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momofalexa

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(06/26/09 07:52 PM)

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"Life is a millstone - YOU decide if it's going to grind you down or polish you up."

Happy Birthday, Lynne! I hope you have some relax time without L. pulling anything! Love ya'...talk to you soon...hope you are able to check in.

Heather
Mom of Alexa, (17 years old) Diagnosed BP-NOS (09/05), updated to BP II w/psychotic features (05/08)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Abilify (10 mg), Lamictal (200 mg), Klonipin (.5 mg) as needed
Topamax at night only (100 mg) Seroquel at night only (200mg) *when she is willing*
Attends alternative therapeutic high school (Ohio)

jalmil

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(06/27/09 01:52 PM)

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Happy Birthday Lynne!!!!!

" Talk" to you when you get back..

Lynn
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Mom to :
Jordon 19- BP II- :goodevil
Not taking any meds.

Alex 16 - Dyslexic and STILL learning to drive slap

Step Mom to :

Tasha 21 -healthy

Rob(Bubba) - 18 asperger syndrome - stopped taking meds.

Last Edited By: jalmil 06/28/09 03:19 PM. Edited 2 times.

tinymomthree

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(06/28/09 11:13 AM)

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Happy Birthday!!!

Tina
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lilyns

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(07/06/09 10:14 AM)

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Hi all and thanks for all the birthday wishes! Returned from Montauk in the evening on July 2nd and this is my first day back at work. Missed you all lots!!! I need to get to work, but want to briefly report that this was the FIRST TIME EVER that there were no problems or dramas in Montauk.

Lilah's two friends were there (Gaby and Marissa), which I thought might be disastrous, but happily, I was wrong. They all got along and I actually had a wonderful, restful time!!!

Lilah and Marissa presented me with a birthday cake at 9:00 a.m. on my birthday and insisted that I eat the huge slab they gave me. It was so big that even I almost got sick! Gotta go do work and catch up on all the posts I missed.

Lynne,
Mom of Lilah, age 16 (Abilify-15 mgms)

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(07/06/09 01:17 PM)

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"Life is a millstone - YOU decide if it's going to grind you down or polish you up."

Lynne, that sounds awesome! I am soooo utterly relieved that you didn't have to be the bad cop the whole vacation and that you actually got some relaxation time in!

Heather
Mom of Alexa, (17 years old) Diagnosed BP-NOS (09/05), updated to BP II w/psychotic features (05/08)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Abilify (10 mg), Lamictal (200 mg), Klonipin (.5 mg) as needed, Vyvanse (30 mg)
Topamax at night only (100 mg) Seroquel at night only (200mg) *when she is willing*
Attends alternative therapeutic high school (Ohio)

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(07/06/09 03:46 PM)

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Glad it all worked out and you had a good rest. Belated birthday greetings.

JoAnn, daughter 22, dysphoric bipolar disorder and insulin dependent diabetes, currently controlled with Lamictal, 400mgs, Lithium 450mgs, Seroquel 500mgs, Klonipin 1mg and two types of Insulin

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(07/06/09 06:01 PM)

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"For I know the plans I have for you ... plans for a hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11

YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wonderful report!! I'm so glad you had a wonderful and relaxing vacation and birthday. I'm so happy for you and for Lilah too. It was great for her to see how nice things can be when she behaves herself. I hope she was able to see that.

Chris

DS-Matt,17 : DSolder- 24 : DD- 22

Depression, dx May 2008, ADHD- dx age 9
refuses meds and NOT LIVING AT HOME BY HIS CHOICE
Waiting to see if he will attend the "Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy"
"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" Philippians 4:4

jalmil

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(07/06/09 07:00 PM)

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WOOHOO!!!! What a great birthday gift. Rest and relaxation!!!!!!!

Lynn
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Mom to :
Jordon 19- BP II- :goodevil
Not taking any meds.

Alex 16 - Dyslexic and STILL learning to drive slap

Step Mom to :
Tasha 22 -healthy -learning to drive slap
Rob(Bubba) - 19 asperger syndrome - stopped taking meds.

lilyns

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(07/07/09 01:10 PM)

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Thanks, guys! It really was nice to be able to relax and not be tied up in knots for once.

Lynne,
Mom of Lilah, age 16 (Abilify-15 mgms)

kristin3

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(07/09/09 07:40 PM)

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Happy Birthday! Grove sounds great for Lilah and great in general. I think it would be good for Alex too but I can't afford it or justify it.

Kristin

Alex 12-GAD, mood disorder, 37.5mg Effexor, 3mg Invega, 100mg Topamax BID

Matthew 10-ADHD, dysthymia, 300mg Wellbutrin XL

lilyns

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(07/10/09 01:29 PM)

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Great to see you're back, Kristin!

Well, Lilah webt back to Grove, but not without a good fight! Particulars later on...

Lynne,
Mom of Lilah, age 16 (Abilify-15 mgms)

momofalexa

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(07/10/09 02:13 PM)

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"Life is a millstone - YOU decide if it's going to grind you down or polish you up."

Of course she had to dig in her heels, eh? Oh, Lynne, sorry! Well, fill us in when you have some time to do so. I think you are becoming quite expert in handling her shenanigans...an upside perhaps!

Heather
Mom of Alexa, (17 years old) Diagnosed BP-NOS (09/05), updated to BP II w/psychotic features (05/08)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Abilify (10 mg), Lamictal (200 mg), Klonipin (.5 mg) as needed, Vyvanse (30 mg)
Topamax at night only (100 mg) Seroquel at night only (200mg) *when she is willing*
Attends alternative therapeutic high school (Ohio)

justlovehim

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(07/10/09 02:34 PM)

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"For I know the plans I have for you ... plans for a hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11

Is L back at school or still home?

Chris

DS-Matt,17 : DSolder- 24 : DD- 22

Depression, dx May 2008, ADHD- dx age 9
refuses meds and NOT LIVING AT HOME BY HIS CHOICE
Waiting to see if he will attend the "Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy"
"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" Philippians 4:4

lilyns

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(07/10/09 04:31 PM)

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She's back at school, Chris (as above).

Lynne,
Mom of Lilah, age 16 (Abilify-15 mgms)

JoAnnSW

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(07/10/09 05:14 PM)

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What a relief for you to have her safe in a good school.

JoAnn, daughter 22, dysphoric bipolar disorder and insulin dependent diabetes, currently controlled with Lamictal, 400mgs, Lithium 450mgs, Seroquel 500mgs, Klonipin 1mg and two types of Insulin

justlovehim

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(07/11/09 04:17 AM)

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"For I know the plans I have for you ... plans for a hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11

LOL, sorry, I guess I didn't read too well.

Chris

DS-Matt,17 : DSolder- 24 : DD- 22

Depression, dx May 2008, ADHD- dx age 9
refuses meds and NOT LIVING AT HOME BY HIS CHOICE
Waiting to see if he will attend the "Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy"
"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" Philippians 4:4

momofalexa

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(07/15/09 05:24 AM)

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"Life is a millstone - YOU decide if it's going to grind you down or polish you up."

Just wondering how it's going with her being at school. When is her next home visit?

Heather
Mom of Alexa, (17 years old) Diagnosed BP-NOS (09/05), updated to BP II w/psychotic features (05/08)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Abilify (10 mg), Lamictal (200 mg), Klonipin (.5 mg) as needed, Vyvanse (30 mg)
Topamax at night only (100 mg) Seroquel at night only (200mg) *when she is willing*
Attends alternative therapeutic high school (Ohio)

lilyns

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(07/15/09 09:44 AM)

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Hi Heather (and everyone),
For now, good news!!!

Lilah got right back into the swing of things at school and is doing great (again, at this moment!). She got all As and a B+ on her report card (for the two weeks she'd been there prior to break) and moved up to her next level (her "15s") so she now can use her cell phone (ugh!

) and has to check in with staff every 15 minutes as opposed to having to be within sight of staff 24/7. She was very excited yesterday and in great spirits. I truly think she likes Grove, but would never admit it. She was eager to join the local health club (for which I had to pay $100 for the entire year!) and will start today - thinks she needs to lose weight and wants to exercise. This club is reportedly "state of the art" and has every machine and gismo imaginable. We're not sure about her next home visit; I guess it depends upon how things go. Her advisor seems to think that she should have one overnight before the next 2-1/2 week break at the end of August, but it's up in the air right now.

Next week Scemi and I go up twice - Wednesday for family therapy and Sunday for Parents' Workshop, where we will "take part in some hands-on activities" that are part of their "therapeutic recreation program" (i.e., the "low ropes initiatives" - can't you just imagine Scemi and me swinging on a rope across a lake?

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Anyway...........things are A-OK!!! (until the next fiasco.

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Lynne,
Mom of Lilah, age 16 (Abilify-15 mgms)

JoAnnSW

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(07/15/09 10:01 AM)

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Wow a great report. I am so happy that you and Scemi FINALLY have some relief from the stress and drama and can relax, knowing that Lilah is in a safe place, seems happy, and is actually DOING WELL ACADEMICALLY. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy.

JoAnn, daughter 22, dysphoric bipolar disorder and insulin dependent diabetes, currently controlled with Lamictal, 400mgs, Lithium 450mgs, Seroquel 500mgs, Klonipin 1mg and two types of Insulin

momofalexa

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(07/15/09 11:23 AM)

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"Life is a millstone - YOU decide if it's going to grind you down or polish you up."

What a wonderful report! I know she would certainly NEVER admit to actually LIKING it there! It sounds wonderful and yes, I can imagine you swinging from tree ropes, both you and Scemi, what a picture! LOL!

Heather
Mom of Alexa, (17 years old) Diagnosed BP-NOS (09/05), updated to BP II w/psychotic features (05/08)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Abilify (10 mg), Lamictal (200 mg), Klonipin (.5 mg) as needed, Vyvanse (30 mg)
Topamax at night only (100 mg) Seroquel at night only (200mg) *when she is willing*
Attends alternative therapeutic high school (Ohio)

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