kimlovescats

[aly]

I just wanted to say one thing. My dad taught me that attitude is everything. Until you get a positive attitude, nothing will ever get better. But once you do, things just seem to work out much better. My dad is one of the most cheerful, happiest people I've ever met. His brother is extremely negative and cynical - he seems to get sick more and go through tons more "drama" than my dad. I really think its all about their attitudes.

I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when I was 21 years old, so I'm not just giving advice with no experience. I have a risky life ahead of me, but all I can do is take it day by day and manage my disease the best way I can to lower my risks. Depression does come with the disease, especially with high BG readings. Its not an easy disease. You never feel normal, it tends to control your every waking moment, and it makes you feel sick a lot. But you can overcome a lot with the power of positive thinking and embracing others instead of shutting them out.

[luvofallhorses]

Kim,

Please get better soon! We love you! ((((((hugs)))))))

Love,

Krista, Miagi, Tiger, Rocky, Jenny, Buster, and Ginger

[krazyaboutkatz]

Kim, I know you're going through a tough time right now. Please take care and get well. I'm going to miss you on PT but your health is more important. You know my e-mail address so please contact me if you need me. (((HUGS)))

[kittycats_delight]

Kim, Please feel better soon. I to am diabetic but I have managed my diabetes and I deal with my husbands depression on a daily basis I can't really imagine what you are going through combining the 2. Just know we are all here for you and we love you a "Litterbox" full. We will miss you and hope you get yourself feeling well soon. Lots and lots of hugs...good thoughts and get well vibes being sent from Canada. And Vixen and Lilith send headbumpies and purrs as well as kisses.

Get Well Soon Kim
Michelle, Lilith and Vixen.

[momcat]

Oh Kim, I'm so very sorry to hear that things aren't going well for you. I'm diabetic (insulin dependent) and currently being treated for depression so I have a fairly good idea of where you're at right now. Later today I'm going to try once again to revise my profile to send and receive pm. I'll let you know when it goes through. If my own experience can be of ANY help to you, please please please let me know. Since I've been, and pretty much still am where you are, I'll stay with you and you can count on my support 1,000,000%! Prayers are being prayed for you!!!

[Palomino21]

Kim,

Hi there. I am really sorry that you are suffering. Depression, anxiety are bad enough and to combine it with diabetes, that has to be even more hard to deal with. I am certainly keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. In your private messages I am posting some helpful websites and ideas, as my mom and I both suffer from anxiety and depression. Just remember you are not alone and all of us here at pet talk are here to support you. Get well soon.


DeAnne



Here's a picture of Star, letting you know, take life as a cat does, relax and take it easy.

[shais_mom]

take care of yourself and we will be here when you come back...

[Kfamr]

I hope whatever's causing this grief can heal soon. I don't like seeing people suffer.

Some of the things that were said were very upsetting - especially the constant bashings against the "Dog Pack", not only did they occur in this recent issue, but have in the past as well, not only specifically from Kim.


Please take care.



Aly, that was a an excellent post. Very caring and full of good advice.

[K9soul]

I hope and pray with all my heart that Kim will find peace. I know in dealing with both illness and depression, peace and contentment are what one craves and longs for the most.

[Cataholic]

Kim,
Things are tough right now, and that is probably an understatment. I know very little about diabetes, and some about depression. Either one of them, I am sure, is enough to send one over the edge.

I can't think of many people that haven't gone 'over the edge' about one thing or another. I wouldn't worry two wits about that, and concentrate instead on taking care of YOU. I have learned that most of us are a pretty forgiving and caring bunch (of nuts, lol).

Lick your wounds, take your ears out of the airplane position, stop tortilini'ing it (as a little exercise helps us all), eat some fancy feast, flush the litterbox (to get the stink off of you), hold your tail high, and come back a'grinning like the Cheshire Cat!

We will be waiting for you, on the porch, sitting in the sun, and will do a pile up on you like Gary's cats!

Love,
Johanna

[Buddy Blaze Lover]

I hope everything turns out ok Kim!

[BitsyNaceyDog]

Kim, I got really upset and hurt by the things you said, but it's over now and I have moved on. I hope you feel better soon, depression is a hard thing to deal with.

[primabella]

Kim, I had no idea you were going through such a hard time. I'll be keeping you in my prayers; stay strong.

[momcat]

Hi Kim!
My pm is up and running now. Please feel free to contact me any time for whatever support I can give to you. Count on my support 1,000,000%! I'm here for you!!!!!

[popcornbird]

Oh Kim, I'm so sorry to hear you are going through such hard times. You are such a wonderful person, a great friend, and a PT member that I truly love and cherish. I wish the best for you, and hope that with time, everything will turn out okay, and that you'll be able to return to your friends, here on PT. I know how it feels to be sad and hurt, and I know that sometimes, when we're upset, we say things without thinking, in a way that we don't mean. Just know that I'll be praying for you, and when you're ready, please return to PT, and we'll welcome you with open arms. Take care, and may the kitties and beautiful Jenna help bring a smile on your face! Stay strong!

Love,
Popcornbird