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« on: June 27, 2015, 06:43:43 PM » |
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When I first came here life was very bad, extremes of BPD behaviors and alcoholism and medication abuse. No diagnosis, then denial following when it was diagnosed. Worked our way through accepting a diagnosis, which resulted in endless overdoses and paramedic call outs, intakes to alcohol detox units. Thanks to being here we worked through this and alcohol issue has been gone for 2 years now, free of medication abuse and ODs, for a year. During the last two years we have also had to deal with stage 3C breast cancer, mastectomy,chemo and radiotherapy, which was very testing for such a fragile state of mind We have lived together for about 8 years through all this. Marriage was off the cards for me until such time as these dramas and uncertainties were happening. Still very low functioning with plenty of BPD thinking and needy behavior, but there is minimal conflict or aggression between us. I have learned so much, not only dealing with BPD, but personal self confidence and interacting with others in general has greatly improved. Just posting here taught me to freely express my thoughts and take on board having those thoughts being challenged As I have regularly advised clarifying why you do what you do, what you can affect, and what you can't then making a choice is the key to thriving rather than just surviving. I feel more in control of my life than i probably ever have been. Frustrations are seen for what they are, temporary obstacles not brick walls. Happiness does not depending on a cure, i can live with a little harmless craziness, it makes life interesting. Today I am putting my money were my mouth is and we are getting married in a couple of hours. It is a confirmation to the commitment that I will be there for her until the end. This would not have been possible if not for bpdfamily.com and all the supportive folks that pass through here  Thanks Waverider |
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« Reply #1 on: June 27, 2015, 06:52:32 PM » |
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This is just extraordinary, waverider.
Congratulations to both of you. And thank you for the challenging wisdom and maturity of your contributions to this community. There's no telling how many positive ripples in the force your thoughts here have provided us.
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« Reply #2 on: June 27, 2015, 06:54:13 PM » |
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Congratulations Waverider! I am so happy for you both and wish you the very best! Yay! |
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« Reply #3 on: June 27, 2015, 09:00:41 PM » |
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Outstanding! Very best wishes.
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« Reply #4 on: June 27, 2015, 09:06:04 PM » |
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Congratulations.
Very happy for you both
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« Reply #5 on: June 27, 2015, 09:24:06 PM » |
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« Reply #6 on: June 27, 2015, 09:36:11 PM » |
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Congratulations, waverider! Not only in perservering, but also working on your side to make things better. That's a great success story for you and your wife.
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« Reply #7 on: June 27, 2015, 09:40:31 PM » |
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Congratulations Waverider! This is wonderful news, I believe very strongly in marriage and may God bless the union of you two and those who are praying for the same, like myself
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« Reply #8 on: June 27, 2015, 10:03:15 PM » |
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Congratulations!
And thank you for passing on so much wisdom!
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« Reply #9 on: June 27, 2015, 10:50:39 PM » |
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Congratulations!
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« Reply #10 on: June 28, 2015, 03:49:39 AM » |
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Congratulations Waverider! Have a happy, happy day!
And thank you for all your good advice!
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« Reply #11 on: June 28, 2015, 04:18:56 AM » |
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Wow! Congratulations and best wishes for your future.
Keep posting... .
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« Reply #12 on: June 28, 2015, 05:21:39 AM » |
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Jobs done  Now theres a Mrs Waverider Thanks for your kind words everyone |
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« Reply #13 on: June 28, 2015, 07:34:53 AM » |
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I'm late to the party but here are my heartfelt congratulations also !
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« Reply #14 on: June 28, 2015, 07:43:01 AM » |
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Jobs done Now theres a Mrs Waverider Thanks for your kind words everyone Congratulations to the Waveriders! |
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Oh, give me liberty! For even were paradise my prison, still I should long to leap the crystal walls.
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« Reply #15 on: June 28, 2015, 09:58:26 AM » |
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Wow, congrats! Your attitude is a great inspiration to me |
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« Reply #16 on: June 28, 2015, 11:21:40 AM » |
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Congratulations! All the best for the future |
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« Reply #17 on: June 28, 2015, 12:38:43 PM » |
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Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Waverider
I wish both of you the best.
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« Reply #18 on: June 28, 2015, 02:19:36 PM » |
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Big "THUMBS UP icon" !
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« Reply #19 on: June 28, 2015, 02:33:51 PM » |
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You are an extraordinary person that you've stayed through so much (BPD and breast cancer). Congratulations and wish you both a long, happy and healthy life.
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« Reply #20 on: June 28, 2015, 03:06:46 PM » |
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« Reply #21 on: June 28, 2015, 03:37:20 PM » |
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Glad you came so far Waverider for your wife and you I wish you all the best including some dark and also Grey days. The mix that defines your personal normal life that is perfectly right for both of you. |
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« Reply #22 on: June 28, 2015, 05:37:54 PM » |
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Congratulations! You are an inspiration! Hugs to you and Mrs. Waverider.
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« Reply #23 on: June 29, 2015, 10:57:44 AM » |
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Congratulations Waverider! I am very happy for the both of you.
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« Reply #24 on: June 29, 2015, 12:38:49 PM » |
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Inspiring! Congratulations... .
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« Reply #25 on: June 29, 2015, 05:19:40 PM » |
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Congratulations, Waverider! I know when I first came here... .I was wreck, too. But, I found support here like no other, and you were the very first person who said things in such a simpler, direct way that helped me in my own marriage I wish you nothing but the best of wishes in the days and years to come! Bless you and your wife! |
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« Reply #26 on: June 30, 2015, 04:08:20 AM » |
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I hope you and your new wife had a lovely day.
Thank you for all your insightful comments and support on this forum, which I have found really helpful over the last couple of years.
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« Reply #27 on: June 30, 2015, 07:09:08 AM » |
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Heading off for 10 days in a surf beach front cabin on friday  Middle of winter here though so could be a bit fresh |
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