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I know I haven't been around lately. As some of you know (at least I think some of you know), I've been struggling with a bit of depression lately. I think I've figured out what is causing it and after doing a bit of research on it, I'm pretty sure I've got SAD. That would be Seasonal Affective Disorder. I match all the symptoms and I, apparently, had it last year too. I didn't realize it but DH noticed it.
 
Anyhoo, I'm finding it extremely difficult to get up enough gumption to get out of bed, let alone hang out online or write. I sleep a LOT and then mostly I just read. I finished five and a half books in the last week. I have barely left the house - not even to go shopping or walk to the mailbox. I just want Spring to come and this snow and shit to be done. I'm taking my leftover Paxil to help the depression part of it. It helps me not cry when I look out the window and it's snowing again...  :-)
 
I just wanted to let those who might be concerned know that I haven't left for good, nor am I angry at anyone, nor am I dead. I will eventually get back and be normal again. I just need some sunshine and some SPRING! See you all - soon, I hope!  ~^^


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  • MissMimi said on Mar 05, 2007....

    Awww, purr, I'm sorry it's so hard for you right now. Depression is always an issue for me in the late fall and winter. I hate the darkness. Did you know there is special lighting available that mimics sunlight?  It can lessen the effects of SAD.  Here is some information on it.

    Feel better soon.  {{{hug}}}

  • silverwhisper said on Mar 05, 2007....
    purr, perhaps you should check the forecast in your area--that might give you something to look forward to? a nice, sunny day may help.

    and please note what mimi said re: lights, i've heard they're helpful, too.

    ed
  • wombat said on Mar 05, 2007....
    purrrkitten:  Hope you feel better soon.  I have heard of SAD and hope MissMimi's suggestion helps.  Spring will come!  Sending a bushel full of sunshine from my heart.
  • gingersoul said on Mar 06, 2007....

    Purr.....hello...i was asking about you recently.......i am really glad you are back....dont worry Spring is close......well, here is alreadu swinging......come to visit me..:-)

    Watch alot of sunny pix....also Mimi's link is exactly what i was going to suggest ......its said to be great...{hug}

  • mom said on Mar 09, 2007....
    I understand Purr, it can be so crippling at times.  I hate depression and sometimes it is easier to deal with than others.
    *hugs*
  • kruuyai said on Mar 13, 2007....
    Staying in bed and reading 5 books in a week sounds so delicious to me right now.  At least you're doing something constructive with your time, but for your sake, I hope you get spring soon.
  • rmuxagirl said on Mar 14, 2007....
    PURR I know exactly how you feel.  I have it too I hate how everything looks so dead and brown.  I sleep as late as I could before I have to make myself get up and go to work.

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