at 9:16 AM
Mary@Holy Mackerel said...: I'm on my way to check her out.

Hope she feels better soon!; March 3, 2009 at 9:26 AM
Danyele Easterhaus said...: pimping out blogs is an awesome job...wonder what the benefits are. jk.; March 3, 2009 at 1:42 PM
Annie said...: I'll go say hello!; March 3, 2009 at 3:51 PM
Deb said...: awww, nice shout out, tena. we all need a slap across the face sometimes. it is easy to wallow in self pity when the husband is home. gonna go say hi to sheila now!; March 3, 2009 at 5:02 PM
Jenni said...: You're a nice friend! I am off to check her out!; March 3, 2009 at 6:14 PM
Texasholly said...: Cool tribute!; March 3, 2009 at 7:53 PM
Tiffany said...: First, saying hi, I have been MIA with camp enrollment, but I am getting back into my favs... now off to see Shelia!; March 3, 2009 at 8:01 PM