ARGH!

[quinzel]

I am so tired of overreacting. I feel like my emotions have been working on overdrive for years, with me being pulled from one extreme to another with little control over the intensity of my feelings. I suppose I don't mind it so much when I'm happy, but the last few years have also held some of the lowest points in my life. I feel like I have

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[castalusoria]

::hugs:: I am thinking of you, and sending calming thoughts your way. Will send you an email-- let me know what might be some good dates to meet up to work on Threads? Would be glad to make you some dinner (or treat you-- it's my turn!), and fix you some tea so you can relax with your feet up...

Grandmothers are wise that way, and I know what you mean about having a hard time applying things like that. (At the same time, I wonder sometimes if, when they were our age, they got as wrapped-around-the-axle as we do-- and that wisdom came with time and practice... and we're in the middle of getting to that wisdom on our own...)

If it's at all possible, try to get some down time alone (ha, this coming from me), and just breathe. Take a bubble bath. Let your brain reach out and take in some of the evening-out energies we're sending you.

[quinzel]

Thank you, I'd love to hang out. I finally took the initiative and scheduled the kids for the next month and a half. If DiG doesn't have a problem with it, I'll actually be able to make plans:-)And no, my Grandmother was sharing wisdom she too had problems following. As to down time, that's part f what set this off. Time alone to brood when I'm well rested. There's a reason I keep myself busy;-)

[castalusoria]

Oh, I heard that, about 'busy.' There's a reason I choose not to drive alone on trips of more than about four hours. Too much time inside my head makes me really grouchy.

[sjo]

I agree with what castalusoria says, and add, look, you're going through a difficult time right now. Lots of plates to spin, and a few big things that would throw anyone'e emotions for a loop. Please be good to yourself. Cut yourself a little slack. Remember that you have friends here who will be happy to listen or talk or whatever.

*hug*

[quinzel]

Thank you:-) I had assumed the worst was passed. My mistake. I hope to schedule a modest chick night at my place in the next month or two. I believe there are still people we know who haven't seen "Phantom of the Paradise":-)

[sjo]

To be honest, I think a lot of us chicks could use a modest chick night of some sort.

And yeah, once you think the worst has passed, that's when it hits you. So please, please be easy on yourself.

[the_smith_e]

Sorry to hear that. Feel free to call sometime if you need to vent.

[the_smith_e]

Oh, and tell D that V loves Tigger!

[quinzel]

Thank you. Plans are afoot to see more of people. I'm glad she likes him:-)

[evcelt]

I will add to the ::hugs:: heap and quote Desiderata:

"Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself."

Stressful times overload your resources and stretch you thin. I recommend tea (or maybe a wee nip o' the water of life ;-) and other relaxations. Dig out a "comfort book" and re-read it.

And in case you need a reminder: you are a wonderful person, and we love you. We're your friends and we're here for you.

[quinzel]

Oooooo. Scotch. Usually I go for tea as a restorative, but it is likely time for the bigger guns. Thank you for the enduring friendship and kind words:-)

[weasel2000]

I got a bottle of 25 year Macallen :-) *HUG* I know between work and other things you got a lot going on. I'm sorry you felt overwhelmed. A nice cup of tea may help you relax :-)

[divalion]

Just so you know, I have no negativity towards you and always am glad to see you when we're at the same parties and stuff. I would love to hang out with you sometime when you're feeling more social!

[quinzel]

LOL:-) No, you radiate warmth, not negativity. Thank you, plans are afoot to be more social in the near future, and I would love to see you.