Sunday, May 23, 2010

Dear Friends,

I am in need of prayer. As if being in this season of grief and loss is not enough to bear, there is a situation concerning next year's teaching position that has me greatly distressed. I don't want to go into the details here because I can never be sure who is reading and who might twist my words. I am not currently working, as my doctor has placed me on a leave of absence, but nevertheless decisions are being made that impact me.

Please pray for my peace of mind. I tend to perseverate on things and work myself up into a bit of a frenzy. After not having taken any anxiety medication in more than a month, I had to take it twice in the last few days.

Please pray for the best outcome for my grade level assignment and school location. It may be necessary to make a change to be in the best place for me.

Please pray that others with the power to make decisions that impact me would have compassion for me. I have been through so much. I am weary. I need an advocate to work on my behalf.

I am so blessed to have so many friends who read my blog and who care for me. Thank you for your love and support.

23 comments:

  1. Thank you for letting me (us) know, dearest Joannah! You can count on my fervent and passionate prayers on your behalf...I'm so very, very sorry...It is too much...I will pray the Lord provides, and lifts you!!! I love you. Janine XOXO

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  2. Dear Joannah,
    Hoping for an easy and compassionate resolution. As always, all our thoughts and prayers are with you!
    Jan, John & Jillian Rose

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  3. Joannah~ You are in my thoughts and prayers. It's a tumultuous time of the year for teachers and you are dealing with so much. (((HUGS))) I hope that your placement for next year works in your favor.

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  4. Always sending prayers to you, dear Joannah! xo xo

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  5. Standing with you in prayer, Joannah.

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  6. I am sorry for this hurdle, it seems like the last thing you should be having to deal with. I hope that the powers that be are able to match you with the perfect job and the perfect work environment.

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  7. Dont forget you DO have an Advocate working on your behalf- Christ Jesus! The good hand of our Father is on you...Rest in Him, knowing He's working it all out for you- His precious daughter! Much love to you sister! Denise

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  8. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need. Know that the Lord is watching over you and many of us are praying for you on a regular basis.

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  9. Ok, I may be stirring up controversy here, but i don't mean to, and I am saying this out of a sense of love and concern. There is no shame in taking medication for anxiety, especially at a time like this. If you broke your leg, you wouldn't push through the pain and continue to walk on it; you'd use crutches to take the weight off the pain and to allow your leg to heal. Your heart has been broken, your life has been shattered. It isn't something that can be seen from the outside, but the break is there. Your dr has prescribed meds in order to help you heal. It doesn't make you weak. It doesn't make you less reliant on God. The day will come when you don't even have to make the decision whether to take them or not, because you won't need them. But at this time, at this season in your life, you have crutches to help deal with the break. If you need to take them, please take them, without guilt and shame because there's no shame in using crutches...even little pink swallow-able ones :)
    Thinking of you and praying for you,
    Anne :)

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  10. I am sorry that things at work are challenging right now, and will continue to pray for you, Joannah. The unknown of the situation is so tough and frustrating. I know God will put you in the best situation.

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  11. Anno, I agree with you. I really do. I have no shame for taking them, but I have other reasons for not wanting to continue taking the medication. They hadn't been necessary for several weeks until this situation came up.

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  12. Praying for you Joannah, praying that He does what's best for you right now. Praying that everything works out perfectly for you.

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  13. Praying for you and for God to intercede on your behalf.

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  14. Lifting you and your work situation up in prayer tonight. Linda

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  15. Joannah, I will remember you in prayer, knowing God is more than able to direct your path and quiet this storm.

    Take good care of yourself!

    Love,

    Andrea

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  16. Just stopping back by to let you know that I'm continuing to pray!!! Love you so much!!! Janine XOXO

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  17. Joannah,
    Keeping you in daily prayer. I've added the specific request for God's guidance with those in charge of school/class placements for the upcoming school year. I know that this work situation causes much anxiety and I pray that they make the decisions soon and that the decisions are made with grace and care toward you! Prayers are surrounding you,
    Sarah

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  18. Praying for some peace....and resolution for the issues at work. As a teacher myself, it is always a tough time of year when waiting for decisions that will impact your career....every May/June. Always praying for your broken heart, Joannah.

    Michele

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  19. Hope things went well...I prayed...and will continue...Love you! Janine XO

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