I really hope this day passes quickly. I’d go to the ER to get admitted, and as always, the hardest part would be them trying to find a vein. They try everywhere and don’t always listen when I tell them where it usually works. I’m used to pain. I don’t flinch at needle pricks anymore, but being poked again and again like a pin cushion still wears on me.

I heard that Darrell Sheets passed away. I actually teared up because it felt like I knew him. I watched Storage Wars whenever I could, and he was always the one I liked most. I enjoyed his humor, the banter, and even the way he stirred things up with the rest of the cast. I hope his loved ones find comfort.

Recently, I found myself reflecting on why some people feel overwhelmed by life. I remembered the book Veronika Decides to Die. I read it years ago and did not fully understand her feelings back then. Reading it again now, I see it differently.

What stayed with me were these feelings:

• Monotony and lack of meaning, when every day feels the same
• Pressure to follow a path that does not feel fulfilling
• A sense of numbness instead of strong emotion
• Worry about aging and the changes it brings

I feel close to that place now. Life can feel repetitive, and sometimes there is a quiet heaviness in it.

I thank God for surrounding me with love from family, my son, and my husband. Their love reminds me of God’s presence and keeps me going.

If you are struggling or feeling low, reach out to someone you trust. Even a simple moment of connection can make a difference.

Let’s be kind to one another. We never truly know what someone else is going through.