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forever_29

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July 24, 2005, 6:32 pm PDT

Hiya Sista Lidi

I wanted to just get a mood on here and naughty sounded exciting!haha I should be something else after going to church today but that's that ol devil going to work before the day is out.haha Busy fellow he is but just trying to see how these messages post. Trying to stay out of Wallmart spending money that I don't have so will entertain myself trying to understand this board a little better. I see I can preview and correct my mistakes before posting if I don't forget and post and correct later as I used to. Anyway I love all the things you all are doing with the pictures I do good to keep my spelling checked.haha

Sista Lidi, just wanted to say "Hi!" before I logged off.

 

Hey!  you can put pic's and images in your message now

 

too.  Just put your mouse of the picture/image you want, copy,

 

than paste it in your message.  Just the ol' copy-paste

 

we use for text. 

 

 

Wishing you a "Great Evening!"

 

 

I now remain, 4 Ever 29  LOL!

 

 
 
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lidica
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July 24, 2005, 6:34 pm PDT

Me again

Okay I like the chillin' haha So now I'm sitting here chillin' trying to see if I can get my mood to print I wonder how many moods can you be in during your post? I like the giddy too! Maybe if I get this through I can go for that next. Didn't see broke up there! haha I think that should be added up there it's not an emotion but it sure can cause a few! Well I'm getting off for the night. Just wanted to mess around and figure this out before work tomorrow. I don't need aggravation in 100 degree weather!haha Just kidding I will be freezing in air condition and will come outside to thaw out. To all newbies I suffer from depression too just getting a break so I can be silly for awhile to that buzzard comes back. Sighing still looking for you! Thanks again for all the info on the vitamins I am sure they are helping although I forgot to take them for a few days. Guess I should get off and go spend a little time with my hubby. God Bless all through whateer you are going through on this day. You are not alone you have His awesome love surrounding you through it every step of the way. Hugs and prayers for all! Goodnight!
Okay I can't get them to print so here goes I'll write them well checked them out and not too many to describe a depressed person! What's up with that maybe we need to make some suggestions here!haha Okay I'm gone  with my happy I did get ny essage posted...frustrated I couldn't get my emotion in the blank..ecstatic to see everyone again...sad some have still not gotten back yet...quiet well that ain't me!Flirtatious my hubby is waiting on me to get off this computer and hoping for that one! haha Then he will be giddy or happy at least hopeful!haha I am just being my silly self so I am gone for sure this time giving up on this Emote!haha  Hopefully to give everyone a laugh at me being crazy that ol buzzard gets too much of our joy so have to beat that ol rascal down some kind of way!
 
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lidica
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July 24, 2005, 6:37 pm PDT

Hi Sista 29

Sista Lidi, just wanted to say "Hi!" before I logged off.

Hey! you can put pic's and images in your message now

too. Just put your mouse of the picture/image you want, copy,

than paste it in your message. Just the ol' copy-paste

we use for text.

Wishing you a "Great Evening!"

I now remain, 4 Ever 29 LOL!

Now you know I will never get that picture situation figured out with all that technical stuff but I do want to get this mood thingy figured out. If you're still on tell mehow to o that one!haha
 
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GodBlessYou
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July 24, 2005, 6:43 pm PDT

annieiam4u I am seeing purple hippopotamuses

I can't keep up with this! HA! Now the pic is back! This board is haunted. hahahaha!
I love Cathy's animated dancing dragon and hippo. Makes me want to boogie. I hope you are feeling well all things considered (life that is). I am for the most part. Planned to leave for Oklahoma this a.m. but bike I was taking to A.S. on ap needs a new tire and inner tube and I cannot find the size. His tools and guitar and many other things disappeared while he was in the hospital along with one of his roomers. Happy to say Vampire story deleted. My e-mail isn't working or I'd just e-mail. I, also, have over a hundred dollars in FREE groceries I got at Albertsons triple to 75 cent coupons. What he cannot use he usually gives to roomers. One roomer is having a manic attack like A.S. did and may move out and the other spends all day with his quadraplegic brother at the VA Center there. Injured during Vietnam War I think. Roomer having manic attack has a traumatic brain injury from an automobile accident. They all share the bikes there. A neighbor of mine was selling two English Racers for $5 each so I may go look at those as I noticed at Wal Mart that tires for those are only $9 each. Three big men riding bikes goes through seats and tires. You know it isn't that late so I think I'll walk over there now as the neighbor said I could. Take care of you and catch all the blessings prayed your way. Hugs and Prayers, Beachsmiles
 
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lidica
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July 24, 2005, 6:45 pm PDT

Going to store with hubby!

Now you know I will never get that picture situation figured out with all that technical stuff but I do want to get this mood thingy figured out. If you're still on tell mehow to o that one!haha
Smiles I see you got your mood posted tell me what you did. I promise you I am going this time new mood is hungry for something interesting to eat!haha Talk to you all tomorrow! Oh Lord look at my wonderful spelling!haha
 
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forever_29

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July 24, 2005, 6:48 pm PDT

Sista Lidi

Now you know I will never get that picture situation figured out with all that technical stuff but I do want to get this mood thingy figured out. If you're still on tell mehow to o that one!haha

 

 

I think the mood thingy and the profile pic there still working

 

on.  My profile pic appears and disappears in a hot second, as

 

well as the mood thingy's.  

 

 

  Now I know you know how to copy and paste.  I just put

 

my cursor over the above emote here - right click copy and pasted to this message.

 

 

Try it, silly you!  LOL!
 
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kmraab71

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July 24, 2005, 6:57 pm PDT

Depression

Dr. Phil

 

I am not sure you will get this message and I will follow up by sending you an e-mail. I recently lost my teenage niece to suicide. Depression plays a key factor in this. On July 16, I took part in an incredible journey. It was called Out of the Darkness Overnight. It was a 20 mile walk from dusk to dawn to erase the stigma of suicide and make more people aware of why it happens and for people with depression to be able to get the help they need. The walk took place in Chicago, we had more then 2000 participants and raised over 1 million dollars. We will be doing another "Overnight" next year location to be determined. There were many people of all ages. Some of who still have the daily struggle with the thoughts of taking their own life, others that have tried and failed and then those of us that lost a loved one. I just wanted to make you aware of this event and maybe see it on your show one day. The website is afsp.org. I hope this will be a topic of your show one day

 

Thank you for making a difference

 

Kelly Raab
 
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psychwife2
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July 24, 2005, 7:00 pm PDT

Hello Nekocats2...it's me Psychwife

This has been a very difficult time for me ..... very difficult.... I just want the world to stop spinning long enough for me to get the heck off. Don't worry, I am not going to do anything harsh. I just can't stop crying. I am soooooo tired of feeling and being nothing more than a looser. I suffer from chronic back pain, depression and that might be getting in the way. I just want to stop crying and I want my life back. I feel like a failure to my husband and an embarassment to my son. In my heart, I feel he loves me...but, I hate myself. I don't want to be this looser anymore. I once was a success....now....I am nothing!! Sorry for the negative self pity crud. Was never ever ment to be that way. Thanks to you all.

I really missed all of you and the support that was always there. You guys are the best!!! That is from the bottom of my heart.

From: Nekocats.....now......Nekocats2

but now psychwife2...

I really hate that this board was down for a while...it left many of us without the place to vent and find support for those difficult times!  But we're back now and here for each other!!

I really understand how you are feeling.  No, I don't suffer from chronic pain but I understand your feelings of not feeling yourself anymore..."I used to be a success...now...I am nothing!"  My present feelings of depression stem from my youngest son preparing to be in his senior year in high school.  For the last 20+ years, my identity was based on being the stay at home mother of two and now that is all going to change.  I have to keep reminding myself that life is NOT over just because my circumstances have changed.  I'm still me and I still have a lot to contribute.  And so do you!

Self pity happens to all of us and as long as you're able to admit it, you are already in a better place than you could be.  Continue to vent and look for support....there's no reason to apologize for having down days.  And don't assume that you know how your husband and son feel about you.  You're not giving them enough credit and it isn't fair for you to assume that they feel that way.  Have you told them how you feel?  Try it, you will probably be surprised and pleased with their response.

Don't give up, don't wallow alone....keep in touch....we're here for you!!!
 
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dreamco
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July 24, 2005, 7:04 pm PDT

Thanks Beachsmile

I'm preparing to go on a trip to donate some things to someone in need. I thought I'd stop by and saw your post and just thought I'd say "Hi". Here in Dallas we are under a heat advisory and I had to cancel my walk when I got to the corner and was winded and it was only 6:30 a.m. So I used my stepping machine. Shallow breathing has been linked to anxiety, panic and depression and I even noticed last week that Dr. Phil had an expert on talking about the importance of oxygenating the brain. Dancing to the oldies or new tunes. Due to ozone red alert days here in Dallas after missing 2 weeks of my walks I realized I needed to practice what I preach and I hopped back on my stepping machine. Already feeling somewhat back to normal and my blood pressure is lower. Had gotten up to 115/97 in just two weeks of not walking or using stepping machine. Of course any exercise program should be talked over with a physician. Lots of emphasis too is put on playing meditation CD's to listen too. Most panic attacks people have stopped breathing right before. So learning and remembering to breathe calmly and relaxed can be quite soothing. I, too, have been slightly nervous about message boards. You do have to exercise caution and balance of time spent online yet there is a lot of supportive fellowship too. Be Blessed. Beachsmile

Hey, just wanted to let you know that I appreciated your response. It is summer vacation for the schools and my 10 yr. old gets most of my attention so there won't be any chance of spending too much time online. Don't get me wrong... I'm not complaining, if it weren't for her being here to get me through my darkest days about 8 yrs. ago, I wouldn't be around to dedicate every minute to her! My husband is great too, but my girl is my sunshine! It has been really hot and humid here in Southwestern Ontario the last little while too! Lots of popsickles and slush puppies! Anyways like I said I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to respond. I'll be back off and on over the next couple of weeks. My husband is on vacation so hopefully we'll be doing something or other. Take care. Dreamco
 
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July 24, 2005, 7:41 pm PDT

Depression

I have suffered depression for years and I am still on medication for it. I am 67 yrs old and I found the answer for my depression and that is my church. I love the Lord with all of my heart and He is the greatest Doctor that anyone can have. I have been to councillers and I thought that I was over my depression but my childhood memories keep on comming back to me and I am back to square one. I joined a little church in a very small village and the Pastor is a very helpful person and with his help and God's help I am on the right track, I love to help folks and I keep myself busy. I now can say that I am happy for the first time in my life and with God's help I can lose the weight that I have carried around for ever. I need to lose 100 pounds to be healthy.So if I can be of any help to someone I am here. I think that Dr Phil is a great person and he has helped a lot of folks on his shows. So God Bless You Dr Phil   

Love Buddy10
 
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