In 2019, I began my Junior year, Spring Semester of college at Central Michigan University. Due to the handicap that my OCD and clinical depression bring, it became unreasonable for me to attend classes. The therapy and medication I were receiving was not enough to keep me stable. So, in February, I dropped my classes and received a doctor authorized full-refund. Then, my depression led to my admittance to a hospital close to home so I could receive sufficient medical attention. I am doing miraculously better and I want to share my hope and improvement with you. For the most intimate act of love in which our Good Shepherd lays down His life for His sheep, is the cross. This Lent, we remember that Catholics cling to the cross. In the cross we have salvation. In the cross we have resurrection and life. Those who sow in tears will sing when they reap (Psalm 126:5). Perhaps the illness explains why I have not blogged in the past couple of months. Also, I was embarrassed that "From Convent to College," should now be "From College to Clinic." But, I plan on returning to college this summer, God willing, so I think the title still stands true! This Lent, I've been in the hospital in the psych unit for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Major Depressive Disorder and Social Anxiety Disorder. My first draft of this post was written in the hospital just so I am being totally real with you all. I pray that there is something in my witness that instills the Holy Spirit to work in your life. Please pray for me! I am praying for you. I hope to post more frequently again--at least once a month.
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Michelle
3/31/2019 06:58:33 am
Hey, thanks for sharing. This is so beautiful, and I'm sorry you're struggling. I'll be praying for you.
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Jacqueline
3/31/2019 12:02:43 pm
You're welcome and thank you for your prayers!!! Peace!
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Alysha
3/31/2019 07:29:07 am
Praying for you Jackie! You have such a beautiful witness. Please let me know if you need anything!
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Jacqueline
3/31/2019 12:02:05 pm
Thank you for your prayers! Praying for you too!!
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Anna (Truckey) Monroe
4/2/2019 02:51:47 pm
Hey Jackie,
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Jacqueline
4/2/2019 03:22:28 pm
Hi Anna, it is good to hear I am not alone. I am certainly praying for both you and your husband! May God fill the pair of you with his powerful healing. Peace!
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Stephanie
4/4/2019 01:04:57 pm
Praise God for your improvement! I will continue to keep you in my prayers. I applaud your courage and honesty as you struggle with this Cross. You are far from alone.
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Jacqueline
4/5/2019 06:48:13 am
Stephanie, thank you so much! God bless you!
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