I've been participating at a diabetes support group website. I'm not only doing it to learn more how to cope in my daily life, but to promote my new blog as well. I'm finding that the most wonderful thing is happening.
People are following my link from the discussion forum to my blog. I'm getting private messages about how well they think I'm doing and how much that my blog helps them. They like how I'm open about my experiences. I'm finding that newly diagnosed diabetics seem to be identifying with me the most. The fear I've felt is a very common thing. They think I'm an inspiration.
Me?
It makes me feel like I'm doing a little good from my tiny corner of the world.
My endocrinologist said I would help a lot of people if I published my health journal, but I decided to do a blog instead. Maybe she was right about the sharing part. I'm feeling that maybe I'm finally starting to find my purpose.
If feels right.
Every time I log on to my stats page, I see my readership expanding. When I apply myself to promote it, I see reward for my efforts staring back at me. I shake my head in disbelief.
I do believe that all things happen for a reason. Maybe I was given this struggle with diabetes so that I could find my way to helping other people. Stranger things have happened.
A long time ago I had a dream/vision that felt incredibly real where Jesus said to me, "Bring back to me that which you know I like." I awoke with the words in my head, "and goodness and mercy shall follow you all the days of your life." It's never left my mind.
I've had a bit of an epiphany that maybe this is how I'm supposed to be giving back. I have happy tears as I write this.
Maybe I'm on to something.
CW
CreativeWoman posted on Jan 21, 2008
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silverwhisper said on Jan 21, 2008....
that has to be an incredible thing, to realize your purpose, CW. :>
and you know, i've considered you inspirational for a while, myself. :>
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CreativeWoman said on Jan 21, 2008....
Ed,
Thank you. I've never considered myself inspirational but I've been hearing it a lot lately both on and off line in how I deal with the diabetes. I feel strangely peaceful about being on the right track for once as far as the blog is concerned. :-)
CW
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skald said on Jan 21, 2008....
That was a remarkable dream. Yes you are doing good and you are inspiring other people and helping. -
Mamie said on Jan 21, 2008....
oh I too have always found you to be inspirational! And HOW FUNNY IS GOD?? He gave us the struggle (for not too long either, meaning some have struggled for YRS before a KNOWING comes along) and then asked us to help him HEAL people: body, mind and spirit! Wahooooooo! I accepted and said 'yes' too. This is what heaven on earth feels like, what are we waiting for? xxxooo Mamie -
evil_twin said on Jan 21, 2008....
This is wonderful that you feel like you've found your purpose. I know that feeling. It's pretty amazing. I think that what you're doing is a great thing. I hope it keeps being successful and maybe you will write a book one day? You never know!
-evil_twin LA
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CreativeWoman said on Jan 21, 2008....
skald,
The dream really was remarkable because I felt Him touch me as well as talk to me. It felt so real. I'm doing my best to help others. I think the new blog is something I am meant to do. :-)
Mamie,
I have been very inspired by you! I think I really can help people with diabetes on my other blog. I think they can see that I write from my heart ad theat feels good. This is going to be big. :-D You will do great things with your non-profit organization too. God has flipped the light on so we both can see the path now. :-)
Kyle,
Thank you. My sister was just teasing me that if the Discovery Health Channel catches wind of my blog that it could blow up big time. :-D The thought has crossed my mind about future books when the blog gets established. A series of them is sort of formulating in my brain already.
CW
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beyondtheveil said on Jan 21, 2008....
CW- I think you're getting a good thing going. I can see how many people would want to read your blog, your experiences. I wish you the best. -
bluegum said on Jan 22, 2008....
cw i wish i had your talent i am jealous. -
wombat said on Jan 22, 2008....
I've always felt that you were an inspiration! Here's hoping your insight and sharing will help others just as you intend. I think what you are doing is wonderful, for yourself and for others out there as well. -
CreativeWoman said on Jan 22, 2008....
beyond,
Thank you. I hope it continues to grow.
blue,
You are very kind. Thanks.
Wombat,
Thank you. I've been getting some positive feedback. It feels really good to be doing it.
CW
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queenparanoia said on Jan 23, 2008....
cw: i'm smiling as i read this!!! and you right!!! you have a purpose!!! and i'm so proud that youre helping many people.... youre my inspiration as well... =) -
CreativeWoman said on Jan 23, 2008....
queen,
Thank you. It feels so good to feel I'm on the right path. :-)
CW
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