Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.

The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
depressed for nearly two months now. It takes just too darned much
energy to keep up with the posts and to make upbeat-sounding posts.
I'm just too tired. Andy will take over my THWACKING responsibilities
while I'm gone.

Things will settle down in awhile, and the depression will improve,
and you'll be stuck with me once more. Never fear. You're my family,
and I'll come back to you. I always do.

Anyone who wants to keep in touch, feel free. This is not a munged
address.

I'll stick around for a couple days to finish out this thread, but I
need this break.

Thanks,
Carol

Damsel in dis Dress wrote:
> Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
> of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
> and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
> of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
> entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.
>
> The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
> depressed for nearly two months now. It takes just too darned much
> energy to keep up with the posts and to make upbeat-sounding posts.
> I'm just too tired. Andy will take over my THWACKING responsibilities
> while I'm gone.
>
> Things will settle down in awhile, and the depression will improve,
> and you'll be stuck with me once more. Never fear. You're my family,
> and I'll come back to you. I always do.
>
> Anyone who wants to keep in touch, feel free. This is not a munged
> address.
--------------
Hi, Carol,
Don't bother to answer this note, feeling as you do, you shouldn't
even try. Please know that you have a throng of friends here, all of us
wishing you brighter skies, happier thoughts. It just takes a little
time.

Warm wishes, Nancree
>
> I'll stick around for a couple days to finish out this thread, but I
> need this break.
>
> Thanks,
> Carol

On 29 Aug 2006 20:26:08 -0700, "nancree" > wrote:

>Hi, Carol,
> Don't bother to answer this note, feeling as you do, you shouldn't
>even try. Please know that you have a throng of friends here, all of us
>wishing you brighter skies, happier thoughts. It just takes a little
>time.
>
>Warm wishes, Nancree

That's okay. I'm a tough cookie. I just can't continue trying to
deal with *everything* right now. I can still acknowledge your good
wishes and thank you for them. Thanks for being one of my
cyber-friends. )

Carol

On Tue, 29 Aug 2006 22:16:51 -0500, Damsel in dis Dress
> wrote:

>Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
>of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
>and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
>of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
>entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.
>
>The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
>depressed for nearly two months now. It takes just too darned much
>energy to keep up with the posts and to make upbeat-sounding posts.
>I'm just too tired. Andy will take over my THWACKING
responsibilities
>while I'm gone.
>
>Things will settle down in awhile, and the depression will improve,
>and you'll be stuck with me once more. Never fear. You're my
family,
>and I'll come back to you. I always do.
>
>Anyone who wants to keep in touch, feel free. This is not a munged
>address.
>
>I'll stick around for a couple days to finish out this thread, but I
>need this break.
>
>Thanks,
>Carol

Oh I know you have taken good care of your SO for months. Don't
worry--you were able to think <damselindisdres...> which is fabulous.

Sorry Carol. Hang tough. Let us know if we can help ypu. LIfe is
rough at tims.
warmest aloha,'Cea
--smithfarms.com
farmers of pure kona
roast beans to kona to email

On Tue, 29 Aug 2006 18:10:01 -1000, wrote:

>Oh I know you have taken good care of your SO for months. Don't
>worry--you were able to think <damselindisdres...> which is fabulous.

Crash is having a harder and harder time getting around. It's taking
a toll on both of us.

>Sorry Carol. Hang tough. Let us know if we can help ypu. LIfe is
>rough at tims.
>warmest aloha,'Cea

Just send coffee. LOL!

Thanks Cea,
Carol

> --smithfarms.com
>farmers of pure kona
>roast beans to kona to email

Oh Carol! Hang in there...when it all gets to be too much...come
here..and grab some chocolate on the way.

Annie

Oh Carol! Hang in there...when it all gets to be too much...come
here..and grab some chocolate on the way.

Annie

---

Personal: http://www.MangeMerde.com
Internet: http://www.TheInternetPatrol.com
The Raw: http://www.AdventuresInRawFood.com
The Law: http://www.DearEsq.com

Damsel in dis Dress wrote:
> Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
> of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
> and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
> of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
> entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.
>
> The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
> depressed for nearly two months now. It takes just too darned much
> energy to keep up with the posts and to make upbeat-sounding posts.
> I'm just too tired.

Take good care of yourself, Carol - come back healthy and happy!
Virtual hugz to you and Crash! {{{S}}}

This is to one Carol from Another: Please take care of yourself and
take the time to do nice things just for you! I always enjoy reading
your posts and look forward to reading them again when you are ready to
return. In the meantime, take care! Carol

Our life may not always be the party we would have chosen, but while we
are here, we may as well dance!

Take care Carol, I'm sure the darkness will lift one day soon. Just do the
things you enjoy with the people you love, until it gets bearable again.

Sarah
x

Damsel in dis Dress wrote:
> Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
> of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
> and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
> of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
> entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.
>
> The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
> depressed for nearly two months now. It takes just too darned much
> energy to keep up with the posts and to make upbeat-sounding posts.
> I'm just too tired. Andy will take over my THWACKING responsibilities
> while I'm gone.
>
> Things will settle down in awhile, and the depression will improve,
> and you'll be stuck with me once more. Never fear. You're my family,
> and I'll come back to you. I always do.
>
> Anyone who wants to keep in touch, feel free. This is not a munged
> address.
>
> I'll stick around for a couple days to finish out this thread, but I
> need this break.
>
> Thanks,
> Carol

But...but...but...it just won't be the same around here. <Sob!>

Take care, hon, and come back and see us when you feel up to it.
hugs,
-L.

"Damsel in dis Dress" > wrote in message
...
> Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
> of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
> and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
> of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
> entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.
>
> The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
> depressed for nearly two months now. It takes just too darned much
> energy to keep up with the posts and to make upbeat-sounding posts.
> I'm just too tired. Andy will take over my THWACKING responsibilities
> while I'm gone.
>
> Things will settle down in awhile, and the depression will improve,
> and you'll be stuck with me once more. Never fear. You're my family,
> and I'll come back to you. I always do.
>
> Anyone who wants to keep in touch, feel free. This is not a munged
> address.
>
> I'll stick around for a couple days to finish out this thread, but I
> need this break.
>
> Thanks,
> Carol

I completely understand your situation, honey. I'll have to try to remember
to give you a call; we've got a lot going on in our lives right now, too.

kili

In article >,
Damsel in dis Dress > wrote:

> Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
> of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
> and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
> of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
> entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.

Gonna get that basement thing taken care of? Good on you!
Tie a knot and hang on, Woman. Find some peace for your soul.
--
-Barb, Mother Superior, HOSSSPoJ
http://jamlady.eboard.com
http://web.mac.com/barbschaller

> >
> > Things will settle down in awhile, and the depression will improve,
> > and you'll be stuck with me once more. Never fear. You're my family,
> > and I'll come back to you. I always do.
> >
> > Anyone who wants to keep in touch, feel free. This is not a munged
> > address.
> --------------
> Hi, Carol,
> Don't bother to answer this note, feeling as you do, you shouldn't
> even try. Please know that you have a throng of friends here, all of us
> wishing you brighter skies, happier thoughts. It just takes a little
> time.
>
> Warm wishes, Nancree
> >
........What she said........Sharon

She Devil wrote:
Damsel in dis Dress wrote:
> >
> > The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
> > depressed.
>
> Oh Carol! Hang in there...

Hmm, one would think those of the word monger profession would be more
astutely glib... duh


Sheldon Manila

Melba's Jammin' wrote:
>
> Tie a knot and hang on.

Oh geeze...

Sheldon Manila

wrote:
> Damsel in dis Dress wrote:
> >
> > I've been suicidally depressed for nearly two months now.
>
> Hang tough.

Holy shit... yet another asshole...

Sheldon Manila

On Tue, 29 Aug 2006 22:16:51 -0500, Damsel in dis Dress
> wrote:


>
>Anyone who wants to keep in touch, feel free. This is not a munged
>address.

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Hugs}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} }}}}}}}}}}}}

You know how to reach me...keep in touch, if you want, or don't if you
don't want.

I will be having surgery October 9, so will be in the channel a lot
after I come home from the hospital. Hope to see you there
sometime...

Take care.

Christine

One time on Usenet, Damsel in dis Dress
> said:

> Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
> of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
> and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
> of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
> entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.
>
> The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
> depressed for nearly two months now. It takes just too darned much
> energy to keep up with the posts and to make upbeat-sounding posts.
> I'm just too tired.

<snip>

My heart goes out to you, Sis. I mean that sincerely, not only
because I like you, but particularly 'cuz we're suffering from
the same condition, and I have a strong idea of how you're feeling.
Usenet, unfortunately, is NOT condusive to handling depression;
just too many assholes out there, trying to make themselve feel
better by putting others down. Doesn't matter who the target is,
it can be tough to read, and nearly impossible to avoid.

Fortunately, there are a lot of great folks in RFC who will be
eagerly waiting for your return. I'll miss your smiling face.
E-mail me if you ever want to talk...

Hugs - Jani :-)

Jani wrote what *I* was going to write:

> Usenet, unfortunately, is NOT condusive to handling depression;
> just too many assholes out there, trying to make themselve feel
> better by putting others down. Doesn't matter who the target is,
> it can be tough to read, and nearly impossible to avoid.
>
> Fortunately, there are a lot of great folks in RFC who will be
> eagerly waiting for your return. I'll miss your smiling face.
> E-mail me if you ever want to talk...


Same goes for me. (I think you still have my e-mail address.)

I'm sorry to hear about Crash's increased difficulties, too. I'll hope for a
dramatic improvement in, well, EVERYTHING for you!

Bob

In article >,
Damsel in dis Dress > wrote:

> Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
> of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
> and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
> of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
> entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.
>
> The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
> depressed for nearly two months now. It takes just too darned much
> energy to keep up with the posts and to make upbeat-sounding posts.
> I'm just too tired. Andy will take over my THWACKING responsibilities
> while I'm gone.
>
> Things will settle down in awhile, and the depression will improve,
> and you'll be stuck with me once more. Never fear. You're my family,
> and I'll come back to you. I always do.
>
> Anyone who wants to keep in touch, feel free. This is not a munged
> address.
>
> I'll stick around for a couple days to finish out this thread, but I
> need this break.
>
> Thanks,
> Carol

I presume you are seeing a doctor for the depression....
Is it clinical or emotional?

I've finally managed to beat mine down permanently for the most part
(except brief moments during PMS episodes <G>)

I'd be delighted to share tips on dealing with it.

Mine was not clinical.
It was due to the loss of my soul mate...

Kinda takes the wind out of your sails, so I understand.

Hugs!!!!!!
--
Peace!
Om

"My mother never saw the irony in calling me a Son of a bitch"
-- Jack Nicholson

Kthonian wrote:

> My heart goes out to you, Sis. I mean that sincerely, not only
> because I like you, but particularly 'cuz we're suffering from
> the same condition, and I have a strong idea of how you're feeling.
> Usenet, unfortunately, is NOT condusive to handling depression;
> just too many assholes out there, trying to make themselve feel
> better by putting others down. Doesn't matter who the target is,
> it can be tough to read, and nearly impossible to avoid.
>
> Fortunately, there are a lot of great folks in RFC who will be
> eagerly waiting for your return. I'll miss your smiling face.
> E-mail me if you ever want to talk...

Well said, Jani. Dams, I'll just add "me too" to Jani's words.
--
Dave
www.davebbq.com

Damsel in dis Dress wrote:
>
> I'll stick around for a couple days to finish out this thread, but I
> need this break.
>

Don't be gone too long Carol....we'll miss you!
Sandy

On Tue, 29 Aug 2006 23:00:49 -0500, Damsel in dis Dress
> wrote:

>On 29 Aug 2006 20:26:08 -0700, "nancree" > wrote:
>
>>Hi, Carol,
>> Don't bother to answer this note, feeling as you do, you shouldn't
>>even try. Please know that you have a throng of friends here, all of us
>>wishing you brighter skies, happier thoughts. It just takes a little
>>time.
>>
>>Warm wishes, Nancree
>
>That's okay. I'm a tough cookie. I just can't continue trying to
>deal with *everything* right now. I can still acknowledge your good
>wishes and thank you for them. Thanks for being one of my
>cyber-friends. )

Just take it one thing at a time Damsel... we'll still be here when
you're feeling up to coming back. (I remember how it felt - I climbed
into a hole and pulled it in after me and wasn't able to peek out for
almost a year...) Hopefully it won't take you nearly that long.

and a DITTO from me!




"Dave Bugg" > wrote in message
...
> Kthonian wrote:
>
>> My heart goes out to you, Sis. I mean that sincerely, not only
>> because I like you, but particularly 'cuz we're suffering from
>> the same condition, and I have a strong idea of how you're feeling.
>> Usenet, unfortunately, is NOT condusive to handling depression;
>> just too many assholes out there, trying to make themselve feel
>> better by putting others down. Doesn't matter who the target is,
>> it can be tough to read, and nearly impossible to avoid.
>>
>> Fortunately, there are a lot of great folks in RFC who will be
>> eagerly waiting for your return. I'll miss your smiling face.
>> E-mail me if you ever want to talk...
>
> Well said, Jani. Dams, I'll just add "me too" to Jani's words.
> --
> Dave
> www.davebbq.com
>

"Damsel in dis Dress" > wrote in message
...
> On Tue, 29 Aug 2006 18:10:01 -1000, wrote:
>
>>Oh I know you have taken good care of your SO for months. Don't
>>worry--you were able to think <damselindisdres...> which is fabulous.
>
> Crash is having a harder and harder time getting around. It's taking
> a toll on both of us.
>
>>Sorry Carol. Hang tough. Let us know if we can help ypu. LIfe is
>>rough at tims.
>>warmest aloha,'Cea
>
> Just send coffee. LOL!
>
> Thanks Cea,
> Carol
-------------

Hey Dams!

I love you!

I'm moving next week and it'll probably take a week or two to be
connected... so I'll see you when you get back!

Hugs,
Cyndi

Oh pshaw, on Tue 29 Aug 2006 08:16:51p, Damsel in dis Dress meant to say...

> Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
> of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
> and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
> of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
> entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.

All good thoughts, and what everyone else has said. You know to reach me, so
please feel free to write about anything anytime.

{{{hugs}}}

--
Wayne Boatwright
__________________________________________________

Air conditioned environment - Do not open Windows.

Dams - Be cool and do whatchoo need to do, as do we all. Catch you on
the flip flop.

Terry "Squeaks" Pulliam Burd
AAC(F)BV66.0748.CA

"Most vigitaryans I iver see looked enough like their food to be
classed as cannybals."

Finley Peter Dunne (1900)

To reply, replace "spaminator" with "cox"

Take care, rest lots, enjoy the added human contact and come back when
you can or when you feel the need for a rfc fix!
We'll be here - have no fear. And look forward to your return.

rest up & relax... we all need to sometimes

LadyJane
--
"Never trust a skinny cook!"

"Damsel in dis Dress" > wrote in message
...
> Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
> of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
> and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
> of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
> entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.
>
> The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
> depressed for nearly two months now. It takes just too darned much
> energy to keep up with the posts and to make upbeat-sounding posts.
> I'm just too tired. Andy will take over my THWACKING responsibilities
> while I'm gone.
>
> Things will settle down in awhile, and the depression will improve,
> and you'll be stuck with me once more. Never fear. You're my family,
> and I'll come back to you. I always do.
>
> Anyone who wants to keep in touch, feel free. This is not a munged
> address.
>
> I'll stick around for a couple days to finish out this thread, but I
> need this break.
>
> Thanks,
> Carol


We'll miss you Dams....come back refreshed and rejuvinated!

hugs, seriously warm hugs,
helen

On 30 Aug 2006 14:06:02 -0500, "Bob Terwilliger"
> wrote:

> (I think you still have my e-mail address.)

Nope, I don't. Please drop me a line.

Thanks everyone. I'll miss you very much while I'm gone.

Huggles and smoochlettes (and thwacks for those who deserve them),
Carol

Damsel in dis Dress, after taking an infinite amount of time, finally, on
29 Aug 2006, typed out:

> Andy will take over my THWACKING responsibilities
> while I'm gone.


Carol,

But... but... I wouldn't THWACK anybody! Would I???

I skipped over this thread, thinking sabatical was something I knew nothing
about. Sorry it took so long to chime in.

Will send CotDs to your email address if you want!

All the best,

Andy

"Damsel in dis Dress" > wrote in message
...
> Wow! Real life is really taking over my computer time these days. As
> of Tuesday, our little family will include Crash, Joe, his brother,
> and me. Cleaning, re-organizing, remodeling ... it's taking up a lot
> of time. PLUS ... we have other humans to talk to now, so I'm not
> entirely dependent upon RFC for my social outlet anymore.
>
> The other thing, a couple of you know, is that I've been suicidally
> depressed for nearly two months now. It takes just too darned much
> energy to keep up with the posts and to make upbeat-sounding posts.
> I'm just too tired. Andy will take over my THWACKING responsibilities
> while I'm gone.
>
> Things will settle down in awhile, and the depression will improve,
> and you'll be stuck with me once more. Never fear. You're my family,
> and I'll come back to you. I always do.
>
> Anyone who wants to keep in touch, feel free. This is not a munged
> address.
>
> I'll stick around for a couple days to finish out this thread, but I
> need this break.
>
> Thanks,
> Carol

I will miss you and your thwacks. Please be well.

I will miss you. I wish you a quick recovery and will be thinking of you.