Breaking News: Bad Things Happen
| February 7, 2013 | Posted by Presley under Life |
This has been a really shitty week. Today I hit my breaking point.
Normally I wouldn’t be blowing up your personal internet space with that type of language, but sometimes it’s necessary. “Bad”, “crappy”, or “sucky” just don’t have the same effect. I really wanted to say that it’s been a F—-ING SHITTY week. You fill in the blanks.
I’ve always had the ability to shake things off. I can’t stay mad at people. I get over things quickly.
This week, though, this anger and resentment is too heavy. I’m pissed. So pissed.
I know that I have to let it go. I know this and yet I can’t do it. Well, that’s not entirely true. I’m going to do it, because I have to or I’ll be miserable forever. It’s just going to take me longer than usual.
I wish I could get into specifics, but there are things that are happening in my life right now that have me questioning everything. I’m questioning the good in others. I’m questioning my worth. I’m questioning my purpose. The fact that a few people and events have me this upset only further upsets me. It’s such a vicious cycle.
To top it off, my baby is the sickest he’s ever been. Snotty nose, terrible cough, the works. It adds to the frustration. It’s just another thing I can’t magically fix and wish away.
I’m trying to keep it in perspective. I’m trying to remember that I have an amazing family, a warm home, a beautiful son, my health, and so much more.
Bad things happen. People will screw you over. You can’t fix everything.
However, the good outweighs the bad. There is so much more goodness in the world than there is wickedness. You just choose which parts you see. Right now, I’m spending entirely too much time focusing on the bad things and the things I can’t control. I’m wasting time that I could be spending being grateful for the positive things.
Am I still pissed off? You betcha. But tomorrow is a new day.
I think Eleanor forgot to add: “…and coffee.” 
Thank you, thank you, thank you for letting me vent. It’s so strange how much lighter I feel after I type it all out, even though I didn’t share many details. No freaking wonder diaries and journals exist. Blogging is like journaling’s more attractive cousin… I actually get feedback. I love y’all. I really do.
Oh, and let’s all just let out a collective hell yeah for tomorrow being Friday.
I just found your blog and I love it!! I hope you weekend brings better days
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Thanks! It definitely did
Having the confidence that you WILL weather the storm is more than half the battle won right there. Hoping that all works out in the best possible ways for you
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Exactly right. I just needed a little break!
You so aren’t alone in your feelings towards this week! Yes, it’s been the shittiest. If part of your frustration has anything to do with your job, we may be in the same boat, teacher friend. Maybe I’m just reading into things based on the news I got this week!
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You were reading correctly! Remember, email me anytime!
Blogging is all about venting. I like it because you are just being real! Some blogs are all about talking up a product rather than explaining how they really feel. Personally, I think running is all about emotions, so this is just part of that.
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I like to talk about stuff I buy/try sometimes. Buuuut I like complaining, too.
I’m sorry it has been a bad week
I feel like I can relate to this post, except my tough week was last week. Started off with a speeding ticket on the way to work and escalated from there. Sending good thoughts your way that things get better soon! Try to shake off the negative and do something fun this weekend 
Speeding tickets. UGH. I feel for you! haha those suck.
Well that sucks! I’ve been reading your blog the last few weeks, and you’re usually so spunky and happy! Don’t let other people break your spirit!!!
Thank you!! Sometimes I let the negative Nancies get to me! So lame.
say F it and screw that person/people. There is so much crap in life if we let it get to us, we wont be able to take care of our own families and more importantly ourself! Here is to tomorrow and the weekend! Get it girl!
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hahah so true!!
hang in there girl! let me know if you need to vent!
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Thanks! I might be blowin’ up your email soon
Everyone deserves to vent when they are having a shitty week. I hope that whatever is going on you can hang in there until it resolves itself. Don’t question your worth, if someone is making you do that then they aren’t worthy of your time or friendship. Remember that you are important and deserve to be treated with respect.
The good news? Tomorrow is FRIDAY!!!!
I hope that Maddux feels better soon too. Poor little guy. :/
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Thank you for that!
& yes, FRIDAY was much needed!!!
It’s totally okay to have a shitty week and want to vent about it. This is YOUR space. I hope your weekend and son start to feel a little jollier!
The weekend was good therapy for us all
One of my favourite sayings: it’s always darkest before the dawn!
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Love that!
GIRL you are preaching to the choir! This week = worst week of the year so far. Pretty much everything that coulda went wrong went wrong.
Also, not only was my personal life a sh** show, but I have finally seen the crazy side of my manager at work, and am questioning if I should continue to work at my job for that reason. Poor management and managers that create fake drama in between employees is so unprofessional.
hahah okay RANT OVER!
Sometimes if you think your way to happiness it happens, right???
Lol
Anyways,
Cheers to Friday and a fresh start this weekend!
I hope that you have a good weekend as well and that Maddux gets better!
xoxo
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Hmmm… some of your rant sounds so familiar.
Boo
I’m sorry you’re having such a bad week. Thankfully it’s Friday and you’ll get to spend a few days with the people that love you and can make you smile. Sending positive vibes and good thoughts your way.
And I love the Eleanor quote– she knew what she was talking about! My blog is named after her– she used to have crazy bad moods…something we can all relate to
PS: Feel better Maddux!
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Eleanor was pretty bad ass. I hope she’d appreciate me saying that, haha.
I’m so sorry…blogging always helps, though! This week’s been pretty crappy for me, as well, and I don’t even know why! Just a bad, burnt out feeling, that has me questioning what I want to do with my life. This is probably why I’m still sitting on the couch blogging, when I need to leave for work in 20 minutes. So glad it’s Friday!
Emily @ Perfection Isn’t Happy recently posted..Friday Things
I can relate to those questioning feelings… we’ll figure it out one day, right!?
Presley, I feel like we’re on the same wavelength. It sucks that is happens to be a shitty wavelength, but just so you know, I’m totally with you. I’d be lying if I said I didn’t cry everyday this week. You make me want to write it out on my blog..but I took the silent approach and just ignored it on here. I think blogging IS like a diary like you said, and maybe it would help me more too.
Hoping for a better week next week. Hang in there
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I’m sorry you’ve been having a rough week!
I find writing always helps a bit, just so you know others related and are here to support you through this time.
Hope you have a better weekend, hang in there!
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I complain about my week… then I realize so many people have bad weeks. Makes me feel less crazy. I hate that they’re upset, but it’s nice to all be able to vent together!