Comments on: When is a Christmas party not just a Christmas party?

By: Lucy

Lucy — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 09:05:35 +0000

I recently came accross your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I dont know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often.

Lucy

http://maternitymotherhood.net

By: Caroline

Caroline — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 16:32:27 +0000

Way to go, Em! Well done on the party – wonderful that you went, and wonderful that you enjoyed it, and wonderful that you found some good people there. And totally wonderful that the depression is lifting …

Thank you for all your writing (and the terrific podcasts) over the past year! Have a very happy New Year (I would have said Merry Christmas, but I missed your post on the 23rd and we’re past that now) and here’s hoping that all your ventures go from strength to strength in 2010

By: Laura Eno

Laura Eno — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 20:43:11 +0000

I completely understand where you are coming from. You’ve taken a great step. I think many writers struggle with depression/introverted behavior. Always believe in yourself.

By: Iapetus999

Iapetus999 — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:14:22 +0000

Party time! Excellent!

Good for you! Have a great holiday!

By: Diana

Diana — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:30:44 +0000

Merry Christmas Emma! Glad to hear it’s lifting. It’s a terribly dark thing to go through. Stay well.

By: Heather

Heather — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:20:11 +0000

Thanks, that is the sweetest Christmas message ever! A very merry Christmas to you too! You inspire me!

By: Tony Noland

Tony Noland — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:58:53 +0000

That’s a huge step! Depression is such a lonely, fearful place; I’m glad you had a good time!

Merry Christmas and best wishes for a Happy New Year 2010,

Tony

By: Lis Garrett

Lis Garrett — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:53:06 +0000

I’m terrified of talking to people in real life and am much more sociable online, so I know how proud of yourself you must be feeling. Good work! Baby steps, eh?

By: Cynthia Schuerr

Cynthia Schuerr — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:30:44 +0000

Emma, I am so very happy for you. it will get easier and easier as time goes on. I, too, have been there many years ago. But, no one had a name for it then. As I look back, I can honestly say that it was the main reason for my divorce. I had three children within 4 1/2 yrs. and if it weren’t for them, and knowing they needed me, I wouldn’t be around today.
I wish you the best with your struggle and am glad that you were able to find a little Holiday spirit.
You are very welcome and we love you.

By: Joanna Young

Joanna Young — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:23:25 +0000

Oh Emma, that’s the loveliest Christmas message I’ve read! So glad the depression is lifting.

Have a wonderful time and don’t forget to *look after yourself*

Much love x