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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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Wow @Zoe7 you have moved mountains, well done you!!!

I will be thinking of you enjoying some fun times with the kiddies over the next 2 days.

I am sorry your teeth are giving you grief and pleased you have an appointment with your dentist.

How exciting, your attic Reno is in sight now. Super excited to follow your journey setting it up to be your art haven.

I hear you about the dinner, mines Friday and I'm anxious to say the least. Last year I fell asleep as it was a night away from my boy and the first time I'd had a drink in months. Hoping I can stay awake this year!

Big hugs to you and your fur babies 💜🐈🐕

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@Zoe7 you are getting there hun. Not long to go and then you can rest and stop.

Hoping the last few days with your class go well and there are moments in there that you can enjoy.

Take care of you sweetie.

Much love and hugs your way

💛💜

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We had a really good day today @Snowie The kids were gorgeous and we had a lot of fun. Tomorrow should be similar with school wide activities in the morning then the whole school BBQ. Then sorting out the rest of their books and folders and cleaning before we will most likely watch Bluey to end the day. They love Bluey so they will be happy with that. I have some little gift bags to put together tonight for them then will park myself in front of the tv before I head to sleepy land.

How has your day been Hon?

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Super glad you had a good day hun @Zoe7

You are so close to that finish line. You have done so well to get through this much.

My day has been ok. Went shopping with D and I think I have finished the chrissy shopping. Just need to go through it all, wrap it and make sure I have got it all. Hopefully I haven't forgotten anyone 😒

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I am waiting for some gifts to arrive and have one more thing to do for my Dad then I am done too @Snowie I did all my shopping online this year - just do not have the time or energy to deal with the shops. I will have one day next week shopping with Dad and have to get my Mum a birthday card but that is it. I don't think my sister's present will arrive in time (just a feeling) but there is nothing I can do about that. As soon as it arrives I can get it to her ...will give her a photo of what it is if it doesn't arrive in time 👍 No-one wants a fuss for Christmas so I dont think she will mind. She will have her kitten to play with by then and I am sure he will occupy all her time anyway.

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I did a lot online this year too @Zoe7 It is too peopley out there!

Hopefully your sister's present arrives on time but guess you cannot do much about that.

Saw this photo and thought of you, Tobes and Cat 😉😉

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Haha @Snowie It is more likely to be Cat standing over Tobes - she rules the house lol

I loved your description of it being too 'peopley' out there - made me giggle 'cos I get that too. Went to Kmart this afternoon to get stuff for the kids and had to navigate people with trolleys standing in aisles talking - didn't bother to move aside so I could get through so took the longer way around. It was annoying but not worth the angst of asking them to move.

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haha @Zoe7 at least you know who rules in your household!! I certainly knows who rules our house and it is totally not me!

I totally get the people standing in aisles talking. Went to kmart too today and it was a mad house 😒 Some people just don't think about others and think they are the only ones in the store.

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Hey @Zoe7 @Snowie How about this one....

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Yeah got a bit of that at Kmart today too @Snowie but luckily it was not very busy so worked my way around it. Check out was quick too ...no line which is very unusual - must have been there at just the right time.

Planning on an early night here - finish the bags then snuggle with Tobes for a while. Have a series I am watching online I will put on for a while until I get sleepy. Looking forward to the weekend when I can watch one episode after another and sleep when I need.

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