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Posted by Elle2021 on February 23, 2004, at 23:00:42
In reply to Hello, All?, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 14:31:09
> Elle: Girlie, I miss you too.... Is your mother letting up a bit? Do I need to give her a call and tell her to take better care of my sister? Take care of yourself and don't get overwhelmed (I know, it's hard).. School's halfway done, right? You're almost a semester closer to achieving your goals. If I can help in any way, plesae let me know. I really miss you.. I hope you miss me too..
I do miss you! I believe I had a manic episode that lasted about three days, but I want to talk to my therapist first to make sure. I noticed that it was preceeded by a nasty bout of depression that lasted about 2 weeks. I wonder if that means anything significant. I'm starting a new quarter at school in about 5 weeks. I decided to take this class called Theraputic Approaches. Sounds interesting. Maybe I can finally fix myself. My mother decided to let me see my therapist twice a month, which I can deal with. I think I'm going to stop seeing Burt, and just talk to him about my prescriptions over the phone. It's an option. I think it's the right choice. How are things with you? How's school? What happened with that group therapy idea of Bubba's? I'm curious! :)
Elle
Posted by All Done on February 24, 2004, at 10:09:36
In reply to Hello, All?, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 14:31:09
>>All Done: How's therapy going? If it's good, it will get better. If not, it will get better too! I promise and I wouldn't lie to you! I miss you, you know....
Hey, Karen! It was so sweet of you to post to everyone!Sorry it's taken me a while to respond. Just too much going on, I guess.
Other than my insurance company being stupid, therapy has been good. I hope it can continue that way.
So, how are *you* doing?
How is your head? Did Bubba see the bump?
How is your friend doing?
Did I read right that you have six sisters? Wow! Any brothers?
Did you talk to Bubba about group?
Buy any cute shoes or clothes lately? Yummy perfume?
Did you see Lala's dress? Pretty, isn't it?
Nice to see Miss Honey back (if only for a short while) wasn't it?
Eat any LaBamba burritos lately?
Let us know what's new with you :).
Posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 12:43:23
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » Karen_kay, posted by gardenergirl on February 22, 2004, at 20:04:54
Thank you so much for the hugs. I've needed them lately and have used them often. Everytime I read this post, I give myself a TIGHT hug, as I think you would be a "Tight-hugger".... Thank you!!
AS for your Dissertation.. Get Going. You can do it! As wonderful and insightful as you are, you'll blow them away!!! Just::::: GET OFF YOUR DUFF AND GET TO WORK!! I say that with love, you know!! :)
I'll keep the encouragement comig, as long as I can stil have those hugs in return!! Thank you, AND GET TO WORK!!!!! :)
Posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 12:45:38
In reply to Re: Hold on, posted by Slinky on February 22, 2004, at 20:19:40
Slinky hun, now why would I ever think that you aren't a virgin and young. Of course you are sweetheart. And CONGRATS on the "potentail (did I phrase that right??)" engagement. AH hA! THat means I get Bob all to myself, as you must be a good girl when engaged!! Maybe on your bacheloette party, Bob will provide hte "nakie" entertainment??? Something to think about...
Posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 12:49:08
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » Karen_kay, posted by fallsfall on February 22, 2004, at 20:43:31
Good luck on the blood test. Make sure she gets a lollipop afterwards. When I get my blood drawn, which tends to be once a month for the past year, I always take a lollipop. I deserve it...
And of course I'm jealous of the vacation. I'm in the midst of finding CHEAP (if anyone knows where to find the cheapest airline tickets, do share that valuable info!!) Airline tickets, as I'm going to CALI!!! for spring break./ So, while working n projects for school, adn planning a vacation for 2, I also have to plan a bridal shower for my sister and a bachelorette party. Whew! I;m exhausted. Good thing the hypomanina is still lurjking a bit, or I'd never get all of ne.....
Posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 12:59:30
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » Karen_kay, posted by socialdeviantjeff on February 23, 2004, at 2:00:36
I'm sorry you are feeling a bit low. No pressure to post or email or anything..... I wish I could make you feel better. Lemme know what I can do, K?
And of course I'm pretty, silly boy,.... Isn't everyone on this board pretty and handsome.. I;'d answer YES!! MOST DEFINETLY!!!
Posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 13:01:33
In reply to Re: Hello, All?, posted by Tootercat on February 23, 2004, at 13:35:25
So you're sick, eh??? All because people decide to go out and tough it out when they are sick... I hate that! STAY HOME IF YOU'RE SICK DARN IT!!!!
I was tempted to say my favorite swear word instead of darn it, but I want to stay on Bob's good side....
Posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 13:04:19
In reply to KK Honey exactly how many fiances do you have?, posted by Tootercat on February 23, 2004, at 15:43:43
You know, I try to be sweet.
You've helped me do that momma.. Thank you sweetie..And I've lost count of the number of engagements I have.... But, sticking to my true self, I've decided that the largest rock wins my heart. At least then if it doesn't work out, I can always pawn it for money.. I'm awful momma... Slap my hand. But, I just love diamonds, and emeralds and rubies... Oh my! I sometimes chant that to myself.. Is that a problem I have, you think???
Posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 13:09:33
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » Karen_kay, posted by Elle2021 on February 23, 2004, at 23:00:42
Oh, I could spend all day talking aobut the whole "Grou Project," but I am going to group. I'll enjoy interacting with the people, but I don't think it will help me with the "real" problem I have.. Only time will tell...
My Pdoc was quite surprised that Bubba put me in Group. He suggested I start seeing a new, long-term therapist... I suppose they'll have a talk about it... And maybe Bubba will suggest I switch, maybe not.. Oh, well.. I'll be happy either way, as I* create my own happiness... And even with the events going on, I'm quite happy..
I'm glad your mother backed down a bit. I was afraid I was going to have to give her a call so we could chat... And why in the world do you want to leave Burt? Look into your motivations behind leaving him, and see what you think the reason is... I just don't want you to do something you may regret... Cuz I LOVE you and miss you dearly... I miss all the conversations we had together... With all the participants.... I just miss it period...
Posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 13:24:01
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » Karen_kay, posted by All Done on February 24, 2004, at 10:09:36
Hey there sweetie.. Your insurance (seems we're both having problems in that area, eh? Do they do it on puropse, or what???) will be figured out and I'm crossing my fingers for you too... They'll stop being stupid and you'll continue seeing Beefcake and will live happily ever after.. I just KNOW it!!!
> So, how are *you* doing?*I'm Super-Fantastic, thanks for asking!!!
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> How is your head? Did Bubba see the bump?My head's ok, but my whole upperbody is SOOO sore. And my bruise with thew indention of my bed frame is turnging that green color, so it will heal... I'd like to show Bubba some bumps, if you catch my drift :)
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> How is your friend doing?*She's OK.. In day therapy right now.. 9-5.. She's holding out for our trip to Cali, as she's never left the state before.. She'll have a blast and I'll make sure of it... She's in good hands with me..
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> Did I read right that you have six sisters? Wow! Any brothers?*Nope, no brothers. My family is known for just having girls in the family... Maybe it's because we are all bautiful? My sister did have a son and we thought the world was coming to an end when we heard the news,,,,
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> Did you talk to Bubba about group?*Yes, he talked aobut it quite a bit,,, He's excited, as this is his first group. I asked if he would point out when I'm lying (as I lie often you know) and he said he would... That jsut sucks, period.. I want to LIE! I want to withold info... I sometimes want to be a different person, and I think that;'s where the lying comes from... But, then there are times I'm happy to be me.. Wish they would come more often, a I tend to get myself into binds from "just being me."
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> Buy any cute shoes or clothes lately? Yummy perfume?*Nope, my old man says we're broke.. And I despise being broke.. But, I am going to buy some tennis shoes and work out clothes... As, I don't own tennis shoes or even a T_shirt to work out in... I'm more for style than comfort..
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> Did you see Lala's dress? Pretty, isn't it?*Lala's dress is gorgeous... She'll make quite the lovely bride for me... I can't wait to marry her. See, I;'m avoiding the fact that I;m not the (????GROOM???),,, although LaLa if we got married, I'd be the bride for certain! I want the dress, darn it!
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> Nice to see Miss Honey back (if only for a short while) wasn't it?*Oh, I about fell out of my chair... She's avoiding us because I'm not marrying her. I'd be disappointed if I were her too.... But, she's such a cutie how could I be upset with her for long... She's a gorgeous woman isn't she??? With her auburn hair, WOWSA.. PERFECTION..
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> Eat any LaBamba burritos lately?*No, I wish.. My boyfriend only eats them when he goes out drinking. So, if I get them, then it;s at 3 am.. But, it's worth the wait..
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> Let us know what's new with you :).I will darling... I think I'm just avoiding the fact that I;'m gonna lose Bubba.. He told me again that after group, if "something" comes up, I can start seeing him again.. But, it doesn't seem the same, you know... Men, sometimes they confuse me, especially when you can't have sex with them, because if they don't want sex, what could they possibly want.....
Posted by fallsfall on February 24, 2004, at 14:48:32
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » fallsfall, posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 12:49:08
Karen,
Try www.studentuniverse.com for your airline tickets. That's where my daughter got her tickets for France. Aren't you lucky to be a student???
Posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 19:15:26
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » Karen_kay, posted by fallsfall on February 24, 2004, at 14:48:32
The prices were more expensive than ATA.com.. I found a pretty good deal there, so I'm going to go ahead and reserve... Of course, after I do, I'll find a flight $30 cheaper... Plus, I need to book 2 seats, not just one..
Posted by gardenergirl on February 24, 2004, at 20:38:54
In reply to GG!! » gardenergirl, posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 12:43:23
Thanks for the encouragement. I think I am a tight hugger, when I feel close to and safe with the person. Then, yeah, there's not much better. Although chocolate and well, other things....but you know what I mean.
Thanks! Where are you going on your flight? I'm off to DC in mid-March. I booked on Yahoo and got a decent deal. Not being a really savvy traveller, I'm a little nervous. I'm used to my husband handling all the tickets, check in, transportation to hotel, etc. Now it's up to me. And I have a real tendency to get lost. Probably end up on a plane to Idaho or something. :)
Take care, sweetie!
gg
Posted by Elle2021 on February 25, 2004, at 0:52:48
In reply to Elle, my love... » Elle2021, posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 13:09:33
> I'll enjoy interacting with the people, but I don't think it will help me with the "real" problem I have.. Only time will tell...
Well, I'm glad that at least you enjoy the conversation. Did you talk to Bubba about your "real" problem? Can you call him?
> My Pdoc was quite surprised that Bubba put me in Group. He suggested I start seeing a new, long-term therapist
What were his reasons for suggesting a long-term therapist? He doesn't think your ready for group yet?
> And why in the world do you want to leave Burt?Well, he told me about a year into my tx, that he didn't think he was qualified to deal with "these types of issues." I ignored him because at the time I couldn't see myself with another pdoc. I honestly don't feel like he is putting 100% into my therapy. I feel like he forces himself to sit through my session. I think I will continue to see him for meds, although over the phone only. He and Begonia can discuss my "emotional problems" and then he can decide the best course of drug therapy for me. (Although, he has already gone through several medications with me). Ugh.
Elle
Posted by Dinah on February 25, 2004, at 8:56:45
In reply to Re: Elle, my love..., posted by Elle2021 on February 25, 2004, at 0:52:48
Your pdoc is willing to manage your meds by phone? I assume he is in contact with your therapist to keep an eye on how you're doing. My pdoc sees me every three or four months for ten minutes, just for meds, but I'm not sure he'd be willing to go to just phone visits.
Posted by fallsfall on February 25, 2004, at 11:10:33
In reply to Not too lucky.. » fallsfall, posted by Karen_kay on February 24, 2004, at 19:15:26
Thanks for the tip!!
Posted by fallsfall on February 25, 2004, at 11:14:08
In reply to Re: Elle, my love..., posted by Elle2021 on February 25, 2004, at 0:52:48
>>he didn't think he was qualified to deal with "these types of issues."
My old therapist said that she didn't think that "she was helping me anymore". I ignored her, but she wasn't 100% there, either. We need to start listening to them when they say things like this.
So hard!
Posted by Elle2021 on February 25, 2004, at 15:29:36
In reply to Re: Elle, my love... » Elle2021, posted by Dinah on February 25, 2004, at 8:56:45
> Your pdoc is willing to manage your meds by phone? I assume he is in contact with your therapist to keep an eye on how you're doing.
He actually offered the phone visits before I had a therapist. If you think about it, it's much like what happens with a GP. Now, he and my therapist are keeping in touch. He has a list of billing costs for different types of sessions. The phone call for meds check is on that list.
Elle
Posted by Elle2021 on February 25, 2004, at 15:33:16
In reply to Re: Elle, my love... » Elle2021, posted by fallsfall on February 25, 2004, at 11:14:08
> >>he didn't think he was qualified to deal with "these types of issues."
>We need to start listening to them when they say things like this.
So hard!Isn't that the truth! I originally thought that the reason he told me that he "wasn't qualified to help with these types of problems," was because it was right after I told him I SI. I figured it was just one of those, "I don't want to treat a borderline, because the prognosis is poor, etc." Now, I honestly believe that he really just can't help me. He and I aren't a match. It hurts to think about that.
Elle
Posted by gabbix2 on February 25, 2004, at 18:19:28
In reply to Re: Elle, my love... » fallsfall, posted by Elle2021 on February 25, 2004, at 15:33:16
You little bee charmer you. Thanks for asking about me and everyone, I think you really are a budding diamond Dalai. I'm doing okay just not feeling interesting enough to post.
My life is a wee bit dull right now, and I don't do dull very well. better than depressed but hard to get used to you know?
Posted by Dinah on February 25, 2004, at 18:22:23
In reply to Re: Elle, my love... » Dinah, posted by Elle2021 on February 25, 2004, at 15:29:36
It's a long dull drive to his office and back for a ten minute appointment.
Posted by Jai Narayan on February 25, 2004, at 20:45:53
In reply to Re: you are the BEST! » Jai Narayan, posted by EmmyS on February 23, 2004, at 20:59:07
> Mom was schizoaffective.
*So was my mom. that's amazing.
My mothers first breakdown was when she was pg. with me. I was born into her illness. She spent my first year in an institution and then home catatonic. What a welcome for me.>She was in and out of hospitals for most of my life and died by suicide when I was a teen.
*Oh my gosh....I am so sorry.
That makes me so sad.What age were you?
Do I dare ask what she did???
Or when her birthday was?
> Can't give away my mystery birthday tho. I'm a bit paranoid about patients finding me here! They don't need to know what a nut case is treating them! :-)*you are so funny. Thanks for the laugh. I needed it. I think you are wonderful.
Posted by tabitha on February 25, 2004, at 21:13:57
In reply to Karen Kay, posted by gabbix2 on February 25, 2004, at 18:19:28
> You little bee charmer you.
>Hey I caught the "Fried Green Tomatoes" reference. Give me a gold star.
Posted by EmmyS on February 25, 2004, at 21:17:13
In reply to this is truly amazing, posted by Jai Narayan on February 25, 2004, at 20:45:53
>My mothers first breakdown was when she was pg.
>with me. I was born into her illness. She spent
>my first year in an institution and then home
>catatonic. What a welcome for me.Oh my...that's so sad. Who took care of you when she was hospitalized? Those early years are so important.
Why are you interested in birthdays? Is that due to an interest in astrology? I don't actually remember her birthday. I guess I've blocked it. It's in the spring, when the crocuses bloom...or maybe hyacinths. It's been so long, it's a bit fuzzy. At my age, everything is a bit fuzzy!
Do take care. Emmy
Posted by tabitha on February 25, 2004, at 21:20:28
In reply to Thank you thank you :) » tabitha, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 19:16:13
> Is there a such thing as too much red? Heavens no!
>
> And I know what you mean. Sometimes I wonder if people think my style is "funky" or just, er, as you put it mentally challenged... Actually, I DON'T CARE!!If you want to get emboldened (is that a word?) to put together some unique ensembles, may I suggest watching Sex and the City videos, right around season 2 and 3. After seeing the get-ups that Patricia Fields puts on Carrie I just start thinking 'Hey-- you can throw anything on any old way and call it fashion'. Or check out the creative clothing of Tokyo teenagers in this book "Fruits". I'm not sure it's really such a good influence on me come to think of it. :-)
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