Stress in our lives - a time to share

[sasvermont]

and we (the unhappy/sad) could go to live. A place where one could trust, believe, and enjoy life while we are here on earth. Life seems to take some nasty turns from time to time.

Yes, I have started going to church, which I thought was not part of me for the longest time.....and therapy....and medication...... I think by sharing this information (somewhat) I have opened another bridge to getting on with life.....some of your suggestions have been excellent and your own stories make me see that I am not the only person here at risk, if you will.

Thank you all for your kindness and understanding. I know that there are other folks here struggling with life and its challenges and it isn't easy, that's for sure.

I will be looking in to parent care soon, and promise to let you know what I come up with. I am having a hard time admitting that I cannot do it all and survive.

Thanks again,
L,
Sas and her campers

[Catty1]

Hi, Sas...taking off the superwoman cape will be a relief. NO ONE can do all that you do!

HUGS!

[Daisy and Delilah]

{{{{{HUGS}}}}} to everyone.

[dukedogsmom]

I'm so sorry there are so many with problems. They can be overwhelming.

Angie: I really identify with you. My first marriage was like that. He was verbally abusive and very controlling. He worked nights. I would be in bed when he got home. Duke was just six months old. I'd lie in bed with the covers over my head, listening to Duke's cries of pain. That haunts me to this day. If iit hadn't been for my dad, I wouldn't have been able to leave. I onlu had a part time job and was in Texas. Will your family or friends help you? Please, if there's any way, get away from him now. You deserve so much better and so does Buddy and Sierra. I hope you can find the courage and strength. I hate that you're living like that

Duke's death was what did it for me. It was the last straw. I barely made it through that time. Now, tears are always just below the surface, even after 10 months. They're here now. I'll never get over it.
1. Met wonderful, sweet man Brian (from Oregon) beginning of Feb 06
2. Dad died 2/23/06
3. 7/06 Spent happy week in Oregon. Finally found my soulmate.
4. Brian ill in 10/06 Had heart attack and strokes. I visited him. After I get home, he cuts off contact with everyone.
5. My greatest loss: Duke 11/12/06
6. 3 weeks later, BW, black and white stray we had been feeding for a year. I had finally trapped him in the garage. Was going to make him my kitty as Doogie has taken to mom. He had feline aids and, long story, had to be put down. He was so sweet. Purred like crazy.
7. Jump to this year. 6/12/07, Brian died. So, I lost both of my loves on the 12th of the month.
I used to be such a happy, carefree person. I have a feeling, I'll never be like that again.

[joycenalex]

angie, please PM me, we can and will find safe places for you buddy and sierra. you know some of my story, you helped me so much by listening to me before, honey we can get you out. and you can thrive again. ((hugs)) joyce in columbus

[joycenalex]

sas, k9soul, (((HUGS))). i wish i could do more, you are both in my prayers

[Catty1]

Many and huge {{{{{{HUGS}}}}}} all around....

[caseysmom]

Hugs to everyone. Val I am so sorry about Brian, I didn't realize he passed away.