One Step at a Time - July 20016

[Lizann]

Pauly I am very sensitive to drugs and am afraid to take them. I had them start me on 5mgs of lexapro and I would halve that. After a week or two I increased to five, than he gave me 10 mg. I did fine starting slowly. With the Zoloft I started on a higher dose immediately and had a lot of trouble with side effects. Just go slow. The doctor thought I was nuts but slow worked for me.

[Lizann]

Glad you got that looked into Nora. Hoping there's an easy resolution,

[NoraC]

Excellent point, Pauly - did Lexapro make my drinking increase? I started the AD after Scott had the brain hemorrhage because of my anxiety & depression. It did not increase my anxiety but if you do start any AD, I would start super low. Lower than the recommended dosage. Minimize the side effects like Liz did.
You really made me start thinking about cleaning up my own act. There are lots of things I could be doing to improve my health. Pretty embarrassing.

Of course, Lucy is welcome in the fort. I've got dog beds in here next to our pillows.

[NoraC]

SK - isn't gaba what made you feel awful? The Dr was telling me there were things we could try once we these tests back. And I'm almost positive she said gaba.......

[mama bear]

I am glad you are back on your meds Nora......
CONGRATS On YOUR ONE YEAR.....I wish I could throw a parade or something, but we can have a party in our blankie fort!!!
You have made tremendous progress, and with the worry of your mother, Scott, Casey, depression, anxiety........YOU DID IT!!!!!!
More happy hugs for SK and house hunting!
Pauly - I am trying to cut iced tea out of my diet (I drink vats of it daily) I bought some Spark supplements from a friend of mine who has built a dynasty selling Advocare products. I drink one in the morning and one in the afternoon. It's all vitamins and I will let you see how I feel in a week or so...I know it's working coz it makes my pee pee yellow!
Lizz - hugs my friend. You are doing the best you can for your sissy.
Off to work....I may have to fire someone soon.....sigh....
Hugs to all....Hi Rusty and Techie!

[NoraC]

Morning, morning.
Quite a day already here at work. (Glad I'm on the AD :rotlf: )

nthego: have a great day everyone

Glassie - hope you're feeling better

[paulywogg]

Hey all, Nora,congrats again on your year! I'm so super proud of you, Liz,if I decide to take that ad that's how I'd start it too,I'm just too sensitive to meds, Bobbi is in town again for another catering job,we were all surprised by it,guess it was a spur of the moment party or something Kell just stopped by and wanted to go gambling I told them to go on without me,the way I've felt lately I don't want to be around anything that reminds me of my old life,I mean it's one thing if we're in the grocery store and happen to stop and throw a few bucks in but to actually go for gambling specifically gives me anxiety, I did give LB(little Bobbi) 5 bux to gamble for me though hope we win,frozen lasagna and garlic bread for dinner, we always used to post our dinners what happened? Haha,Glassy,hope you're doing better,SK you too,Mama hope your days been good,Rusty hope you're having safe travels, I miss Dots and Fen,wish they'd check in sometimes alrighty off to find something on tv

[NoraC]

How long is Bobbi going to be in town? I hope you all have fun.
I miss Fen & Dots too.

Hope everyone is doing ok. Thanks for all the congratulations. I love you all so much. :hug:

[NoraC]

Liz - how are things today?

[Glass Half Empty]

Nora –you are such a star. I hope you’re celebrating your soberversary by making someone else cook and having the biggest, unhealthiest cake you can possibly find.
:balloons:

Thankyou all for thinking and caring about me. The last few days have been pretty shaky, but I’m a bit better today. Luckily I happened to have a visit to my new psychologist scheduled for yesterday (this was my second visit to her) and she was concerned, so I went to the GP today and guess what? I’m now on Lexapro. (Apparently all the cool kids are, these days).

[Lizann]

Aww glassy, you're too funny! I actually suggested to sissy that she go on lexapro too. We shall see.

Nora did I miss your anniversary? Is it really a year? Wow, congratulations!

Last night we had CJ company picnic. It's always a good time. Most people bring there kids to the picnic, CJ brings her parents. So Pauly, last night I had cheeseburger, corn on the cob and a ton of different salads. They had a cupcake bar. I won't be getting on the scale today.
Have a great Thursday!

[paulywogg]

The lexapro club haha! Liz sounds yummy, LB didn't win anything yesterday, neither did Kell good thing I didn't go,Glassy, glad you seen your doctor hope that stuff works for your panic,those things are scary, for some reason grocery stores can bring mine on,not all but some,I dunno if it's the lights, crowds,indecision of what I want in there or what,I usually wear sunglasses while shopping for some reason it zones me out,not sure how long Bobbi is gonna be in town this time,too bloody hot to do anything fun! Kell has to take Lou to the park at 8 pm as it's a little cooler then,oh well it a the desert that's what we get,hello to all,hope we all have a great day

[mama bear]

Good morning loves. Glassy - I am glad you saw your doctor. I am paxil, so we can be the AD Kids!!
Pauly - I think it's smart you didn't go to the casino and that sows how much you have grown!
I had a horrific headache yesterday and I think it's because I need to break down and go get real glasses. That's after my wee cancer removal on my nose (next Monday), and after I get the crown that popped out put back on. Geesh!
Lizz - a cupcake bar? I would be in heaven. I hope your sissy listens to you and talks to her doc.
Dots was on FB and yesterday would have been her 20th anniversary, so she was understandably sad.
I miss her and Fenny and K9.
love to all....gotta scoot

[NoraC]

Morning......I'm late so will be back later.

I loved my Nick kissing Nora pic, Glassie. Made my heart happy.

I never was a cool kid so how nice that I am now. :congratulatory: I am feeling much better now that I'm back on the med.

[SKendall]

Hi Nora, So happy you're back on the AD's. I think many of us try to go off when we get sobriety, and yes, we are sober but our serotonin is still low. I was on Lexapro and still am, but doc thought I Had some PTSD post accident because I kept remembering the spinning on the ice out of control and then the impact. So they added welbutrim and I felt better, but wondering if I should discontinue that s l o w l y.

Glassie, feeling any better?

I am bursting with news.I sold my house after 8 yrs. on the market!. See YOUTUBE 173 Pleasant Meadows Lane, Beaver, WA.

The husband wants to go back to Michigan where he will be close to dr. son who is head honcho of the hospital. He is paying people to maintain it after his amputation, b/c he still needs further surgery. The buyer wants all furnishings, appliances, rider mower and boat, even the plants!

They are offering full price (reduced), a speedy closing, etc. Moving the furnishings, boat, mower, would have been an expensive nightmare, so this could not have been more perfect! I should check my horoscope. I may stay here and buy a small, cottage and another for rental purposes. Have I thought about celebrating with a drink? Hell, no. A parfait or ice cream would be very welcome though. Gotta go and look for homes and a car - never replaced the one from accident, walking on air!