I hope everyone is feeling a bit better today. Hugs to all who have struggling right now. The hints of the coming of spring always lift my mood a bit, I hope that is the same for everyone, but that moods lift, but not too high.

Cashart, I'm glad to read that your insight into elevated moods has improved a bit these years, as well. Being able to hold on to reality more vs. psychosis is a huge triumph.

Innerzone, I wish I could I share the shrimp fajitas with you. They were yummy! Especially the mango avocado salsa. I have some leftovers.

wildflowerchild25, that's a relief that the pharmacy will finally have your medication in stock. If you're anything like me, resuming the proper dose will help quickly.

I finally completed and sent the placement test needed by the French school I wish to attend. It was a long one at seven pages. I did my best, and believe I did a respectable job considering how many years it's been since my past French studies concluded. In my email cover note, I asked that my starting level recommendation be slightly lower than the one they suggest. I would prefer to be slightly ahead of the class group than struggling to catch up. I can often have very high expectations for myself, and when I don't meet those expectations I get anxious and overwhelmed.

My French class should hopefully be during the daytime during the week. I need something to do during the daytime, as I'm home all alone then. The class will meet only once per week, but I will push myself to study on other days. This is a comparatively big addition to my weekly responsibilities, which have only been that of a housewife for quite a while.

I'm glad it's Friday. I want to clean up the house fairly well today. This Sunday, hubby and I have a concert to go to. That will be nice.

[hopeless2015]

So glad its Friday! The sun is out but supposed to cloud up, gusting winds and then storms for tomorrow. I could use a good full day of sunshine, it really does make me feel better. Anyway, things are still going ok, still working on the lamictal titrate but realized I wasn't following the directions quite right.leave it to me. duh. Seems to be ok though, no reactions so should be just fine.

Hugs to all

[Daonnachd]

This morning I have done one of two loads of laundry, cleaned both bathrooms, put away clean dishes and loaded dishwasher, and vacuumed entire house. Next I'm going to ride the stationary bike for a goodly while. I don't actually know how long. (How focused! It's only 10:00am here.)

Feeling way better today, although there's some shoulder and leg pain still. I baked some cookies and left some cookie dough to eat when I want. Hope everyone is doing well.

[Moose72]

C said today that he's noticed a difference in me since I restarted Seroquel. He says I'm more fun hypomanic.

[Merlin]

I been doing a little poorly due to unhealthy choices I made while fighting a cold. I didn’t do the self-care I need and allowed myself to do less than I was capable of, to the point where I was basically spending my days in bed. I since restarted my self-care and forced myself to go to work and study, as well as socialize, and I am feeling much better.

[TheSeaCat]

Hello everyone and happy Friday; I think I would be more happy if I didn't have to work tomorrow but then again it's basically babysitting and I am wearing jeans tomorrow since it will be me and a few others dealing with the remodel; so I hope I can just stay in my office and check in periodically since everything is supposed to be changing tomorrow and Sunday. I am so ready to see the final product and have the Open House/Meet the Provider night. Then everything should go back to normal.

I had today off so I could be there for my Aunt, Uncle, and nieces since the youngest had the closure cath today. Everything went well and she got to go home today as well. The pitbulls are watching her and snuggling her like the good pups they are. The defect has been closed and other than needing to see a Cardiologist and have an Echo yearly she is fine and just like any normal child; kinda mad that she didn't get more days off from school and she can go back to regular activites come Monday. I am so glad she is okay.

I work tomorrow so I am in for a boring Saturday but Sunday boss is dealing with whatever doesn't get done tomorrow so I can still go to church on Sunday. I feel a little bad; M and I haven't really done a lot together this week since it has been so busy with a family issue.

Hugs to everyone

[TheSeaCat]

Originally Posted by cashart10

This is wonderful to hear! I hope things continue looking up!

Thank you darling; how are you doing with the IOP?

[~Christina]

It’s a monsoon here since Tuesday. My driveway is gone , flooding everywhere, severe thunderstorms tomorrow. I’m. Sick. Of. It. All.

My Dogs are going through hell, it’s soaking heavy rain and they never want to go out, can’t blame them.

Sun is scheduled to come out Sunday, it better. Will continue to be stuck due to the flooded driveway.

Smh

[Sunflower123]

Originally Posted by ~Christina

It’s a monsoon here since Tuesday. My driveway is gone , flooding everywhere, severe thunderstorms tomorrow. I’m. Sick. Of. It. All.

My Dogs are going through hell, it’s soaking heavy rain and they never want to go out, can’t blame them.

Sun is scheduled to come out Sunday, it better. Will continue to be stuck due to the flooded driveway.

Smh

You and me both. I’m traveling Sunday to meet my daughter half way. So glad it won’t be raining. I’ve had enough of it as well. Sorry you’ll be stuck due to the driveway.

[pirilin]

If the devil made me do it, then God is punishing me for it.

I'll never participate again, in a party that is not organized by a church.
I swear.

Cheers.

[AspiringAuthor]

Depressed a little bit. Not clear if it is Topamax' overdoing antimanic action or things that were happening. I will try skipping Topamax tonight to see if the situation improves.

[winter loneliness]

Frustrated with Apple. I hate computer stuff.

[Wander]

Last night I did it again. Took my Seroquel at 8 pm in hope of an early night for an early start. Instead I got up and ate out most of the fridge. Sigh. Will have to take it much later and hope I can get into an early wake pattern. I woke up an 9 am today and I am aiming for 6-7 am.

Today (Saturday) has been great so far. Spent the morning at my sisters helping her make her gardens dog proof as her 9 month old puppy love eating plants. I also played with my 11 year old niece which was nice. She loves one on one time. I feel for her. She has ADHD, is bullied at school, has few friends, and has horrific nightmares. She is a beautiful girl so its so sad to see her suffer.

This afternoon I am just going to chill. I have been so busy lately I need a day off. Considering I have Fibromyalgia I am doing well considering how busy I have been for over two weeks. My psychiatrist prescribed me an enzyme for that and brain function. It amazing seems to be working. I am still in pain, but not as much, and my recovery times are much faster. Emotionally I seem calmer but still upset and a bit irritable. Hopefully the rest will help.

The director of the French language school reviewed my placement test and got back to me very quickly yesterday. I actually placed higher than I thought, despite mentioning that I'd prefer to be placed slightly lower than my responses may warrant. The main issue with that is that that level and all higher ones only have classes during the evening hours. Only the lower level has daytime classes. Going to the last session of the lowest level would be four sessions lower than the session she recommended. I guess I don't want that elementary of a level, but I really wanted something more to do during the daytime hours. Evening hours are so hard for me for a few reasons, most notably because I tend to drop out of things that regularly meet at night. It hasn't always been that way, though.

My husband is now discouraging me from taking the class. That makes me sad. I'm considering taking it anyway. I will meet with the instructor before that session starts to double confirm if the level placement is right. If it is, I'll perhaps push myself hard. There are 10 class meetings in that session. Even if I only made it to seven of the 10 it could be worth it. These are group classes. All other group French classes available (in all places) are at night. Private lessons are outrageously expensive, plus I'd kind of like being around multiple people. It would be good for me. French is important because we may be moving to France in the next few years. I'd like to be able to speak good French when we go. This school offers several levels and many other seminars and get togethers for French practice. To finish their highest level, it would require two years more of study. Arriving in France with poor French language skills would be too stressful for me. This school is the best value around. Summers are off, so it's not like I wouldn't get a break after the upcoming 10 class session. This is the last of the four sessions in that level.

Simple day for me today. I'm just doing light housework. Tomorrow night we go to a concert.

[Unrigged64072835]

Ugh, came down with a cold. I've been working on a personalized dressmaker model and I'm at a stopping point, so it's as good of a time to rest as any. Trying to plan for another summer camping trip and things for next month. Head hurts and I just want to eat and take a nap.

Hugs to all and double to those who are struggling.

[Innerzone]

Why on earth would your husband not want you to take the French lessons, BirdDancer? I hope you do take them, they sound like a great idea, and it's nice to be able to get out of the house to do something and also be around some people.

[yellow_fleurs]

BirdDancer I also hope you take the class! It never hurts to try something new and see if it's a good fit.

[yellow_fleurs]

Had acupuncture today. Went well and hopefully it helps. I feel irritable, but that is a normal monthly thing for me. Trying to keep it at bay and still be productive. Although the irritability is just it's own thing, not started by anything in particular, I am still trying to be aware of any external things that might make it worse so I can become more self aware. Also my ruminating got out of control the last couple of days. I try to stay out the of the mind "tornado" as my therapist calls it, but sometimes I get swept up. Trying to tackle the end of a never ending project today, fingers crossed.