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SeekingKnowledge
SeekingKnowledge
I feel so helpless. My guy is in another state, and he's really really low right now. I wrote about it last night in my journal if you care to know the background. Basically, what can I do for him, being so far away. He's all alone, and I'm really scared for him. Trying to get him to getaway with me for a long weekend. Spoke with him last night, he's not doing well. I just don't know what to do for him.
BeckyK
BeckyK
I am sorry I don't have any good advice, I think what you are doing is great. You are a kind listening ear. Keep encouraging him to come for a long weekend, who knows he might just take you up on it, and you two could have some "quality" time together. My husband is in Florida right now and I am in Michigan, he is depressed and stressed, and misses the boys and me, we talk a lot through the day, and look forward to his 3 days off in April when he will be able to come home. I am trying to just listen, and comfort him as much as possible. I am hoping he can 'hear' the love pouring through the phone.

Anyway, keep talking, keep comforting, keep listening, he will feel better, and maybe he will come see you soon.
SeekingKnowledge
SeekingKnowledge
He's been in a deep depression since November. I just feel so overwhelmed.
SeekingKnowledge
SeekingKnowledge
I'm sorry, I don't mean to be such a downer.
BeckyK
BeckyK
You are not a downer, I understand where you are comming from. My husband is trying to study and pass this training so he can provide for the family, and it is taking it's toll on him.

Have you been to councelling? It might help you to go, and so you can help youself and help him. In the mean time all you can do is listen with a loving ear, and offer comfort where ever you can. I really feel for you!