Hi Melissa,
I just wanted you to know that I can certainly understand your frustration in dealing with the meds for GAD. I too have dificulties with them. I get all kinds of reactions, side affects, that only increased my anxieties. I realize my anxieties, but then, I don't feel I can tolerate the side affects, and I certainly don't want the addiction. I guess it's a matter of weighing which direction you feel you would benefit most. For me, I simply can't go the med route, so at this point I am simply coping with it. Congratulations on finding the love of your life! Isn't it a truly wonderful thing! Take this love and fly. Try to relax and enjoy it. Have a wonderful day. :)