Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 Heidi, thanks, yes I've been MIA for about a month. Mainly due to depression, which i'm finally pulling out of and so I'm back online. My typical reaction to depression is to stick my nose in a book and not come out till I need to sleep. Been doing that for basically the last month (and it was with more than one book since me and my mother have a huge collection of books - were plenty to keep me busy). I missed you all, but I just couldn't get myself to turn on the computer. I wanted to, but I just couldn't get myself to do it. I was depressed because it finally hit me that I wasn't going to be able to go back to work. Every other time I've been on disability, it was with the knowledge that once I was better, I'd be going back to work. This time, I'm not going to be able to do that and it just kinda slid me down into depression. Thanks for checking in on me though! Kimber -- Kimber Vallejo, CA hominid2@... Note: All advice given is personal opinion, not equal to that of a licensed physician or health care professional. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 Dear Kimber, While I suspected that your absence may have been caused by depression, I just wasn't sure because I was going through much of the same last month myself and seemed to forget many post, or never read them. It's strange how we turn away from those activities we care about the most when that beast takes over. For some, it is easier to hide behind a book and the solitude of our bed, than it is to face up to the source of our problems. I am so glad that you were finally able to talk it out, and work it out with your psychiatric counselor. We really missed you! Your contributions to the group have been constant and frequent, both spiritually and educationally, so I was alarmed when your name stopped appearing every day. You spoke of your work so often that I felt it would be very difficult for you once you had to face the hard truth and the reality that you wouldn't be a part of the work force anymore. I am so sorry, but feel that with time, you will dedicate yourself to many other rewarding projects that will take the place of the job you had. Your lack of a driver's license restricts your mobile independence, though, so I hope you can get involved with some outside activities that will fullfill your needs for social interaction. You're too young and have too much to share with others to become a hermit! I'm so glad to see you back with us. With hope and prayers, Heidi Heidi H. Griffeth South Carolina Southeastern Representative PAI, Intl. Note: All comments or advice are personal opinion, and should never be substituted for professional medical consultation. P.S. Thanks for your offer of advice on diabetes. I am seeing improvement every day. My DNE finally switched me to fast acting Humalog for meals after our appointment yesterday, and this has already made a distinct improvement in my daytime BG's. I take Lantus at night for a baseline insulin, and now with a lower dose, have had my first night without a hypo in three weeks. My endo does want me to switch to an insulin pump, we have already discussed this, but I wanted to get more familiar with the insulin injections and matching carb to insulin ratios before I start using a pump. I also wanted to get this pseudocyst surgery out of the way first! I never did well in track (smile)....it's easier for me to jump over one hurdle at a time. Kimber wrote: >>>I've been MIA for about a month. Mainly due to depression, which i'm finally pulling out of and so I'm back online. My typical reaction to depression is to stick my nose in a book and not come out till I need to sleep. Thanks for checking in on me though! Kimber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 In a message dated 4/13/03 7:24:03 PM Eastern Daylight Time, hominid2@... writes: > I hope you are having help with your depression too. If you > ever need to talk, let me know! > Kimber > Again, Glad to hear you are back and getting better. While you are north of Oakland, maybe a trip to Lake Merritt and the park, gardens that are there in downtown Oakland. As I remember, the fusias (sp) are in bloom at this time of year and if those fine folks have kept the tradition up, it is a most peaceful and beautiful few hours that is totally free and readily available. Remember to take a little bread to feed the ducks. You might easily be able to BART it for most of the trip. Best Wishes, Poncho - GA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 Heidi, I manage to get out at least once a week. We have pretty decent public transportation here, so I can get around pretty well when I want to. So I'm not turning into a hermit. Once I get my disability, I'll probably look around for something to do as a volunteer, but right now I don't want to jepardize my disability case. So I'm not doing anything that look remotely like work. I know I missed you guys, but my psychologist really has been a great help and I'm very glad I've got him. I see him about every three weeks right now. I hope you are having help with your depression too. If you ever need to talk, let me know! Kimber -- Kimber Vallejo, CA hominid2@... Note: All advice given is personal opinion, not equal to that of a licensed physician or health care professional. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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