DisplacedGRITS

Hey all. Just needed to post a quick thread. My family isn't doing anything specific but my irritability factor is at about a 9.5. Just the usual ********. "We'll leave in 15 minutes." We are still sitting around with no sign of leaving 45 minutes later. It's really getting me. I just can't wait till this part of my vacation over. I just want to get tomorrow's 10 hour car trip over so I can see my husband again. Being with him is a calm, safe place. It's like a detox for my soul and mind. Thanks for reading my post. I hope everyone else struggling tonight find some peace soon. Thank you all for such a wonderful, supportive community. I am honored to be a part of it.

Xyphen

Isn't it ironic how vacations, though intended to relieve stress and promote relaxation, always end up doing the complete opposite? Every year I always say its best to just stay home wearing pajamas and do nothing but watch movies and play games the whole time. Now that's relaxation.

Anna

Hi,

You've been doing great on this vacation and you'll be so proud of yourself for keeping it together. I hope you have a safe and uneventful trip home tomorrow.

Sapling

I kind of looked forward to detox myself...What a long strange trip it's been...You did great!

DisplacedGRITS

Lol...thanks everyone! I'm going to chill in the lobby and watch TV for a few. Anything to get away. I need a vacation from my vacation!

Dominica2

Keep it up, you are doing awesome. :o)

DisplacedGRITS

Hey y'all! We're on the way back to Alabama from Central Florida. About halfway through the trip. I tell you, I have handled this like a champ! My sister has had several totally asinine comments and conversations I have successfully avoided commenting in for the most part. She is now completely encroaching on my side of the seat (as inher legs are on me) and it's really not bugging me too much. Ah, this feels so awesome to not be pissed! Just had to brag!

Shining~Again

10 HOURS in a car and sis is encroaching on your space?>!?!?!
there ain't enough Sleepy Time tea in the world for that. :-D
godspeed!

DisplacedGRITS

Lol, Angel! She's readjusted for the n-th time and I got my lap back. Boy, this trip would have pissed me off to no end when I was drinking. Is this what it's like to be clear headed and balanced? Is this sobriety? I haven't craved much at all through this madness. If I can do this, anyone can.

Elisabeth888

I feel you. Family can be so very annoying. It does not mean that we don't love them.

Hevyn

I remember how worried you were - so very glad it's turned out ok. Very proud of your accomplishment.

Shining~Again

possibly this vacation is a test of some kind. I like to think about how certain thing happen for a reason. It's a coping skill for myself to deal. I have mega fears of long car rides. I think anything that seems confining, where I can't get out of the situation is a "ACK. I am freaking. I will die. I will kill other person." Of course, I am just fine....kinda. hee!
What doesn't kill us makes us stronger, right? Right!

Sapling

You deserve a medal....