mamakaren Posted August 4, 2009 Share Posted August 4, 2009 Group: New Member Posts: 4 Joined: Yesterday, 12:42 PM Member No.: 18,481 Hello to everyone, I am new to this site and very very grateful to have found you all. It is forty three years after the deed and I am just starting to deal with it in a meaningful way. I guess better late than never.I have shut down emotionally over the years and I'm no longer sure what I feel. All these years I thought I was well adjusted but my therapist is showing me how all the "problems" i face are symptomatic of having PTSD and Atypical Depression. My eyes are being opened and I am feeling overwhelmed and really stupid. I have spent the entire day reading everything and posting some things here and cannot believe what an amazing group of women you are. Every one of you have my deepest respect and highest praise for being such brave warriors--no matter where you are on your journey. I know the courage it takes and the pain that drives you. Thank you all for coming together in love and support. Sincerely, MamaKaren Link to post
tmj1984 Posted August 4, 2009 Share Posted August 4, 2009 Hey MamaKaren, Welcome to AS!!! Link to post
Becky Posted August 4, 2009 Share Posted August 4, 2009 Hi, Welcome to After Silence It definitely is better late than never; we all do what we can to survive. I am glad you found us and I hope you will find all the support and understanding you need. I look forward to getting to know you better. Becky Link to post
sara_enlightened Posted August 4, 2009 Share Posted August 4, 2009 welcome to AS.... i hope it helps your healing.... and yes, wonderful ladies here. sara Link to post
w2e Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 Hello MamaKaren.. Welcome to AS.. And thank you for joining us.. Link to post
whimsical1 Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 Hello MamaKaren, and welcome to AS. You're not stupid in any way! Get to know some of the Adult Survivors by clicking the link below. http://www.aftersilence.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=54369 Link to post
Guest SaraElizabeth Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 Hi mamakaren and welcome to AfterSilence My name is Sara and I am a member of the Newbie Support Team which was set up to help new members, so if you have any questions or need any help then please feel free to send me or another team member a message and we'll do our best to help you Its normal to be overwhelmed, and you are most definitely not stupid. You are also a warrior - you have survived and are here with us and I'm glad you found us. This site is so full of care and support and the atmosphere is one that is warm and loving I'm looking forward to reading your posts and getting to know you Take good care Sara Link to post
traceyelizabeth Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 Hi. Welcome to AS this is a great place and we welcome you with open arms. Take care. Love Tracey. Link to post
dodo Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 Hi and welcome to AS best wishes karen Link to post
emt Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Welcome to AS. I am glad you found this site and hope it helps you to feel supported. emt Link to post
beeper Posted August 7, 2009 Share Posted August 7, 2009 hi and best wishes. look forward to talking more. Beeper Link to post
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