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    I think I need to get out....

    I think I need to leave this week; my husband just showed me how unstable he is, and I think this might escalate. I posted last week about what happened then; well, things have been alright this week. He was sad Monday, Tuesday better, and seemed fine by the end of the week. Last night when I...
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    What just happened?

    I feel absolutely nothing inside... I came home today, he'll hardly talk to me. Not mean, just sad. I asked him how his day went, and he says, "I got through it." He goes to take a bath at 5; I asked if he was feeling sick (he thought he had a cold all last week); he tells me "not really...
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    What just happened?

    Thank you all for your responses. We talked for a bit this morning, but I just can't help feeling he's trying to manipulate me emotionally (everything I do is for you, I love you so much, etc.) He began by telling me if I was going to leave, just do it quickly-- I never mentioned leaving to...
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    What just happened?

    I feel like I'm going crazy tonight (and I apologize, this is going to be a looong post). My husband and I have been married for six and half years, the first five of which were pure hell. He was suffering from depression and a series of bad jobs; during this time he was *very* controlling; he...
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    Teaching a college class...frustrated...............

    RE: Teaching a college class...frustrated................. I teach at the college level: short of using a cattle prod, I have yet to figure out how to get freshmen to pick up book without excessive amounts of complaining! A few will, and I try to engage them in broad discussions about themes in...
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    Clothing problem

    A new wardrobe is just the motivation I need to keep going-- it's going to be one heck of shopping trip this summer!!!! I have a pair of jeans I've kept for the past ten years that I bought when I was a sophomore in college--I finally got in them this past weekend:) I can't tell you how many...
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    Clothing problem

    I suppose this is a good problem to have, but NONE of my work clothes fit! I was getting ready for work last week, and my pants were hanging around mid-hip. I tried a belt, but they look baggy everywhere, and I can't wear them. The problem is I can't afford to replace my suits, and I've got...
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    Who gets eye strain?

    I get eye strain occasionally, though not as often as I used to. It feels like the muscles around my eye are very tight-- I can pull along my temples, and it will relieve it for a second. I've found there are two things that cause it: sinus problems and dehydration. Alleve helps me!
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    Sugar vs. Splenda

    Personally, I'd recommend sugar, but that is only because I'm allergic to Splenda!!!! I tried it when it first came out, and it gave me awful headaches in addition to affecting my mood severely. I looked around online and found that for a small number of folks, such types of reactions can...
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    Shoe Inserts

    Were they Insolias? When I googled for inserts, their name came up a lot, but with mixed reviews. :)
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    Shoe Inserts

    I ordered a gorgeous pair of black heels, and they just arrived today. They were comfortable for all of 5 minutes before the balls of my feet started to ache. I've got some Dr. Scholl's inserts in them now, but they aren't cushy enough to offset a 3 inch heel-- any suggestions for other...
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    Is there a good hair darkening shampoo?

    I use Aveda's Black Malva for mine, especially during the summer when my hair gets streaky from the sun. I have to use it for a few days before I can really see the difference, but it seems to last for a while. Also, it's a great conditioner. The only drawback is it will color your fingernails...
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    Cymbalta/Lexapro Response

    What a rough year- I'm sorry for all that you've been through! Regarding your class, you were soooo close to a C; have you spoken with the professor about it? I'm in a humanities discipline, and sometimes, especially when there are extenuating circumstances, I can usually find a point or two...
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    Burnt out this week....

    I've got nothing done for the past three hours....I'm soooo burnt out from Christmas all I want to do is lay on the couch and watch movies. Is the weekend here yet?!!!! :)
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    Step cardio comparable to Cathe

    You might also try Cristi Taylor-- she's got a couple of good ones, like Solid Gold Step, which are a lot of fun with great music. The moves are complicated, and there's not as much intensity, but it is still a great workout. :)
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    Stepmother issues....

    Warning: this is a bit of a vent! I'm not certain what has come over my stepmother recently. Lately, it seems like she has been going out of her way to start fights and create problems. Case in point, Christmas! My sister and I started trying to figure out Christmas plans in early...
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    Help, I need advice from afternoon/evening exercisers

    RE: Help, I need advice from afternoon/evening exercise... I have always been an afternoon exerciser, mostly because of college. When I was taking classes, early morning was a great time to get work done and still is! I research until 5 pm, then work out after that. I'm a morning person, and my...
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    Need treadmill recommendations

    Stay away from Keys! We bought one several years ago. The first year, I bet the repair man came to our house at least four times to fix it, everything from the belt to the computer. They finally sent us another one, and though we didn't have computer issues with it, the bearings went out, the...
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    bags under the eyes

    After looking at a lot of reviews, I just ordered Teamine Eye Complex; it's supposed to be great for circles and wrinkles, but I think I read somewhere that it can help with puffiness. Amazon has it for $55 a jar. :)
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    venting

    I second the above suggestions that you need a break-- a movie is a great idea! And no GUILTIES allowed. I spent 8 years in graduate school, and rest days are an essential part of being successful. You cannot be at your best if you are worried, stressed, not sleeping, etc. After a few years...
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