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My life partner has Bipolar ii

My life partner has Bipolar ii

I unapologetically care for my husband who after a long mental health crisis has been diagnosed with Bipolar ii + more.

It is a tough gig at times but I believe we can live well in spite of his diagnosis.

I understand that not all relationships can survive a diagnosis and this is no criticism or judgement on anyone but in this thread I would love to give to and receive encouragement from others who hold the same value I have, that is that I voluntarily chose to remain in union with my husband to the exclusion of others and to ride out the bumps of his mental illness.

Dubious humour is guaranteed.

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Not at this point @Faith-and-Hope.

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@Former-Member

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I don’t keep a gratitude diary at this point either @Former-Member ..... too risky as personal boundaries are not being respected regarding communications privacy, and reactivity is high ...... but the thought of having one and what I might jot down helps me to savour something that has gone well.

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Hearing you there @Faith-and-Hope.

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I was really worried about our house selling/buying situation. Have changed my worry post - I am grateful that the "subject to" sale of our place ran out on a contract as I had underestimated how much it would cost to get carport /shed /fencing etc.

Should our house sell we now have opportunity to buy something that has the required outdoor infrastructure, that needs a little work indoors but financially more manageable.

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@Former-Member

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PS Was a little upset the agent said the vendor had agreed to an extension of the "subject to" as we had not sought this.

Bless his heart, Mr Darcy tells me he has replied to email to say that were not in a position to accept this.

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aww mr @Former-Member

how are you today @Former-Member

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Have been feeling a bit housebound as I worked all week @Shaz51 . Thinking of going to a cafe for lunch.

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@Former-Member

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