Posts by applecider

I totally understand. I go through periods of complete inactivity. For instance, this has been a really bad week for me and there has been much internet surfing/tv watching by me and my kids. Which I feel terrible about. It is true,...

I can relate. Although I have ADD so that is where it stems from for me. Basically, unless there is a high amount of pressure, I just have trouble getting anything done. I find that I have to keep myself busy and active or I will slip...

SO common. In fact, I've been on the computer a BUNCH lately, yes it's escapism at it's finest. I want to ignore the problems in my real life so I come here. I was actually coming to this thread to post a picture...this is so...

I would love to see this thread active! After years of on/off depression I'm starting to think I may have some anxiety as well. I just feel like I live in a constant state of fear/anger/resentment/grouchy/controlling...I'M SO SICK OF...

Oh, one more thing I wanted to add was to get together with friends when AT ALL POSSIBLE. Like, alot. I am more of an extrovert so I really need adult interaction. It has taken some time and lots of effort on my part but I finally...

Yes! I am there with you. There is another thread around here about "SAHMs with partners who work 70+ hours a week" that has a lot of good support and maybe some ideas. My DP has been working out of town Mon-Thurs for about 9 mos now...

We can and have gone out for an overnight, DS1 stays with MIL or my mom or my sister. He is very comfortable at any of those places so we do not worry. Haven't left DS2 yet, but I'm ready! He is nightweaned so as soon as an...

I'm sorry, I don't have anything helpful to say but I just wanted to let you know I read your post and I hope that you can find peace at some point. I feel overwhelmed too, but for different reasons.

Actually, the vibe here used to be awesome, way back when it was less moderated (before you were here rhianna813). A little before you got here it started becoming much more heavily moderated to the point of ridiculousness. I think a...

Actually (and correct me if I'm wrong here folks) I think it's the older members who want LESS moderation. NOT rainbows and sunshine support. Back to the way it was BEFORE the hardcore moderation. At least that's where I stand. And I...