Have you ever just had one of those days? I'm talking about when life has kicked you so many times that you feel like you're down for the count? Then, you need to vent. The problem is to who?
I've found myself there lately. If I'm being honest, I've been hanging out there a lot lately. I know that this is hard to believe, but I don't have a very best friend outside of my marriage. . Note that I said outside of my marriage. John Mark, my husband is my best friend. Here's the crux of the problem- everyone that is married for any length of time encounters problems or issues. That's just human nature. When your best friend is your life partner, who do you take all your issues to? I have several close friends.,but none who would be okay with all of my issues in their lap. I truly envy those who have relationships that have withstood the test of time and life. Please don't get me wrong, I have several very trustworthy friends who I can call if needed, it's just not the same.
All that being said brings me to my topic of conversation. Oversharing. Recently, I found myself kinda desperate for someone to vent to. Sometimes life can drag you down and it's hard to find a way to the surface. I found myself turning to someone who I barely know. I don't have their phone number. I don't know where they live- I have a general idea, but I've never been to their home. I know this person is a Christian and strong in their faith and that is the reason for choosing them. I can only speculate on what they'll think when they get my email. They may think that I've gone off my rocker. I don't know. The only thing that I do know is that I may have overshared a little and that I would appreciate some prayers.
Fortunately, that e-mail wasn't a catastrophe. I heard back from my friend and I'm very happy that I clicked send. Even though I was petrified afterwards that I had just scared her off, it paid off. She emailed me back within 24 hours. The advice she gave was welcomed and appreciated.
Life may get me down, but I'm gonna get back up because that's what I do. I'm not ready to give in. Not yet anyway.
It's oddly liberating to tell your secrets to a stranger. I'm not sure why, but it helped. Never know, I might start randomly talking to people I don't know about life's problems. They may think I'm weird, but let's face facts. I am. But I'm ok with that. So if ever you feel like I do, Judy email a stranger or someone trustworthy. Don't share your deepest darkest secret with someone who is going to blab to everyone they know, that won't end well for you. I think of it like confession time. If ever you find yourself in need and no one to turn to, find a stranger. Someone who barely knows you, BUT that you feel is capable of helping. You definitely don't want to make it worse. I suggest someone strong in their Christian walk or simply someone wise. Good Luck!
