tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post7905103388430584180..comments2023-04-09T11:49:09.132-04:00Comments on Waiting For Little Feet: A Letter to my Worst EnemyHer Royal Fabulousnesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04008723588326617669noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-46718321446572030742012-03-23T11:19:51.234-04:002012-03-23T11:19:51.234-04:00I'm so sorry you have had to deal with the sam...I'm so sorry you have had to deal with the same shit without the family support. Thanks for commenting!Her Royal Fabulousnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04008723588326617669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-3801371404255826952012-03-23T10:06:33.980-04:002012-03-23T10:06:33.980-04:00I just found your blog, and definitely will be fol...I just found your blog, and definitely will be following! <br /><br />What an incredible post. Dealing with IF has brought out anxiety and depression (including panic attacks for the first time in my life) that I had never come to terms with, but am realizing I've been dealing with since childhood. For years I also missed many days of school like you did, not able to cope with the social stresses of school life. Unfortunately, I had a family that was dealing with too many other big issues of their own to recognize what was going on with me, so I didn't get help until I was in my 20s. I never realized how bad it was until starting therapy for my IF related stress. Now I get to dig into all that bad stuff from when I was a kid on top of all that's going on now. It is completely overwhelming at times.<br /><br />Thank you for this post!meggolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04516705065671805455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-26776359116835528522012-03-17T17:04:36.174-04:002012-03-17T17:04:36.174-04:00Great post. Boy can I relate to this. Unfortunatel...Great post. Boy can I relate to this. Unfortunately I think we will be battling this the rest of our lives. I don't know where I would have been if it wasn't for blogging and my psyc. Hugz lovely lady!Emily @ablanket2keephttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10398858102692984237noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-17847843738528265732012-03-17T10:34:52.283-04:002012-03-17T10:34:52.283-04:00This is a great post about depression and anxiety ...This is a great post about depression and anxiety and I truly appreciate your honesty. I don't have anything profound to add but wanted to say how much I liked the post!Fieryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06477507213781894921noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-60529793258639900352012-03-14T22:19:23.298-04:002012-03-14T22:19:23.298-04:00Blogging has been a HUGE part of my journey too. I...Blogging has been a HUGE part of my journey too. I never imagined that it would be so helpful and therapeutic.<br /><br />Excited about ivf #2 for you!<br /><br />And remember, because of blogging, you now have all your friends pushing back with you to keep that door shut!! xoxoLorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03333972592403553177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-19593239512326194702012-03-14T09:23:32.915-04:002012-03-14T09:23:32.915-04:00That was powerful.That was powerful.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-43939406352023803132012-03-14T07:05:36.071-04:002012-03-14T07:05:36.071-04:00This is the first time I have stopped by here I th...This is the first time I have stopped by here I think, I recognise this story absolutely. You could have been describing my journey. We just have to keep on fighting. My blog has helped me massively.Lunahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02655205298951083138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-56719018256264410642012-03-14T03:29:27.558-04:002012-03-14T03:29:27.558-04:00Yup blogging does help a bit. Hoping that all is ...Yup blogging does help a bit. Hoping that all is well with you.Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06316511791499949824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-79546194162274714642012-03-14T01:46:46.922-04:002012-03-14T01:46:46.922-04:00Sorry you have this extra crap to deal with. I don...Sorry you have this extra crap to deal with. I don't think I have depression, but I do worry a lot. I do cry. I know how hard it is to push through grief and try to find happiness when all seems lost. I think you are doing so well for everything you are having to handle. You will be a success...I know it.ADSchillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13972164121690415796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-52060706990226976042012-03-13T22:21:34.343-04:002012-03-13T22:21:34.343-04:001. I am SO SORRY about the pink slips. You know I&...1. I am SO SORRY about the pink slips. You know I'm a teacher too and this is a scary, scary thing. Any chance they'll do a rehire over the summer?<br /><br />2. I'm so glad the post helped!Her Royal Fabulousnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04008723588326617669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-57426065479617755362012-03-13T22:18:52.174-04:002012-03-13T22:18:52.174-04:00Thanks for this! I'll be sure to check it out....Thanks for this! I'll be sure to check it out. <br /><br />I like the premise already - depression is a health issue like any other.<br />xoxoHer Royal Fabulousnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04008723588326617669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-56676673386677616842012-03-13T21:32:49.374-04:002012-03-13T21:32:49.374-04:00Your post totally helped me help one of my friends...Your post totally helped me help one of my friends today. She struggles with depression and we both received pink slips (as teachers) today and they were a complete shock. She didn't deal well and I didn't know how best to respond because I dealt to differently. But I told her about your post, we got a drink and she's doing pretty well...thanks.Mrs Green Grasshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02458001574184407164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-45201739914076934092012-03-13T20:56:43.879-04:002012-03-13T20:56:43.879-04:00I'm sure that Smoon has introduced you to The ...I'm sure that Smoon has introduced you to The Bloggess, but I'm not sure if you follow her. If you don't, you should, but regardless, you should read this post. It is possibly the most moving thing I've ever read. The MOST IMPORTANT part of the piece is this: Depression is a disease. It's like cancer. And we should CELEBRATE our successes against it - just like when we celebrate when someone's cancer goes into remission. People survive depression JUST LIKE people survive cancer. It changed my perspective. And you are winning, my dear, and incredibly brave for sharing your struggles with us.<br /><br />http://thebloggess.com/2012/01/the-fight-goes-on/<br /><br />(P.S. She responds to the overwhelming support she receives in response to this post in a later post - read that too.)Erinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-6980233680233544132012-03-13T19:43:55.140-04:002012-03-13T19:43:55.140-04:00I'll be pushing against the door with you. Dep...I'll be pushing against the door with you. Depression and Anxiety are a familiar to me and there is no easy way to cope but in my experience acceptance is a huge step. Recognizing your weaknesses and fighting like hell to not let them take over your life. You are doing just that and you are doing great. Lots of love!Trishahttp://theelusivesecondline.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-26263375441931601182012-03-13T18:59:24.471-04:002012-03-13T18:59:24.471-04:00Ugh. Ditto. I feel for you, and hope you can stay ...Ugh. Ditto. I feel for you, and hope you can stay on the other side of the door.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-44053679369608800312012-03-13T18:35:30.677-04:002012-03-13T18:35:30.677-04:00I have been very lucky to escape this - my mom and...I have been very lucky to escape this - my mom and sister battle depression and I know<br />It is a long hard fight. Good for you for fighting back, this journey is tough enough as it<br />Is without the added enemies of depression, anxiety etc. you are one tough lady, and you are winning the battle with the door. Can't wait to see you tackle ivf #2.Caitlinhttp://millionbabysteps.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-86477932207757956622012-03-13T16:30:20.622-04:002012-03-13T16:30:20.622-04:00You're recognition of depression and anxiety&#...You're recognition of depression and anxiety's role in your life is huge! It took me years to recognize that I have an issue with anxiety and how crippling it can be. Fighting back means knowing the monster and recognizing the signs. Always easier said than done. <br /><br />I'm glad you're doing what you need to do to battle this monster. And never apologize for what you're living with. I think those who would belittle you for dealing with this are the same people who are closeted or refuse to face the monster. For what it's worth, I think it takes a lot of courage to deal with this.<br /><br />And hooray on the news about IVF #2!!!! Very exciting!Cristyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04317873211902543387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-48654919027055385722012-03-13T16:18:26.322-04:002012-03-13T16:18:26.322-04:00Thank you for sharing this. I've battled depre...Thank you for sharing this. I've battled depression and my husband's battled depression and anxiety. They are persistent foes. I wish you lots of success pushing that door closed, and I'm so glad that blogging has been a source of support. Take care.sass @ (In)fertility Unexplainedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06322070279032931788noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-85324810326769484322012-03-13T15:54:42.535-04:002012-03-13T15:54:42.535-04:00Oh, depression and anxiety....I know them well. I ...Oh, depression and anxiety....I know them well. I had one major panic attack right after college, and somehow managed to keep more of them at bay with intensive therapy 4 times a week, as well as training for a marathon. There are days I still feel that familiar "can't catch my breath" feeling, which is so scary. Depression has made appearances, too, sometimes to a point where I loose track of whether or not I'm going through a "bout" or if this is just "me". <br /><br />PCOS-ers are at much higher risk for depression and anxiety--there is a strong opinion it's linked to irregular and high LH levels. Not like this is much comfort, but sometimes it helps to know it's not just in our head! <br /><br />http://pcosinfo.com/pcos-and-depression-2/<br /><br />Keep pushing that door. We will not let it beat us! xoxoSunnyhttp://ceaseanddecyst.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-1856680111775986342012-03-13T15:41:57.253-04:002012-03-13T15:41:57.253-04:00Great news! I am so excited about this cycle for y...Great news! I am so excited about this cycle for you. I really think its going to be great.Just Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06315564549299993908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-8796182554229557622012-03-13T15:36:58.692-04:002012-03-13T15:36:58.692-04:00IVF#2 is a go! I am cyst free and I start Lupron o...IVF#2 is a go! I am cyst free and I start Lupron on the 21st!Her Royal Fabulousnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04008723588326617669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5214660851949085081.post-10955690464661036792012-03-13T15:30:09.243-04:002012-03-13T15:30:09.243-04:00Wow this story sounds so familar. Suffering from a...Wow this story sounds so familar. Suffering from anxiety and depression is so exhausting. I always said if I could live on xanax for the rest of my life I would be so happy. To bad thats not an option though. <br /><br />I was just checking your blog about hour ago to see if there were any updates on ivf #2.Just Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06315564549299993908noreply@blogger.com