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Old Jul 14, 2007, 11:04 AM
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I stepped outside of my comfort zone—I invited a coworker over to my house. We spend last night painting (pictures) –it was really nice. I tend to isolate and I never invite people to my house—it is my private space. I feel like I let somebody into my private world. One of my goals in therapy is to develop another real life friendship. We have a lot in common and I think we might become friends. I feel real good about it.
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Old Jul 14, 2007, 11:09 AM
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Old Jul 14, 2007, 11:35 AM
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Hurray for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Old Jul 14, 2007, 11:37 AM
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What a great step!! Good for you!
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Old Jul 14, 2007, 11:56 AM
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DePressMe -

That really is great news, it gives you an opportunity to really grow.

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Old Jul 14, 2007, 11:59 AM
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(((DePressMe))). This is GREAT news. It is nice to have friends that you have something in common with. Take care (((DPM))). Soidhonia
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Old Jul 14, 2007, 11:59 AM
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Way to go. I hope it blooms and feeds your soul. Let me know how it works out and how you do it. I need the same thing here, but I'm afraid of rejection.
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Old Jul 14, 2007, 02:04 PM
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DePressMe, that is HUGE!!

Congratulations and I'm glad you're feeling good about it and looking forward to a new friendship!
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Old Jul 14, 2007, 02:11 PM
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That's a wonderful thing to do! I am like you, in that I work on my art and stay home in my little shelter here away from people...never invite people in! You are a great example for all of us!
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Old Jul 14, 2007, 03:48 PM
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nice to know stepped outside of my comfort zone
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Old Jul 14, 2007, 06:37 PM
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wow.what a huge step! good for you!
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Old Jul 15, 2007, 09:39 PM
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I'm happy to hear this! Friends are like Family you get to pick, and friends are nice to have, Some one who cares about you, Will help you and If you need to talk, Theyre there! I wish you luck with your friendship!
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