To everyone

[A.S.]

Hey everyone.. This is my second time postig. Im not to good at this kind a thing, so here I go. Been clean 23 days and no opiates. I work in a professional job so Im here every other day to catch up on the forum. My heart goes out to everybody detoxing. Ive been putting quiting in my head for months and did it. This forum and all U people contributed. When I got the urge I went to the forum and read everyones story, thats what saved me. Just wanted to write a little something this mornin. Hang in there, there is light at the end of the tunnel.... AS

[Milo]

Jules -- Thank you for the thoughts about IBS. I feel a great sense of relief any time someone, like you, can understand this bane of my existence. Like depression and addiction, I truly believe people can't understand it unless they've experienced it. And to make matters worse, nobody talks about it or even seems to take it seriously.One of the new drugs, Lotronex (?) only worked for women (why?) and was pulled by the FDA after complications arose in some patients. Last i heard, patients' groups were lobbying the FDA for it to be back on the market. Another drug was not approved at the last minute due to the possibility of its causing gall bladder problems. I've had some trouble this past week, but have been pretty much symptom-free for 3 months via a combination of just about every "possibly effective" drug & supplement known to humanity. Thank goodness my close friends understand (you can't spend a weekend in a small apartment or hotel room and avoid the issue!) They just say, "I've got plenty of toilet paper!", and we go from there! Thanks again for thinking of me.
mickeytim -- Is this your first post? If so, welcome! I'm happy to hear from you anytime. -- Milo

[mickytim]

I just found out about this posting today. You people crack me up! why can't I find this much truth and honesty and support for anything else I 've tried or seen? wish all of you best of luck and stength you can communicate with me I' ll alway's write back

[jennyfla]

Hey girl, you crack me up!
You should see what happens to 'em after you nurse three!!!!
They used to be a part of my body that i was proud of, now i feel like i need a microscope.  Of course, i used to be a bit heavier years ago too, oh well, combo of nursing and then now drugs and low weight, could be worse! :)
Thanks for thinking of me, you're always in my thoughts too!
Take care of yourself and sweet baby Cole!
Lv Jenny

[A.S.]

Hey Kristen, Im still going through the same thing. But as I keep saying everyday gets better and better. Today was a rough day for me to. When this happens I read the old and new forums. This helps out alot. Stay strong and you will see that beautiful light for sure. The best thing to do is occupy your time and keep busy. As each day comes about it happens less and less. My self personally, I told myself Ive had enough of this b.s. and that was it. It seems to me thats what u did too. At one point in the process it would call me every 5 minutes, I thought I was gonna go crazy. Just kept saying to myself go to hell and dont come back you screwed up dragon. Its worked so far. Youve gon this far, so to me youve already made it. Write if you need me anytime... Youre detoxer in arms A.S.

[Kristen]

Hi,

I was reading through the forum and what you had written about taking 4 (10's) in the morning before you got up, then 2 more at 8:00 am, etc. is exactly what I did.....I haven't taken any Lorcet's in 19 days....but I'm still having some cravings.... physically, I feel OK, but mentally, my mind wont stop thinking about being "high" and getting OUT of my head and feelings... what has helped you through this part???  I definately am seeing things differently, but I'm wanting to numb myself for some reason....anyone have any suggestions???

[A.S.]

Jbear, Thanks...Yes a huge amount of time. The light is so bright I have to wear foster grants lol. It relly does get easier everyday. Those first three weeks are hard but under the belt now. Im not a big writing person but thanks for the reply...I am lurking out here in forum land and will be reading on.. Thanks A.S.

Witchy woman, You should be very, very proud. Ive been walking around with my head up high. This is the biggest accomplishment for me in a long long time. As I have said before it does get easier each passing day. You keep those feathers sprawed out as far as they will go 24 hours a day... I can tell you are going to do this. Just keep thinking, I dont want this running my life any more. You be cool A.S.