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  • About Me

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    RuthMH

    Female, 54
    Dartmouth, NS, CAN
    Member since January 14, 2008

    • About Me

      I have been a member of DS since January 2008. I am a mother of 2 grown sons and I am the grandmother of THE most beautiful 2 grandsons I have ever seen. (No bias ofcourse.) I have been in a committed relationship for approx. 9 years to a man with a heart of gold. To my benefit, he is also my best friend. I have to admit that trust is a big issue with me so I probably will only reveal things about me in bits and pieces. I've joined to gain some knowledge (and courage) and when I feel comfortable enough, I'll probably ask for support in some of the many medical issues I have, and I'm hoping I'll have the courage to do this. And I hope to be able to help others too.

      I have been a member of DS since January 2008. I am a mother of 2 grown sons and I am the grandmother of THE most beautiful 2 grandsons I have ever seen. (No bias ofcourse.) I have been in a committed relationship for approx. 9 years to a man with a heart of gold. To my benefit, he is also my best friend. I have to admit that trust is a big issue with me so I probably will only reveal things about me in bits and pieces. I've joined to gain some knowledge (and courage) and when I feel comfortable

    • Interests

      Reading, writing, crosswords, jigsaw puzzles, and now the computer. The computer is something that I fairly new at. I just learned one year ago. So I jumped right in, bought a new one, and I've discovered there is a big world to discover and I'm off on an adventure that I'm loving so far.

      Reading, writing, crosswords, jigsaw puzzles, and now the computer. The computer is something that I

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    • Journal Entry for August 29, 2008

      Mood August 29, 2008 2:15am

         I haven't been active here for some time.   I have been peeking in, every now and then but not much more than …

    • Journal Entry for June 29, 2008

      Mood June 29, 2008 3:07am

      It's been more than a month since I have written in my journal and I know it is long over due.  Thank you to my friends who have nudged me …

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      From Shibumi September 7

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      From mikey2 May 10

      I hope all is well Ruth, msg me some time again and I hope we can connect.

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      From PAULT32 February 12

      Hi Ruth I know this message is late but congrats on your wedding to Doug. Haven't ben on that much hence don't really repsond quickly these days. I have just sent an email to Chris, makes me feel daft for moaning about my probs. Anyway, thanks for the repsonse on my journal and I wish you and Doug all the best for the future. Paul xxx

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      From Mabou January 5

      Hi Ruth, Things are great here, Bernard is doing very well. I worked 12 hours on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve but was off on the 26,27,28,29th. We went to Antigonish to my parents and had a great time. Two of my brothers and two of my sisters and their families were there as well so we had lots of fun. So sad to hear about Chris, what is going on? I'll give you a call soon. Love Nellie

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      From LadyEve October 18, 2008

      HERE IS YOUR GOOD MORNING HUG AND HAVE A NICE WEEKEND!' LOVE YA! L/H/P, DEANA

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    • Close Epilepsy & Seizures

      As a girl I had Encephalitis and at 18 I was in serious accident. I'm left with 2 kinds of Epilepsy and a few variations of seizures. Some so severe they have broken my back,neck,chest bone, ribs,and other bones. Between seizures and side effects of meds, I've battled the difficulties with this for too long now.

      Treatments

      Ativan Working / Worked
      Tegretol Somewhat Helpful
      Topamax Too Soon to Tell

    • Close Encephalitis

      I got Encephalitis at age 6 1/2. Permanant memory loss and had to learn how to do everything again. I had to learn who my family were and how to speak,walk, etc etc. I feel like I've been looking to find the person I lost. Family have said I'm so different now. So who am I really?...and where do I belong? No one really knows.

    • Open Sexual Abuse

      RuthMH hasn’t entered any details for this support group.

    • Open Physical & Emotional Abuse

      Treatments

      Divorce Somewhat Helpful
      Leave Somewhat Helpful
      Talking Too Soon to Tell
      Writing Somewhat Helpful

    • Open Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

      I just can't get the words out of my mouth to talk about this. When I've tried, I completely fell apart. Not ready to make another attempt yet. Even the reasons for PTSD with me are a mere whisper, and ofcourse this is something I go to great lenghths to cover up and hide. My Dr. knows only a hint of my past and he's been a great support to me. I suppose I'll just wait and see.

      Treatments

      Art Somewhat Helpful
      Reading Somewhat Helpful
      Supportive Care Considering
      Talking Considering
      Writing Somewhat Helpful

    • Open Arthritis

      Of my long list of afflictions arthritis is one.Some days are better than others.Get down alot about all of my issues but I guess everyone does. None of us are special there (ha ha).I guess all I need to do is start over again tomorrow.

      Treatments

      Tylenol Somewhat Helpful

    • Open Osteoporosis

      Diagnosed 2 years ago(almost) and have since broken my back, again. I'm afraid of what is next. That's one of the reasons I use a cane now but my arthritis is another. The cane keeps me in check so I don't tempt myself on doing something that may put me in danger again.One day at a time.

      Treatments

      Actonel Not Working
      Calcium Too Soon to Tell

    • Open Brain Injury

      I had Encephalitis as a child. I have had Epilepsy since age 18. Fractured skull-bad accident,and things go on and on from there. Memory loss is difficult to handle. One day at a time.

    • Open Amnesia

      RuthMH hasn’t entered any details for this support group.

    • Open Coma

      RuthMH hasn’t entered any details for this support group.

    • Open Anxiety

      Treatments

      Ativan Working / Worked

    • Open Panic Attacks

      Treatments

      Ativan Working / Worked

    • Open Chronic Pain

      RuthMH hasn’t entered any details for this support group.

    • Open Depression

      Treatments

      Effexor Somewhat Helpful

    • Open Accidents

      Treatments

      Physical Therapy Not Working
      Surgery, Hand Somewhat Helpful

    • Open Insomnia

      Treatments

      Ativan Not Working

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