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Chris1981 
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About Me
Chris1981
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About Me
family, friends, movies, and gardening have gotten me through some tough times. i'm a laid back person, who wants to see more of the world. traveling more, and spontaneous road trips with no predetermined destination are two things i want so badly to do, once i can overcome my social anxiety. i also enjoy gardening during the spring and summer. gardening is a passion of mine, and is very rewarding for me. i just recently picked up on the hobby of photography, and of course, those who know me, know i love iced coffee. i have social anxiety/shyness, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (my ocd has faded this past year), and generalized anxiety disorder. My journal is my story and my journey.
family, friends, movies, and gardening have gotten me through some tough times. i'm a laid back person, who wants to see more of the world. traveling more, and spontaneous road trips with no predetermined destination are two things i want so badly to do, once i can overcome my social anxiety. i also enjoy gardening during the spring and summer. gardening is a passion of mine, and is very rewarding for me. i just recently picked up on the hobby of photography, and of course, those who know me, know
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Interests
family, friends, gardening, traveling, photography, cooking, movies, sunflowers, iced coffee, working out, sports, music, paranormal
family, friends, gardening, traveling, photography, cooking, movies, sunflowers, iced coffee, working
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371 hugs given, 274 hugs received, 114 photo uploads, 49 journal comments, 40 photo comments
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Chris1981 gave AGirlOnLifesRoad a hug 8:15pm
Hi Kirsten! :) awww! :) Thank you for the wonderful hug. :) my family and i are so very happy, and delighted…
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Chris1981 gave Bess2 an I'm with you 7:35pm
good evening Bess, and family. :) We hope you all are having a nice peaceful day. :) We're thinking of…
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Chris1981 commented on stardust’s photo 7:10pm
This is amazing Deb! :) You put lots of love into baking this turkey themed cake. :) it's awesome!!!…
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Chris1981 commented on stardust’s photo 7:06pm
This is beautiful! :) Deb, it's one of the most wonderfully heart warming things, i've ever seen. :)…
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Chris1981 commented on stardust’s photo 7:02pm
everything looks great! :) i love your decoratives Deb. :) That's a sweet towel and pot holder, and…
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OOPs I forgot to answer your question about the ducks. I asked the wrong person in my e-mail so I have to call the people later....they said they would mail me a postcard but I haven't received one yet. I am getting so anxious to know their plans regarding the ducks...maybe Monday I can call them and find out more...they will be closed over the weekend.
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Yummmmm!!! Thanks for the Fudge!! I love it!!! The chocolate chip muffins were ultimately put in a bread pan instead...LOL....the same great taste though!! It turned out very yummy!! I posted a pic of it....have some!!! LOL....I am so glad Kayla is feeling better and her chest is all clear now!!!! good!!!! It is good she got some more medicine too...now she will really be on the mend and good as new!!!! It sounds like you had lots of fun today!!! I did too....got lots done today....a little laundry too. Have a great restful evening now...love you all...you are wonderful friends and I am glad all is well!!!
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See You Later
Hi Chris! *Hugs & Kisses* Yeah I love the Twilight movies :) The theatre was really packed - lots of people going to see the movie. It is a very popular movie. I can't wait to see it again :) Awww I'm so glad your excited about the weekend, I love weekends too :) That's awesome that your gonna be watching paranormal state and ghost adventures. I love those kinds of shows, realy spooky!!! Glad to hear Kayla is still feeling better and healing :) She's in my thoughts and prayers. I'm gonna go to sleep early tonight so I can be up and ready for the day and so I'll be ready to go to the competition :) It's gonna be a exciting day! Lots of things to look forward too :) But Yeah I haven't collected much Twilight stuff - I did eat a New Moon candy bar tho lol. It was yummy. It had all 3 charaters on the candy bar. I want the New Moon collectable cards :) They look cool! Well so far my headache is still feeling better. Yeah this is gonna be a amazing Thanksgiving! I can't wait to taste all the yummy food and be with family :) It's gonna be so cool :) Thank you so much Chris for supporting me and for being such a great, caring, and sweet friend. I can't wait to share our Thanksgiving stories with each other :) Take care and have a good night. I'll talk to you soon :)
Superhero Status
thanx sweet chris that's good news the doctor said kayla lung is clear glad you had fun baking today I went to safeway northgate mall is getting a new dollarstore that's will be fun shopping and watching football for the weekend another day thanx for the great comments hi mom and kayla your family is real special 2 me have a great evening
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thanks & sending this special friendship flowers 2 Kayla 4 special healing, 4 her 2 share with u & the rest of her family. thanking God 4 her healing & pray that she will b like new very soon.
i keep saying that i'll go 2 the dr. & when it comes time, i'm feeling better. blessings, hugs, & lol. bess
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Support Groups
Close Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
OCD took control of me in early April 2002. Diagnosed, April 8th, 2002. I've worked very hard to overcome it, and I've had success. At one point, my ocd was so severe, my contamination ocd was in complete control, and I couldn't open doors or turn on the hot or cold water faucets. To do so, I would use a clean paper towel, or clean shirt. lots of hard work and determination. OCD no longer controls me.
Close Anxiety
Hi, my name is Chris, i have social anxiety/shyness, ocd, and generalized anxiety disorder.
Open Shyness
my shyness reached the pathological shyness level. at one point, i was afraid to even answer the phone. i'm on my way back, and no longer hiding behind my shyness. i am trying hard to become more social.
Treatments
- Prayer Working / Worked
- Socializing Working / Worked
- making eye contact, and speaking to others helps me build up my confidence, and improves my social skills
- Positive Thinking Working / Worked
- thinking about all the good things to come.
Open Depression
Type: Clinical (Major) Depressiondepression does snap at me at times, but you all keep me in good spirits. :) my wonderful family and wonderful friends. :) i love to keep busy each day. :) keeping my thoughts focused on positives, and all of the great things to look forward too, helps me a lot too. :)
Open Panic Attacks
i'd have panic attacks when my ocd was severe. my social anxiety currently causes me to have panic attacks
Open Restless Legs Syndrome
my legs do get restless at times. doing stretching, and walking helps me a lot. :) i've also been cutting back on my sugar and caffeine intake. :)
Open Phobia
Type: Social Phobiai have a social phobia, and it can cause me to have anxiety attacks sometimes. i'm trying to overcome it.
Treatments
- Socializing Working / Worked
- making eye contact, and speaking to others builds up my confidence, and helps me improve my social skills.
Open Environmental Allergies
Type of allergy: Polleni have seasonal allergies (spring and summer) pollen makes my allergies flare up
Treatments
Open High Blood Pressure
i try to watch my sodium/salt intake as much as i can. :)
Treatments
- Avoid Certain Foods / Chemicals Working / Worked
- i try to stay away from salty foods, and at least limit my sodium intake
Open Healthy Eating
from 2003 to 2006, i lost 41 total pounds, and i currently weigh 195 pounds. i've been able to maintain this weight. i love to eat healthy. i do enjoy my treats though!
Treatments
- Physical Exercise Working / Worked
- i try to work out, on my exercise bike, at least 5 days a week. i also enjoy going for walks.
Open DailyStrength Members Community
i love DS, and helping. :)
