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Posted by Magdalena on March 18, 2004, at 0:15:17
In reply to Magdalena, posted by Journeyman on March 17, 2004, at 20:16:11
Thank you Journeyman,
i love reading and will make it a point to pick up these two books on the weekend.
i have never been in therapy but my first appt. is on April the 6th, i am a little nervous about how it will go but at the same time i am looking forward to this part in the healing process.always much appreciated,
sweetdreams
Magdalena
Posted by Magdalena on March 18, 2004, at 0:30:52
In reply to Magdalena, posted by jlynne on March 17, 2004, at 21:03:52
Hi Jlynne,
i was really anxious before work today, kinda like 'anticipation anxiety' but once i started working i felt ok. I think that not running from the stressful/anxiety provoking situation is starting to help me a bit.No i was not offended by your pot question, yes i have smoked pot but in the last year i can count the times on one of my hands because its not so pleasant anymore (my current boyfriend smokes it, but he knows ihave no desire)when i was 14 though i used to smoke it a lot, 2 or 3 times a day. i stoped a few years after because it occationaly causes paranoia in me. I have also experimented with a few other illegal drugs although not excessivly, but have quit all that when i was 19. I felt that the synthetic happiness i got out of those drugs only made my depression worse by comparison. I didnt want to hurt my body with those things anymore i wanted to be happy in my natural conciousness, its been my quest eversince. I did overcome a lot of my depression that way but the anxiety makes it stick around.
i am seeing a therapist in 3 weeks for the first time ever, and i hope the experience will be a positive one. I feel good knowing that i am taking the right steps towards my goal(im sure its all our goals), and that is to be free from anxiety/depression and the limitations and concequenses that it brings.
about those jersey sheets THAT defenatly sounds like something i will be looking out for the next time i brave the mall, bedtime is my favorite part of the day! :)
anyway hope you have a good sleep, im turning in now too..( i read before bed)
Sweetdreams
Magdalena
Posted by jlynne on March 18, 2004, at 3:15:29
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 17, 2004, at 6:38:11
Hi, Mystic. I was just getting ready to go to bed when I realized I hadn't heard from you tonight. Must have been a rough day, huh? I hope you are not in too much pain, and I hope somebody is there to pamper you. *soft strokes*
Did you have it all done at once, or do you have more to be done?
It will be morning by the time you read this, so good morning:) Hope you feel better. "This, too shall pass." ...jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 18, 2004, at 6:37:52
In reply to Mystic, posted by jlynne on March 18, 2004, at 3:15:29
Morning jlynne..I'm pretty sore and yes I had the wisdom tooth out and the crown done a 2 hour procedure so was not too bad yesterday but the anxiety is pretty high today...Always is after the stressful situation is gone is when I break..But hope you are doing good and you all have a great day...Last day of the work week for me I work 4 10 hour days in the dental field you always work 4 days so me off on fridays..not really though you know that is the day for housework Have a great day Mystic
Posted by mystic on March 18, 2004, at 6:40:27
In reply to Did ya miss me?, posted by sexylexy on March 17, 2004, at 23:25:14
Lexy ....You are back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...you were missed very much..glad to hear you are feeling good and you had a great week...welcome home...Mystic
Posted by mystic on March 18, 2004, at 6:42:54
In reply to RE: LEXY, posted by mystic on March 18, 2004, at 6:40:27
Hey I dont know about anyone else..but this is the second night that we have not heard from Mrs. C. and I'm really nervous it is not like her...I guess there is nothing that we can do but just worried..everyone have a great day...And Mrs. C. if you are out there We miss you and are very worried about you...Mystic
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 8:08:37
In reply to Re: Mrs C. » Mrs. C, posted by want info on March 16, 2004, at 14:33:13
EM, should be any day now. Maybe today! It was about 6 weeks for me on 10mgs but since you have increased to 15 only a week ago it may be a little bit longer. You are almost there and you will know when it happens. Mrs. C
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 8:24:47
In reply to A Story for Mrs. C, posted by jlynne on March 17, 2004, at 1:43:46
Jlynne, thanks for sharing with me. I have read about your form of OCD and it really amzaes me. I'm sure it is very difficult for you to deal with being unsure of things and have to check and recheck. My form of OCD has never included those rituals. Mine is always health related. Just today, I am worrying about the ringing sound in my ear when all is quiet and wondering why I have it. The "me" before lexapro would be searching the web for information and skimming through my medical books looking for clues. The new me is trying very hard to let it go and refusing to waste time looking for more reasons to worry. But the thought stays with me for days. Hopefully not weeks in this case but we'll see. Hope you will tell me more stories about yourself, it helps to know that I am not alone. Does anyone else here do this? Mrs. C
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 8:32:53
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 17, 2004, at 6:38:11
Hi Mystic, my month has just been so hectic and will continue to be until after Easter. Please don't worry about me if I don't post for a few days. I'm fine and feeling much better these days. I'm just really busy! I can't believe how active you all have been over the past few days. I have been at the computer almost an hour now catching up with everything. There were over 80 posts that I missed! Good news, I got my period today. That's not the good news though, the good news is that it came unexpectedly. It was on time but didn't even feel the anxiety I have usually felt before the "event" that gives me a clue that it's on it's way. I have been moving along pretty normally. I have had some obsessive thinking about ringing in my ear but I'm dealing with that okay. It's not depressing me. My next appointment with the therapist is next week and we will begin to work through whatever makes me tick. Hoping that the increase in the dose will eventually get rid of these thoughts. I may have to go to 20 as suggested by the doc.
Anyway, everyone seems like they are doing okay and progressing pretty well. I'm a little concerned about Simus and want you to know that I am praying for you. Talk to ya all later. Mrs.C
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 8:43:47
In reply to Did ya miss me?, posted by sexylexy on March 17, 2004, at 23:25:14
HI LEXY! I missed your perky posts! Glad that you are back safely and that you had a fun trip. You sound wonderful. I am feeling really good too. The side effect from 15 were very mild and only lasted about 2 days. I may go up to 20 soon too but for now am happy at 15. Thanks for asking! Talk to ya soon. Mrs. C
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 8:46:03
In reply to Mrs. c, posted by jlynne on March 18, 2004, at 0:05:18
Thanks Jlynne, I am absolutely fine, just busy these days. It really helps to know that others are concerned about me.
You sound so much better. Your tone is alot lighter. Are you noticing a difference yet? Mrs. C
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 8:51:27
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 18, 2004, at 6:37:52
Mystic, I am thinking about you today as you recover. My wisdom tooth is getting removed next week and I am dreading it so I can feel your pain. Hope you feel better soon. Mrs. C
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 8:54:10
In reply to RE: Mrs. C., posted by mystic on March 18, 2004, at 6:42:54
By now, everyone should know that I am doing great! Just super crazed with life right now. So glad I have lex or I'm not sure I could deal with everything going on. Nothing bad, just alot. You guys make everything easier too. Take care everyone. Mrs. C
Posted by want info on March 18, 2004, at 9:30:42
In reply to Did ya miss me?, posted by sexylexy on March 17, 2004, at 23:25:14
hey lexy! i am on 15mg now for about a week and i feel a lot better actually. the spaciness is going away. im so glad you had a great trip. im afraid im jinxing myself by saying its going well, but here's hoping! EM
Posted by LynneDa on March 18, 2004, at 10:16:25
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 18, 2004, at 6:37:52
Hi Mystic - Glad you made it through, go easy on yourself today . . . low expectations and all that :-). At least it's over! I have some gum pain that I need to go and have checked out & I can't even make the appt.!!!!!!!
~ Lynne
Posted by LynneDa on March 18, 2004, at 10:54:22
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 8:32:53
Hi Mrs. C. - good to hear you're busy - that is a sign of "normal" isn't it?!?! I think I read somewhere that tinnitus (ear ringing) can be one of the s/e's of ADs. I think magnesium is supposed to help that!
Have a great week and glad to hear you're doing so well. Hopefully you'll find therapy enjoyable. After the first few "getting to know you" sessions, I really look forward to it.
~ Lynne
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 15:12:23
In reply to RE: Mrs. C. » Mrs. C, posted by LynneDa on March 18, 2004, at 10:54:22
Hey, thanks for the magnesium tip. I will try that. I am thinking of calling my doc to have her take a look at my ear. We are flying in 3 weeks and if there is something else going on, I'd like to find out before then.
My life is so "normal" it's scarey. I'm the typical "mom" who volunteers for everything and plus I go to school. That along with my two girls, husband, home, work, planning a trip...Need I say more! Five months ago this kind of schedule sent me hiding in my room crying for mercy, literally. Lexapro has given me the tools to deal with these things again without cracking up. See Ya. Mrs. C
Posted by LynneDa on March 18, 2004, at 15:19:36
In reply to RE: Mrs. C., posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 15:12:23
Mrs. C. - It might be a good idea to mention it to your doctor, you could just have an ear infection or something simple.
I am soooo glad to hear that you're feeling "normal" . . . bravo, congratulations and hooray! It is what I want too!! To spend your time on the things you value and not have it stress you out or make you feel pushed to the edge of sanity is something a lot of people take for granted I think :-). It's funny how growing up and into my 20's all I wanted was a career and in my late 30's & into my 40's all I want is to help at school, keep up the house, take care of my family!
I'm very happy for you, it sounds like you are there!
~ Lynne
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Hey, thanks for the magnesium tip. I will try that. I am thinking of calling my doc to have her take a look at my ear. We are flying in 3 weeks and if there is something else going on, I'd like to find out before then.
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> My life is so "normal" it's scarey. I'm the typical "mom" who volunteers for everything and plus I go to school. That along with my two girls, husband, home, work, planning a trip...Need I say more! Five months ago this kind of schedule sent me hiding in my room crying for mercy, literally. Lexapro has given me the tools to deal with these things again without cracking up. See Ya. Mrs. C
Posted by sexylexy on March 18, 2004, at 17:05:44
In reply to RE: Mrs. C. » Mrs. C, posted by LynneDa on March 18, 2004, at 15:19:36
Hey Girl!
I was able to stay away from the little white wedding chapels in Vegas. However, he did take me to Tiffany and Co. He told me to pick out three rings, I did so and he had them all written down with the sales womans name/number ect soooooo, I may be getting a wonderful blue box with something big and sparkly inside???????
Yiiiiipppeeee
Lexy
Posted by LynneDa on March 18, 2004, at 17:09:56
In reply to LynneDa =), posted by sexylexy on March 18, 2004, at 17:05:44
Oooohhhh myyyy! My eyes and mouth are big round O's right now - Wow, Tiffany's AND the chance to have input into what you want. Very cool! You better describe it in great detail whenever you get it! Are you graduating this year or how far do you have to go?
~ Lynne
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Hey Girl!
> I was able to stay away from the little white wedding chapels in Vegas. However, he did take me to Tiffany and Co. He told me to pick out three rings, I did so and he had them all written down with the sales womans name/number ect soooooo, I may be getting a wonderful blue box with something big and sparkly inside???????
> Yiiiiipppeeee
> Lexy
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 17:12:22
In reply to RE: Mrs. C. » Mrs. C, posted by LynneDa on March 18, 2004, at 15:19:36
Lynne,
Yep, it's amazing how much we all take for granted before something life-changing happens. I'll take normal. Mrs. C
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 17:23:31
In reply to LynneDa =), posted by sexylexy on March 18, 2004, at 17:05:44
Holy Crap! That's wonderful! (excuse my language). Did you see the movie "Sweet Home Alabama"? So good. He took her to Tiffany's and closed down the place so she could pick out her ring! How cool for you and I'm happy as can be for you. Mrs. C
Posted by sexylexy on March 18, 2004, at 17:40:31
In reply to Re: LynneDa =) » sexylexy, posted by LynneDa on March 18, 2004, at 17:09:56
Hey Girls,
hahaha, I am really excited and wish I were running around with "the ring on my finger". The ring that I like the best was a 2.00 carat Asscher cut (its like a square emerald cut named after the man who cut all the royal jewels) it has a layer of 24 smaller diamonds that go around it and 24 diamond on the sides and fron of the platnium, even the prongs have diamonds!!!! My hand was shaking when I had it on... BLLLIIINNNGGGG, just hoping it will be mine someday.
Lexy
Posted by susielalala on March 18, 2004, at 18:17:47
In reply to RE: Mrs. C.-I love you guys!, posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 8:54:10
Have you always felt this good on the lex or did you have problems in the beginning?
Posted by sexylexy on March 18, 2004, at 19:32:15
In reply to RE: Mrs. C.-I love you guys!, posted by susielalala on March 18, 2004, at 18:17:47
Susie,
Hi... I saw your note to Mrs.C. I can tell you that for me lexapro was not always that good, infact I did not start feeling good until I upped my dose to 15mg. However, I did have some really good things happen from the 10mgs but just still was not myself, I would say that 10mg got me about 70-75% back to me, I would say that on 15 mg I have been feeling about 85% and two days had 90% days. I am hoping to see some 100% from the 20mg which I started today. Hang in and hang on, it is a journey of ups and downs, at this point I am having more ups than downs. If you have any doubts, go to the archives and read my early postings. wheeeew,if I can come out of it, so can you. Good luck and God Bless
Lexy
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