One Of Our Own

One of our own was not OK last night (or many nights before that).  As many of you know, Jessica from {Mis}Adventures of An Army Wife posted late last night that she had taken her life.  My heart was heavy after reading what she has been going through.  Many bloggy & facebook friends contacted the police to find out if she as OK.  According to an anonymous commenter she is and I'm praying that they are right.  It's my understanding that she is getting treatment.  Please keep Jessica in your prayers.

Since the post went up last night support has been pouring out of support for her.  The blog world really is an amazing place.  We let people have glimpses into our lives and we get to peek into theirs.  In the process we become friends.  We may not know their real names or recognize them if we passed them on the street but they are our friends.  They are a support as we struggle with living the life of a military wife.  Ladies, thank you.  Thank you for being there, for reading, commenting and sharing the joy the pain.  Not only mine, but of all of us.  Reading the comments on Jessica's post are encouraging.  If you're in a dark place right now, please go read them.  There are several ladies who have commented that they have been in similar situations... please reach out to them.  I know that they are willing to listen.  I am willing to listen.  There are people who are willing to help you.  Please, please, PLEASE realize you are not alone! 

Some other resources include:

1-800-SUICIDE or www.hopeline.com
1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673): Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network
1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233): National Domestic Violence Hotline
 
USA Bulimia and Self-Help 24-hour Crisis Hotline
Phone number: 1-314-588-1683
 
USA Self-Injury Help by S.A.F.E. (Self Abuse Finally Ends)
Phone number: 1-800-DONT-CUT (1-800-366-8288)
 
National Eating Disorders Association (International treatment referrals and info)
Phone number: 1-800-931-2237


I got these numbers from the PostSecret Wellness Resources.  If you are outside of the US there are numbers listed for several other countries.  Please remember that even if you feel alone, you are not.  We are here to support and love you!

I also want to add that Military One Source is a great resource too. I saw it one another blog (I forget which one!  If it's you, let me know so I can give you credit) and they can provide you with counseling and other resources.  If you've never visited the site go check it out so you know what's available in case you do ever need it.