Just one day left before we leave for Hershey and I am so excited!
For those of you who asked, yes, the agitation of yesterday was directly related to coming off of the Zyprexa. I had to leave work early to go home and take one. Apparently, the mixed state is something lurking just beneath the surface and I need the Zyprexa to keep it at bay. I have been feeling like I’m riding the edge of an episode and apparently I was right. I’m still uncertain about why that mixed state is a constant. I believe that it has to do with the Abilify and think I’ll have to have that argument with the psychiatrist again. I never entered a mixed state at all until I came up on the Abilify. And now it seems to be right there, just waiting. Abilify may be this fabulous, next generation drug for bi-polar disorder, but there’s nothing that says it will work for everyone!
I’m much better today, being back on the Zyprexa. Being off of it didn’t fix the vision issues, so that could be related to the Abilify, as well. I think I’ll be saying “Adios!” to that medication when I next see the psychiatrist. As for side effects, I’m trying not to look at any of that information. I’m way too open to suggestion. So, that’s Terry’s job. He looks up the side effects when we’re not sure what’s causing one issue or another. Fortunately, it’s only been the eyesight so far. I’m trying to take the side effects with a grain of salt. After all, I’d rather be fat (or blind) and happy. Hopefully not famous last words. 😉
But, back to the exciting stuff. HERSHEY! I’ll be meeting up with Cathy and Suz, at the very least. I haven’t decided whether or not to bring any trade items with me, in the hopes of getting rid of some of my excess stash. Any opinions? I’ll also be meeting with Sandie Vanosdall. We’re working through some spots with the model I have currently, so we’ll have a chat about what to do. I’m also hoping that someone will show me how to do punch needle. I’ve resisted the urge so far, but I had a talented punch needle designer approach me about adding her designs to OSL, so I feel like I need to investigate it as an option. Even if I don’t stick to it as a long-term craft. Because goodness only knows I have more than enough crafts in my life! 😆
Oh yeah, I HATE reading the side-effects page! I only read it (for myself – I always read it for the kids) if I’m pretty sure I’m actually experiencing side effects of some sort.
Take care, and HAVE FUN in Hershey!!
Yay! We’re going to have so much fun. I have to admit, though, I’m going to have to leave the stitcher’s lounge for a few hours in the evening, just to watch the end of the Phillies games. I won’t stay in my room like a hermit for the whole games, but I just have to see the outcome!
Glad to hear that the agitation has abated some. Have fun in Hershey! One can really have too many crafts-LOL
Oops, that was meant to say-one can NEVER have too many crafts.
If you think the side effects page is bad, what do you think i do when I have full access to most of the articles on Medline and Pubmed?!!
I’m bringing tons of stuff for the swap, if only because that means they’ll never enter my house again. Some of it is stuff I’ve gotten from other people (either free, exchanged, or as gifts), and some of it is stuff I’ve acquired over the years and have decided I don’t want/need any more.
I’m just happy the stuff will be 2000 miles away from me 🙂
Oh, Jenna, have a fabulous time in Hershey! Can’t wait to hear your report. 😀
Have a great time in Hershey!
Punch needle – I know lots of places are selling it, and lots of people are doing it, but what is it? It looks like rug making on a small scale!
Some doctors will never get the fact that even some medicine is new and improved and works on most people there really are those people who can’t use it because it’s not suitable for their system.
Of course there will be side effects with every medicine, but they should *end* at some point, and yours just seem to stay along.
I hope your psychiatrist listens to you and gives you another medication to try with.
And have fun in Hershey! 🙂
Hey GF: I have friends who enjoy the punch needle stuff a lot. Some of the patterns are quite cute / kewl. Personally, I’ve not taken that path.
Enjoy Hershey.
I hope you can get the medications all sorted out. In the meantime though, I hope you have a fabulous time in Hershey! Punchneedle is fun! You should try it!
Have a great time in Hershey. I hope you get your psychiatrist to listen and agree with you to try something else.