Comments on Scrangie: Depression Awareness Month

Hi! I've heard a lot about your blog and I'...

2011-07-25T00:58:28.025-05:00

Hi! I've heard a lot about your blog and I've been reading it a lot lately, it's gorgeous and wonderful! I'm 18 and I've been suffering from depression since I've been atleast 10-12. It's not fun, and when you don't understand what you're going through it's even worse. This post made me feel inspired because it's nice to see that people do take it seriously and respect others going through this, because not many do. Thank you so much, and keep up your amazing work:) -Marie

I'm not sure that it's possible to 'ge...

2010-06-12T00:57:28.563-05:00

I'm not sure that it's possible to 'get' it unless you've suffered from depresssion or been closely touched by it, but after nearly losing my SO to it I am learning. Thank you for this post Scrangie, and thank all of you who have stepped forward and added your voices to the chorus. Depression is a serious and potentially life threatening illness and it's time that the 'just snap out of it' school of thought was laid to rest along with archaic attitudes like 'real men don't cry' and medical dinosaurs like 'female vapours'. I wish you all the mental health and happiness that everyone should have in their life.

And yes Scrangie, thank you for your blog which is always a bright spot of beauty in my day.

I am new to your blog and have only commented once...

2010-03-21T03:50:18.887-05:00

I am new to your blog and have only commented once before. I have depression, anxiety and panic disorder. Thank you so much for posting this. So many people misunderstand our condition and need to learn the facts.

Thank you for a very beautiful post that included ...

2009-10-22T10:54:56.798-05:00

Thank you for a very beautiful post that included not only nails, but facts. The depression I have suffered over the years was caused by PTSD and anxiety issues but nevertheless combined they throw quite a punch.

Keep leading us on to new adventures!

-BunnyMasseuse @ TPF

It is with tears in my eyes that I write this. Sc...

2009-10-18T14:51:52.438-05:00

It is with tears in my eyes that I write this. Scrangie, because of your post, I feel less alone today. I'm sure you did the same for many others as well. Thank you so very kindly for summoning the courage it took to share this very personal issue with all of us. Please know you've touched many hearts by doing so.

♥(((Scrangie)))♥

Just a "small" update: It's being D...

2009-10-17T10:15:39.664-05:00

Just a "small" update:

It's being Depression Awareness Month has really grabbed my attention because this month I'm feeling worse then I have in a while (I blame the Yaz I was taking to balance out my hormones and is now getting out of my system... the Lutera was worse though). I asked my mother, who has been dealing with major depression herself for the last couple of years (they're considering hospitalization for the second time, the last being right before Xmas last year, whish never happened), if she'd heard abou tit or anyone in her group therapy.. she said no.

So, I decided to crochet green "ribbons" to wear as pins. They came out so nice, I thought I'd post the instructions, which are really easy. It's basic single crochet, going back and forth.

you need: #1 crochet hook
green crochet cotton

Row #1: Chain stitch 5 stitches.

Row #2: Put your hook into the 2nd stitch from it and single crochet in the next three stitches (row = 3 stitches).

Row #3-#32: Single crochet in each stitch of the row, not forgetting to make that one chain stitch for turning you row, until you've finished the "ribbon".

Finish off by knotting and hiding the thread. Twist into the right shape and stitch together, from back to part way into the front (so as not to let your stitch show in the front) or you could use a glue that would work with the ,material. Stitch or glue on a small pin back (you can also use a safety pin).

Finished ribbon (with 2 strands) 2"L x 1"W

I used Luster Sheen (which is a bit thicker than size 10 crochet cotton) for 1 ribbon. For the second, I used two strands together (you can find skeins like this, which is what I used or just use to separate skeins held together).

I wish I could post pics, but I don't have a digital camera. I might try scanning them later, so people get the basic idea. Also, I hope the instructions are clear enough, since it's the first time I've ever written a crochet pattern out.

Thanks again Scrangie for letting us know about this important month. I'll have my pin ready to wear by Monday and will wear it for the rest of the month. Better late than never, right? ;-)

Fantastic post Scrangie. We all face battles in l...

2009-10-14T23:36:25.997-05:00

Fantastic post Scrangie. We all face battles in life and you should be proud that even given your challenges, you have created such a wonderful blog, site and network because of your intelligence and creativity! Long live the "green"!

God bless you, Scrangie. I had no idea that you s...

2009-10-13T12:39:36.023-05:00

God bless you, Scrangie. I had no idea that you suffer with depression. Your blog is one of my very favorites as you always make me smile with your posts and way of talking.

An issue that should not be taken lightly. I have ...

2009-10-13T08:39:54.142-05:00

An issue that should not be taken lightly. I have seen depression first hand, and taking steps to knowing you are depressed and then doing something about it is key in recovery. Thanks for putting this up

Thank you so much for this post. I suffer from dep...

2009-10-12T02:17:27.000-05:00

Thank you so much for this post. I suffer from depression and panic disorder and most people find it very hard to understand. Just knowing there are people like you spreading awareness...it makes me feel very hopeful! ^_^ And of course your manicure is gorgeous! ^_^

Thanks for this post. Although I'm much better...

2009-10-11T02:29:52.388-05:00

Thanks for this post. Although I'm much better now, I've suffered from depression for most of my life. In the US, there is still a great amount of misunderstanding surrounding depression, and I appreciate all attempts to raise awareness.

I too am a sufferer from this... really sucks :( ...

2009-10-10T06:09:55.305-05:00

I too am a sufferer from this... really sucks :( It's so familiar to me when you mention even small simple things are difficult to deal with.
Very informative, and kudos to you for raising some awareness ♥♥♥

Love the mani, btw ;)

Scrangie I am dumbstruck, you are an amazing woman...

2009-10-09T17:05:10.497-05:00

Scrangie I am dumbstruck, you are an amazing woman. I can't even begin to tell you what your posts/blog do for me. I am one of those people who does not understand what you suffer through every day but I hope that your online community here makes a difference for you.

You rock my world, girl! xxx

Wow, the response is unbelievable. Thank you for...

2009-10-09T15:41:40.039-05:00

Wow, the response is unbelievable.

Thank you for posting this.

(((((hugs))))

OMG can you believe how many comments....but how w...

2009-10-09T11:30:22.158-05:00

OMG can you believe how many comments....but how wonderfull that we can all smile by the sight of something simple like a good mani, keep growing stronger from those happy moments :)
i was on diazepan for quite a while but now i have my nerves under control after seeing a reiki lady and some natural personalised Bach drops.

again, big hug to all of you..

I didn't know that . Thank you for that.

2009-10-09T02:51:39.678-05:00

I didn't know that . Thank you for that.

This was a great post Scrangie. I too suffer from ...

2009-10-08T22:37:38.461-05:00

This was a great post Scrangie. I too suffer from Depression, and take an SSRI for it. I agree, most people think you can just get over it, but it's not nearly that easy.

That was a really amazing and intelligent post ......

2009-10-08T21:01:58.493-05:00

That was a really amazing and intelligent post ... thank you Scrangie!

I had a mild depression for many years and was on ...

2009-10-08T20:33:26.734-05:00

I had a mild depression for many years and was on Lexapro for about a year and a half. I have to say it helped me in many ways but I hated that I was becoming a slave to the drug. Luckily, I met someone who taught me about supplements and I took them in replacement and totally got off the Lexapro.

But please please, I must know what color you used in the photo of this entry!!!!

I had no idea there was a color for us! Woo hoo, m...

2009-10-08T20:18:34.349-05:00

I had no idea there was a color for us! Woo hoo, my favorite color green! I think it's very brave to admit to having depression. Most people don't understand it. They just think it's something you can get over by doing some chores or seeing a funny movie. I didn't understand it myself. My brother suffered badly from it and still does. I think my Mother had this for a long time. People were undiognosed. I didn't realize I had it until my girlfriend went to the doctor because of panic attacks. The doctor gave her some material on depression. I read it and realized I had all the symptoms. I made my appointment with the doctor and he put me on Effxor. Thank God he did. I was never sucidial just sick with pain and deep sadness. My pain didn't go away but the sadness started to leave me. It's taken a long while to get to where I am now. I still have the pain. I take pain medication but nothing very strong. I can't work anymore because of the pain so I'm at home all the time. If it wasn't for my girlfriend and these blogs I wouldn't be as happy. It's hard when your home alone and everyone else is at work. It's great to have blogs to read and comment on. Thank you for bringing this to life.

I too suffer from depression - thank you for posti...

2009-10-08T18:19:55.562-05:00

I too suffer from depression - thank you for posting this. So many people are uneducated about this dangerous disease. It is a serious illness, like any other life threatening one. I was diagnosed over a year ago and am doing better, but have my moments. It's important to have people who understand and care around you. Cymbalta's website has excellent resources to give to those you love to help them understand.

Wow... there are a lot of comments on this particu...

2009-10-08T17:43:56.481-05:00

Wow... there are a lot of comments on this particular post. I also want to thank you for this. You inspired me to make a video about Depression Awareness and create a tutorial inspired by green. If you'd like to check it out here's the link: http://beautymarked16.blogspot.com/2009/10/depression-awareness-month-green-smokey.html

I said thank you in my post too. :) The video should be uploading soon if you want to see that also.

Thank you for this post. It's comforting to kn...

2009-10-08T16:51:47.000-05:00

Thank you for this post. It's comforting to know that people I admire and respect have the same problems I do. (I'm not sure if "comforting" is necessarily the right word, but I'm sure you know what I mean)

xx

I suffer from Postpartum Depression and Anxiety. I...

2009-10-08T15:19:49.741-05:00

I suffer from Postpartum Depression and Anxiety. I just wanted to thank you for posting all of that info. I find that if one has never dealt with any type of depression first hand, they can never know what it is REALLY like. I am going to paint my nails green tonight :)

Thanks for the great post. I always enjoy your blo...

2009-10-08T14:54:23.731-05:00

Thanks for the great post. I always enjoy your blog and purty nails :)

Big hugs to you!