I have been anticipating this week for some time now and I was really having my doubts. My husband went out of town for 3 days and even though I had back up, I did not use it. I took the 3 days with my kids and we hung out, did our daily routine, karate, play dates, at home movies. Got a little anxious but I was able to handle it. Friday, he was gone all day and again, success! But today, was my reward. My friend set me up to attend a 5 hour Kaballah seminar. In the begining, I was looking forward to it, but as the day got closer, I could feel the self doubt. I haven't done anything like that in months. Well instead of fearing it, I looked at it as a reward. A spirituality reward for this whole week of challenges. Well, I went, and I listened, and I became intriguied. I had alittle panicky feeling toward the end, only because I knew it was almost time to go. I am so glad I went. I am so proud of myself for accepting the challenge and pushing through. Granted, I did need a small amt of klonopin to help, but I am not embarrased to admit that. I know that I will get over this hump. This truly is a triumph for me. I haven't felt this good in a long time. You got to get out there and do it. Face the fear, feel the fear, and make it over the mountain, and see the beautiful view that is life. Thank you MWC. I am looking forward to my life. Linda

Congratulations Linda!! That is such an accomplishment! I would definitely have anxiety if I had to be alone at night with just the kids, and for 3 whole days! So what if you had to use a little klonopin, it's not like you used it every time to were anxious, just to get you by if you really needed it. I am so proud of you, you did wonderful!! Take care and keep posting on the Triumph board!!
Rachel