Betty is dead.
Betty was my black dog, my little cackling demon, the ogre clutching on to my back. Haven’t we all had a little of her from time to time?
The majority of us have suffered from moments of depression, anxiety or a combination of both. I had my fair share, yet whether mine was worse or not than anyone else’s, who am I to say? I had moments of feeling blue, but then don’t we all? Perhaps that’s all it ever was, just a little bit of blue.
Like all the evil bullies of this world, in the end Betty found me to be a rather repellent host and has consequently moved on.
The sun is shining, the world is a happy, if complicated place and I can see Betty and the bullies for what they truly are. Having used every resource available to me, (see my post Depression – A Multi-Pronged Attack ) I can confirm that this slightly unhinged woman has indeed killed Betty and moved on.
“Ha! Don’t you get so cocky!” I hear someone say with a smirk. Perhaps they’re right; but in truth I don’t want to be around that person. I only surround myself with positive people who like me want to live in peace, love and optimism. Yes, I have to be careful and keep an eye on myself, but that’s what we all do anyway.
Life is for living. But most importantly, life is for living in the light and not the darkness.
Katie x
Good for you!!
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Thank you! Thank you 🙏
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Enjoy the warmth and glow of the light ❤
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I’m glad the old witch is dead. You are a light of the world Katie. I’ve always thought that 🙂
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Awww, you’re super lovely. Don’t you make me cry now … Good luck with the interview 😊
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Well done. Leave Betty in the darkness where she belongs and enjoy every minute of the fresh Spring sunshine .
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Absolutely! Thanks so much. And what a beautiful day it is today … I been scrubbing rugs with the hose and a bucket of soapy water outside the front door! Lots of very odd looks but it’s been rather therapeutic!
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Great news you finally kicked her into touch. The people who are around us make the difference in helping us to stay bouyant and positive. Good luck with everything you have overcome and realise the ups and downs are natural. When the downs or blues are around is to rise above them get up and dust down and keep moving on. Many blessings to you Katie,
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You’re such a good and kind person … one of the best. Thanks so much for your very kind words. ❤️❤️
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Your welcome.
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Congratulations Katie, here’s to many months and years in the light… (Keep the blog name though, it’s still the most intriguing and interesting one I know!)
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I agree. Or a slight change. How about….What Katie Did Next ?
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How I Killed Betty… And What Happened Next?
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How I Killed Betty … And Didn’t Go To Prison?
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Yes, or “And Got Away With It” or “And Never Got Caught”…
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Love it. Or to combine them “How I Killed Betty, Got Away With It And Lived Happily Ever After” …
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Great . My husband agrees too.
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Ha! I’m so pleased!
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Yeh, you keep the domain as it is, just change the title that’s visible when you arrive on the blog… Sounds like an update might be just the ticket!
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Oooh I like that!
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Many thanks! Yes, I think I should keep the name too ..
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Just thrown a RIP flower on her grave and now off for cake and tea!! Good news for a spring day. Xx
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Hurray! And I’m all for cake and tea (and crumpets too). Thanks xxx
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I love crumpets!!!!
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Aren’t they just the best! Covered in melting butter … With a mug of tea … ❤️
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Hasta la vista, Betty!
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Whoop whoop!!
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So, this means a party, right? I’m thinking 🎶 “Ding Dong, Depression’s Dead” and all that…
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Ha! I love that 😀😀
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Yes! Enjoy the relief.
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Thanks …. absolutely I will 😀
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Well done! it’s all good from here on out! Happy Easter Lovely xx
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Thanks so much! You too … bring on the Easter Eggs! Xx
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Good for you Katie! 💙💙
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Thanks so much! 💕💕
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Delighted for you Katie😍💕
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Thanks so much … hope all is well with you??💕
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Ps Sorry for delay in replying, I’m bogged down with this move to the US and packing etc etc … but would love to know how you are.
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I’m good thank you Katie. Of the meds for 3 weeks now and being active creatively again. Excited to hear you are moving to the US!
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Gosh well done! Yes, moving there will be a bit of a change …
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Good for you, Katie. Surrounding yourself with positive presences is a really important factor, I think, and feeling able to limit your exposure to toxicity is too. Xxxxx
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Yes, yes and yes again. Sorry for delay in responding, life is running away with me (packing, moving house, country, that sort of thing!). I totally agree with you. Xxxxx
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I’m happy for you Katie.
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Thanks so much!
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RIP, Betty, and congratulations, Katie. May you remain forever free of your tormentor!
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Hurray! And thank you so much. X
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Rest in peace, Betty. Or not. 😈
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Whoop! Whoop! Thank you x
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Hi Betty,
You are dead but immortal. I feel your enjoyment. As you know, whatever happens, it happens for the good. Keep rocking.
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Thanks so much!
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