One Step at a Time - February 2013

[FlyAway]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Frequent Traveler;1464020 wrote: Ok that took a lot of inner strength.
Went to get some groceries and was repeatedly drawn to the wine rack but somewhere found the strength deep from within inside to walk away, and leave store with what I had in hand even if I was not finished shopping. (Ok I did pay for what I had - LOL)
So here I am back home cooking some dinner and ecstatic of my choice...
FT

FT that is fabulous! I am proud of you! :goodjob:

[Juja]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Sunny, Sanibel Island, the ultimate seashell destination in the US. All my life I've dreamed of collecting seashells from around the world. I'm fascintated by them, for some unknown reason.

Mama, I'd have Clay try baby oil or mineral oil; should loosen things up.

And, yes, I've been hospitalized for depression--not once, but twice. I was suicidal both times, and AL wasn't a concern. My anxiety was so bad they thought I was an alcoholic. Dh went through drawers, closets, etc., looking, but didn't find any AL. I hardly drank at the time. Terrible, terrible times.

The first time I was angry at having to be hospitalized, the second time I realized I had no choice. Suicidal both times. Lexapro has been my savior re depression and anxiety, but also makes me crave AL, and to continue drinking once I've started. Can you believe it? What a joke. I never had a problem with AL before AD's.

I need to have a serious talk with my psych, who didn't get it the last time I brought it up. Four drinks a night?! You'll go through WD if you stop! Uh, I don't think so.....

Oh, I know, just don't drink. How stupid of me.:H

I'm between a rock and hard place....

Just don't drink.

Fuck.

Oops, wrong thread.

Dying parents. "Why are you so stressed?"

Fuck. Wrong thread again.

I'm venting. Thanks for listening.

[NoraC]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Had a wonderful, wonderful day!! Fennel looks wonderful. We talked & talked. Had a wonderful vegan lunch. Walked around. It was just great.

FT - great job for you. I had a dream last night that I decided to drink. Had a drink and decided to go to the store to get more. Then remembered that I had taken my antabuse the day before so I was debating drinking more since I didn't have a reaction yet. Very weird dream.

Juja - you would have enjoyed the pictures that Fennel showed me. They were in Spain and she was collecting seashells. I'm really sorry about your depression. I'm glad that the Lexapro helps. I do wonder about the anti-depressants for me too. I have definitely heard that they can cause alcohol problems. Oh yeah - just don't drink. :H

Sun - sounds like a wonderful trip. Enjoy!!!

I hope that everyone had a wonderful day/night. I feel relaxed for the first time in I don't now when. It's a great feeling. :h

[NoraC]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Juja - what happens when you try to get into chat? We need to fix your problem.

[mama bear]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Morning
Juja - I have heard that about Lexapro. I am an Paxil, for what it's worth. Depression is a horrible disease. Sometimes people mention how depressed they are and I wonder if thry hsve any clkus what REAL depression is and how bad it can get. Just know I am here if you ever want to talk and I understand.
I am songlad you saw Fen. How is she and why was she in California??? She travels ALOT!
FT....that took an amazing amount of strenght, girlie, and I am proud of you.
Sun- Sanibel is just a little south of me and is a lovely, magical place.
morning everyone else
off to find the coffee pot

[Juja]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

NoraC;1464079 wrote: Juja - what happens when you try to get into chat? We need to fix your problem.

This is what I get:

"Internet Explorer blocked this website form installing ActiveX control."

I try to install it anyway, and then this:

"Windows has blocked this software because it can't verify the publishers."

Any suggestions?

[mama bear]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Nora will be up in a few hours and can help.
How are you this morning sweetie??

[Juja]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

mama bear;1464345 wrote: Morning
Juja - I have heard that about Lexapro. I am an Paxil, for what it's worth. Depression is a horrible disease. Sometimes people mention how depressed they are and I wonder if thry hsve any clkus what REAL depression is and how bad it can get. Just know I am here if you ever want to talk and I understand.

Thanks, Mama. I know you and Nora are there for me.

Yes, Lexapro has warnings about alcoholism especially if it runs in one's family. I've seen where many others have had the AL problem with it, too.

I can't take Paxil, Prozac, Effexor, Wellbutrin, etc., because I get too wired.

I had a therapist who said I had GAD rather than depression, that my GAD led to my depressions. I've considered weaning myself off of Lexapro, and just taking Klonipin, but with all that's going on with my parents, I don't think now's the time to experiment.

Just don't drink.

[Frequent Traveler]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Good morning all,

Wake up feeling so glad that i did not allow temtation to rule last night, thank you all for your comments and support.

Going to have some coffee and do laundry this am, yes amazing a guy that does laundry LOL.

Hope everyone has a great day.

FT

[Juja]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

mama bear;1464357 wrote: Nora will be up in a few hours and can help.
How are you this morning sweetie??

I'm doing fine. Thanks. :l

[Juja]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Frequent Traveler;1464360 wrote:
Going to have some coffee and do laundry this am, yes amazing a guy that does laundry LOL.

FT

Yes, but do you iron?

[Frequent Traveler]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Iron ? What's that? LMAO.

FT

[mama bear]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

I had no idea you were a "guy", FT!
yay, we have brother now.....
I can imagine being in the airline industry would lead to drink.....ugh...
Juja..yep, I think you should stick the the Lexapro for now
btw...I know a few people taking seroquil.....they love it, but it's very sedating...
a little more coffee, then out the door into the freezin weather

[NoraC]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Juja;1464355 wrote: This is what I get:

"Internet Explorer blocked this website form installing ActiveX control."

I try to install it anyway, and then this:

"Windows has blocked this software because it can't verify the publishers."

Any suggestions?

Go to Tools. Select Internet Options. Select on the Security tab. Look at the 'Security Levels for this Zone'. What is it set for? I think that is where the problem is coming from. We need to find a way around it.
I'm sure if I can't help that Techie can. We'll get you set up.

[NoraC]

One Step at a Time - February 2013

Juja;1464355 wrote: This is what I get:

"Internet Explorer blocked this website form installing ActiveX control."

I try to install it anyway, and then this:

"Windows has blocked this software because it can't verify the publishers."

Any suggestions?

Go to Tools. Select Internet Options. Select on the Security tab. Look at the 'Security Levels for this Zone'. What is it set for? I think that is where the problem is coming from. We need to find a way around it.

Go to Tools. Select Internet Options. Select on the Security tab.
Click on Custom Settings.
Scroll down.
Fine Active X controls and plug ins.
Does that show enable?

I'm sure if I can't help that Techie can. We'll get you set up.