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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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Have to go now. Not good here. @Zoe7 💖💞

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She is a little snuggle puss with me @Former-Member Apparently she came out to both my sister and Mum and rubbed up against their legs too so that was good to hear - usually she runs away from other people but they were feeding her lol

She looks very happy to be allowed outside again though - she loves laying in the sun so I am pleased it is sunny today to allow that. Tobes is asleep on the back of the couch so he is back to normal too.

What are you up to today?

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Oh Hon sorry you are doing it tough - here to chat if you need @Former-Member

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@Zoe7 Cat looks adorable. She’s a monkey though, but probably more fear than anything. I don’t think she would ever hurt you on purpose, she loves you too much.😻

I do hope your break comes sooner, rather than later.❣️❣️

I have just watched a video of the exhibition. Some amazing stuff has been entered. I will be going on Friday with counsellor. 😬😬😬

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Awwww @Zoe7

Cat is such a cutie xxx

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Hoping Cat and your sister's cat both come through this okay @Zoe7 and hope you hand is getting better xxx

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Dear Zoe, I am sorry to hear about your sister's cat hoping that he will mend fast and be back to his normal self in no time at all. I have missed so much of your news in the last 2 weeksish. I am glad your hand is doing ok and it would be a huge relief to only have to go out every second day rather than daily. I hope Tobes and Cat are forthcoming with the cuddles you need and that rest comes easily for you my friend. Sending so very gentle hugs your way.

@Zoe7

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oh dear @Zoe7 so much happening for you 😞 i hope your sisters cat will be ok and that youll hear about cats results very soon too. Please rest as much as possible today. maybe watch some mrs browns boys, criminal minds or sports (i think they are ones you like?)

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Cat is totally Zen outside isn't she @Zoe7?

I'm glad you're home. Time for rest for everyone now. My thoughts are with you, cat and your sister's cat that things will be alright.

Rest up sweet butterfly. It's been a heck of a time for you 💜💜💜💜

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@Maggie Straight after Cat bit me she snuggled in for a cuddle and I held her there with my arms wrapped around her. She was very frightened and Mummy cuddles were what she needed. I didn't even feel the pain until afterwards - just felt her fear and was so upset for her. I kept cuddling her while the vet nurse disinfected and covered my hand then they took her into the surgery to give her the anaesthetic by gas - which she also apparently fought but it was done quickly.

She is a different Cat at home @Sans911 @Anastasia She loves being outside and can roam where she likes in the backyard as I have high fences which she only ever goes over when she chases another cat out of HER yard. Her and Tobes can go in and out as they like when I am home but of course Toby stays by my side most of the time. He does also like laying in the sun when it is warmer but only when I am outside or in the kitchen.

No news yet on my sister's cat @outlander @Former-Member @Shaz51 @Former-Member @Faith-and-Hope but hoping to have an update soon. No news is good news I hope.

My hand is a little sore this afternoon but no swelling so that is good news. I have pain relief if needed but trying not to for as long as I can. I still have swelling in my previously dislocated finger and can't bend it all the way so need to be careful of that hand also - makes it very hard to do anything

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