Friday, December 29, 2017

Update

Today was a rough day. I broke down in the car crying on the way home from gym three or four times. Thoughts and images of suicide haunting me.

 I had enough perspective that I was able to text the hubster once I got home. As we spoke on the phone I broke down sobbing and nearly hyperventilating. As I tried to speak to my husband my son pushed my legs and directed me to the bedroom urging me to get into bed and blowing me kisses saying "all better." 

 It was gut wrenching seeing my toddler trying to take care of me and seeing how he knew that when I have mental health issues to put in bed because he seen his father cart me off and tuck me in so many times before. 

 After shower I was able to calm down and focused on feeding us lunch. After that I spent a lot of time on the couch trying to recover some strength and dozing while BB played on his own. 

Im not out of the woods yet and I'm in a better place than this morning. Got a call into the psychiatrist about ECT and jumping through some hoops to get back in for treatment. Hopefully next week.

Going on two weeks now. We knew it was a relapse-not an acite episode-even though we really hoped it wouldn't be full-on.

Here we are again. One step at a time. Fighting for hope and faith. Doing what I can.

The holidays were tough and triggering. Probably had a lot to do with my failing mood. Even so, not all bad. Good memories.

Love and hugs.

Thursday, December 21, 2017

Cute Coffee Date

BB was very thrilled with his warm cocoa topped with whipped cream and sprinkles!


On a sadder note I relapsed pretty hard earlier this week... hurt myself and have some painful scabs now. Narrowly avoided the ER or otherwise because the hubster stepped up and took charge and kept me safe.

In contact with the ECT docs and taking things easy with a heavy dose of caution. Have had great support from my gym buddy and have kept up with my workouts despite the big bumps.

Side note: that trail derailment in WA state? Right in my daily route to the gym. One hour before we are usually passing under that bridge. 

Messed up our whole week although thankfully not as deadly as first expected and rather hand duly cleaned up. I was very impressed wth first responders, local support and blood donations, as well as the clean up crew.

Love and thoughts for the holidays-wishing all wellness and wonderful times <3 

PS thanks for the cards!!! Love em!

Monday, December 11, 2017

Donated!

Hair... that is. ;o) Just in time for weather below feeezing!


Been some rough days-well, patches mixed in with okay-ness. Confusing and concerning. Day by day. 

School has been fun so far although stressful. Lots of adjustments to be made!