Morning Jilly. Just checking to see if you had posted saying "hi". I've wondered whether you think this is kind of a weird or maybe even an overwhelming thing - so many people really caring about someone we don't even know? I think a lot of us - including myself connected with 1 bit, some or even most what you've said, through our own lived experiences at some part of life's journey, and I doubt whether any of us have sailed through years in our IVA's without some major hiccup or even catastrophe. The thing is that we are here, and we are posting because somehow, we managed to get through, and some are still fighting through. I can't want to speak for everyone, but I'm guessing that we are willing you on because we feel there is a way through for you too. The great thing about this forum is that we can choose to be anonymous, and share very personal, intimate details of our lives - some that aren't even being shared with our closest friends or family. I've shared stuff on here I never thought I would, but it feels so safe and my 'forum family' are accepting, loving, embracing, knowledgeable, practical, and so much more, and have got me through very dark periods - darker than they even realize. Please don't think there is any pressure to have to post on here, but I do hope you keep reading - unless you want to post and tell me to pee off!! x
IVA journey started: 30th March 2009. Settled: 17th July 2012. Completion Certificate received: 13th March 2013. Breathe. x