Let's Talk About It

Let me be a woman!

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 22:07:42 -0700

I am a woman and proud of it! I have always felt that people try to make our boys into girls. I think we should let our boys be boys. Let them run and be wild. Let them conquer the tree in the back yard. Let them make gross jokes, at appropriate times, and be strange.

What about our men? Are we trying to make them into women? Women want them to act like us, talk like us, be like us. Let our men be men!

But now, I think us women need to take womanhood back. I think society in general has tried for years to take away the most basics of a woman's character and identity. We have enough to deal with, much less trying to be something we are not. Let me tell you what women are....

We are strong

We are weak

We are right

and we are wrong

We can do it

We need help

We see things that others don't

We feel things that others can't

We need

We provide

We love

We hate

We cry, weep, mourn

We rejoice, leap for joy, and smile till our face hurts

We desire

We let got of the things we want

We put others first

We give and help and sacrifice

until we can't anymore

We work hard at everything we do

We know how to enjoy our work

We get tired

We don't stop

We learn to rest

We learn to slow down

We can do it

We can't

We are women

We are special

We are amazing

We are life givers

We are created

and We create

We are here and not leaving anytime soon....

By a Woman named Sheri

Resources

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 11:33:00 -0700

I would like to know what books and websites have helped you and why. I am going to make a list for this website. Other women may benefit from your suggestions. Let me know!

sheriyourmenopausestory@gmail.com

or make an entry on this blog or guestbook on the home page!

With love,

sheri

suicide

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 01:03:18 -0700

I get quite a few emails from women having such a difficult time. Sadly, suicide is often brought up to me. Oh, how it saddens my heart to hear a woman going through such a horrible experience in their life that they would consider ending their life. If this woman is you, please read on...

Don't. Don't do it. You are special. You are beautiful. You are loved. You are wonderful. You are made for a purpose. You are not crazy and this suffering will end, but not at your hands. Today is not your day to die. God, the maker of heaven and earth has a day for each of us, but it is not for us to decide when that is. I know things are can be terrible. I have had such terrible times in my life, I wasn't sure how I would make it through the day. But I did. I did make it through the day. And another day. And another day. Until, finally, the days got better. There was more joy than sadness. There were more smiles than frowns.

Some people may abandon you during this time. It is their loss. You remember that. You are wonderful. You are a woman and we are made of tuff stuff. We endure and overcome. We give all and take little. We meet hard times with determination and steadfastness. We are made with a purpose in mind, a destiny. You must go on. Fullfill this destiny.

There are many who love you, even though it might not feel like it at times. They do love you they just do not understand. Try to do one loving thing for another. When you feel your lowest and loneliest, reach out to someone else. There are so many women that need help. Go, volunteer at a homeless shelter, a women's home, a nursing home. Find a way to be a blessing, right now, during the hard times. Don't wait until you feel better or have the energy or time. Do it now. People need you.

Please email me. sherimenopausestory@gmail.com

Tell me how you are. You will make it, I promise. We can do this together. You are not alone.

Sheri

Where are the Americans?

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:03:07 -0700

You know, I get most of my letters from people overseas! Thank you so much for writing! It is so wonderful to hear how women around the world deal with menopause. My dear friend, in Missouri is going through menopause hot and heavy and she is still in her 30's! She has had quite a few health issues over the years. I think that has contributed to her starting menopause symptoms early. It is not typical, although common enough. Maybe, you can write a letter about menopause to me! Just fill out the forms on this website, or email me at sherilyn@yourmenopausestory.com and tell me about it. Let's help eachother.

Sheri

stress

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:21:16 -0700

Stress. We all have it. I'm sure menopause doesn't help it. It probably just adds to it. I get many letters from women and men wanting help. Some are at the end of their rope. Some just can't take it anymore. Daily stress, the kind of stress everyone experiences, is so bad for us. It is terrible for our health and is one of the root causes of sickness. So how do we deal with it?

Many people have different answers. Some drink. Some meditate. Some do yoga. Some call their friends. Some shut the door and just want to be alone. I have done almost all of these. They never seem to work for me. The only way for me is to turn to the maker of heaven and earth. God. He has helped me through so many hard times. Now, this website is not made to just tell you about God. It is made to help women through menopause. There are a lot of herbs and vitamins, projesterone, and different hrts. But really, the main thing that we need is God. He is there for us and wants to help us. If you have any questions, make a comment here on this blog. I would love to respond.

Sheri

A Brave Woman

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:17:00 -0700

Women are one of two of God's best creations. The bible says we are created in His image! Imagine that! God didn't make a mistake when he made you. He made you just the way He wanted to; your hair color, eye color, height, laugh, the way you walk. He made it all. He also made our bodies to go through certain cycles. We are born and have to learn to speak, crawl, walk. Then on to learning how to play, share, run, jump, and skip. On to the next step of becoming a young lady, getting our periods, noticing curves we didn't have before. Finding who we are alone, and then with our spouse. Some women have children, others not. We grow, learn, mature. Life gets busy until we realize just how short life is. We notice changes again. Maybe some that are not quite so comfortable. Menopause starts with a vengence or maybe just a soft whisper. Was it a flaw in God's design. Has He gone awry? No, beautiful woman. God made no mistake in menopause. It is His natural process of a woman's life. Sometimes it is harder than what we would like. I hope that you can find ways to make it easier. God has wonderful herbs to ease some of the symptoms. Praying and asking for His help is a wonderful way to cope. Just remember, it only lasts for a time, then onto the next amazing time of your life. Hang in there. You are like a caterpiller in a cocoon. Next you will become the beautiful butterfly that your are destined to be.

Sheri

New Blog

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 11:31:55 -0700

I unpublished this blog many months ago. I wasn't getting much response on it. Lately, I have been getting many submissions for this book. There are many questions getting sent to me. I thought if you would like to submit your questions here, I could answer them and then other people would be able to benefit also. If it is a private question, please feel free to email me at sheriyourmenopausestory@gmail.com If it is not private, please ask it here.

Remember, I am not a doctor or an expert in menopause. I do have some information, but there is a lot out there on the internet. I will try to help you if I can, though.

With warm thoughts,

Sheri

Women of Character

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 21:25:00 -0700

Do you ever feel like life is one big challenge. I don't think we ever "arrive". I believe it is how we engage in the journey that truly matters. There are different challenges at each stage of our lives. Menopause is another one of those challenges. It is not necessarily something that must be conquered, but a season in our lives that must be endured, knowing that if we have any negative effects from it, they too will end. Even when menopause symptoms are gone, then women enter into another phase of their lives, with more challenges and obstacles to overcome, enjoy, endure. It is who we are as a person through all experiences in our lives that truly matters. Can we look back and say we led our life with dignity, knowing that we did not handle every situation perfectly but with an attempt to not give into the lowest levels of emotions and character? I hope that as we all go through the numerous changes in our lives, that we can be proud of being a woman, a beautiful creation by God. We are not ashamed or embarrassed by our lives, but thankful to have lived.

You're Not Alone

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 21:47:00 -0700

I got a letter from a really nice lady in England. I am concerned that there might be many women that feels the way she does, alone. My heart breaks for her and others, that have a difficult time with menopause. I am going to write more on this later, I am very tired tonight, but I just wanted to tell all of you to email me if you need someone to talk to. I am a greater listener and truly do want to help you. I believe in the power of prayer, so I will pray for you if you would like me to. Just drop me a note, because you are not alone. I am here if you need me.

Sheri

peri menopause or hypothyroidism

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 21:39:00 -0700

Hello all!

I was researching menopause earlier. I went to the Mayo Clinic website. They have great info there. Below the area that I was reading was a link for hypothyroidism. I've always thought I might have a problem with this. I wonder if some of you may also. I don't know that I have peri menopause, but I am going to get my blood levels checked for hypothyroidism. I won't go on any meds. If I do have a problem, I will see what natural stuff is out there. Gotta run.

Sheri