Are you an adventurer? Do you like adventures that take you all over and take you through every emotion you can think of? Well, fasten your seatbelt and pour yourself a good cup of coffee; I invite you to go on an adventure of a lifetime-literally the adventure of my life. I Promise we’ll have lots of happiness and laughter; along with some sadness and tears.
March of 2020, I don’t think we’ll ever forget that year!! It was like living in a history book! (I can see history books years from now with the title to a chapter “2020, THE YEAR THE ENTIRE WORLD CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP!!) Actually, I think it was around, March 13, 2020; my life began to “shut down” from Covid-19 wreaking havoc in my world! I had a great job that I loved! I worked on staff in a sheltered workshop going around doing activities with different people. I wanted to help people have a happy and fun day! I loved the job. Due to my having compromised health issues, we decided that I should not go back to work for a while. At first, it was fun and I was happy not to work! Eventually, my position at work was terminated due to Covid. I slowly began the downward spiral into dark, deep depression!
We really needed help! God directed my sisters to look online! We found some awesome people to help us through a very dark time! We’ve spent the last 2 & 1/2 years trying various medications and counseling. We were also supported by millions of prayers by friends and family! Today, I’m happy to tell you that we found the right medication and I graduated from counseling!!! Over the last 2 & 1/2 years my physical condition has changed! Now, I’m not able to walk and stand unaided. Not being “job” material, due to the extra physical help I need, we wanted to find something I could do at home. My brother suggested I write a blog about my adventures and experiences.
If by sharing my experiences with cerebral palsy (CP), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and depression, I can help someone, I’d be thrilled!!! CP, OCD, and depression are my main struggles, but believe me not all!!! I hope we can talk about all kinds of struggles. I’m not claiming to be an authority or expert, just simply sharing my own experience. I still have lots to learn! I’m sure you will teach me too! Let’s go on this journey with God and each other! I’m excited!!! Buckle up, grab that coffee and let’s go for another adventure of our lifetime! I like to joke around and have fun! Let’s agree that fun and laughter are going to be a big part of this blog!! God created fun and laughter! Also, please feel free to share my blog website, catesjourney.com, with anyone you think would enjoy being part of our journey!
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61 responses to “How We Got Here”
Cate thank you so much for being vulnerable and sharing your beautiful heart and spiritual journey with all of us! You are such a blessing and inspiration! Looking forward to following along♥️ love you
Lily,
Thanks for your loving comments!!!! I’m honored that you want to follow my blog!!!! Andy did one thing (a lot more I’m sure!) right- HE MARRIED YOU!!!
Hahahah you’re the best Cate and I couldn’t agree more!!!
Hi Cate, I am so excited to go on this journey with you and see how God uses you to encourage others. Can’t wait to read your next blog!!
Andy,
Thanks for your encouraging and supportive comments!!!! I’m so glad you’re my cousin!!!!
Love this Cate! Can’t wait to go on this exciting journey with you my sweet cousin! Love you!
Joanna,
You are so dear and sweet!!!! You’re always so encouraging and kind to me!!!! I’m honored that you want to share this journey with me!!!!
Your testimony of the work of the Holy Spirit in your life is an encouragement to us. God is real. We look forward as He leads you to share more. It is a joy to join hearts in faith.
So great to hear from you! Thanks for all the love, prayers and support you both have given me over the last 2 and 1/2 years!
You bring joy into the room when you roll in. So glad to join your fan club!
You light up the room too! You do it in two ways! You bring the sunshine! ☀ Also, you radiate light from the Son too!
Thanks CateyBug I love your first blog. Can’t wait to read more and more of them. You are truly a wonderful blessing I love you and hope God richly blesses you!!✌️🇺🇲
Thanks, for your love and support!
Woo hoo❣️ I’m so excited for this journey, you, & your family💞 Happy belated birthday 🎂 🥳. Blessings to you. I’m so pleased you are in a more positive mind set. 🙌 Blessings
Thanks so VERY, VERY, VERY MUCH to all of you for your loving and supportive comments and subscribing! I have been blown away and overwhelmed by your love and support!
thank you for sharing your heart and your story. what a blessing and an encouragement you are ! can’t wait for more ♥️
Caroline,
Thanks for the lovely comments!!!!!
Cate,
What a joy to be with you on this leg of your journey with Christ and what a difference in you since the last time I laid physical eyes on you. You are a treasure to me and how much the more to your Creator, the One who made you for His express joy and pleasure. Love you my sweet friend and sister. I am excited to watch from afar this time. May Christ fill you with a sense of the wonder of why He created you, perfectly and with His stamp declaring you His original design. I love you Catherine! If you get the chance to dance, always dance….there will be much dancing in heaven.
Grace and peace,
Jennifer
I am so excited for this new journey of yours dear friend! I was so encouraged by your phone call and have missed our discussions and prayer together at work. You are and have always been my encourager, and are a dear sister in Christ! God does have great plans for you dear Cate!! Your bright light will now be visible to so many! Beth
Beth,
You’re always so sweet and encouraging! I LOVE YOU SO VERY, VERY, VERY MUCH!
Cate, I am excited to hear about your blog. Your smile and positive attitude are always such an encouragement. I also am blessed when I am able to hear your solos at church. I will be following you on your blog. Dave
YOU HAVE BEEN SO ENCOURAGING, LOVING and SUPPORTIVE FOR THE LAST 2- 1/2years!!!! Thanks for your encouraging comments!!!!
We are so excited for you and this new adventure. If we take you to dinner will you include us in your blog?
Sure!!!! I’ll do just about anything for a free dinner!!!! Name the place and time I’ll be there!!!!
Cate, thank you for the invitation to join in on the fun of your new blog. You are an inspiration to all who know you. Looking forward to your next post.
Thanks for your comments!!!!
Cate
God has plans for you and they are for his
Glory. You have an amazing story . Glad I can share this journey with you. Love you girl cb
Good job Cate! Blessings!
So thankful you are doing this and know it will encourage all who read your blog! I know that after the storms the sun shines brightly and I already see the “Son” shining brightly in you! Looking forward to your next blog! ❤️
Thank you❤️
By sharing the wisdom that you have accumulated in dealing with your obstacles, you can surely be a blessing to others who may be facing their own struggles.
WOW, IT WAS REALLY GREAT TO HEAR FROM YOU!!! Thanks for your kind words!!!!
Hi Cate!!
My sweet son (G) and sweet DIL (A) sent me the link to your new blog! I am looking VERY forward to it!
God has really gifted Abbey with creativity! She helped brand my blog and set up my
Redbubble site!
That’s awesome! Yes Abbey is so creative.
Hey, I play scrabble online too, and Yahtzee ha! I’d love to play either with you.
Have a good night, and God Bless!
Angie
What a great first post! I’m looking forward to hearing more about your amazing adventure!
🙂🙂🙂🙂Thanks for your interest, I’m honored!!!!
I’m so glad you are putting your story out there to help others that are experiencing the same issues. You are such an inspiration!! Love you so much
Amazing and inspiring words from one of the most Beautiful souls❤️❤️❤️anxiously awaiting the next blog Cate!
Thank you for your very sweet comment!!!! YOU’RE ANOTHER ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SOULS!!!!
My beautiful cousin! So happy for you!! Can’t wait for more!
MY LOVELY COUSIN Thank you so much for all your love and support!!!! I LOVE YOU SO VERY, VERY VERY MUCH!!!!
I am so excited for you! Can’t wait to see your next post! I didn’t even know what a blog was until you educated me. I want to see more and more.
Blog? What’s a blog? I’m learning right along with you!
So excited for new beginnings – Congratulations, Cate! I look forward to seeing all God has in store.
Thanks for your comments!!!! I LOVE YOU VERY, VERY, VERY MuCH!!!!
So excited to go on this adventure with you! Thanks so much for sharing your experiences! Love it!
Thanks, for your love and support!!!! I LOVE YOU AND DAVID SO VERY, VERY, VERY MUCH!!!
This is great – thanks for writing such great things!
Looking forward to what is to come!
Thanks I’M SO GLAD YOU’RE PART OF OUR FAMILY!!!!
Love this and you SO much!! Can’t wait for more!! ❤️
❤️ 💙!!
Thanks Cate for all the amazing work you do. I am also honored that you chose my birthday, 1/27, to share. I always knew I was your favorite, not Michael.
Happy birthday!
Thank you!
I’m so glad your brother suggested this creative outlet for you (and us readers)! I hope God uses your story to bring hope, healing, and laughter to many. 💛
❤️
Already looking forward to your next post!
Love your new blog!!!!
So excited to join you on this journey!
This is totally awesome!