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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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Half of it is done @BlueBay The presents are bought and they can be wrapped at any time. I am sure the family will love whatever you do for christmas lunch - so try not to get too stressed. It is good that you have a week left - that will help you get it organised. What are you having for lunch?

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@Zoe7

My mum said she will make pasta sauce. All I need is the pasta.

Im going to cook some fish dusted in spicy flour and lightly fry. Will have that with a few salads. I have a small ham I bought last week.

Dessert will be little tarts filled with vanilla pudding and strawberries on top.

Breakfast with the kids will be - scones with jam and cream. Fresh fruit and the boys are buying crossants as well.

We will be so full by the end of the day!!!

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That all sounds so lovely @BlueBay and easy to prepare as well - you got this covered BB - try not to stress and enjoy the day - I am sure it will all fall into place for you Hon

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@Zoe7 Another big day for you, and tomorrow by the sound of things. Sorry about your Nan, she sounded lovely. Toby's big day tomorrow. I hope you have some time with him in between your business. Well done you. 💕💕🐾🐾

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I got to the end of your story about today @Zoe7 -certainly busy and your Nan's anniversary - not an easy day - and then fun tomorrow with Toby's birthday - I think a fog can get the idea of treats and fun - the thing about cats is they are really hard to entertain - but love snuggles - I love cat snuggles

So school is finishing up this week - and you have actually been back in the class room - and actually been teaching and doing all the planning necessary and this has to be a good feeling to have achieved all fo that - you have done really well

I had a migraine today but the doctor gave me a shot for it - such a relief - I was not surprised to have a migraine eventually after all that has been happenng - and there were other things as well

The chat we all had on Saturday afternoon and then again yesterday was so helpful - I really needed to have that kind of support - and so did @Shaz51 I am sure. It's really wonderful the way people rally around when someone is down - it was something I shall remember and treasure - thanks so much

All the best with your last teaching session for this year - and I am so proud of you for going through with all of this - well done

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Thank you @Maggie and @Owlunar and hello to everyone passing through this thread...

I have woken up early - even before the alarm - and am spending a little time with Toby before I get ready for work. I have sent off the planning for today and printed off what I need - it should be a pretty easy morning but this class is quite volatile at times so I will need to be on guard the whole time. I am looking forward to the assembly though - especially to see who of the grade 6s get awards ...they were my last class I taught - I had those kids when I got sick so am really interested to see how far they have come.

I need to get a couple of things after work if I have time otherwise it will be tomorrow after appointments.

I hope everyne has a good day or at least some light in your days.

Catch you all tonight

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Hi @Zoe7 and happy birthday to Toby, the birthday boy. Enjoy the assembly and the progress the kids have made. Your day sounds busy. Catch you later.

@Owlunar Sorry you had a migraine yesterday, they are so draining. Hope today is a better one for you.

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Happy birthday Toby.

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Hi @Maggie Toby has taken himself off to his bed in the spare room (he has beds everywhere lol) He knows I am going off to work soon the smart little cherub. He looks so sad when I leave but ever so happy when I come home - that is something worth living for - the excitement from him when he sees me return ...it makes my day

I hope Mags does the same thing for you too - our fur babies are such wonderful comfort for us.

I need to head off to work so will catch up with you tonight. Hope you have an ok day Hon

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Hi @Zoe7 special hug to Toby for his birthday. Wishing you a good day. ❤️❤️

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