What kind of freaky energy is going around?

[Scott Harness]

WOW! Damn that gun control...

The neighbors used drugs to OD.

[ZEUS]

The neighbors used drugs to OD.

Sorry, my friend. I didn't mean to come off as insensitive - just trying to make light of a dark time...

This year has been tough; I can totally empathize with being depressed and 'on the verge'. I remember saying "I am stepping out of this life one way or another!" - classic me . I'm on an up-swing right now though. Found out I am not getting laid off anytime soon, as I was instead, moved to a great project that really challenges me! Really busy again! That means no 6-month long roadtrip, however. But this year's unsuredness forced me to start seeing a counselor a couple months ago - a few people know how out of control I had become (worse anyway). Those few sessions helped... it has been good to get out a bunch of negativity and get me back on course. Trying to redirect all that energy right now... it's like fighting cancer, in a way, I think. Anyway, I don't mean to make this about me, just offering what I have found daunting and helpful lately (I'm not afraid of oversharing). I hope you are able to help lift your wife's spirits instead of her dragging your's down. Stay strong and positive, it'll get better!

[tomdietrying]

Scott,
I'm sorry to hear things aren't going well. Let's go out for a beer. I just tried to call you, but I can't find your number on the Rolladex. Yes, I still use one of those.
Peace.
Tom

p.s.
Give me a ring when you get time.

[tom4bren]

Scott,

My thoughts and prayers go out to you & your wife too.

I went through a very bad divorce. It was the worst 10 years of my life (Yup - the ex dragged it out for 10 LOOOOONG years). It was also some of the best times of my life because Brenda was with me through it all. Never underestimate the impact you can have on your spouse. I'm glad your wife has you to help her through this.

Maybe you should introduce her to this forum. Raggin on Ldub, ZEUS & Handee on a daily basis can be very theraputic.

[Ldub]

Sorry to hear of troubled times Scott...

And you're right, it's some awfully weird times we're in.
Earlier in the summer, some people I knew through mutual friends decided to check out of the whole "walkin' around, breathin', & seein' things" experience, & gassed themselves in their garage...just plain makes no sense.

Best to You & Mrs. Scott, hope she's back to feeling better soon!

[VX crazy]

Scott, I am so glad she finally made the move, its been a long time coming! It can only get better! And there is something strange for sure going on! I can barely count how many people I have know that have died this year, add to that major traumas.....something funny going on.

You feeling ok with everything going on? If you need a getaway you can come down to Austin saturday and celebrate Jays bday with a late lunch!

[nocturnalVX]

I hope things keep on getting better for your wife, for you, for everybody! Things can get messed up sometimes, but it is easier to overcome with good friends & family. I feel sorry for those out there without that support. Good luck, and I wish Cecilia & I could join y'all for that "late lunch"!

[Scott Harness]

Scott, I am so glad she finally made the move, its been a long time coming! It can only get better! And there is something strange for sure going on! I can barely count how many people I have know that have died this year, add to that major traumas.....something funny going on.

You feeling ok with everything going on? If you need a getaway you can come down to Austin saturday and celebrate Jays bday with a late lunch!

I'll try and make lunch PM sent

[Scott Harness]

Sorry, my friend. I didn't mean to come off as insensitive - just trying to make light of a dark time...

No offense taken Justin,I'm glad you're doing better.
Thanks for the honesty and encouragement.