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Posted by gardenergirl on March 13, 2005, at 12:54:59
Okay, this either means I will get a ton of work done, or that I will be very sad and lonely. And my T might not be available the following week, either. We scehduled an appointment, but it depends on how something goes this week (health-related) :( .
I've actually been feeling pretty strong and healthy lately. But I also spent a chunk of last session telling how much closer to him I felt. And I also mentioned how I had been trying to picture termination and I couldn't, and even the idea made me cry. So yucko!
I'm hoping the getting a ton of work done thing prevails. But if you see me posting a lot, you might assume I'm feeling sad and lonely. :(
gg
Posted by alexandra_k on March 13, 2005, at 14:13:01
In reply to Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by gardenergirl on March 13, 2005, at 12:54:59
(((gg)))
I hope you get through without feeling too lonely.. We will babble with you :-)
Posted by fallsfall on March 13, 2005, at 14:27:00
In reply to Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by gardenergirl on March 13, 2005, at 12:54:59
We are here for you.
Here's hoping for a "work-productive" opportunity!
Posted by Dinah on March 13, 2005, at 14:52:44
In reply to Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by gardenergirl on March 13, 2005, at 12:54:59
Ugh. All the legs on your support stool wobbling at once.
I'll cross my fingers for a week where you don't need to put much weight on it.
And don't forget your other sources of support - friends and Babble. :)
Posted by Shortelise on March 13, 2005, at 20:12:23
In reply to Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by gardenergirl on March 13, 2005, at 12:54:59
GG,
Eat well, drink lots of water, get exercise every day, sleep regular hours.
There, that's sensible advice! Not particularly inspired advice, but sensible.
Take care.
ShortE
Posted by daisym on March 13, 2005, at 20:35:33
In reply to Re: Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes! » gardenergirl, posted by Shortelise on March 13, 2005, at 20:12:23
I sense an OPEN opportunity. It has been so long since we've all been together in there. I'm traveling M/T/W but I'll be around Thurs evening. Maybe we could all meet sometime? Just a thought.
I hope your time alone is productive. Sometimes it feels good to just eat crackers in bed, you know?
:)
Posted by annierose on March 13, 2005, at 20:35:48
In reply to Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by gardenergirl on March 13, 2005, at 12:54:59
Hopefully your school isn't on "spring break" right now. No hubby, therapist and school could bring too much free time.
My husband rarely travels for his job, but when he does, I like the new routine. I get to listen to any music I want to (without headsets), watch or not watch t.v. (sometimes the noise bothers me, I can't stand the constant hummmmm). Try to think of something you would like to do, for yourself. And we're always here for a chat or two.
How did your T respond with your conversation re:termination? When you graduate, is your work with him over?
Getting work done will feel good too. I love getting caught up on those little tasks we put off and put off until one day, I zap them all and that feels great!
Posted by fallsfall on March 13, 2005, at 21:31:34
In reply to Re: Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by annierose on March 13, 2005, at 20:35:48
Annierose brings up an interesting point...
Is your therapy over when you finish your dissertation??
Posted by Speaker on March 13, 2005, at 21:49:01
In reply to Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by gardenergirl on March 13, 2005, at 12:54:59
GG,
I will pray you have an incredible time during this experience. Here is a hug ahead of time in case you do get lonely. (((((GG)))))
Marie
Posted by partlycloudy on March 14, 2005, at 11:53:59
In reply to Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by gardenergirl on March 13, 2005, at 12:54:59
And I would feel terribly vulnerable to be flying solo, too.
Posted by 10derHeart on March 14, 2005, at 12:04:24
In reply to Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by gardenergirl on March 13, 2005, at 12:54:59
Ditto what everyone said, gg. Be a workaholic - this sounds like the time for it! Babble is a great place for relief from sad and lonely, I think. (giggle - first time I typed "sag and lonely) Maybe I could summon up some of my REALLY corny, terrible puns and post them over on Social....;-) Hang in there...
Posted by pinkeye on March 14, 2005, at 13:52:11
In reply to Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by gardenergirl on March 13, 2005, at 12:54:59
That works for me too..when I feel lonely, reaching out to others and posting to them helps me immensely.
I have come to realise that it doesn't matter if you are receiving help for your issue or giving help for someone - what seems to matter the most is the deep connection that you have with another person - whether on the giving or the receiving end. So go on and post here as much as you want.
That will help you :-)
Posted by gardenergirl on March 14, 2005, at 14:01:00
In reply to Re: Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes! » gardenergirl, posted by Shortelise on March 13, 2005, at 20:12:23
> GG,
>
> Eat well, drink lots of water, get exercise every day, sleep regular hours.
>
> There, that's sensible advice! Not particularly inspired advice, but sensible.
>That is sensible. Unfortunately, I discovered another way I might cope with this...sleeping all day. I did my light therapy at my usual time, turned the lamp off, rolled over, and slept til almost 2:00 p.m.! What's up with that? Can I blame it on the Topamax?
That's not going to make me more productive.
gg
Posted by gardenergirl on March 14, 2005, at 14:10:48
In reply to Re: Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by annierose on March 13, 2005, at 20:35:48
I don't have classes anymore, so honestly, I have no idea when spring break is. :)
But yes, when I graduate, I have to be done with my T, if I have not terminated already. At one point several months ago, it seemed as if I were headed in that direction, but then more stuff came up. We haven't talked about it for awhile.
Honestly, I hope I do terminate before I graduate. I think that would be better.
gg
Posted by gardenergirl on March 14, 2005, at 14:13:54
In reply to Re: Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes!, posted by gardenergirl on March 14, 2005, at 14:10:48
Posted by gardenergirl on March 14, 2005, at 14:15:47
In reply to Above to Annierose and Falls (nm), posted by gardenergirl on March 14, 2005, at 14:13:54
Posted by Shortelise on March 14, 2005, at 20:38:28
In reply to Re: Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes! » Shortelise, posted by gardenergirl on March 14, 2005, at 14:01:00
Topamax? For migraines or seizures?
It can cause some anxiety, I am sure you know. I took it for migraines and wow, did I ever get anxious. I also lost weight. That was nice.
Take care, GG.
Posted by Speaker on March 15, 2005, at 19:32:24
In reply to Re: Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes! » gardenergirl, posted by Shortelise on March 14, 2005, at 20:38:28
Just wondering how things are going today?
Marie
Posted by gardenergirl on March 15, 2005, at 19:50:36
In reply to GG, how are you doing??, posted by Speaker on March 15, 2005, at 19:32:24
Well, I scheduled a massage and a haircut for tomorrow. Self care all the way. Work was good and distracting today.
Thanks for asking!
gg
Posted by gardenergirl on March 15, 2005, at 19:51:53
In reply to Re: Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes! » gardenergirl, posted by Shortelise on March 14, 2005, at 20:38:28
Hi ShortE,
I'm actually taking Topamax to try to stem the weight gain from Nardil and actually maybe try to lose a pound or 40.I'm only at 25 mg so far. I go to 50 on Thursday. We'll see how it goes. If it makes me anxious, it's right out.
gg
Posted by Speaker on March 15, 2005, at 20:11:19
In reply to Re: Hubby out of town and T unavailable. Yikes! » Shortelise, posted by gardenergirl on March 15, 2005, at 19:51:53
Posted by All Done on March 15, 2005, at 23:51:55
In reply to Re: GG, how are you doing?? » Speaker, posted by gardenergirl on March 15, 2005, at 19:50:36
Good for you, gg!
I say go for anything that'll make the time go faster for you. For me, that means lots of stuff I enjoy - maybe not work, so much ;).
Have you thought about renting some movies or reading a good book (light-reading that you can finish in a day or two)? Keep it stress-free stuff since *both* your hubby and T are gone.
Have fun tomorrow!
Laurie
Posted by gardenergirl on March 16, 2005, at 10:23:29
In reply to Re: GG, how are you doing?? » gardenergirl, posted by All Done on March 15, 2005, at 23:51:55
Oh lordy, I also seem to be spending more money shopping online lately. At least there are no calories in that activity. :( And I stayed away from the cashmere by convincing myself that I'm always hot at work, so it's not practical.
One more day...and hubby's back. Hopefully I can see my T next week.
Sigh,
gg
Posted by Speaker on March 16, 2005, at 11:59:00
In reply to Re: GG, how are you doing??, posted by gardenergirl on March 16, 2005, at 10:23:29
GG,
I'm glad you could pass up the sweater if that is best for you. I am always playing those games about why I don't need something. I just joined Weight Watchers and want to loose 25 lbs. before July 4th. Every time I see something now I just think I will buy it when I get down a size...a little reward game for me. However, I am going to treat myself to massages more often (if I can tolerate being touched) as doing something for me other than buying clothes. I'm glad you are making it through and looking forward to your husbands return! Keep us posted.
Marie
Posted by gardenergirl on March 16, 2005, at 21:52:36
In reply to Shopping :), posted by Speaker on March 16, 2005, at 11:59:00
Oh boy, after my massage, I checked out the 70% off clearance racks. Some stuff was $4.99! I had fun. And got some fun stuff. I love getting Liz Clairborne stuff for $10 bucks a pop. The only way I'll buy it.
And I tried on some dresses for my sister's wedding. I've decided that bridesmaid's dresses are way too young for me. It's social dress time. Something elegant. Since I'm the only one in the bridal party, that makes it fun, too. Except I play that game, too, Marie. What size will I be come the wedding? Can I fit into this dress that is so great and such a great price? And what a coincidence. I just looked up Weight Watchers online, because I think I need the structure.
And I hate seeing all this white skin. :(
But hubby is home tomorrow and the credit card bills won't come for a few weeks! :)
gg
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