Connect with us

The Cracked Acorn

The Cracked Acorn: Am I Crazy?

Published

on

 

As they went out, behold, they brought to him a dumb man possessed with a devil. And when the devil was cast out, the dumb spake: and the multitudes marveled, never so seen in Israel. – (Matthew 9:32-33)

One of our adopted sons was a delayed learning child and eligible for school programs that required him to meet with a psychiatrist and a psychologist, all needed for education. The area has counseling psychology for mental health problems, but you may have to wait several weeks for an appointment.

Consider the following from  Radio…Peter Cook and Dudley Moore in “Roger Goes to the Psychiatrist.”

“Good morning, Roger, and how are you?”
“I  am happy and really love life, and I can’t really explain it to you !”
“Well, this is most encouraging and I can see that your visits are paying off for you, and is there something that has given you this new lease on life?”
“Yes, doctor! It is because I have fallen in love with someone.”
“Oh, this is good news, with a woman?”
“Yes, doctor, and her name is Stephanie!”
“What a coincidence, Roger, that’s the name of my wife.”
“I know, and I can’t stand the thought of you touching her, and I want to correct you, NOW!”
“You are doing so well, and I understand your love for my wife, but this is most inconvenient that you want to correct me at this moment; could you pop by on Wednesday at 2 o’clock and correct me then ?”
“Yes, doctor, I can do that.”
“Goodbye, for now, Roger. You are doing so well; I can’t wait to see you again on Wednesday.”

The Great Physician now is near, The sympathizing Jesus; He speaks the drooping heart to cheer, Oh, hear the voice of Jesus! His name dispels my guilt and fear, No other name but Jesus; Oh, how my soul delights to hearThe precious name of Jesus! (from SACRED SELECTIONS)

A last jab at psychology: Once, I had multiple personalities, but now we are feeling well.

I don’t suffer from insanity; I enjoy every minute.

I used to be indecisive. Now I’m not sure.

The best thing about being schizophrenic is that I’m never alone.

Just because you are paranoid doesn’t mean people aren’t out to get you!

Hypochondria is the only illness that I don’t have.

Front Royal, VA
54°
Cloudy
7:10 am7:27 pm EDT
Feels like: 50°F
Wind: 16mph NW
Humidity: 61%
Pressure: 29.95"Hg
UV index: 4
TueWedThu
52°F / 36°F
64°F / 48°F
81°F / 61°F
Local News5 hours ago

Regional ‘Walk for Peace’ Rallies Locals to the Cause of Personal and World Peace

State News5 hours ago

ODU Shooting Case Renews Debate Over Virginia’s Inactive Background Check Law

Home5 hours ago

3 Good Reasons to Eat Meals as a Family

Business6 hours ago

Institutional Investors Play Small but Visible Role in Housing Market

Opinion22 hours ago

From Newsroom to Classroom—And Grateful for Samuels Library

Community Events22 hours ago

Library Leaders Share Hope, Challenges at Community Coffee Chat

Agriculture1 day ago

How Farming Is Changing and Evolving

Interesting Things to Know1 day ago

Robert H. Goddard: The Visionary Who Helped Launch the Space Age

Community Events2 days ago

40 Winners Named in Front Royal’s 6th Annual Pot o’ Gold Hunt

Obituaries2 days ago

French Earl Tolliver, Jr. (1960 – 2026)

Health2 days ago

5 Tips to Prevent Sports Injuries

Local News2 days ago

Standardbred Owners Ainspan, McDonald Each Score Thoroughbred Wins at Colonial Downs’ Virginia Derby Meet  

Interesting Things to Know2 days ago

Most Dangerous Cycling Scenarios Involving Cars

Local News2 days ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for March 23 – 27, 2026

Crime/Court2 days ago

Virginia State Police Seize $22.4 Million in Drugs, Recover Firearms in Weeklong Operation

Real Estate3 days ago

Virginia Home Sales Rise in February as Inventory Grows, Spring Outlook Uncertain

Local Government3 days ago

Warren Supervisors Address Audit Contract, Permits, and Property Sale at March 17 Meeting

State News3 days ago

Here’s How Virginia Lawmakers Suggest the Next State Budget Handle Federal Health Care Funding Fallout

Home3 days ago

Spring Essentials Checklist: Prepare Your Home for Summer

State News3 days ago

Virginia Joins National Push for Refunds After US Supreme Court Voids Trump Tariffs

Interesting Things to Know3 days ago

Four Reasons to Consider Hiring a Professional Cleaning Company

Real Estate3 days ago

Ask the Expert : We Are Applying for a Mortgage Soon. What Kind of Documents Will We Need?

Obituaries4 days ago

Charles Michael “Rusty” “Chuck” Fischbein (1944 – 2026)

Obituaries4 days ago

Jerrold E. “Jerry” Groves (1931 – 2026)

Local Government4 days ago

Town Planning Commission Moves Forward with Industrial Zoning, Holds Preliminary Discussion of Urban Agriculture