13 hours later

@andriaperry (116936)
Anniston, Alabama
December 17, 2022 8:12am CST
I woke on Friday morning at 4am with severe depression. I don't know why, all I can think is all my problems came crashing down at once. I had no one to talk to, I cried for hours. My only comfort was my cat, little boy, he continued to follow me around the house, standing on his hind legs for me to hold him, getting in my lap when I sat down. I went to pay my last big bill for this year, I was running late for work, my first time, so I called and let her know, she was good with it. I got to work and told her my problem with co workers going home early and that left me as cashier and one day stuck only me and the other assistant manager the only people working the store so he was on register too. That I didn't get to work on my department but a few hours all week. With that being said she told me to work my 4 hours in my department and she gave me a copy of my part of the manifest, what I'll get on truck day, so I'll know where to prepare to stock what's coming. Later she asked me if I was okay because my eyes were still swollen and red. I replied with a yes, I don't mix home and work. I could only get 4hours because I couldn't go into overtime. I got the two isle's done and ready for the 400 boxes of candles coming to my department, the other 115 boxes were small appliances and washing detergent, baggies and cleaning supplies. I came home and could finally eat something, I now had a sinus pressure headache and went to sleep. I slept 13 hours. But..... I made it one more day. My Friday sucked, I hope yours was better.
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@sallypup (61052)
• Centralia, Washington
17 Dec 22
It's so easy to be isolated in our society. I wish you could find somebody to talk with. I send you hugs and love. I am glad you had Kitty Boy. One moment at a time.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
17 Dec 22
I do need someone to talk to, my best friends husband has cancer so I wouldn't dare burden her
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@sallypup (61052)
• Centralia, Washington
17 Dec 22
@andriaperry I wish there was somewhere for you to go, to not be so totally by yourself. I am finding even a moment of saying Good afternoon! to one of the women in the gym's locker room to be a help. Just little things like that. We know we are not alone and we can stop for a second and say something small, acknowledging that we are in the same room.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
17 Dec 22
@sallypup that's why I work as much as they allow.
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@wolfgirl569 (106065)
• Marion, Ohio
17 Dec 22
Hope it starts getting better soon. You have it right. One day at a time.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
17 Dec 22
Me too.
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@popciclecold (38636)
• United States
17 Dec 22
Sorry you had such a bad night. It is always worse when it comes through the night. Thank God for your cat. He knew.
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• United States
17 Dec 22
@andriaperry Good Cat. Lol.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
17 Dec 22
Yes he did.
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@DaddyEvil (137257)
• United States
17 Dec 22
I'm sorry things are going so difficult for you right now. Just try to remember that things will get better. It just takes time.
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@DaddyEvil (137257)
• United States
18 Dec 22
@andriaperry You're welcome.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Thanks DE
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@RasmaSandra (79781)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
17 Dec 22
Virtual hugs to you and I really wish you all the best and hope things get easier for you,
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Thank you, they have to get better.
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@arunima25 (87770)
• Bangalore, India
17 Dec 22
Sorry about the condition..but you have said it rightly like a fighter... you made it one more day. Stay strong. Sending all positive vibes and thoughts for you. With some warm hugs. Take care.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
17 Dec 22
Thank you.
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@arunima25 (87770)
• Bangalore, India
18 Dec 22
@andriaperry You are welcome . I hope that you are feeling much better now
@Manasha (2742)
• Pondicherry, India
18 Dec 22
Depression is an ever-present reality for many individuals, and it can be all too easy to feel completely overwhelmed and alone. It takes immense strength to be able to pick yourself up and keep going in the face of such a difficult and dark emotion. The story of this individual is an inspiring example of resilience in the face of adversity. Even with the weight of depression upon them, they were able to make it to work, and even managed to get some work done. The kindness shown to them by their boss, in understanding their situation and allowing them to get some work done in their department, was admirable. The story also serves to highlight the importance of emotional support, both in the workplace and in personal life. The presence of the cat, Little Boy, was a comfort to this individual in a difficult time, and demonstrates the importance of emotional support and companionship. The story of this individual serves to remind us that, even though it can be hard, it is possible to keep going in the face of adversity, and that it is important to reach out for emotional support when needed.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Thanks
@RebeccasFarm (89880)
• Arvada, Colorado
17 Dec 22
Yes, one day at a time..I am well familiar with this and having no one. Sorry it is like this Angie for you. God help you make it through another day.
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• Arvada, Colorado
18 Dec 22
@andriaperry I know it is. Proud of you though.
@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Thank you. It's hard.
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@TheHorse (218655)
• Walnut Creek, California
17 Dec 22
My moods vary too. I hope you are feeling better.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Yes I do, thank you.
@just4him (317040)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
17 Dec 22
I'm sorry you were depressed with a terrible headache. I hope today is much better.
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@just4him (317040)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
18 Dec 22
@andriaperry You're welcome.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Thanks Valerie
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@Dena91 (16608)
• United States
18 Dec 22
I am sorry that things came crashing down on you and you had no one to talk with. I am glad though that kitty boy knew to stay close and love on you. Praying for you.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Thank you
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18 Dec 22
So sorry about how you were feeling last Friday. How are you today? I hope the following week will see you well and happy. Hugs...
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Thank you
@LindaOHio (178331)
• United States
18 Dec 22
I'm so sorry, Angie. You can PM me any time if you want to talk. I hope your days are better from now on.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Thanks but I don't see it happening.
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@LindaOHio (178331)
• United States
18 Dec 22
@andriaperry I'm sorry to hear that.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
@LindaOHio I'm sorry to be so negative but that's how I feel about life at the moment
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@lazydaizee (6735)
• United Kingdom
18 Dec 22
I hope you feel better now. It is awful to wake in the morning with depression.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Yes I do feel a little better
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
20 Dec 22
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• United Kingdom
20 Dec 22
@andriaperry Nice to hear it. Does the weather affect your mood when you wake up? I always feel a bit down if the weather looks bad when I first wake up.
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@GardenGerty (160642)
• United States
17 Dec 22
That was a really rough day. It seems they need to not let people go home early all the time. Our Friday was decent.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
I'm sure that will be addressed. Glad your day was decent.
@shaggin (72125)
• United States
17 Dec 22
I wasn’t up at 4 am but if you have Facebook messenger or Instagram you can always pm me there if you need someone to text when your feeling that sad. I would see the messages when I wake up.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
At the moment I don't.
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@kanuck1 (4434)
17 Dec 22
Life can be tough at times.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Yes it can.
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@LeaPea2417 (37350)
• Toccoa, Georgia
17 Dec 22
I hope this coming week will be better for you.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
17 Dec 22
I know it's going to be.
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@Juliaacv (51154)
• Canada
17 Dec 22
I am sorry that you felt that way. I feel like this job may be a good distraction, we all get down at times.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Yes it is.
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• United States
17 Dec 22
I'm really sorry Angie that your Friday sucked. I hope your Saturday is better and that as each day comes it's better than the previous one.
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
18 Dec 22
Thanks, my Saturday is okay.
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