Comments on: Womb and Gloom.

By: Linda

Linda — Fri, 26 Jan 2007 18:38:40 +0000

You’re not losing your mind, but I’m sure it feels like it. I think what you are feeling has to be normal considering the hormonal swings a + test can cause to you, and then to have it crash down? Normal, IMHO. Panic attacks sometimes come on when you least expect them, too, but it is good that you know when yours are likely to come on. I think this one hit you by surprise though. (hug).

I’m all for adding a fluffy kitten to the mix. Your little guy in the next post is adorable!

By: kerrianne

kerrianne — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 02:21:53 +0000

Not crazy, no. And anyway, losing your mind over something like this is completely rational. You have a right to lose it, I mean. And a right to buy a kitty, or seven, to compensate. : ) Oh, and may I also suggest copious amounts of the dessert of your choice. I prefer Huckleberry pie, but I hear cake is nice, too.

Hang in there.

By: Jen

Jen — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 03:02:46 +0000

you are SO not crazy. I really want to find the words to comfort you… I’m so moved by your posts. The only thing I can think of is to tell you that we’re reading and there are people out here who care about your kitties and your krazies (I just made that up) and we are thinking of you… AND I say go for kittens.

By: elise

elise — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 01:00:09 +0000

I’m gonna agree with the comments above that blame hormones AND massive levels of stress for major anxiety attacks.

Stress alone will do that. Add in crazy hormonal changes, and I think it’s a recipe for disaster. Luckily, they will subside. After a while.

And – kittens! Never can there be too many kittens :)

By: Carol

Carol — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 00:26:34 +0000

oh, I am so sorry you are feeling so crummy. You are not crazy! This stuff sucks and makes you feel like crap and makes you feel crazy. It’s totally unfair.

I hope you feel better soon. and I hope that some hope returns for you soon.

By: Kim

Kim — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 20:30:12 +0000

I don’t think 4 cats are too much! We have 5 inside and decided we needed a puppy when i miscarried.
It really has helped hubby.

By: Jeni

Jeni — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 20:17:30 +0000

u can have my dog, really. he’s not the same as a, gulp, baby. but he does cuddle and he served as an excellent stand in for me for many years.

seriously, u can have him.

By: electriclady

electriclady — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 20:10:31 +0000

I agree with Pru. More pussy is always a good thing.

And GOD YES the hormones, especially coming on top of all the life stress (both good and bad) that you’ve been under, can definitely multiply your anxiety. You’re not losing your mind. You’re in pain, and I know we each wish we could take a little bit of that pain foro you.

By: Lut C.

Lut C. — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 20:05:28 +0000

Thinking of you, but don’t know what to say.

By: Josie

Josie — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 18:39:02 +0000

Hey lady. I have put off calling you for fear of “bugging” you, but I really want to do something/anything to make you feel better. I am sorry you are so depressed. Your body and all those crazy hormones are not making it any easier.

No, four cats is not too many. I do have a little something that I picked up to make you smile and was going to give to you in person. Since I don’t expect you to want to see people I may put it in the mail. Obvioulsy it is not a live cat, but it is kitty related.

I really wish I could make your pain and heartache go away.