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    About Me

    I am looking for the light at the end of the tunnel... I am blessed to have 2 very beautiful daughters 16 & 17 But depression is an evil demon that tries to pull you down into the pit of hell. Some days are good some days not so good. Just holding my head up and praying alot.

    Interests

    volleyball, reading, walking , boating, fishing, and motorcycle riding.

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  • Journal

    • Journal Entry for August 27, 2007

      Mood August 27, 2007 8:16am

        This is so beautiful! John 3:16 A little boy was selling newspapers on the corner, the people were in and out of the cold. The little boy was …

    • Journal Entry for July 5, 2007

      Mood July 5, 2007 6:07pm

      There was a blind girl who hated herself just because she was blind.She hated everyone, except her loving boyfriend. He was always there for her. She …
    • Journal Entry for June 28, 2007

      Mood June 28, 2007 4:15pm

      Check MailCompose I Got this from my favorite Aunt in an e-mail. It is very long, yet you will be glad you read it,, I promise …
    • Journal Entry for June 28, 2007

      Mood June 28, 2007 4:06pm

      Well it's been awhile since I last wrote. Just wanted to say KUDOS to Sky's song "I WILL SURVIVE" You go girl!!!
    • Journal Entry for June 18, 2007

      Mood June 18, 2007 6:30pm

      Today I am in a very weird yet wonderful mood.

      Hopefully not having a manic episode.. LOL

      I feel happy yet everything around me sucks..

      Weird I know.

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      From bitmead June 14

      Thank you my friend. I am here for you too if you ever need to xpress yourself in whatever way you choose.

    • Hug

      From bitmead June 9

      Thank you very much for caring about me.God bless you.

    • Hug

      From sky123456 June 5

      Hope all is well, honey!

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      From sky123456 May 31

      Hey Sweetheart ... Thinking of you and hoping everyone is okay.

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      From sky123456 May 21

      I bet. The both of you will be in my thoughts and prayers, sweetheart.

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    • Close Panic Attacks

      I was diagnosed with depression about 12 years ago. Started having panic attacks 10 years ago.

      Treatments

      Ativan Working / Worked
      I still take this when I can't control my attacks. this is my safety net keep in purse with me at all times.
      BuSpar Not Working
      Effexor Not Working
      very sensitive to any medications. couldn't handle side affects
      Klonopin Somewhat Helpful
      Paxil Not Working
      couldn't handle side affects
      Positive Thinking Working / Worked
      Psychotherapy Considering
      Serzone Not Working
      did not like this med.
      Zoloft Somewhat Helpful
      but made me feel like I had no feelings
    • Close Bereavement
      Type: Loss of a Partner/Spouse

      My fiance committed suicide June 22,2006. Still Have a hard time dealing with it,or even believing it.

      Treatments

      Crying Working / Worked
      Getting Angry Working / Worked
      Grief Counseling Working / Worked
      If it weren't for my preacher, who knows what would of happened. Wonderful man.
      Prayer Working / Worked
      God has always been with me. I guess that's why I'm still here.
      Remembering Working / Worked
      Support from Friends & Family Working / Worked
      Talking Working / Worked
      Time Working / Worked
      Time helps alot, but never totally heals.
    • Open Depression
      Type: Clinical (Major) Depression

      I have had depression for as long as I can remember. I was sexually abused by a family member when I was 5 years old . Sometimes it is very hard just to go on with daily life but I have gotten alot better over the years. Having someone to talk to has helped me very much. I hope one day to finally say I'm happy with myself and REALLY mean it

      Treatments

      Effexor Not Working
      Lexapro Not Working
      Prozac Somewhat Helpful
      Made me feel like a zombie with no feelings at all.
      Psychotherapy Somewhat Helpful
      Cymbalta Not Working
      bad side affects
    • Open Diets & Weight Maintenance

      I have fought with 20 lbs for about 15 years . I take it off for a bit and put it back on. I think this time I will win the war.

      Treatments

      Atkins Diet Not Working
      hypoglocemia and Atkins DON'T mix.. LOL
      Eating Healthier Foods Working / Worked
      of course it works.
      Eat Less Working / Worked
      Weight Watchers Working / Worked
      On weight watchers now. Best I've ever been on. Just gotta stay on point. (8 lbs. down)
    • Open Other Heart Problems
      Type: Mitral Valve Prolapse

      Diagnosed with sick sinus syndrome,bradycardia. MVP as well. I also have very low BP Had DVT and PE at 16 yrs old. Had recurring DVT this march.

      Treatments

      Coumadin Working / Worked
      hate being on this due to bleeding possibilities. I feel weak and tired all the time
    • Open Anxiety

      I am such a worry wort. Thought that was all until the past 10 years.

      Treatments

      Ativan Working / Worked
      not taking anymore
      Breathing Exercises Working / Worked
      Klonopin Working / Worked
      not taking anymore
      Paxil Somewhat Helpful
      took away the emotional symptoms but not the physical, which is worse
      Positive Thinking Working / Worked
      sometimes helps
      Promethazine Working / Worked
      works everytime not only takes away nausea but relaxs me for sleep.and dr. doesnt have a problem prescribing since it isnt a benzo
      Benadryl Working / Worked
      works best over the counter med.
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