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Oct 27, 2018 at 09:16 AM

I don't care much about my birthday any more, but my husband makes a big deal about it. He'd be very sad if I didn't make a big deal out of his birthday. It's the same for holidays. I do call my sister, brother, and dad on their birthdays. Dad gets presents from us, but usually afterwards. My pet gets presents. Friends just get a Facebook birthday wish. I have no close friendships any more.

What is your favorite holiday memory?

pirilin · Oct 27, 2018 at 10:32 AM

When my daughter was born, I declared October the 20th, a universe holiday.

If you had to cross a river with a wolf, a duck, and a bag of beans, one by one, how will you do it.

beauflow · Oct 27, 2018 at 10:34 AM

Hmmm.. well the first one that comes to mind that doesn't have a repercussions or taboo - was a new years eve /Into new years .. i was 21 and at the casino with my brother and a few of his friends, we dispersed as usual.. around midnight the waitresses passed out champagne.. I was in a room full of strangers but we all counted down holding our glasses and wished every one a happy new year

I like that memory.. I remember a warm vibe from everyone.

Are you artistic?

Blueberrybook · Oct 27, 2018 at 12:28 PM

I suppose so. Well, I used to be, in high school. Though I am mad my mom lost my best piece and another really good work. I did well with charcoal, pencil, black ink, not color though. I need to take some pictures of a few of my pieces & upload them. And I used to write short stories and poetry. I don't do any of that any more, except some poetry and only lately.

If you had to give up most food and drinks, what are the top three things you just could not easily give up (with the exception of water)?

Oct 27, 2018 at 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by pirilin

When my daughter was born, I declared October the 20th, a universe holiday.

If you had to cross a river with a wolf, a duck, and a bag of beans, one by one, how will you do it.

uh..

probably take the wolf first, come back for the duck, and then the beans

I doubt a duck is stupid enough to eat beans. ducks like other stuff

Oct 27, 2018 at 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Blueberrybook

I suppose so. Well, I used to be, in high school. Though I am mad my mom lost my best piece and another really good work. I did well with charcoal, pencil, black ink, not color though. I need to take some pictures of a few of my pieces & upload them. And I used to write short stories and poetry. I don't do any of that any more, except some poetry and only lately.

If you had to give up most food and drinks, what are the top three things you just could not easily give up (with the exception of water)?

chicken wings, fries, and doctor pepper. 3 of my favorites
you're stuck listening to one song for the rest of your life on loop. what song is it

Oct 27, 2018 at 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by raging vortex

you're stuck listening to one song for the rest of your life on loop. what song is it

Big & Rich, Save a Horse [Ride a Cowboy]. KIDDING!

Maybe Trains I Missed by Balsam Range or something I can fit my own inner lyrics to, like Nuvole Bianche by Einaudi. That seems to fit me, regardless of mood.

What was your first concert?

beauflow · Oct 27, 2018 at 04:16 PM

I am sorry Pirilin, I was slow to type and respond amd didn't notice .

First concert was I believe what was called a rave in my younger age, now a music festival I am told they are called. Multiple artists.

When you go to the zoo, which animal exhibit do you look forward to see (if any)? ...

BeyondtheRainbow · Oct 27, 2018 at 08:36 PM

Everything but the birds. Scared of birds.

Do you get your 5 servings of veggies daily?

Wild Coyote · Oct 27, 2018 at 09:41 PM

I get 5 servings of a combo of fruit and veggies!
I eat the fruit for breakfast and make the veggies for other meals.

how many psych meds do you currently take?

BeyondtheRainbow · Oct 27, 2018 at 09:48 PM

5

Do your meds slow your weight loss?

Oct 28, 2018 at 12:24 AM

My current meds? I'm not sure. The only one of my current medications that is notorious for weight gain is Seroquel XR. It's certainly not making me lose weight, but gain or have trouble losing? Again, not sure. I've mentioned before that 17 years ago before I ever took a bipolar medication I was only 4 lbs less than I am now. If I really set my mind to diet I could lose good weight. I'm just not in the right place mentally right now. I have been 20 lbs less than I am now only 7 years ago. At that time, I was on Lithium, my current meds (but Seroquel XR only maybe 250 mg or so) and Geodon. After going off Lithium and Geodon my Seroquel XR dose went up to 600 mg. I did put on weight, but again...Was it just Seroquel XR's fault? I doubt it. My weight has gradually gone up over a 6.5 year period. I barely exercise. I'm thinner than most women in my family at only 16 lbs overweight. There are some fat genes involved. I don't really feel that overweight. That's part of my problem.

Do you have a medication that you "like" or really appreciate?

BeyondtheRainbow · Oct 28, 2018 at 12:33 AM

Emsam and clozapine. Both are kind of pain in the butt meds but they make enormous difference in my life.

What do you do when you can't sleep?

Oct 28, 2018 at 12:43 AM

listen to music, use the computer, read, etc etc.

I can't just do nothing- I need to actually be doing something, so just resting for example is not an option for me.

what is one psymptom or part of your MI that you just can't get under control

Oct 28, 2018 at 12:42 PM

Sensitivity to triggers. I used to be much thicker skinned in my youth, and have the ability to blow off many things. Not so much anymore. Also, in my youth, I often had prolonged hypomanias that had to really be super fueled to reach full blown mania. Now, though my medications mostly keep me stable (more than ever), when I do get triggered, full blown mania can come on much faster and more furious. The good thing is, the mania can be extinguished faster and easier than in the past.

When you're hypomanic and/or manic, are you more often euphoric, mixed, or severely irritable?

Wild Coyote · Oct 28, 2018 at 01:48 PM

Hypomanic and severely irritable.

How serious are your episodes of depression?

Oct 28, 2018 at 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Wild Coyote

Hypomanic and severely irritable.

How serious are your episodes of depression?

Possible trigger:

serious enough I've tried to take my life 5 times

question: when you encounter people that don't understand/ don't listen, do you think it's because they honestly don't want to know?. don't know how to respond?. bit of both?

BeyondtheRainbow · Oct 28, 2018 at 11:01 PM

I think it is both. Depends on the person and situation.

Do you have any games you play on your phone a lot?

Wild Coyote · Oct 28, 2018 at 11:45 PM

No, I do not play any games on my phone. Perhaps I might like to do so?

Do you have insomnia and/or sleep apnea?
If yes for apnea, do you use c-pap?

BeyondtheRainbow · Oct 29, 2018 at 12:35 AM

WC-I love a game called Word Crossy. It's free and fun.

I have insomnia that is usually pretty well controlled but hasn't been lately. Mostly I've been waking in the night but last night and tonight I can't sleep.

I have mild apnea but no treatment is needed.

Would you ever travel to Antartica?

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BeyondtheRainbow Wise Elder Member Since Apr 2015 Location: US Posts: 9,264 (SuperPoster!) 9 9,440 hugs given	Oct 27, 2018 at 08:36 PM #149 Everything but the birds. Scared of birds. Do you get your 5 servings of veggies daily? __________________ Bipolar 1, PTSD, GAD, OCD. Clozapine 250 mg, Emsam 12 mg/day patch, topamax 25 mg, ,Gabapentin 1700 mg & 100-2 PRN,. 1.5 mg clonazepam., 50 mg Seroquel

Wild Coyote Legendary Community Liaison Member Since Jun 2016 Location: USA Posts: 12,735 (SuperPoster!) 7 70.9k hugs given	Oct 27, 2018 at 09:41 PM #150 I get 5 servings of a combo of fruit and veggies! I eat the fruit for breakfast and make the veggies for other meals. how many psych meds do you currently take? __________________ May we each fully claim the courage to live from our hearts, to allow Love, Faith and Hope to enLighten our paths.

BeyondtheRainbow Wise Elder Member Since Apr 2015 Location: US Posts: 9,264 (SuperPoster!) 9 9,440 hugs given	Oct 27, 2018 at 09:48 PM #151 5 Do your meds slow your weight loss? __________________ Bipolar 1, PTSD, GAD, OCD. Clozapine 250 mg, Emsam 12 mg/day patch, topamax 25 mg, ,Gabapentin 1700 mg & 100-2 PRN,. 1.5 mg clonazepam., 50 mg Seroquel

BeyondtheRainbow Wise Elder Member Since Apr 2015 Location: US Posts: 9,264 (SuperPoster!) 9 9,440 hugs given	Oct 28, 2018 at 12:33 AM #153 Emsam and clozapine. Both are kind of pain in the butt meds but they make enormous difference in my life. What do you do when you can't sleep? __________________ Bipolar 1, PTSD, GAD, OCD. Clozapine 250 mg, Emsam 12 mg/day patch, topamax 25 mg, ,Gabapentin 1700 mg & 100-2 PRN,. 1.5 mg clonazepam., 50 mg Seroquel

Anonymous32451 Guest Posts: n/a	Oct 28, 2018 at 12:43 AM #154 listen to music, use the computer, read, etc etc. I can't just do nothing- I need to actually be doing something, so just resting for example is not an option for me. what is one psymptom or part of your MI that you just can't get under control

Wild Coyote Legendary Community Liaison Member Since Jun 2016 Location: USA Posts: 12,735 (SuperPoster!) 7 70.9k hugs given	Oct 28, 2018 at 01:48 PM #156 Hypomanic and severely irritable. How serious are your episodes of depression? __________________ May we each fully claim the courage to live from our hearts, to allow Love, Faith and Hope to enLighten our paths.

BeyondtheRainbow Wise Elder Member Since Apr 2015 Location: US Posts: 9,264 (SuperPoster!) 9 9,440 hugs given	Oct 28, 2018 at 11:01 PM #158 I think it is both. Depends on the person and situation. Do you have any games you play on your phone a lot? __________________ Bipolar 1, PTSD, GAD, OCD. Clozapine 250 mg, Emsam 12 mg/day patch, topamax 25 mg, ,Gabapentin 1700 mg & 100-2 PRN,. 1.5 mg clonazepam., 50 mg Seroquel

Wild Coyote Legendary Community Liaison Member Since Jun 2016 Location: USA Posts: 12,735 (SuperPoster!) 7 70.9k hugs given	Oct 28, 2018 at 11:45 PM #159 No, I do not play any games on my phone. Perhaps I might like to do so? Do you have insomnia and/or sleep apnea? If yes for apnea, do you use c-pap? __________________ May we each fully claim the courage to live from our hearts, to allow Love, Faith and Hope to enLighten our paths.