We depressives are frequently drawn towards cocooning, the practice of hanging out in our homes for most of our free time. I think that usually that's due to a lack of energy, but also a need to be "safe" in our own little nest. Given that it's winter and many people who aren't depressed are also cocooning due to the cold weather, why not make the... Read more
I think that one reason it took so long for my depression to be diagnosed is that depression symptoms lists suck. Seriously. I can look at them now and see why nothing clicked with me. Appetite problems? Nope. Sleeping problems? Nope. Suicidal thoughts? Nope. Loss of interest in things previously enjoyed? Well, when you've been depressed since... Read more
Many, if not most, aspects of my life are digitized. My photos are online in albums in Picasa. My favorite recipes are entered into recipe software. I use Google Calendar for my appointments and Remember the Milk for my to-do list. Even my knitting projects, yarn stash and needles are cataloged online in Ravelry, a knitting and crochet community... Read more
It's 5:30am and it's still dark. For some reason I'm actually awake. Granted, my usual waking time is only half an hour later, but to me, voluntarily getting up early is an idea that just doesn't compute. However, I am deliberately giving up sleep for a good reason. I'm going to do some yoga to help wake myself up and, hopefully, become more... Read more
Ugh, first day back at work after eleven days off. I did work one day from home to make up some time, but it really doesn't count as much as work when you do it while sitting in bed and watching "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" reruns. Plus, we also had lots of great food and now I'm facing the need to lose three pounds. And I'm missing my husband and... Read more
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