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Sharon, Thank you so much for your words of encouragement. I went back today and other than the fact that I was sick (I've had a cold and an ear infection for over a week) it wasn't bad. I usually do better once I'm there, and today was no exception. I was very glad I went since my assistant wasn't there this morning and I didn't know she wasn't going to be there. My students have a hard time when one of us is gone and it is worse when both of us are out. I definitely agree with you, Sharon, we are two of the lucky ones. I know many people don't have the support and understanding of their families. I thank God every day for him. Thanks for your encouragement and support! Kelly
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Kelly, Try not to be so hard on yourself. You need to believe in yourself as i believe in you. My husband has been very supportive throughout this. There has been moments thought that his support was wavering but he always came through. I think we are one of the lucky ones who have the support of our families. One other thing to think about is maybe you are not ready to go back to work. Take the time that you need and heal yourself as you are the most important person in your life. Take care and I look forward to hearing how your return to work went. Sharon
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I just needed to vent a little and I know he wouldn't agree but I always worry my husband will get tired of hearing me. I start back to work tomorrow after almost 2 weeks off and I am really anxious. This was a really hard Christmas for me as it was the first one without my father. We were very close, and it has been a long hall. That continues to weigh on me more some times than others, but I also struggle a lot with changes in my schedule. Even going from the weekend to Monday is often hard for me, so after 2 weeks it is even worse. My stomach is rolling and twisting so bad sometimes I feel like I'm going to be sick. My husband tries so hard to be supportive and encouraging, but sometimes I feel badly that he has to put up with me when I get like this. I get so frustrated with myself when I slip. I think I'm doing well, and then boom, I'm crying all the time, I just want to sleep, and I either don't want to eat anything at all or everything in sight. It is very discouraging when I do my meditation, journaling, therapy, prayer, and sitting in front of my "happy light" as my husband calls it, and still have such low points. Well, I'm going to get my clothes ready for tomorrow and see if I can get myself calmed down. Thanks to anyone who listens.

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