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  • About Me

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    Arty

    Female, 35
    baltimore, MD, USA
    Member since April 12, 2007

    • About Me

      I am a 33yr. old single mother of 2 a son 14 and a daughter 1 month old. I work full time and volunteer monthly at church with the young mothers group. I was diagnosed almost 4 yrs. ago with bipolar disorder. I am an incest and rape survivor. I am trying to lose about 25lbs.

      I am a 33yr. old single mother of 2 a son 14 and a daughter 1 month old. I work full time and volunteer monthly at church with the young mothers group. I was diagnosed almost 4 yrs. ago with bipolar disorder. I am an incest and rape survivor. I am trying to lose about 25lbs.

    • Interests

      I love reading, doing word search puzzles and sudoku. I like meeting new people.

      I love reading, doing word search puzzles and sudoku. I like meeting new people.

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  • Journal

    • feeling better

      Mood July 10, 2008 1:40pm

      I went for a walk around the reservoir with my dad this morning and then we drove over to the farmer's market and got some fruit and …
    • bereavement

      Mood June 27, 2008 12:38pm

      Over the course of the last 2 months I have lost two of my close cousins.  Verna passed from complications of diabetes and obesity.  She …
    • It's Good to be back.

      Mood June 24, 2008 5:44pm

      Well being a new parent takes a lot out of you.  Since my last entry I have gotten affordable licensed childcare for my little girl.  I …
    • totally disgusted

      Mood April 24, 2008 5:25am

      My babysitter quit on me and didn't even have the guts to tell me.  I took my daughter to the babysitter's house yesterday morning at 7 …
    • What The Heck was I thinking?

      Mood April 18, 2008 8:32pm

      I volunteered on Tuesday to babysit my co-workers baby for her since her regular sitter quit at the last minute.  My supervisor was threatening …

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      From Anni48 March 30, 2008

      Welcome to the group. Enjoy getting to know everyone. Anni

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      From liz62 September 12, 2007

      I hope that new job is going well. I work in a hospital and I know ER work can be pretty stressful. Take your time and you will soon know everything you need to know. Have a great day.-Beth

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      LOve that is cleansed by tears will remain eternally pure and beautiful. Kahlil Gibran

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      From dolores1961 May 15, 2007

      good afternoon, my dear friend!!! hoping your day will be an excellent one with much joy! Just as spring and summer bring to us the beauty of all God's grace and warmth of His touch through nature, so, your friendship brings, to me, those virtues from the heart of love in sincerity! by dolores t. with love :D

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  • Goals

    Progress

    10 %

    Goal End Date is Sep 8, 08 442 days ago.
    Current Weight (Lbs)
    174
  • Support Groups

    • Close Bipolar Disorder

      I am 32 yrs. old I have lived with bipolar disorder my entire life. I wasn't diagnosed until age 30. I have 1 son age 13. He was the catalyst for seeking help. My family has a history of mental illness. Depression on my mom's side and bipolar, schitzophrenia and depression on my dad's side. I worry that my son will have this disorder. My doctor says thats probably not likely if he hasn't shown any signs as of yet but we still watch out for any signs.

      Treatments

      Abilify Working / Worked
      I have been on abilify since my initial diagnosis. Other than an initial reaction which my doctor gave benzotropine for I have been quite calmer.
      Wellbutrin Working / Worked
      The wellbutrin helped stop the constant crying and sadness that would keep me paralyzed in bed all day everyday. I would only get up when my son came home from school.
    • Close Diets & Weight Maintenance

      I am 32 yrs. old and at 4'9" I weigh 182lbs. I have high cholesterol and I want this weight off. I haven't tried anything except portion control and walking. I dusted off my tae-bo and sweatin' to the oldies videos. I used them when I lost weight from having my son. My girlfriend found a belly-dancing video. I want to try that. any other suggestions are welcome.

      Treatments

      Eating Healthier Foods Working / Worked
      I eat alot of carbs and not enough veggies. I eat when I'm upset or excited. My boyfriend and I eat alot of fast foods, 3 times a week.
    • Open Fitness Goals
      Type: Improve overall fitness

      I am a 32yrs. old. I am about 50lbs. overweight. I am just getting the hint really. My cholesterol level is a concern says my doc. I can feel the weight when I try to go up and down stairs, or walk distances not really long either. I don't look out of shape but when I look in the mirror I don't like what I see anymore.

      Treatments

      Physical Exercise Working / Worked
      I used to walk all the time but now I've become very sedentary. I'm ready to get moving. I don't want to be fat anymore.
    • Open Single Parenting

      well I have a 2 month old at home and a 14 yr old who now lives with his dad. My daughter's father and I have been together for 10 yrs. but we don't live together.

    • Open Parenting Newborns & Infants (0-1)

      I'm the parent of a 2 month old baby girl. I have a teenager as well. Big gap I know. I need some advice.

      Treatments

      Attachment Parenting Too Soon to Tell
      Research Somewhat Helpful
      I ask questions wherever I can think of books, internet, dr.'s.
    • Open Bereavement
      Type: Loss of a Relative

      My cousin Verna who is also my best friend died of complications with diabetes and obesity on May 24. Then the police found my cousin Nikki's body about 2 blocks from my house. I have Bipolar Disorder so I don't know how to feel.

      Treatments

      Crying Too Soon to Tell
      I just found out so I'm still numb.
      Support from Friends & Family Too Soon to Tell
      Sharing info with family.
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