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Am Not Coping

Am Not Coping

I am really not coping at the moment but this is entirely on ME!

This is a message for a few people on here @utopia @Former-Member @Faith-and-Hope @Former-Member

that I asked could be passed on but it seems that only part of it has been and I understand from the responses that have made it through my emails that I have caused untold distress for some people. I was not going to return because of what I felt I put people through but I especially wanted @utopia and @Former-Member to know that they were not wrong at the time and I was going through a real crisis period. You both held me together for longer than I could myself until the point where my own self-destructive thoughts overwhelmed me.

The entire message that I sent to SANE is below:

I have just viewed the multitude of emails and messages sent from forum members and members of the SANE team – as well as the text and voice message left on my phone.

I have not been able to communicate with anyone since the other night as I have been recovering from what ended up being an unsuccessful attempt to end the pain.

At the time I was in a very distressed state and I did want to stop the pain and all I seemed to achieve is to cause others pain and worry and that is the last thing I wanted to do – I just wanted to end mine and say goodbye to everyone beforehand so my future absence was explained. I should have realised that the message I posted would have concerned some people but I really was not in any state to think about the repercussions for others.

I am so sorry I caused so much distress to others – that is something I will have to hopefully try and live with.

I don’t believe after the concern and anxiety I caused to so many that I will ever be able to return to the forum.

Can someone from the SANE team please explain all this to all those involved and pass on my gratitude for their compassion, concerns and kind words throughout the time I have been part of the ‘forum family’.

Thank you and sorry again for the difficult position I put everyone in.

Zoe7

I do not want any responses from any of you. I just wanted to let you know exactly what has happened and let you know how truly sorry I am for hurting people I have come to think of as friends and family, and who I really care about.

Your support, advice and compassion are what make you all the wonderful people you are.

@utopia and @Former-Member I am so sorry that the trust you placed in me has now been broken because of my actions. I also felt that we had a stronger connection, especially over the last week, and you both helped me in ways I cannot even describe or explain. I was not pulling away from you two - just wanted to pull away from myself. I couldn't cope with my own feelings and no-one or nothing was actually going to be able to stop me at the time. It's now just another failure to add to my list of failures. I really don't know what else to say to you both but to reiterate my heartfelt 'sorry'.

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Hugs back @Zoe7 🦋💙

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Leaky smile @Zoe7 .... 🦋💕💦

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Hi @Faith-and-Hope

Milo seems much better and he is on medication for the next three months. He will be reviewed this week with the surgeon.

@Zoe7Hope your mouth is not too painful and the pool session eases your pain for you sweetheart...

and hello to everyone passing by and I hope you have a great afternoon and evening.

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Hi @Zoe7

I'm glad the painkillers are doing enough of a job - dental pain can be among the worst pains we can have

Hydrotherapy sounds as good idea - relaxing in the water if the therapist doesn't push too hard is a good idea - I like the thought myself - the water in a hydrotherapy pool is warmer than in a regular swimming pool

All the best today

Dec

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Hi again @Faith-and-Hope @Former-Member and @Owlunar @oceangirl

Hydotherapy was good today - I managed to get through the whole program twice which shows my back is improving. It is easier to stand now but sitting for extended periods is still an issue. Loved being back in the water though - it is a beautiful temperature and so relaxing. There were no kids there today and only a few other people so that made it even easier

My mouth is really sore so I need more painkillers but I expected that.

It is extremely windy here today too Dec and I don;'t handle the wind well - as most of you here know - just trying to relax with Toby and get through it the best I can - on the positive side it is great washing drying weather if it stays on the line lol

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I'm feeling so tired. I got woken up this morning by my specialist receptionist and to say that he wanted to bring my appointment forward and he fitted me in this morning. I saw him and I have forms for blood test and another appointment to see him. I also book car in because I had a urgent safety recall and that has now been booked in to be done. This evening I have puppy kindy with Milo.

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@Zoe7glad the hydrotherapy went ok today. Yes much quieter when kids are at school!

Hoping the pain killers are helping your tooth. A mushy diet does sound like it is needed at the moment

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My mouth is feeling a lot better with the pain killers @Snowie - there has been no more red stuff today but it took a while for it to stop last night. I am going to try to eat a little tonight and make some more jelly - I do love jelly so a good excuse to have as much as I like lol

How are you travelling today - finding your feet without the kids yet?

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@Zoe7glad your mouth is feeling a bit better today. Jelly is always good!

Psych yesterday, pdoc today are two big days so just taking it easy now

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Hydrotherapy and jelly .... does sound like a good day @Zoe7 .... lol

I am home after a long day out .... just what the doctor ordered I think ..... a giant time-out .....

There is another decision to be made over Wolfie .... and it’s headed in a sh*t direction at the moment. Don’t want to spell it out, but I am angry / sad about it. Throwing myself at my art is the best. distraction. ever. and I am hoping for the best outcome for Wolfie ..... I have spoken up for him, and that is all I can do for now.

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