I feel like as much as a struggle happiness has been to achieve for me personally, I seem to have no problem trying to spread it everywhere I go into the lives of others.
My name (first and middle) literally translates to "Gift of Joy". Also, my first real sentence, according to my mom, was "Don't worry, be happy" - I'm pretty sure the Bobby McFerrin song being ever so popular the year I was born (1988) must of had something to do with it! ;)
I wish I could say that I could feel the happiness that I want and hope I emit, but my moods have been really up and down. In late January, I started experiencing panic attacks and major anxiety to the point I couldn't sleep or concentrate at work. I knew I was doing practically everything in my power to keep a healthy mind and body, but sometimes, it's completely out of your control and you need medical intervention to help. I went to my family doctor and explained to him what was going on. He felt it was necessary at that point for me to go on a combination drug for both my anxiety and depression. Right now, I am taking the lowest dose of Effexor. It has been a little over a month since starting the medication and I have been feeling great. I know I won't be on this medication forever, but it helps me for now to cope and live a normal life.
I have tons and tons to look forward to. My momma comes to visit me here in Saskatchewan at the end of this month. I celebrate my 27th birthday next month where my boyfriend and I will be spending the weekend in Edmonton, doing lots of shopping at the West Ed Mall, going on the amusement park rides, checking out the water park and spending time with my two little cousins (Sarah & Allie) and two great friends (Amy & Janessa). THEN, I go to see an Ed Sheeran concert in June for my best friend, Janessa's birthday in Saskatoon with a group of friends. Finally, in July, I fly back home to Newfieland to see all my family and friends and pick up half my heart that I left there :) There, I will be singing at my friend Nicole's wedding, who I've grown up with and known since Kindergarden. At the end of THAT trip, I get to spend my last few days of summer vacation in Montreal for the Osheaga Music Festival with my friends Heather, Erin, Kandace and Amanda. Life is good and I am blessed :)
There's always a reason to be happy! Keep smiling :)
XOXO
-E
My name (first and middle) literally translates to "Gift of Joy". Also, my first real sentence, according to my mom, was "Don't worry, be happy" - I'm pretty sure the Bobby McFerrin song being ever so popular the year I was born (1988) must of had something to do with it! ;)
I wish I could say that I could feel the happiness that I want and hope I emit, but my moods have been really up and down. In late January, I started experiencing panic attacks and major anxiety to the point I couldn't sleep or concentrate at work. I knew I was doing practically everything in my power to keep a healthy mind and body, but sometimes, it's completely out of your control and you need medical intervention to help. I went to my family doctor and explained to him what was going on. He felt it was necessary at that point for me to go on a combination drug for both my anxiety and depression. Right now, I am taking the lowest dose of Effexor. It has been a little over a month since starting the medication and I have been feeling great. I know I won't be on this medication forever, but it helps me for now to cope and live a normal life.
I have tons and tons to look forward to. My momma comes to visit me here in Saskatchewan at the end of this month. I celebrate my 27th birthday next month where my boyfriend and I will be spending the weekend in Edmonton, doing lots of shopping at the West Ed Mall, going on the amusement park rides, checking out the water park and spending time with my two little cousins (Sarah & Allie) and two great friends (Amy & Janessa). THEN, I go to see an Ed Sheeran concert in June for my best friend, Janessa's birthday in Saskatoon with a group of friends. Finally, in July, I fly back home to Newfieland to see all my family and friends and pick up half my heart that I left there :) There, I will be singing at my friend Nicole's wedding, who I've grown up with and known since Kindergarden. At the end of THAT trip, I get to spend my last few days of summer vacation in Montreal for the Osheaga Music Festival with my friends Heather, Erin, Kandace and Amanda. Life is good and I am blessed :)
There's always a reason to be happy! Keep smiling :)
XOXO
-E
