Posted by Greg on July 30, 2000, at 10:38:40
In reply to Re: Hi Shar!, posted by shar on July 30, 2000, at 2:33:56
Shar,
Man, do I understand about the anxiety! Mine runs amok (including right now..) most of the time. Never heard of Vistaril before, could you tell me a little about it when you have time? I'm still taking the Xanax and starting to feel like I'm becoming dependant on it. Addictive personality, you know? I'd like to discuss some other alternatives with my doc tomorrow. Any other suggestions you might have would be appreciated.
Do you have anything specific in mind for a job? I think I remember you saying you were a Technical writer??? Seems like many of the high-tech companies there might be able to utilize someone with your talents. My company has a branch in your neck of the woods and I would be glad to put a feeler out there if you like, just say the word. Having the well run dry can certainly be a motivation tool! I'm pulling for you and I'm sure that whatever you decide to do, you'll be incredibly successful.
My meds....weeeellll, It's been kind of a trade off. My mood has improved a little, not as much rage and anger. But the Tegretol and Desipramine are so sedating that I get tired very early in the day and can't seem to shake it off. I see my doc tomorrow, he said if there wasn't a decent improvement we would have to get more aggressive with the meds and look seriously at therapy. He thinks I've developing (proper term) Bipolar. I really don't feel like I've had a decent improvement. Kinda makes you wonder if muddling thru life is the best you can hope for....
Glad to hear that you aren't having any drinking thoughts. I opened the fridge last night and saw the beer in there. Mentioned to the wife that a cold one sounded real good, She said she would throw them out right away. I realized that it wasn't the high of the beer I wanted, but just something to quench my thirst. So I told her not to worry about it, got a tall glass of ice water and walked away. Still, it's kind of scary to have thoughts like that after 12 years. I guess you're never really safe.
I had a doctor tell me once that augmenting SAM-e with with the maximum daily dose of Vitamin B-6 can really enhance it's effects. Just thought I'd toss that out there in case you were interested.
I hope the Cal meeting works out! I've gotta post a new thread about it today, find out who can make it. I hope there will be others from neighboring states that will want to join us too. I think it would be very neat to be able to put a face with some of the names here. I'm really looking forward to it.
Well, I've managed to turn what was going to be a short reply, into a Tom Clancy novel. I'm sorry for talking your ear off. Please stay in touch and let me know how the job hunt goes and if there's anything I can do to help, I hope you'll ring my bell!
Big Hug,
Greg
> Greg,
> What a treat that you said hi just to me! It's like getting a telegram or something!
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> I'm doing ok. Have become aware of a lot of anxiety that I guess I'd been denying/ignoring. So, I'm trying to be more aware of that. I have some Vistaril that I can take if anxiety is too much.
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> The time is upon me to find a job, even if a temp. I have been living on my annual leave, and it's about gone. With 18 years in with the State, I hate to walk away from my retirement, etc.
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> The state is very slow in getting around to interviewing people. So, it is sort of scary. But, no temptation to hit the old bottle! I am going to try some Sam-e I think. Also, have ordered adrafinil.
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> How are you? Sounds like the California group is a go. Ought to be fun! Are your spirits ok? And your new meds working out?
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> Thanks for asking!
> Shar
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> > Hi Shar,
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> > Just wanted to touch base and see how life's treating you? Hope everything is well with you and you're taking your days one at a time.
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> > Hugs,
> > Greg
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