My absence.. Here's a glimpse why.

[Dannille33]

Hi all, I am sorry I haven't been writing. I am sure some of you might wonder what is going on. Well things here are up and down as usual and I am just trying to adapt. This seems to be the key word with all of this "adapting".

So last week was great.. for the most part. I went to the gym 3 days last week. That was a huge goal for me and this week I am already missing it. I find if I get out of the house and to town I am better. I seem to find much solice at the gym and I can't wait to go back. My car decided to break down last Friday and well I haven't been able to use it. It is getting fixed tomorrow so thrus, fri, and sat I am going to make it to the gym.You would be surprised what alone time, working out, and just quiet time all does for you.

Yesterday was my bday.. it's funny because I decided not to bake myself a cake. I bought on of those ice cream cakes. It was nice, I also made my family tacos my favorite meal growing up on my bday.Yesterday was kind of rocky, but it did get better.

With this disorder as I am sure you know you have to find a balance. You have to make a goal sheet, and you have to write down the positive and negitive parts of your day. It allows you to see what you can change and what you can't. Tis why you have to adapt.

I have learned alot and try to add it to questions in the group with personal emails. Though I haven't really had anyone that responds back. I do hope the group is providing other with tools, and coping skills. I know that many people do not have money for doctors, and therapist. This is why it is essential that you have a support group. People that know what you are going through, know that we cannot give you advice weather to take or not to take a med .. and we all seem to hate meds.

I thank everyone that has joined my group and for those that are giving such great support. It means so much that this way I can help others and feel useful.

Just know that you must treasure your good days... and try to just get through the bad days. I remind myself of that ALOT.

Also remember even if you think you are alone you are never alone! EVER! Even if no one understands in your part of the world, or even in your home. You have others that have been through this and are still living it.

Ok, so enough of that... I am off to attempt to clean house. The chore that is never done. I just need to keep motivated. UGH

Hugs to all... and love to all .. Thanks for all the bday wishes ..

All things are possible, and we shall overcome this time in our life. Don't allow stress, anxiety, and panic to control you.. consume you, or make you.

You are in control no matter how you feel...

Dannille

[Lb128f]

Nov. 17, 2009 at 12:23 PM

I definitely HAVE been wondering...what's up! :-) Yay for the gym, that's great!! I'm sorry about your car, that stinks! Hope it's all better soon! :-) You are right about "cleaning" being never-ending. Ugh!! And...on the group...I think CM is slow all around right now...I guess with the Holidays coming everyone is pretty busy. But...maybe you should provide a link ;-) and send out a Bulletin to members asking them to drop by when they can? It does help to have support! It must feel good to have a Birthday and at the same time know you have accomplished so much!! Always moving forward....that's a good thing! I'm glad you got yourself an ice cream cake...yummy! And.......

 to YOU!!

[carrie24]

Nov. 17, 2009 at 3:54 PM

So glad you found the gym &

Happy belated birthday! I am glad it was a good day for you & that eventhough you had to cook, you had your favorite meal!!