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Craft Corner

Craft Corner

A place to chat and share all things crafty!

What's your favourite craft? Is there anything you're working on at the moment? What would you like to create/work on (I have heaps of "one day" project patterns and ideas that I know I will probably never get around to, but it's nice to imagine)? I'd love to hear!

I have absolutely no artistic side to me and stick figures are the extent of my drawing ability, but I really enjoy learning and trying out new crafts. I learnt crochet during a stay in a prevention and recovery centre and it's something I pick up often when I am feeling blue, I need a distraction or I'm just a little bored. I've tried paper crafts too, although I didn't really get far with anything. Sharpies are some of my best friends and when I find my hands need to move I have a collection of smooth rocks that I draw on (different coloured circles) which often relaxes me. Sometimes I dust off the sewing machine and sew as well. I walk around spotlight for a fun outing 😉

Looking forward to hearing from you all 🙂

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No bees though thanks lol. @Gazza75

Was your day a success?

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@Former-Member, I will go with yes, the end of hump day is good. Went to doctors, usual blood pressure and heart rate, Prescription, sent me on my way. Meant to see him in another 3 months for same.sterling service. Weening off meds due to side effects. 🌹👀☕🙏

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have something super easy my @Former-Member

, @Gazza75 , @CheerBear , @Maggie , @outlander

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Ah! Side affects. 🤔 hmm! Not good. I have tried so many meds, I’ve lost count. Side affects for me were really bad. Are you feeling ok going off them? @Gazza75

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How is @Shaz51 and Mr Shaz doing? ❤️

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mr shaz has bipolar 11 as well @Gazza75

i think of you lots everyday

Mr shaz had his bood tests today so we will get the results next week xx

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@Former-Member I have only had 2 meds for Bipolar 2, maybe some more last year when I was at my worst. I have been fine for a year, should have come off them sooner. Am very frightened of what's happening to me, more than my medical condition. Think I might be misdiagnosed, I had a breakdown, but not sure I am Bipolar. Main prob for me is weight.

Glad you got some nice clothes for yourself. 😀:ok_hand:🙏

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Awwww thanks @Shaz51 that's very kind of you. I had blood tests recently,, was told to eat walnuts.

Try not to worry overly about your own tests Shaz. I have all my good bits crossed for you. Both 😀♥️

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If you think it was a breakdown and not bipolar, then I think go by your inner feelings.

I do my own research mostly. After seeing many doctors, specialists etc etc etc, I decided to read a lot of books from the library.

Medications have been terrible for me. I hope you can find some answers for yourself.

I understand how frustrating it can be when medications aren’t helping. @Gazza75

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Thanks @Former-Member, that means a lot and is good advice Both the meds I am on can cause issues but, my doctor seems oblivious to it. I have done a lot of reading online and. Learning from people here to.

It's very frustrating as I feel normal except for side effects Whatever normal is these days. In many ways feel better than before as I realise how lucky I am compared to other people. Trying to stay positive can be a challenge. Feel sad for my brother and his kids.

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