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demia
Female, 53, Carol Stream, IL
"Making it one day at a time.One foot in front of the other. Trying to make it until you come home Nick."
12:23am, July 16, 2008

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    demia

    Female, 53
    Carol Stream, IL, USA
    Member since April 21, 2008

    • About Me

      I'm a nail tech.and receptionist at a hair salon.I have 4 children,3 girls and 1 boy.The boys name is Nick who is now in the Army,deployed to Aphganistan on April 3 08.He joined right out of high school,and is now only 19 yrs. old.My main thing right now is staying positive that he will come home alright, mentally,and physically.I need to stay strong for him.I haven't figured out exactly how to do that yet.My family and friends are trying to be supportive,but I don't think they really know how.

      I'm a nail tech.and receptionist at a hair salon.I have 4 children,3 girls and 1 boy.The boys name is Nick who is now in the Army,deployed to Aphganistan on April 3 08.He joined right out of high school,and is now only 19 yrs. old.My main thing right now is staying positive that he will come home alright, mentally,and physically.I need to stay strong for him.I haven't figured out exactly how to do that yet.My family and friends are trying to be supportive,but I don't think they really know how.

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    • Journal Entry for October 13, 2008

      Mood October 13, 2008 9:58am

    • Wedding is over

      Mood September 28, 2008 8:15pm

        The wedding went great and was alot of fun! My daughter was beautiful and looked so happy. They are so relaxed together, you can tell …

    • About Time

      Mood August 13, 2008 9:58pm

       I haven't written much lately, since I'm having a hard time putting things into words.

        So I decided just to write! I have so many …

    • Don't Know

      Mood June 13, 2008 10:03pm

       I guess I should say some positive things in my life instead of dwelling on the bad. Yes, my son is at war and I'm terrified everyday. But, …

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      From fanceface June 8

      stopping in to say hi glad to know things ar going well for you. matt will be in texas by the end of the month.keep on smiling. marion

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      From mamabake March 13

      Thank you for thinking of me! I've been working alot of hours at the hospital (I'm a nurse, lots of sick folks out there!) I heard from Alex today and got an APO address finally! Thanks again. The support here is wonderful!

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      From ArmyWifenMom February 19

      been thinking of you alot and hope all is good with you and yours. I had surgery and am still in recovering. Hubby will be home in 2 wks. I pray your doing well. Godbless you , Torena

    • Moment of Peace

      From fanceface February 6

      not sure what is gonn happen he is on his way home now have not heard rom him in three or four days he wants to stay here with the wife buti am not comfortable with that at all. there is so much anbd he is gonna force us to be around her and his sister dont want to be around her. we are all hurt and she did the worst thing she could do to him. i raised my boy better an a cheater is a loser get rid of them, if she did it this early in the relationship well i cant trust her. i dont car if she says it was just a kiss and it was foreced how many tims did she have se with them and she is not telling us. anywho just taking it day by day gonna make him a sign saying welcome home pfc mccoy yoou are our here. but i dont know when he will get here or if we get to go to the airport, and that will kill his dad we ahve always been there.

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      From fanceface February 2

      how is it going? matt is supposed to leave abad tomorrow to start his way home for R & R. Things are pretty bad here his wife did a bad thing and now it is a whole mess and not sure how to handle this. i am just hoping that matt has a nice time while he is home. i think he is staying at his inlaws, we are having issues with the wife. i would have to explain it to you. anyway hope you have a nice day.

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    • Close Military Families

      I'm a 51 yr. old mom who's 18 yr old son joined the Army.I was not thrilled by this.I will support him and our troops,but not the war.He is now in Aphganistan for 15 mo.I'm scared out of my mind.How do I go on with everyday life as usual,when nothing is normal anymore.I'm trying to be strong but my insides are ripped out.I need to find an outlet for the stress,so he doesn't feel it when he calls.

    • Close Graves' Disease

      I had radiation treatment for graves disease 5 yrs. ago i have never felt good again.the weight gain dry eyes and mouth ,and my hot flashes are horribble.i never get out of bed and feel great anymore.my meds have been lowered and raised over and over.my stomach hurts all the time.it seems like my bowels have forgotten how to work normally.

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      Radioactive Iodine Somewhat Helpful
      It stopped my heart palpatations.but they can't seem to keep it regulated.When i go on a low dose i feel tired and forgetful.when it get put on a higher dose i feel jumpy and crabby.i also have weight gain from hell.i can't say anything is better.

    • Open Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

      I have been suffering from irritable bowel for over 15 yrs.I've been on so many medications,and nothing takes it away.I always have to watch what I eat.I also have to make sure a bathroom is close most of the time.It is embarrassing at times.The stomach aches are so bad sometimes I have to stay at home.

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      Avoid Certain Foods / Chemicals Working / Worked
      I have tried staying away from spicy or red sauce foods.It helps to a point.
      Bentyl Somewhat Helpful
      It helps the cramping,and gas that doesn't move.
      High Fiber Diet Not Working
      Gave me worse stomach pain.
      Probiotics Too Soon to Tell
      Haven't been on it long enough.
      Aciphex Somewhat Helpful
      Only works to a point.It does take the burning away.

    • Open Depression
      Type: Clinical (Major) Depression

      I feel like my whole life I've been fighting to be happy.I always feel like I'm not as good as everyone else.It takes everything in me to get up and keep moving.

      Treatments

      Effexor Considering
      Lexapro Working / Worked
      Psychotherapy Somewhat Helpful

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