I am really glad I found this site. I have had a really rough 39 years... lol... and I get SO frustrated that people don't understand how I am feeling, or how NOT to respond. It seems that all I hear is criticism and discouragement. There are days, most days, that are nearly unbearable for me, and it really helps to be able to talk about things. I have some pretty great friends who try, but it seems like the conversations always end up being about what I can do to help THEM. My husband doesn't understand at all, and uses the guilt factor on me- U know- The one that says "don't u know how u r making ME feel...." It will be so nice to be able to talk to people who have been there. I am really GR8 at giving advice and a shoulder, BTW- just not so great at following my own advice or leaning on others. ANYWAYS...
Im glad too hun you found this place as it is a great community hun people that do understand and that do not judge hugs