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    About Me

    I am a mother and wife. I have a 12yo son who has ADHD and can be a hand full. I am mommy to 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 geckos, 1 fish(recently swam to heaven), and 1 "killer" gerbil. I like to watch movies of all kind and read true crime& suspense/romance novels. I love to watch crime/forensic shows. I am a huge New York Yankees and Jets fan. I am afraid to go for what I want. Fear of rejection and failure. I have fibromyalgia, IBS, depression and RLS. I am tired of living in this body. I'm not the person I thought I would be.I am not in the kind of relationship I thought I would have. Since his new dx of bipolar he is doing better, most days anyways. I am really unhappy with the way my life is turning out ;(

    Interests

    My family! Animals of all sorts! The New York Yankees! New York Jets! Reading and watching movies! Travel! Relieving the suffering of FM and other diseases!BEING COMPLETELY LOVED AND LOVING COMPLETELY!

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  • Journal

    • Forgiving.....

      Mood July 23, 2008 9:52pm

      I am on my way to forgiving David's parents (my son's biological father's parents). I still haven't contacted them since the funeral. …
    • Rejected from clinical study

      Mood July 19, 2008 10:12am

      I will not beable to join the clinical trial for fibromyalgia due to haveing a positive RH! Pisses me off! Guess they are looking for people that …
    • Fibromyalgia clinical study!!!!

      Mood July 11, 2008 7:14pm

      Today I got a call about a fibromyalgia clinical study that I applied to some time back. It's been about a month and half since I signed up …
    • Most important goal..

      Mood July 3, 2008 11:05am

      My friends please help me on this one........Thank You! *HUGS&LOVE* Marie
    • It's going.......

      Mood July 3, 2008 10:59am

      Well I've been ok and so has Aharon since we got back from Wisconsin. He's a tough kid. David isn't being brought up and he seems well …

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      From NormLNorma Today

      Thanks Marie, funny because I saw your name on my list and thought about you, so I'm glad you wrote now. Yes, all the ups and downs, I know. But let's hope for more ups than downs, haha. Woody is fine, thank you. At least that's an up! : ) Take care. Talk to you later.

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      From Kitiara Today

      I am sending you much strentgh and love for this venture. I am happy for you to be able to finally put all these painful feeling behind you.

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      From joebabycarrol Yesterday

      Ahh Your throwin the Cr-pants out huh? lol I'll have to tell you about the little funny video I'm going to make with my nephews someday. We just got a digital camera. He's hung up on making a ghost video first lol kids! How've you been brat? Missed ya! So I guess it does work both ways huh? :P I had no button to push, cuz I wasn't on :P Ok, Talk to you soon my little friend! I got your back.... *The Hugginator*

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      From nellaafrica Tuesday

      Hey Marie my friend im not too good, but i hope u ok and coping take care loads of hugs, xxxxxxnella

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  • Support Groups

    • Close Fibromyalgia

      I am 30 and have been in pain for 21 of those years. Last year after many many test I was dx with fibromyalgia. It mainly causes severe leg pain, but has recently started in my back, arms, and jaw. Every once in awhile I get arm pain. It effects all life aspects. It has made me depressed. I also have fibro fog which is sometimes the worst part. My son gets upset with me over this, too young to understand. I seem to be the only one in my family with this. No one understands and no one cares.

      Treatments

      Cymbalta Not Working
      going to start 8/30. Didn't help...;(
      Effexor Not Working
      Did not help at all.
      Elavil Somewhat Helpful
      I have taken for years. Just helps me sleep. No help with fibro or migaines.
      Melatonin Not Working
      Slept better without it.
      Neurontin Not Working
      no change
    • Close ADHD / ADD

      My son is 12 now and was dx at 5, and started showing signs at 4. His behavior and concentration are awful. We have seen numerous docs and tried many meds. He is on Adderall, Tenex, and Risperdal. I can't stop worring about him. What will his future be like? Will our relationship be ruined? Will he drop out, make friends? My mind is always going on and on with worry.

      Treatments

      Adderall Somewhat Helpful
      It helps with the concentration and activity, but not enough.
      Concerta Not Working
      Didn't control symptoms enough.
      Focalin Not Working
      Same as Concerta.
      Risperdal Working / Worked
      Not seeing any benefit yet. On it for several months now.
      Ritalin Not Working
      Worked for several years, but stunted his growth.
    • Open Alcoholism

      I am married to a reforming alcoholic. We started dating 12/2000. After a couple mounths I realized he had a problem. He drank every night after work. Would drink too much and passout or get too drunk and turn mean. His was beer! At first I would have a few winecoolers sometimes or have a drink if we went out to dinner with friends, since they all did. I even got drunk a few times. But when I realized he had a problem I quit. He is sober 2 years now. It took me walking away til he quit!

      Treatments

      12 Step Program Working / Worked
      He did a inpatient rehad and laps a few times after, but without it he would still drink today!
      AA Meetings Working / Worked
      He went regularly until he lost his sponsor. His sponsor had health problems and couldn't do it. He started going again when he cans, he says he feels better when going!
      Support from Friends & Family Working / Worked
      I know recovery is not perfect and he will have struggles with it and so do I, but it is how we handle it! Love and support!
      Detox Working / Worked
      Worked for both of us. I was as involved as I could be. Both learned a lot from it!
    • Open Migraine Headaches

      I have had migraines since about 7, and so has my son. I get them pretty regularly. Over the last couple years I noticed them about a week before my period. Docs don't do much for me and my insurance won't allow me to have enough Maxalt each month. My throat is suffering from it too!

      Treatments

      Aspirin Somewhat Helpful
      If not too bad and take early but usually it keeps it down but not away!
      Ice Pack Working / Worked
      This helps a lot with the sight and noise sensitivity. The ice helps some how.
    • Open Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

      I have IBS-D. This really sucks! I am also nausea and vomiting frequently which causes my throat to bleed.

      Treatments

      Cymbalta Not Working
      Not sure if it is helping yet.
    • Open Depression
      Type: Clinical (Major) Depression

      My dperession started shortly after I started with USPS. The management/coworkers where awful. I was working nights and raising a then 4 year old son who has ADHD and behavior issues. 3 months in I started dating my now husband. Come to find our he was an alcoholic that was a few years away from his bottom. Between all the stress I became depressed/suicidal. I quit there 2/07,husband quit drinking 8/04 but the depression still sinks in sometimes. Mostly now do to my son and my health.

      Treatments

      Celexa Not Working
      I didn't take it long but went off it early.
      Cymbalta Not Working
      I guit taking it too.
      Pets Working / Worked
      They save me from my sadness! Always give me something to smile about. They listen to me with out judgement and love me completely! Thank GOD for my furry babies!
    • Open Single Parenting

      At 17 I got pregnant and of course after a few months my boyfriend was out of the picture. When my son was 4 his "father" called wanting to be a father. After him and his then wife and daughter saw my son 4 times he ran out again. Then this June his now xwife found me on myspace. They now have 2 daughters and he has another 18month old son. The mother of his son is also the stepsister to his now xwife. Over the years my son has sufford!

    • Open Parenting 'Tweens (9-12)

      I have a 11 year old son. My husband has been raising him with me since he was 4. We have had our ups and downs. More downs than up sorry to say. It's like 2 kids in 1! Going nuts and he's not a teen yet! Going crazy!

    • Open Chronic Pain

      I have had chronic leg pain and migraines since I was about 7. Last summer I was told I have fibromyalgia but not given any treatments. Also shoulder pain from an injury at work. Pain is just part of my life!

      Treatments

      Chiropractic Adjustment Not Working
      Caused more pain!!
      Cymbalta Too Soon to Tell
      I quit it soon, not sure why now?
      Flexeril Not Working
      No help for me.
      Heat Working / Worked
      while using it it helps but once removed pain is right there.
      Lidoderm Working / Worked
      My last neuro gave me these and it helped. lots of $$!
      Marijuana Working / Worked
      I have smoked pot off and on since a teen. Helps with the pain,depression, and stomach issues!
      Naproxen Not Working
      Not strong enough for my pain!
      Neurontin Not Working
      Took for legs and shoulder, no help!
      Oxycodone Not Working
      Percocet was like taking nothing!
      Physical Therapy Working / Worked
      Helped after my shoulder surgery!
      Relaxation Working / Worked
      Always need rest after or during a painful time!
    • Open Fitness Goals
      Type: Improve overall fitness

      I was always a thin person, with a good figure. After shoulder surgery in 03 I put on about 30 lbs. I also started to have more problems with FM and migraines and depression. I am addicted to Cherry Pepsi-seriously! I hate veggies/fruits.Don't eat healthy foods, but don't over eat.Newleywed that wants to be hot again! Loose 30 lbs. I have FM which makes exercize hard.

      Treatments

      Elliptical Trainer Somewhat Helpful
      Was helpful but too much for me with my fibromyalgia.
      Kickboxing Considering
      Would love to do!
      Physical Exercise Somewhat Helpful
      Was helpful but painful now with FM.
    • Open Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

      I have sleep problems. I need to take a nap everyday. I rarely have enough energy to do much. It really sucks!

      Treatments

      Cymbalta Too Soon to Tell
      Just started8/30
    • Open Military Families

      I am a retired Air Force Brat. My father retired in 93 and I have struggled with it since. My hubby is a Navy vet. He's thought about rejoining a branch of military. My uncle just signed with the reserves. My best friend is a Captain stationed at Ft. Bragg, and about to do his 3 deployment. Don't want him to go again. I wanted to join AF, but injuries and having a son young stopped that dream.

    • Open Restless Legs Syndrome

      I have RLS. It keeps me awake. It really annoys me.

      Treatments

      Requip Not Working
      Did not help me.
      Heat Working / Worked
      Helps when in contact with feet/legs.Hard to sleep with one on.
    • Open Sports Injuries

      I ran track in junior high. I landed on my ankle with my foot turned in when running hurtles. I haven't been able to run without an aircast since. My ankle is weak and I have athletes knee in both.

      Treatments

      Physical Therapy Not Working
      Did not help.
    • Open Phobia

      My mom developed a phobia of driving, not sure of the correct term. It came on out of no where. She is seeing a counselor, trying to over come this. I try to help by picking her up when she makes it somewhere but can't make it back home. I take her to appointments. I talk to her about it when she wants. Not sure how else to help her??She's lost her independance, hard on her.

      Treatments

      Supportive Care Working / Worked
      It seems to help her, knowing my dad and I are here to help her.
    • Open Pet Bereavement

      On JAnuary 28,2002 I lost my best friend and little sister Misty. I grew up with her. We had gotten her when I was 9 and I lost her 2 days before my birthday. My dad & I were with her. I am glad I was there but that memory is painful but I know it would be worse if I wasn't with her. I still cry for her and have her pictures up. She is a beautiful & sweet girl! I love my Misty forever. I have other furry cildren I am scared to death of loosing. Would kill me!!

    • Open Insomnia

      This started when I worked nights. Now it's just as bad even though I am not working nights. Makes me cry sometimes, because it causes such a hard time concentrating and handeling emotions. SUCKS!!!!

      Treatments

      Ambien Not Working
      Did crazy things on it! Won't ever take again!
      Counting Sheep Not Working
      I counted dogs instead!!
      Elavil Working / Worked
      Helped but stops after awhile then increase the dose but due to HBP I can't take the needed dose!!
      Meditation Working / Worked
      Hard to do when stressed among other things!
      Melatonin Not Working
      Slept worse while taking it! SUCKS! Even tried 2!
      Music Not Working
      Tried relaxing music and even nature sounds, no help.
      Reading Working / Worked
      Sometimes it helps, unless I am so into a book then I just read for hours!!
      Trazodone Too Soon to Tell
      started 2/18, didn't help me fall asleep
    • Open Bipolar Disorder

      Today 12/4/07, I took my husband to see the doc I use to work with. He is thinking Tom is bipolar and wants him to start Seroquel. If he doesn't follow through and doesn't work on himself, I have to leave, for my own life and health.

      Treatments

      Seroquel Too Soon to Tell
      Starting this Friday 12/7/07...will see...
    • Open Family & Friends of Bipolar

      On 11/04/07 my husband's new doc told us he thinks my husband is bipolar. I had my suspitions. Now just have to figure out where to go from here. Worried that my marriage can't survive all our issues...

    • Open Parents of Children with ADHD

      My son will soon be 12 and at age 4 he started showing signs of ADHD, and at 5 was dx with it. It has been so hard on all of us and continues to be. I worry so much about him....very scared.....

    • Open Esophageal Cancer

      Today I found out that I have a precancerous area in my esophagus. This was 3 wks after my EGD and during my glabladder scan

      Treatments

      Prevacid Working / Worked
      this has stopped my reflux and heartburn. told to continue
    • Open GERD & Heartburn

      I have had relux/heartburn for about 6 yrs. Just started having tests ran. Found out I have Barrets and precancer of the esophagus. I take Prevacid. Not sure what's next....

      Treatments

      Pepto-Bismol Working / Worked
      Take about a bottle a month. Helps sometimes..
      Prevacid Working / Worked
      Wonderful for reflux/heartburn, exspensive tho
      Reglan Somewhat Helpful
      maybe???? helping?
    • Open Families & Friends Affected By Suicide

      I just found out today that my son's biological father commited suicide.

      Treatments

      Talking Working / Worked
      I have talked to my son and family members about it..
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