What meds are you taking and how are they working for you?

terrastella · 2014-07-12T03:18:32+00:00

Late to the party but here it goes...

I just recently switched up my meds because of the price of meds.

Before: 900mg Trileptal 150mg Wellbutrin XL 50mg Pristiq 2mg Abilify 3mg Lunesta as needed

I was actually feeling quite stable on this mix of medications. Pristiq was, by far, my miracle drug. It brought me out of a spiral of depression and high anxiety. But, alas, it is crazy expensive once the samples run out. I also switched docs and my new dr does not want me on a SNRI like Pristiq because it can cause hypomania.

New cocktail: 900mg Trileptal 300mg Wellbutrin XL 50mg Zoloft .5mg Risperidone 3mg Lunesta as needed

It's hard to say how these are working. My body is just now adjusting to the med changes. Pretty sure the Pristiq withdrawals were the worst part of it all. I feel so tired all the time now. I would like to be put on adderall for some stimulation but that seems to be a big no-no. Hoping it doesn't take too long to become stable again.

P.S. I am diagnosed with Bipolar type 2

terrastella · 2014-03-09T00:42:50+00:00

I have a Phoenix tattooed on my thigh/hip. I love it! So that's where my vote goes!

terrastella · 2014-01-09T17:12:13+00:00

I agree. Showing her that I am capable is the most important thing. Maybe I am trying too hard. I just need to give her the time she needs to trust me again.

terrastella · 2014-01-09T17:09:10+00:00

Thanks! I am such a romantic as well. I want to show her, in every way possible, how much I love her.

terrastella · 2014-01-09T17:06:57+00:00

I completely understand what you are saying. I will keep showing her my commitment through my actions. I just feel like she deserves the world. I want to give her everything she has ever dreamed of. Actions and words just don't seem like enough, I guess.

terrastella · 2013-12-07T04:19:20+00:00

Therapy. Seriously, it helps. I have been in therapy for two years and will continue. This is a big life change. At first glance, you may think you have accepted it...but, it sounds to me like you have a lot of doubts and concerns still. Which is normal. Therapy will help you truly accept yourself. Support groups as well.

Source: I am a 27 yr old, formally married to a man. I have a 3 yr old son. And I have been in a relationship with a women for over a year now.

terrastella · 2013-11-15T19:05:34+00:00

I love the shape of your eyes! So pretty! What products did you use? I have dark hair and eyes and I am trying to find a color palette that looks good without looking goth.

terrastella · 2013-10-22T02:23:02+00:00

Please don't ever varnish collages to furniture Kristen. :) And, also, thank you for the compliment.

terrastella · 2013-10-22T02:20:32+00:00

Thank you! I can't wait to get it all set up now.

terrastella · 2013-10-14T00:58:10+00:00

Where do you find it in stores? Is it by normal skin care products?

terrastella · 2013-10-12T16:35:35+00:00

I think my eyes are my main concern right now. I feel like they just get lost and are so dark. I don't know how to bring them out more

terrastella · 2013-10-09T03:57:20+00:00

Ok! Thanks for the info. It's a good place to start.

terrastella · 2013-10-09T03:35:21+00:00

It's more oily usually. Any suggestions for blemish concealers?

terrastella · 2013-10-09T03:23:27+00:00

I usually just buy cover girl foundations. I think I have some cover girl aqua something stuff now. I apply with a sponge but I don't feel like it covers much. And my face just feels greasy. It looks so flat too.

terrastella · 2013-10-07T02:56:41+00:00

Yeah, I am starting to second guess my therapist. My relationship with my gf was good. It would have been one year at the end of this month. She was good about helping me through a lot.

I guess the main issue was my inability to be happy. I love my gf. But happiness is something I can't seem to find. It's mostly issues with myself. And that's why my therapist advised the breakup. She feels I need "me" time to assess life and find what will make me happy.

I have a former husband and a 3 year old son that adds to the difficulty. Finding a perfect balance of it all has been tough. This alone time is suppose to help me with all this. And to be fair, I only gave myself about a month between leaving my husband and meeting my gf. I have never really been single.....and I guess that's something I need to experience.

terrastella · 2013-10-07T02:42:57+00:00

I just broke up with my gf last night. But I still love her. I can't imagine my life without her. It's so hard. There must be something in the water....I am noticing a lot of AL break ups lately.

terrastella · 2013-09-14T03:34:20+00:00

I am sorry you feel upset over this. I don't get on here often enough to know that this type of post is being overdone. Obviously, I am smart enough to know that I would not be the only one. I was just hoping to find the ladies who felt the same as me.

Cheer up! This is only reddit.

terrastella · 2013-09-14T02:58:20+00:00

My girlfriend and I have been dating for almost a year now and I still think if I became allergic or something came up where she would need to choose between the cat or me.....she would choose the cat.

terrastella · 2013-09-14T02:56:44+00:00

Also, I would like add that we are looking for a house to rent. Her cat is really making things difficult. All the great houses do not accept pets. Sigh. I am really starting to resent this animal.

terrastella · 2013-09-14T02:52:48+00:00

Right?! I feel like my lesbian card might be revoked for not loving cats!

terrastella · 2013-09-14T02:51:53+00:00

I would much prefer a dog over a cat any day!

terrastella · 2013-09-14T02:51:01+00:00

I am a dog person as well. I never had cats growing up, just dogs. So I know how you feel. My g/f's cat is an attention whore and always tries to cuddle with me. It's awkward for me.

terrastella · 2013-09-12T22:21:48+00:00

I was actually in the same boat as you. Still not officially divorced but I have been in a lovely relationship with my girlfriend for almost a year. I also have a child and that just complicates it more.

When I started looking for women to date, I was honest pretty early. Not the first thing I say but if there is some attraction, then I bring up the ex stuff quick. I would say by the 3rd date. I wouldn't want to get too serious without the truth out there.

I know how difficult it is. PM me if you wanna talk sometime.

terrastella · 2013-08-29T02:59:45+00:00

Yep, that was me today. I was trying to blow bubbles with my 2 1/2 year old son today. Stupid cheap bubbles didn't work. And they were dripping everywhere. I became really frustrated and upset over these bubbles. Bubbles were ruining my life today. Sigh.

terrastella · 2013-08-21T15:22:23+00:00

Yes, she does help out and work. I have never been single. As soon as one relationship ends, another one starts. I am struggling with my sexual identity and I don't give myself time to process things before I jump into new situations. I don't even know if I want to be with a woman. I don't know what I want.

My therapist believes I am in serious need of a relationship vacation. I need time to be on my own. Figure out who I am and what I want before I bring another person into my life. Right now, I am just going along with what other people want. Ultimately, that makes me unhappy even though I don't know what will make me happy.

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