Journal Entry for August 29, 2008
August 29, 2008 2:15am
I haven't been active here for some time. I have been peeking in, every now and then but not much more than …
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is feeling Good
Here's hoping that by end of Sept my E problems may begin to get resolved.
Recently: 3 hugs given, 2 journal comments more …
About Me
I have been a member of DS since January 2008. I am a mother of 2 grown sons and I am the grandmother of THE most beautiful 2 grandsons I have ever seen. (No bias ofcourse.) I have been in a committed relationship for approx. 9 years to a man with a heart of gold. To my benefit, he is also my best friend. I have to admit that trust is a big issue with me so I probably will only reveal things about me in bits and pieces. I've joined to gain some knowledge (and courage) and when I feel comfortable enough, I'll probably ask for support in some of the many medical issues I have, and I'm hoping I'll have the courage to do this. And I hope to be able to help others too.
Interests
Reading, writing, crosswords, jigsaw puzzles, and now the computer. The computer is something that I fairly new at. I just learned one year ago. So I jumped right in, bought a new one, and I've discovered there is a big world to discover and I'm off on an adventure that I'm loving so far.
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RuthMH gave SonicSue a Celebration 5:00pm
Thanks for your comments in my jounal Sue. Maybe what we both need is a party to cheer us up, get us…
Saturday
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RuthMH updated their status 9:00pm
Here's hoping that by end of Sept my E problems may begin to get resolved.…
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RuthMH gave LadyEve a Hug 8:30pm
Thanks for your comments in my journal....and your understanding.…
August 29
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RuthMH commented on their journal entry Journal Entry for August 29, 2008 3:47pm
That's interesting that you had the same thing Deana. During the problem with the vision problem I was…
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RuthMH gave LadyEve a Hug 3:36pm
Thanks for your support. It means alot.…
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Journal Entry for June 29, 2008
June 29, 2008 3:07am
It's been more than a month since I have written in my journal and I know it is long over due. Thank you to my friends who have nudged me …
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I'M BEHIND U ALL THE WAY- MY PRAYERS R WITH U, L/H/P, DEANA
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a big kiss on the cheek. i just got home from church. i love my pastor. she is so wonderful. i will make sure to put you in my prayers next sunday. ashley is going to go i cant believe. i still want to drink every night just to concore the anxiety. i dont know what to do. big hugs. brenda
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Hi Ruth sorry to hear seizures are back. Hope everything calms down soon and sorts itself out for you. Paul XXX
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hi sweetie havent heard from you lately how are things? my life is like a soap opera. so much drama. big hugs to you.
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Sorry I haven't answered back in so long. Been having a very bad run of health problems. How are you doing?
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Support Groups
Close Epilepsy & Seizures
As a girl I had Encephalitis and at 18 I was in serious accident. I'm left with 2 kinds of Epilepsy and a few variations of seizures. Some so severe they have broken my back,neck,chest bone, ribs,and other bones. Between seizures and side effects of meds, I've battled the difficulties with this for too long now.
Treatments
- Ativan Somewhat Helpful
- Clobazam Not Working
- Tegretol Somewhat Helpful
- migraines,occasional insomnia, spinning sensation, double vision, feeling like I'm walking 6" off floor, vertigo problems. In spite of all that they help more with grand mal seizures than anything else has but not completely.
- Topamax Too Soon to Tell
Close Encephalitis
I got Encephalitis at age 6 1/2. Permanant memory loss and had to learn how to do everything again. I had to learn who my family were and how to speak,walk, etc etc. I feel like I've been looking to find the person I lost. Family have said I'm so different now. So who am I really?...and where do I belong? No one really knows.
Open Sexual Abuse
RuthMH hasn’t entered any details for this support group.Open Physical & Emotional Abuse
Treatments
Open Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
I just can't get the words out of my mouth to talk about this. When I've tried, I completely fell apart. Not ready to make another attempt yet. Even the reasons for PTSD with me are a mere whisper, and ofcourse this is something I go to great lenghths to cover up and hide. My Dr. knows only a hint of my past and he's been a great support to me. I suppose I'll just wait and see.
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- Art Somewhat Helpful
- Reading Somewhat Helpful
- Supportive Care Considering
- Talking Considering
- Writing Somewhat Helpful
Open Osteoporosis
Diagnosed 2 years ago(almost) and have since broken my back, again. I'm afraid of what is next. That's one of the reasons I use a cane now but my arthritis is another. The cane keeps me in check so I don't tempt myself on doing something that may put me in danger again.One day at a time.
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Open Brain Injury
I had Encephalitis as a child. I have had Epilepsy since age 18. Fractured skull-bad accident,and things go on and on from there. Memory loss is difficult to handle. One day at a time.
Open Amnesia
RuthMH hasn’t entered any details for this support group.Open Coma
RuthMH hasn’t entered any details for this support group.Open Chronic Pain
RuthMH hasn’t entered any details for this support group.Open Depression
I have a few friends with depression and I know it can be a serious matter. I hope to learn more about it on D.S. and better be able to help them.
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