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Posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
I'm finding that I am cutting back on my Babble involvement. I stopped reading Admin a while ago. These days I find that I'm not reading all of the posts on Psychological or Social. And I am responding less to those that I am reading.
I'm not quite sure why this is changing for me right now, but I would bet that my therapist thinks that it is a good thing. There are a number of possibilities -
1. My youngest has been giving me a really hard time about getting to school on time. Her dad and I have laid down the law. She must stay with me on school nights, and I will do whatever I have to to get her to school on time. This whole thing is really stressful. (Her principal told me that he thinks she needs counselling, so I'm trying to figure out how to talk her into that, too)
2. My oldest came back from France and was here for only 3 days. Before she came I tried to get some cleaning done (she is allergic to dust and dog hair). None of her friends were around, so when she was looking for company she called me! This was great (I really like her company) and stressful (she has much more energy than I do).
3. Med changes. I've dropped Strattera. I also stopped taking Ativan at bed time. I think that this means that I don't release tension from my muscles at night anymore - so my arms and legs and back have been very stiff and painful. I am trying to consciously relax all day. I also inadverently dropped my blood pressure and thyroid meds for some number of days (I know, my therapist wouldn't agree with the "inadvertently" part).
4. Progress (dare I say it??) in therapy has me looking more outward and forward than I have been.
I wanted to say that Babble has been critically important to me in the past (and will be so again in the future). I really do think this is a special group of people.
So, if I don't answer your post, please know that it doesn't mean that I don't like you or that I don't care. If you want me to read a particular post, either email me the URL (babble fallsfall - a hotmail account) or put my name in the subject - it will be a long time before I stop checking the boards! I also do love to get email (either URLs or just regular email)...
...Now where did I put that ice cream??
Posted by Dinah on May 13, 2004, at 11:23:45
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
It sounds as if you're doing well, Falls. That's my favorite reason to hear about why people won't be posting much. :)
Posted by tabitha on May 13, 2004, at 12:09:35
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
Take care of yourself, falls. You've given so much to us here. I'm glad to hear you're looking outward a bit more. I hope you'll still drop in from time to time.
Posted by gardenergirl on May 13, 2004, at 14:03:33
In reply to Re: Cutting back on Babble » fallsfall, posted by Dinah on May 13, 2004, at 11:23:45
Falls,
I'll miss you on Babble, but I understand. I'm kind of in the same place myself as I read most, but don't always have time to respond. I'll miss hearing from you on Babble. Drop me an email or catch me IM'ing from time to time if you have the time.Take care,
gg
Posted by B2chica on May 13, 2004, at 14:27:02
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
i don't know if we've ever talked, but i've read SO many of your posts, you've always been SO supportive and kind. You have great tips and experience to share, i'll miss your input. but i'm very glad to hear that things are getting better in your life. Please take care.
B2c.
Posted by DaisyM on May 13, 2004, at 14:55:55
In reply to Re: Cutting back on Babble, posted by B2chica on May 13, 2004, at 14:27:02
Getting a life is a good thing, even if it means less you for us. :(
I still needs your wisdom and support so expect emails. And feel free to challenge my posts if I stray from the training you've already given me!
hugs!
Daisy
Posted by Poet on May 13, 2004, at 15:13:24
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
I'll miss you, but I understand why you need to leave babble for awhile.
I hope you come back soon. I'll have a giant bowl of chocolate chocolate chip ice cream ready for you.
Poet
Posted by 64bowtie on May 13, 2004, at 16:52:56
In reply to Re: Cutting back on Babble » fallsfall, posted by Dinah on May 13, 2004, at 11:23:45
Posted by karen_kay on May 13, 2004, at 17:18:43
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
miss falls,
though i'm very sad to hear that you are cutting back, i'm certainly happy it is due to wonderful reasons! and miss falls, you have my email addy. don't EVER hesitate to use it, even just to check in. i'd look very forward to hearing from you dear.
and ((((falls))))) do take very good care of yourself.
ps. not to jinx you but WONDERFUL that you are doing well in therapy. and i'm certain your life will show the progress as well! don't stress about you daughter, it'll work out.
Posted by Fallen4MyT on May 13, 2004, at 17:19:27
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
Posted by ghost on May 13, 2004, at 23:13:48
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
thank you again for being there when i needed people most of all. i wish you nothing but happiness, success, and progress, and i'm glad to hear you're getting there.
i've found yoga does wonders for relieving muscle tension. if you just want a book on it, feel free to email me and i'll mail it to you. (i just listed it on half.com to sell, but i don't really care if i get anything for it. i just have no use for it any more.) ghost at captainscience dot net
and feel free to email if you just want to email-- i too love to get letters.
most of all, take care of yourself.
much love,
ghost
Posted by gardenergirl on May 14, 2004, at 0:01:32
In reply to Re: Cutting back on Babble » fallsfall, posted by ghost on May 13, 2004, at 23:13:48
ghost,
I have been doing yoga too. Today, I felt like I needed to go through my routine twice, because I really needed something to feel in control of my body. Yoga's really good for that. Even though I am overweight, I feel beautiful when I am doing the poses. And the breathing...really helps.Take care!
gg
Posted by ghost on May 14, 2004, at 0:11:36
In reply to yoga (off topic) » ghost, posted by gardenergirl on May 14, 2004, at 0:01:32
i agree-- i feel beautiful and graceful in the positions... even though i am far from it irl. but i'm sure that you're just as beautiful and graceful. and when we carry yoga into our daily lives, we carry that natural grace and beauty as well.
i'm glad someoen else understands!!!
*hugs*
Posted by finelinebob on May 14, 2004, at 0:32:50
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
Your Babblishousness just goes into spontaneous remission.
Most often, it ain't no thang. You know where we are.
flb
Posted by Raindancer on May 14, 2004, at 17:23:35
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
Falls,
I'm really glad you're doing so well and I wish you lots of happiness , love, luck and peace. I really want to thank you for all the times you've been there for me when I've been down. I really appreciate that and you will be in my thoughts. I'll look out for you and I hope we'll meet again by and by.
with hugs
Raindancer x
Posted by All Done on May 15, 2004, at 5:12:54
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
(((falls))),
I'll miss seeing your name around as much, but I'm really happy for you that you're making progress and feeling well.
If you need us, though, just know that we'll be here for you faster than you can say mint chocolate chip with hot fudge, marshmallow (instead of whipped cream) and nuts (and we'll have plenty of hugs to top it off).
Take care,
All Done
Posted by noa on May 15, 2004, at 8:30:28
In reply to Cutting back on Babble, posted by fallsfall on May 13, 2004, at 11:14:05
Take care, FF! Sounds like you have a very full life right now. Hope your muscle aches get better.
Posted by fallsfall on May 15, 2004, at 9:05:47
In reply to Re: Cutting back on Babble » fallsfall, posted by noa on May 15, 2004, at 8:30:28
Thanks for all your good wishes.
I will be reading some, and posting when I feel like I have something to add. And I'm sure I'll have a new crisis soon, and you'll see my name all over the place!
Best wishes for all of you.
P.S. Alldone - How sweet of you to remember all of my favorite things!
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