Don't give in to defeat! I know that's so easy to say, and I continue to battle it myself. Still seeing a psychiatrist and being treated for depression and anxiety as a means of maintenance. It does well to talk about the depression and how this is affecting your life. Surely you're not alone in this. You're at the right place, that's for sure
We're all here to listen to one another, share our feelings, and keep each other uplifted. How beautifully Mark writes of his trials and triumphs. No matter what he writes, I've noticed, he always ends by expounding on the triumphs. He carries so much inspiration and spreads it around....thank you dear Mark .

I hope and pray that Nov 9th will become the beginning of a much better quality of life for you, to help restore some of the hope that you've lost.
Believe me, I know how sad it is to have to accept the things we can't do like we used to. It continues to hurt. Yet, we must find it in us to put those thoughts on the back burner and look towards the things we CAN do.
There will be opportunities around many corners, Ashley, especially being so young. Keep your high hopes and never let go of faith, as these two go hand in hand. You deserve the best in life.
There have been quite a few young people pass through this forum who have been able to go back to school, get married, and face life with many possibilities. You, no doubt will be among them!

We're always here for ya, and I'm sure you'll be a great inspiration to US as well! It's so good to have you!

Rae