Hi Mom of 3, I am sorry to hear about your Aunt. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope this finds you and your son doing okay. I think wildcat may have the right idea - mousetrap and candyland sound GREAT! Nothing wrong with a bit'o time by your self. Just make sure you don't forget us.
Hope things go well and I always look forward to reading your posts!!!
maybe you you just need more coonooning time. You said you need to be with family, especially with the greiving processes you have going on (yes your aunt and your marriage). The weight will be harder to take off next week but maybe this week you need a few rounds of "Mousetrap" and "Candyland" with a big glass of warm water and a squeeze of lemon.
We are sorry to hear about your aunt. Take some grieving time and then re-focus. You don't have to make it to the gym everyday and you can do other exercises that help you relax, such as walking or stretching. It is ok to stay away if needed, just know we are always here to listen.
I've been away for a bit because my aunt passed away this week after an illness and I had to do alot of traveling because of it. It has made me more aware of how much family means, even if they are dysfunctional. I love them regardless.We've all said we will get together more often but I wonder if we really will. Life has a way of getting in the way of such things.
Today is my husband's birthday and he went snowboarding with friends from work, didn't take our son and I am pissed. Things are still weird and I am really losing hope of working it out. He's setting himself up for more regrets than he knows.
Anyway, I am handling things much better, between the medication and counseling, I am able to hold my own. Anxiety is my battle right now but it is not so overwhelming as it was before. My concentration is off and I am having trouble reading or staying with something for long. This affects my work because you have to stay with a surgery until completed but I find myself becoming restless halfway through. It is like a torture to stay with it sometimes. Then there's the weight gain and due to recent events I'm not getting to the gym like I want to. I really am hoping to get back on track very soon.
I guess I just feel stuck right now. I feel like I write the same things over and over. And there's only so much people can comment about that, so I haven't written in awhile. Sometimes I read other's posts but find I can't formulate a coherent thought so I don't post alot. I am hoping this changes soon.
I hope everyone is doing well and I wish you a good day.
I am really impressed by how strong you are. You are really an inspiration for me. Thanks for sharing with us!
I am really happy for you that you have found a medication that works for you. Sorry to hear you gained weight though. I totally get the weight thing. Since Christmas I have gained 15 pounds! I have to start walking and going to yoga again! I am sure you can do this though!
As for the hubby, I am sorry he is driving you crazy. You are right though, he is the only one who can work his issues out for him! I agree with Goofy, you seem so clear headed about your relationship with him. I really admire that.
As for hoping for a miracle, I totally get it and it makes sense to me. You are in my thoughts.
I think I will have to meet you and Goofy on the treadmill!
Glad to see that you are feeling better on the Abilify and that emotionally you have accepted the reality of your relationship with your husband. It sounds like your acceptance of the situation and willingness to move forward and make the best for yourself and your son are helping you to have a more positive outlook.
Working out is a fantastic stress reliever but ensure you are not pressuring yourself to do more than you can handle at the moment. It should be pleasant, not torturous. Can you start with a smaller goal such as a 20 minute walk twice a week? That way you won't get frustrated and lose motivation.
Mom of 3, if you had to get on the scales to know you've gained weight - well, hey, it can't be that much. A wake up to get back to the gym and the gym is something that helps you twofold. I'm glad you found out before it was more than a few pounds. I have blinders on when I look in the mirror and can't seem to see it.
I think you are at a healthier place with your emotions regarding your husband and over all in your relationship with your husband even though it may not be the relationship you choose. I knew that strength would carry you through and will continue to do so.
Hope this finds your son well also. I'll see ya on the treadmill and yes, I'll be the one with the tongue hanging out.
Just went to the doctor and have gained some weight back due to the Abilify and not getting to the gym as much. My meltdown has cost me that. I want to get back into the routine ASAP!!! I will be working on this because I want to keep the Abilify as it works wonders for me.
Hubby is still making me crazy and I'm to the place where I'm sure it's some type of mid-life crisis but find myself lacking patience at this juncture. He will have to work this out for himself.
I am prepared for divorce but still hope for a miracle if that makes sense. I love him but he's also killing it too.
with a big glass of warm water and a squeeze of lemon.
and yes, I'll be the one with the tongue hanging out.
