Thanks @jennycolada and @HisGirlFriday13 . Sorry for the update delay -- the meds they gave me were pretty rough on my system. I started the update and had to stop partway through. Then I was wiped and went to bed early.
I am so sorry to hear that you went through that. You and your fiance will get through this. I am glad that you went and that you aired on the side of caution with the meds. If you ever need to chat, vent, cry, someone to listen, etc we're all here for you.
This happened to me when I was 13, and I'm so deeply sorry that this happened to you. This community is a great place to come if you need support, and to echo @urbaneca, my inbox is also always open.
Thank you for updating Pumpkins. I am so, so sorry this happened to you. You and your FI will get through this, and you don't have to go through it alone. Your family, friends, and coworkers care about you, and we're here too.
I'm so sorry this happened to you. Thoughts and prayers coming your way.
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Thanks, everyone. I'm kind of numb right now -- I don't know how to deal. I came in to work today and I feel tense and anxious, and like I'm verging on tears every second. I don't know how to do this.
I am so glad you got to the clinic to get care but I'm so sorry that it looks like your fears were confirmed. Take it easy on yourself. My inbox is always open. You will get through this.
So sorry this happened to you, and so glad that there was a compassionate person there for care when you needed it! And I don't blame you for being anxious at work since it sounds like it could have been someone from work that did this. Sending positive vibes your way like everyone else is - and just a suggestion, maybe you can speak to someone who specializes in trauma? They might be able to help you.
Hugs and healing thoughts flowing your way. It sounds like there are some women on here who can help when you're ready to take the next steps in the healing process. Know you are not alone, you are deeply loved, and you will get through this.
I am so very sorry that this happened, I'm sending you many hugs and positive vibes. As others have said, we are here for you. I know work must be really hard right now, maybe at some point in the day you can try and take a walk, or leave for a bit to get away from it. I don't know what your job's policy is, but if it is possible to leave early if you don't feel any better, that might be an option too.
@pinkcow13 I spoke with my Manager (she and I are pretty close) and I told her what happened. I needed her to know that yesterday wasn't just a flaky sick day, and that I might be off my game today. She was floored and didn't know what to say. She's being really supportive and said that I don't have to stay here a minute longer than I feel comfortable.
@pinkcow13 I spoke with my Manager (she and I are pretty close) and I told her what happened. I needed her to know that yesterday wasn't just a flaky sick day, and that I might be off my game today. She was floored and didn't know what to say. She's being really supportive and said that I don't have to stay here a minute longer than I feel comfortable.
I'm so glad your manager is supportive. Would you feel better going home?
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@JCBride2014 I really don't know. I hate the thought of just sitting at home, alone with my thoughts. But I'm also having a hard time being here at the office. And I just realized that I left my bank card and transit pass in my other purse, so I'd be at the mercy of whenever FI can pick me up
I'm glad that you have such a supportive and understanding manager. I would say maybe try to somehow bury yourself into work or even just surf the internet to kind of get your mind off things while at the office.
I am so sorry you went through this but am glad you sought help. We are all here for you with whatever you need. Like Pinkcow said, surf the internet, you deserve mindless unproductive work to get your mind off things if you don't want to go home. Also, I am sure the trauma nurse referred to you to counselors, maybe make an appointment with one of them or seek help from a clergy person if you're religious. It's sad that we live in such an environment that we never know what might happen to our fellow women.
Update #578: I'm pretty much useless at work today -- I'm running at maybe 25% productivity. One of my best friends has offered to pick me up on her way home from school. I also realized that I left my keys at home, so we're going to have to stop off at FI's office and pick up his.
He's having a really hard time with this. I know he's not angry with me, but with the situation. In any case, I feel as though I'm bearing the brunt of his bad mood. I understand him being upset and it's completely justified, but I really need him to understand that I can't cope well unless I feel as though I can lean on him for support, and not just have him snap at me or be in a foul mood. This is going to be a tricky one.
Re: **Updated** NWR: I think I may have been drugged.
ALL the hugs. Every single one.
I can only imagine how hard work will be for you today. If you need us, we are here for you!
Lots of hugs, prayers and support.