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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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Thankyou @Zoe7 😢😢 I have fewer words than normal. It’s really hard. Thankyou for noticing, it means more than you might ever know. ❣️❣️❣️

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Thank you @Zoe7 @Anastasia ❤️❤️

Unfortunately this latest lie is a perpetual one that will take some time to undo, and a lot of time $ and effort, but it was clear from this time last year when he removed "the mask" what I was up against, and he sure is being true to form ..... but truth prevails so there is nothing for it but to shoulder this latest round and get on with it - to the side of my life, not front and centre. It's a thorn in the side I have to live with for now.

Noticed too @Maggie 💜🌷💞 .... just short on everything but emojis at the mo.

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I really loved to hear you are putting it all to the side and not focussing on it all @Faith-and-Hope That takes great strength and resilience - both of which we all know you for. It does hit hard at times though also so give yourself that space when needed to process it all. He is a real piece of work (but we knew that) - don't let his lies drag you down at all Hon - he will come unstuck because he is trying to make you cave with all of this but obviously does not recognise what we all do ....that you are strong, determined, courageous, persistent and a shining light with so much support in this world. Truth will win out but that road ahead will not be easy. We are with you and will hold you up when you need

@Maggie Definitely did not go unnoticed and I really feel for you Hon. It is both disappointing and sad when we lose that connection so suddenly - especially when it has been such a massive part of our lives - I do get that as it has happened for me before as well. There are so many questions you want answered, so many whys and so much you want to know - and that is incredibly hard. You have the rest of us here to hold you hand though Maggie - little consolation I do know but you matter to us and I think I can speak for many - a guiding light on the forum. Tag me anytime sweetheart - here for you when I can be

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To everyone...

Dentist done. It was a recent filling that had come out so there was no charge - which is great because Cat, Toby and my recent own health issues have cost the earth. It was however painful having it re-done without aneasthetic. Thank goodness it did not take long as there was little to do before the new filling was put in place.

I called in to see my parents and sister but my sister and Dad were not back from working the horses so I did not see them. Tobes had a run around with one of their dogs (who he loves) then we headed home.

I am really happy to be home too - very tired today. I am still waiting to hear when Cat's new meds have arrived so will have to go out again at some stage. I also still need to go to the tip but think I will have to leave that until tomorrow.

Love and hugs to all and a hope today has some light in it for everyone.

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@Faith-and-Hope 💙 know what you mean about getting STBXH to the Sid and not "front and centre" draining the life out of you. That's what they do, control freaks, win at all costs - even at the cost of what's left of their own integrity. We should throw a big party for you when court stuff all over / settled / defined. I'll bring the dart board lol. I do understand a bit. Its hard but it will pass and you'll find peace again. Hugzz n hugzz 🌷🌷🌷

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@Zoe7 💙💙💙😢😢

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Rest time sounds like a good idea, glad all went well @Zoe7 💞

Love and hugs @Maggie wasn't sure where to post so here seemed like the right spot. 💞

@Former-Member @Faith-and-Hope 😊😊

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Fly-by 👋💕💕💕💕💕💕

@Zoe7 @Anastasia @Maggie @Former-Member @WIP .....

Thanks so much @Former-Member 💜

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@Faith-and-Hope @Anastasia @Maggie @Former-Member @WIP Been asleep all afternoon. Layed down for someToby snuggles and have been asleep since. I did need it though.

Cat's tablets have arrived so need to go and pick them up this afternoon. I really don't want to go out again but it is important so I will. I'll take Tobes for a drive to keep me company.

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@Zoe7

Lots and lots of love and hugs hon. You have been in my thoughts lots 💕💕

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