Hi Everyone,
I wanted to share this with everyone, because i am going thru it..BIG
TIME!! I dont know if some of you have noticed, i havent been on here
much. Because of depression..I am not ashamed either. I also suffer from
Alcoholism, i have been sober for 4 months, but have not been doing what
i need to do to get help..I have isolated, not wanting to see anyone,
talk, get involved with my children, or friends or most of all ALCHOLICS
ANONYMOUS..which is very important..I am not working at the present
time, no money, no friends, not even being the mother i need to be to my
kids, all due to Depression..I cry alot, even had susicide thoughts, but
deep down i wouldnt actually do it..But, i've come to reaize that i need
help in the worst way and noone or no thing is going to help me until i
help myself..I guess i've hit like this emotionially bottom even though
i havent had a drop of booze in 4 months, which im so surprized i havent
drank because i've isolated myself so bad and just didnt care..I have
alot of people that care for me and that was shown to me and i care
about myself, so enough is enough..I NEED HELP, and im going to get
it..I also procratinated on getting help because of all the FEAR i
had..well, i realize i can do it, and im going to get thru this
fear..There really is only one person that is going to help me and i've
seen him work in others and thats GOD!! Im not the most religious
person, but man i sure beleive! And i know if i do what i have to do to
get help, he's going to do the rest for me, along with people he sends
into my life.I know this deep in my heart. So, i just wanted to share
this with everyone..Anyone else is suffering from depression, alcoholic
or not..SEEK HELP..its so worth it..attached i pasted about
depression..thanks guys, its good to be back.i've met some wonderful
people on here..I may have to leave again for a while, but i have to do
what i have to do..Because for this person..TO DRINK IS TO DIE WITH ME,
and i have alot to live for.
I love ya guys

sweet

























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Hey hugs I know where you are coming from.......

I have a cyber buddie who has a cyber, support group she loves it!


And said it has helped her alot..


best wishes and always here..

I feel what your saying.

Best wishes and prayers to you on your journey!

I understand fully about the depression, I have severe clinical
depression and sometimes it is hard to even wake up and get out of bed,
I do the best I can with it, thats the only way. Hugs to you and just
know that I understand what you are going through. Please be assured
you are not alone, I have to keep telling myself everyday.

SWEET, WELL YOU ARE AT THE FIRST PHASE, ADMITTING, AND BELIEVING YOU
HAVE A PROBLEM, THE SECOUND IS GETTING THE HELP YOU NEED. I BELIEVE YOU
ARE ON THE RIGHT TRACK. MY THOUGHTS, AND PRAYERS ARE WITH
YOU. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE,
IN THE PALM OF HIS HAND.

ALWAYS,
RICHARD

There is a drug called "Celexa" that may help you. Worked well for me
while I took it. As much as I hate to admit it i've been down that
road...not with alcohol but severe depression that went unchecked for
most of my life...3 failed suicide attempts and probably more to come.
As you probably know already there are tons of help for you out
there...not sure for you but comprehensive care helped me for a time.
For the sake of you and your children get some help and stick with it.

Good Luck and best wishes.

Sweet you worry about you. I think that u are a very strong person to
have posted this. I wish u the best in your recovery.

make sure the coffee is ready and the door is opened

Hugs to ya sweet!!

(((((((SWEET))))))))

@ PAPA..u silly

and thank u guys..never have i joined a site where there were so many
caring people..and with my negative attitude, i didnt think there
was..damn i got so many emails after i posted this..well i wanted to and
if i can help someone else too, would be great!! love ya all!!

sweet, i am a recovering alcoholic as well..going on 23 years for me.
going back, all i can tell you is my worst days now are far better than
my best days back then..smile, and be true to yourself sweet...you can
do it....one day at a time..

Sweet, you are VERY couragous to share that with us, Ive had some bad
times in my life and have turned to God it might not work for everyone
but it sure helped me to talk about them with a Qualified counsilor, do
whats best for you, Ill pray for your happiness!!!

Best wishes in your journey Sweet, it's not easy, but it's worth it.
Haven't got the alcoholism problem myself, but I've experienced the
effects second-hand, and I do know how depression feels. You're right,
God helps us, if we want it bad enough to do what it takes. You're in my
prayers.

Remember this"You can't keep it unless you give it away". Share with us,
and we will share with you. That way, all our butts are covered.lol
Kat

lol, kat..yeh so true too..ty for letting me add u..lets keep in
touch..

Sweet you know how i feel

You bet'cha sweet. What are friends for? Anytime... and I mean
anytime...
Kat

for you sweet..... you are so much stronger than you
think..