Hi Catlady,

It sounds as though your parents are there to be relied upon, do appreciate that and accept all the help they offer.

I hope by now you are ready for your friend's visit. Make it a casual request to go out if you feel the need, don't feel like a burden. Try to enjoy the company as a distraction from your downswing. We all have these - I'm in the midst of a Doozy - but now it is just a short time until your appt. With company over, time will fly and you will be at your appt forthwith.

Remember, after every dip there is an upturn of Mood. Sometimes it just takes a while.

Dave.