I am one year sober after the devastating mental illness that followed the death of my son. One of my favorite quotes from rehab is, "When you hit rock bottom, there are still rocks. Build on that." We have both done that!
I'm a few weeks late to watching this, but thank you for sharing your journey Joy. I'm going through a rough time and it's always a comfort to know you're not alone.
I love hearing how much of an advocate you are for yourself. Doctors may say they cannot help, leave it be, but you are determined to do more for yourself. AS YOU SHOULD! If I have learned anything in life is that it is so important to advocate for yourself. Love your determination and you look stunning!
Even with scares ur still beautiful, I even have scars all over my body, and I say my scars are beautiful, and so are ur scares. Ur beautiful and thank u for sharing ur story, ur not alone. Everyone goes through hell and back.
Joy, I saw you struggling and straying for a while. You got upset with me on Facebook when I pointed out things to you which was regrettable. My intentions were intended only to help you. I am so happy to see you now doing better. I lost my Dad a month before you lost your Mom to cancer on April 9th. It isn't easy. I had come to know you as a wonderful advocate for the blind. I am really thrilled to seeing you doing better I'm looking forward to seeing how you continue to progress. I'm sure your Mom is looking down and prowd of you. Keep up the good work and I'll continue to prey and cheer for you.
My friend just gave birth to a baby girl on May 3rd and I was thinking about your mama on that day. Life is truly so precious and the circle of life is so amazing to think about. Praying for you Joy. Thank you for talking about mental health struggles as I am going through a lot of anxiety and difficulty at this time.
Joy, you look wonderful! You are an amazingly strong woman. You have gone through so much yet you keep on fighting and it's inspirational. Thank you for being so genuine and open about your struggles. I wish you much joy!
Bravo Joy! Welcome back! I’m so sorry you’ve been dealing with so many health issues. I’ve missed seeing you! I know God has blessed you with faith, love and strength! I really enjoyed this life update! Thank you!🥰🤗🌺💗🌷💕🙏🏻
wow! you are an amazing woman. you will have a mansion awaiting you! God so loves you and you've tackled so much and for the most part kept your grip! what we take for granted.... You my girl are my hero! March on!
I got to say joy that I cry my eyes out when you talk about your mental health because I have struggled with mental as well I deal with anxiety to the point where I don't want to leave my house and go anywhere at times my anxiety is better then it was but it been a struggle especially when covid hit I feel like there is such a stereotype when it comes to mental health and the resources and help that you need for your mental health talking about your mental health journey make me want to talk about my mental health journey on my channel when I am ready to do so I have also learned that when you are living with a disability it is more common to experience mental health thank you for sharing everything that you gone through joy!!
Hi, this is Judy. I am so glad that you are doing well. I knew your mother was really, really sick. I saw that video that was so sad. But you know she is in a better place. Fighting cancer is not not fun at all. But you look great. You're prettier now than you have ever ever been. Your scan looks good your hair. You've always been a pretty person, but you're beautiful now. So I am so glad you're back. Wish you well and I hope you have a speedy recovery and I hope everyday is. Really, really special for you. Because you are going to make that day special. Keep doing the good work that blind people can do a man.
Much love to you Joy! Thank you so much for your vulnerability. Your openness will help many who are struggling. The one time I felt like you did was when my husband of 34 years had a secret affair and left me. It’s a very long story and I went through hell to get through it. The Lord got me through it as well as my friends and family. I lost everything and had to start completely over in my mid 50’s. I’m almost 69 now and I’m loving life. That’s the short version. I’m so sorry you have so much to deal with. I’m glad the new medicine is helping. I prayed for you this morning and will continue to do that. Psalm 34:18 says The Lord is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Also Proverbs 3:5-6 says Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and he will direct your path. You are a precious soul dear Joy. Much love to you and your amazing family.
Girl, I feel this comment in my soul. Going through the same thing currently. On my own raising the family and exhausted but hopeful. How am I supposed to do this alone? Reading your comment gives me some hope it will be OK.
We are told to hold our thoughts captive. Our battles aren’t in the flesh! Good to see you well again. Though not to your extent, I felt some of what you described post partum (severe PPA PPD). I had the worst intrusive thoughts of myself and my daughter dying (always a car accident). Keep fighting
Joy, I want to thank you for sharing your story, I almost cried, some of the stuff that you’re speaking about I can relate to some of it, like for example, the psoriasis issues and so forth. Joy, you are a strong person a wonderful person, a very caring person, and I don’t know you, but I can hear it in you, Want to thank you for not giving up, I can’t imagine all the pain you felt regarding your skin issues. I hope that you are able to now live for yourself and not for others, I hope that you are able to somehow enjoy life and continue to be an advocate for the blind, hugs to you, and I pray that your psoriasis issues get better and RIP to your mom, hugs to you, joy and continue to be strong!, hugs to you!
Joy, the skin picking and scar "surgery" sounds concerningly a lot like a factitious disorder. I'm sorry you've gone through this but are doing better now.
I’m so happy to hear you doing well! You and I share a lot of the same struggles. I don’t talk about everything on TT, but we do! My RA is worsening, but I got this! Infections are a terrible side effect and I completely understand! I also have psoriasis. I say all of this so you know you’re not alone! You’re amazing and I’m so happy to hear you back and doing so much better! Sending love to you!! Hi Amanda in the background! 💛💛💛
Thank you for sharing. I admire how honest you have been while making this video. Mental health is such a private and an area that is not touched on in the blindness community. Thank you for being real with us
Oh my goodness, thank you, you’re so very welcome! Yes, I completely agree with you, that’s why this video was so important for me to make. I’ve gone through so much hell as you can tell, I want to redeem some of it back, sharing my story so vulnerable is one of the ways I am reclaiming my life back. As I share, I know I hope I pray I am helping others going through similar things. Hugs, and thank you for your other comment as well. I just read that one, everything everyone saying is truly warming my heart and my soul in the most beautiful way.
Joy! Wow. Now I understand everything. Thank you for sharing where you’ve been. I loved your analogy of going through not staying there. I was just thinking the same thing last night. When my husband taught me how to ski, he would say… you may be going down a steep slope, but look ahead. It flattens out. You will slow down ahead, so enjoy the hill. ❤ You truly look beautiful. Big huge hugs my sweet friend. Always here for you. Ps. I am a rheumatoid arthritis sufferer as well. We are warriors. Love you!!!
Joy, I am so happy to hear that you are doing much better! I pray for your continued healing! I can’t wait to see what exciting things are coming for you in your journey! Christy
Joy your remarkable you’re a role model for all blind people. I am so sorry you have had to go through all of that. You’re so strong and brave to tell everyone everything you’ve gone through. I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. I saw the beautiful videos you made with her they were amazing and beautiful and sweet and kind and loving, I just hope that you keep getting healthier and healthier and you keep doing the work that you do for blind people showing what blind people can do. Thank you. M mlnmo
You’re such an encouragement and this is why I love watching your videos so much because I have been there. I have thought of suicide, but God has put music in my heart that day where I wanted to cut myself and just end it get a sharp knife like you did this was years ago, however, I never ended up doing that because God put two songs in my life or on that day but thank you for sharing. You did make me cry because I wouldn’t have been able to see or hear any of your videos if you ended your life not that I don’t blame you sometimes you just gotta go through your rough patches in order to get on the other sideand the wonderful
So happy that you are back on track! I know that feeling you were talking about. It's like you're in a hole, and of course, you would love to get out of it, but you dont even have the will/strength/drive to stand up and start climbing. Did you have any issues with stopping your pain meds? I've heard ketamine was a good treatment for opiod withdrawal as well.
Hi Joy, I’m just now watching your video and I now understand where you’ve been what’s been going on I lost my dad in 2020 and those days were not easy. It was a really bad struggle and it still isn’t easy nowadays but it’s gotten better being blind like you said is a struggle. Like you said, sometimes you just wanna go in the car and have a little drive yourself and you can’t do that we can’t do that but like you said, we normally have to have someone else with us in the car it’s it’s a struggle but sometimes like you said you feel like people aren’t gonna understand your problems. You don’t know if you’re explaining it right you don’t know if you’re giving the right detail it’s tough tough but i’m sorry you went through everything that you went through. but I’m truly happy and glad that you are in a better place and God never let you do the harmful things you wanted to do because he knew he had you here for a purpose and he helped you. He helped you believe in yourself I had a few tears during this video because I got emotional because there’s obviously so much stuff that you haven’t shared and we all have our moments it’s not always rainbows and sometimes we just need to see someone else to understand the pain and know that we’re not alone. and I know your mom is always always gonna be watching you and she will always gonna keep you protective and she’s gonna want you to be strong for her and for her family and I’m glad your husband and kids love you and appreciate you for who you are as a mom and wife and you’re strong and like you said going through the tunnel, there’s always a way out and of course having a friend that you can share everything with the best thing love you Joy thank you for being honest and vulnerable with us and I’m glad everything is going well with your hair and getting better. I think a lot of people nowadays are starting to lose a little bit of hair and it sucks but there’s a lot of treatments out there that can help us all and I can’t wait to see all the wig videos soon and how you style them and all that cool stuff and I’m glad you’re doing well now and I can’t wait to see more of you, love you so much and continue to always always be you joy❤
Wow! You have gone through so much in the past several years! I can’t even imagine. I’m so sorry that you’ve had to endure so much. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Mental health is rarely talked about in the blind community and it can definitely feel isolating. I appreciate you talking about your experiences so openly and honestly. I’m sending you so much love and light! 🤍
You are so strong, beautiful, brave and an inspiration. I am crying with you… I really understood when you said you just want to get in the car and drive away, alone… That is me as a single mom… And it's not necessarily my kids, it's just that sometimes I wanna get away, and I can't because of my blindness. I am so sorry for what you have gone through and I am so happy that you're here. 🙏
May god help you get through all your pain and struggles you are such an amazing woman you are truly so beautiful! ❤your so strong and such an inspiration never give up girl 💜💜💜💜
Love and peace to you, Joy ❤ And all people who are struggling ❤ Stay, reach out for help, it gets better, don't end the chances of seeing things improving
It gave me goosebumps when you said you had been living life for others and now you're living life for yourself. I know about trying to live life on your own terms after many struggles and during continuing struggles 💚
I’m so glad you’re doing better. I mean that with my whole heart. I’m not just saying that to make you happy. I’ve honestly missed you uploading videos. I’ve been struggling with infections under my breasts, but I’ve gotten a diagnisis, and I have treatment. I’ve also had to see a neurolgest because of some swelling on my brain, but I believe everything will be ok with prayer.
Thank you for being so open with us as a blind Christian woman myself I can sort of understand what you’re going through. It’s different and the same at the same time if that makes any sense I’ve been watching your channel since the beginning and if you need someone to talk to I’m here.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. You should be very proud of the courage you shown and everything you’ve overcome. You’re right that everyone is going through something and sharing stories such as yours that we can all be reminded of the fact that what we share is far more significant then things that were divided on.
I’m sure this words you spoke will connect to people like they connected with me. You are a beautiful person Joy, and you deserve the best from the best that life has to offer! It’s the really bad moments in life that make us treasure our sunny days even more, and I also believe everything has a purpose, so I’m very happy to see you overcame such a bad moment in your life and are inspiring others and revealing your heart. Please keep sharing your experiences in life, you inspire me very much to see the best in life 💛💛💛💛
Sorry for commenting again, but I am almost to the end. It is good to know that there are other blind people who deal with depression and suicidal thoughts. It is frightening to be in that dark place because no matter hhow much you tell yourself to get better, no matter how much you try to push through so you can be there for others, there's a part of you that's dead and you just don't care about anything besides ending the pain. I am glad the new medication is working for you, and I can't thank you enough for making these videos. You are one of the people who has shown me that despite whatever life throws my way, I can still have a purpose and can still be used by God. Thank you for sharing the truth of your reality it has been helpful and encouraging to me as I progress through life.
Thank you Joy for being so open and honest. You are truly an inspiration ❤ Can’t wait for your future wig videos. Much love and prayers from Sydney, Australia ❤
Thanks for sharing Joy. We really need a catch up chat, a lot has been going on with me too. I’m so sorry about your Mama, she was such a beautiful woman. Sending love
i actually sent you a message on facebook because I felt like i could relate to you. after watching this, I really do. I hav not had to deal with the physical issues that you have, but my mental has been bad at times, i'm stable now, thank the lord.
I have Psoriasis and I use a drug called Stelara. At one point before that I was on Methotrexate and then as I transitioned over I was on both for a little while till I stopped taking the Methotrexate.
You're name reflects you as a beautiful chilled sweetheart wishing the best for positive angel you always have a positive outlook wven after such negative stuff you have been through
Thank you I’m so happy you think it looks real! It feels real too!! And about the plastic surgery, yes!!!!! I took matters into my own hands, cut my face, scraped the scar tissue out, cut it away with tweezers and my fingernails, smooth out all of the edges And the thick scar tissue, made my skin brand new again! The hell I’ve gone through, so much excruciating, heart wrenching, breathtaking, pain
Dah ha it joy you make me cry. I can’t believe that you would want us end your life. Please don’t think that I’m saying this out of hate I’m not I’m so grateful to God that you’re OK and that God made you see the light don’t pun intended, but I’m grateful to God that you are OK and that you’re here and sending you a virtual hug and big kisses from my guide dog to yours as well my guy says hello and gives you a big hugs and kisses as well you are loved and God loves you for a reason❤❤❤❤❤❤
Joy, as your best friend, I'm here for you. It's been a journey to find yourself and I rejoice with you and your stronger because of what you have been through. That's answered prayer. Keep looking up. I love you so much and will continue to lift you up in prayer as you continue to find your self. I thank God for you and our friendship. ❤❤
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Wow, this video was so intense. It brought me to tears. I am glad you found new light. You are a ray of sunshine. I am always looking forward to your videos. You bring me joy in my life. I’m sorry for all the. Hurt you’ve been through all the different struggles and pain. I’m glad it brought you back. I can’t talk for everyone, but you got my heart and my support. I know you don’t know me and hopefully we can meet someday my name is Dusty Marie. I am from Corpus Christi Texas And I want it to say yes make a video of your wigs. That is so amazing how something so little could bring you so much joy you are so awesome joy and also you have a great friend there. I wanted to think you Amanda for everything you do and befriending Joy Y’all have a great relationship full of laughs Keep your head up my friend Joy. Love you so much for everything you do. I love your confidence and you have a great family there excited to see more videos.🤍🤍👩🦯🌈🤗
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I am one year sober after the devastating mental illness that followed the death of my son. One of my favorite quotes from rehab is, "When you hit rock bottom, there are still rocks. Build on that." We have both done that!
I’m proud of u, stay strong
I'm a few weeks late to watching this, but thank you for sharing your journey Joy. I'm going through a rough time and it's always a comfort to know you're not alone.
I love hearing how much of an advocate you are for yourself. Doctors may say they cannot help, leave it be, but you are determined to do more for yourself. AS YOU SHOULD! If I have learned anything in life is that it is so important to advocate for yourself. Love your determination and you look stunning!
Even with scares ur still beautiful, I even have scars all over my body, and I say my scars are beautiful, and so are ur scares. Ur beautiful and thank u for sharing ur story, ur not alone. Everyone goes through hell and back.
You are telling my story. I am both blind and have been through hell but know the power of God to heal and restore and rebuild.
Joy, I saw you struggling and straying for a while. You got upset with me on Facebook when I pointed out things to you which was regrettable. My intentions were intended only to help you. I am so happy to see you now doing better. I lost my Dad a month before you lost your Mom to cancer on April 9th. It isn't easy. I had come to know you as a wonderful advocate for the blind. I am really thrilled to seeing you doing better I'm looking forward to seeing how you continue to progress. I'm sure your Mom is looking down and prowd of you. Keep up the good work and I'll continue to prey and cheer for you.
Hi Joy, this is Atco, I was one of your earliest subscribers. Thanks for doing your update. You're a good person! See ya...
My friend just gave birth to a baby girl on May 3rd and I was thinking about your mama on that day. Life is truly so precious and the circle of life is so amazing to think about. Praying for you Joy. Thank you for talking about mental health struggles as I am going through a lot of anxiety and difficulty at this time.
Joy, you look wonderful! You are an amazingly strong woman. You have gone through so much yet you keep on fighting and it's inspirational. Thank you for being so genuine and open about your struggles. I wish you much joy!
Bravo Joy! Welcome back! I’m so sorry you’ve been dealing with so many health issues. I’ve missed seeing you! I know God has blessed you with faith, love and strength! I really enjoyed this life update! Thank you!🥰🤗🌺💗🌷💕🙏🏻
wow! you are an amazing woman. you will have a mansion awaiting you! God so loves you and you've tackled so much and for the most part kept your grip! what we take for granted.... You my girl are my hero! March on!
I got to say joy that I cry my eyes out when you talk about your mental health because I have struggled with mental as well I deal with anxiety to the point where I don't want to leave my house and go anywhere at times my anxiety is better then it was but it been a struggle especially when covid hit I feel like there is such a stereotype when it comes to mental health and the resources and help that you need for your mental health talking about your mental health journey make me want to talk about my mental health journey on my channel when I am ready to do so I have also learned that when you are living with a disability it is more common to experience mental health thank you for sharing everything that you gone through joy!!
Hi, this is Judy. I am so glad that you are doing well. I knew your mother was really, really sick. I saw that video that was so sad. But you know she is in a better place. Fighting cancer is not not fun at all. But you look great. You're prettier now than you have ever ever been. Your scan looks good your hair. You've always been a pretty person, but you're beautiful now. So I am so glad you're back. Wish you well and I hope you have a speedy recovery and I hope everyday is. Really, really special for you. Because you are going to make that day special. Keep doing the good work that blind people can do a man.
Much love to you Joy! Thank you so much for your vulnerability. Your openness will help many who are struggling. The one time I felt like you did was when my husband of 34 years had a secret affair and left me. It’s a very long story and I went through hell to get through it. The Lord got me through it as well as my friends and family. I lost everything and had to start completely over in my mid 50’s. I’m almost 69 now and I’m loving life. That’s the short version.
I’m so sorry you have so much to deal with. I’m glad the new medicine is helping. I prayed for you this morning and will continue to do that.
Psalm 34:18 says The Lord is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Also Proverbs 3:5-6 says Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and he will direct your path.
You are a precious soul dear Joy. Much love to you and your amazing family.
Girl, I feel this comment in my soul. Going through the same thing currently. On my own raising the family and exhausted but hopeful. How am I supposed to do this alone? Reading your comment gives me some hope it will be OK.
Thank you for sharing Joy, I am glad you are feeling better. RIP for your Mother.
We are told to hold our thoughts captive. Our battles aren’t in the flesh! Good to see you well again. Though not to your extent, I felt some of what you described post partum (severe PPA PPD). I had the worst intrusive thoughts of myself and my daughter dying (always a car accident). Keep fighting
Joy, I want to thank you for sharing your story, I almost cried, some of the stuff that you’re speaking about I can relate to some of it, like for example, the psoriasis issues and so forth. Joy, you are a strong person a wonderful person, a very caring person, and I don’t know you, but I can hear it in you, Want to thank you for not giving up, I can’t imagine all the pain you felt regarding your skin issues. I hope that you are able to now live for yourself and not for others, I hope that you are able to somehow enjoy life and continue to be an advocate for the blind, hugs to you, and I pray that your psoriasis issues get better and RIP to your mom, hugs to you, joy and continue to be strong!, hugs to you!
Joy, the skin picking and scar "surgery" sounds concerningly a lot like a factitious disorder. I'm sorry you've gone through this but are doing better now.
I’m so happy to hear you doing well! You and I share a lot of the same struggles. I don’t talk about everything on TT, but we do! My RA is worsening, but I got this! Infections are a terrible side effect and I completely understand! I also have psoriasis. I say all of this so you know you’re not alone! You’re amazing and I’m so happy to hear you back and doing so much better! Sending love to you!! Hi Amanda in the background! 💛💛💛
Thank you for sharing. I admire how honest you have been while making this video. Mental health is such a private and an area that is not touched on in the blindness community. Thank you for being real with us
Oh my goodness, thank you, you’re so very welcome! Yes, I completely agree with you, that’s why this video was so important for me to make. I’ve gone through so much hell as you can tell, I want to redeem some of it back, sharing my story so vulnerable is one of the ways I am reclaiming my life back. As I share, I know I hope I pray I am helping others going through similar things. Hugs, and thank you for your other comment as well. I just read that one, everything everyone saying is truly warming my heart and my soul in the most beautiful way.
Joy! Wow. Now I understand everything. Thank you for sharing where you’ve been. I loved your analogy of going through not staying there. I was just thinking the same thing last night. When my husband taught me how to ski, he would say… you may be going down a steep slope, but look ahead. It flattens out. You will slow down ahead, so enjoy the hill. ❤
You truly look beautiful. Big huge hugs my sweet friend. Always here for you. Ps. I am a rheumatoid arthritis sufferer as well. We are warriors.
Love you!!!
We’ll always love you, Joy. You are a sweet darling. ❤
Joy, I am so happy to hear that you are doing much better! I pray for your continued healing! I can’t wait to see what exciting things are coming for you in your journey! Christy
Joy hope you will get better soon I know you will beautiful soul in and out!
Joy your remarkable you’re a role model for all blind people. I am so sorry you have had to go through all of that. You’re so strong and brave to tell everyone everything you’ve gone through. I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. I saw the beautiful videos you made with her they were amazing and beautiful and sweet and kind and loving, I just hope that you keep getting healthier and healthier and you keep doing the work that you do for blind people showing what blind people can do. Thank you. M mlnmo
Thank you for being so honest.
You inspire me.
You’re such an encouragement and this is why I love watching your videos so much because I have been there. I have thought of suicide, but God has put music in my heart that day where I wanted to cut myself and just end it get a sharp knife like you did this was years ago, however, I never ended up doing that because God put two songs in my life or on that day but thank you for sharing. You did make me cry because I wouldn’t have been able to see or hear any of your videos if you ended your life not that I don’t blame you sometimes you just gotta go through your rough patches in order to get on the other sideand the wonderful
So happy that you are back on track! I know that feeling you were talking about. It's like you're in a hole, and of course, you would love to get out of it, but you dont even have the will/strength/drive to stand up and start climbing. Did you have any issues with stopping your pain meds? I've heard ketamine was a good treatment for opiod withdrawal as well.
Hi Joy, I’m just now watching your video and I now understand where you’ve been what’s been going on I lost my dad in 2020 and those days were not easy. It was a really bad struggle and it still isn’t easy nowadays but it’s gotten better being blind like you said is a struggle. Like you said, sometimes you just wanna go in the car and have a little drive yourself and you can’t do that we can’t do that but like you said, we normally have to have someone else with us in the car it’s it’s a struggle but sometimes like you said you feel like people aren’t gonna understand your problems. You don’t know if you’re explaining it right you don’t know if you’re giving the right detail it’s tough tough but i’m sorry you went through everything that you went through. but I’m truly happy and glad that you are in a better place and God never let you do the harmful things you wanted to do because he knew he had you here for a purpose and he helped you. He helped you believe in yourself I had a few tears during this video because I got emotional because there’s obviously so much stuff that you haven’t shared and we all have our moments it’s not always rainbows and sometimes we just need to see someone else to understand the pain and know that we’re not alone. and I know your mom is always always gonna be watching you and she will always gonna keep you protective and she’s gonna want you to be strong for her and for her family and I’m glad your husband and kids love you and appreciate you for who you are as a mom and wife and you’re strong and like you said going through the tunnel, there’s always a way out and of course having a friend that you can share everything with the best thing love you Joy thank you for being honest and vulnerable with us and I’m glad everything is going well with your hair and getting better. I think a lot of people nowadays are starting to lose a little bit of hair and it sucks but there’s a lot of treatments out there that can help us all and I can’t wait to see all the wig videos soon and how you style them and all that cool stuff and I’m glad you’re doing well now and I can’t wait to see more of you, love you so much and continue to always always be you joy❤
Wow! You have gone through so much in the past several years! I can’t even imagine. I’m so sorry that you’ve had to endure so much. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Mental health is rarely talked about in the blind community and it can definitely feel isolating. I appreciate you talking about your experiences so openly and honestly. I’m sending you so much love and light! 🤍
You are so strong, beautiful, brave and an inspiration. I am crying with you… I really understood when you said you just want to get in the car and drive away, alone… That is me as a single mom… And it's not necessarily my kids, it's just that sometimes I wanna get away, and I can't because of my blindness. I am so sorry for what you have gone through and I am so happy that you're here. 🙏
May god help you get through all your pain and struggles you are such an amazing woman you are truly so beautiful! ❤your so strong and such an inspiration never give up girl 💜💜💜💜
Love and peace to you, Joy ❤ And all people who are struggling ❤ Stay, reach out for help, it gets better, don't end the chances of seeing things improving
It gave me goosebumps when you said you had been living life for others and now you're living life for yourself. I know about trying to live life on your own terms after many struggles and during continuing struggles 💚
I’m so glad you’re doing better. I mean that with my whole heart. I’m not just saying that to make you happy. I’ve honestly missed you uploading videos. I’ve been struggling with infections under my breasts, but I’ve gotten a diagnisis, and I have treatment. I’ve also had to see a neurolgest because of some swelling on my brain, but I believe everything will be ok with prayer.
Thank you for being so open with us as a blind Christian woman myself I can sort of understand what you’re going through. It’s different and the same at the same time if that makes any sense I’ve been watching your channel since the beginning and if you need someone to talk to I’m here.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. You should be very proud of the courage you shown and everything you’ve overcome. You’re right that everyone is going through something and sharing stories such as yours that we can all be reminded of the fact that what we share is far more significant then things that were divided on.
I’m sure this words you spoke will connect to people like they connected with me. You are a beautiful person Joy, and you deserve the best from the best that life has to offer! It’s the really bad moments in life that make us treasure our sunny days even more, and I also believe everything has a purpose, so I’m very happy to see you overcame such a bad moment in your life and are inspiring others and revealing your heart. Please keep sharing your experiences in life, you inspire me very much to see the best in life 💛💛💛💛
Beautiful lady. I lost my mother as well. My heart is with you ❤
Sorry for commenting again, but I am almost to the end. It is good to know that there are other blind people who deal with depression and suicidal thoughts. It is frightening to be in that dark place because no matter hhow much you tell yourself to get better, no matter how much you try to push through so you can be there for others, there's a part of you that's dead and you just don't care about anything besides ending the pain. I am glad the new medication is working for you, and I can't thank you enough for making these videos. You are one of the people who has shown me that despite whatever life throws my way, I can still have a purpose and can still be used by God. Thank you for sharing the truth of your reality it has been helpful and encouraging to me as I progress through life.
Thank you Joy for being so open and honest. You are truly an inspiration ❤ Can’t wait for your future wig videos. Much love and prayers from Sydney, Australia ❤
This is the best most honest sharing of feelings I've ever seen. Thankyou Joy. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Lots of Love 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
Hello, so happy to see you happy and glowing. Thank you so much for the update, please take care
It’s in the dark that you find a new light.
Happy Saturday night friend I will always continue praying and cheer for you
Thanks for sharing Joy. We really need a catch up chat, a lot has been going on with me too. I’m so sorry about your Mama, she was such a beautiful woman. Sending love
Hi Joy! Thank you for sharing! It was very informative. But I have been wondering.. how are your family pets, Lily and the Ragdoll cat, doing?
Beautiful video and wig! I thought that was your natural hair it looks so nice on you! So nice to see and hear you on TH-cam again! ❤
when you are getting your new guide dog?
i actually sent you a message on facebook because I felt like i could relate to you. after watching this, I really do. I hav not had to deal with the physical issues that you have, but my mental has been bad at times, i'm stable now, thank the lord.
I’m sorry about your mum. My mum died of cancer in 2012 when she was 38 and I was 15. Miss her every day. ❤
I have Psoriasis and I use a drug called Stelara. At one point before that I was on Methotrexate and then as I transitioned over I was on both for a little while till I stopped taking the Methotrexate.
Joy, your mama must have envisioned you so perfectly when she was pregnant with you to name you Joy ❤.
Joy you look amazing, your wig is so gorgeous and I love the brown colours on you with the soft bouncy curls. Your dress is beautiful too.
Best luck to you! ❤️🦋
You're name reflects you as a beautiful chilled sweetheart wishing the best for positive angel you always have a positive outlook wven after such negative stuff you have been through
JOY MAY OUR FATHER GIVE YOU MORE AND MORE HAPPINESS.
Jesus Christ is our destination down the road 🙏
Hallo Joy,
Wat ben jij een mooi mens.
Je hebt een groot hart.
Blijf praten.
Geniet van je mooie dag.
Knuffel uit Nederland(Dutch).
Groetjes Sven
Thank you for sharing your story. ❤️
Your wig looks really real😊 but now are you saying you did your own plastic surgery on your face? This is incredible to me. You are so amazing.
Thank you I’m so happy you think it looks real! It feels real too!! And about the plastic surgery, yes!!!!! I took matters into my own hands, cut my face, scraped the scar tissue out, cut it away with tweezers and my fingernails, smooth out all of the edges And the thick scar tissue, made my skin brand new again! The hell I’ve gone through, so much excruciating, heart wrenching, breathtaking, pain
Love ya
You have to believe that your mom’s last breath saved you.
Preaching to the choir.
Dah ha it joy you make me cry. I can’t believe that you would want us end your life. Please don’t think that I’m saying this out of hate I’m not I’m so grateful to God that you’re OK and that God made you see the light don’t pun intended, but I’m grateful to God that you are OK and that you’re here and sending you a virtual hug and big kisses from my guide dog to yours as well my guy says hello and gives you a big hugs and kisses as well you are loved and God loves you for a reason❤❤❤❤❤❤
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Joy Ross keep being you and one day I hope to meet you in person one day God bless you and your family madam
*cracks knuckles* And here we gooooo!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Sending you love from miami fl.
Joy, as your best friend, I'm here for you. It's been a journey to find yourself and I rejoice with you and your stronger because of what you have been through. That's answered prayer. Keep looking up. I love you so much and will continue to lift you up in prayer as you continue to find your self. I thank God for you and our friendship. ❤❤
Great works. Are you religious. (Christian)
Wat compay do you go through for your wigs?
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Wow, this video was so intense. It brought me to tears. I am glad you found new light. You are a ray of sunshine. I am always looking forward to your videos. You bring me joy in my life. I’m sorry for all the. Hurt you’ve been through all the different struggles and pain. I’m glad it brought you back. I can’t talk for everyone, but you got my heart and my support. I know you don’t know me and hopefully we can meet someday my name is Dusty Marie. I am from Corpus Christi Texas And I want it to say yes make a video of your wigs. That is so amazing how something so little could bring you so much joy you are so awesome joy and also you have a great friend there. I wanted to think you Amanda for everything you do and befriending Joy Y’all have a great relationship full of laughs Keep your head up my friend Joy. Love you so much for everything you do. I love your confidence and you have a great family there excited to see more videos.🤍🤍👩🦯🌈🤗
I just have to say you leave me speechless my sweet friend. I know your heart
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