Recovered from severe depression w/custody battles, 65+lbs later, need accountability&encouragement

ChiefsChick76
ChiefsChick76 Posts: 5 Member
in Introduce Yourself
Let’s just talk about the elephant

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  • ChiefsChick76
    ChiefsChick76 Posts: 5 Member
    I’m new to this, did the whole body of my request not post?
  • CTcutie
    CTcutie Posts: 649 Member
    edited March 2018
    There is only one sentence I see posted... but hoping you like it here- welcome to MFP :smiley:
  • dtelsah
    dtelsah Posts: 584 Member
    edited March 2018
    Welcome to MFP. I post often and would be glad to offer encouragement.
  • ChiefsChick76
    ChiefsChick76 Posts: 5 Member
    Oh wow! I just spent 25 minutes pouring my heart out. Note to self, don’t add emojis from your phone on this site. I added a little elephant emoji and lost everything after it. :'(
  • ChiefsChick76
    ChiefsChick76 Posts: 5 Member
    Let’s just talk about the elephant in the room. I lost custody of my children after being the victim of assault and battery by strangulation. The victim became the villain in family court. My story is pretty amazing, shocking, sad, and will make you wonder what kind of justice system we have in the great USA.
    2yrs, 11mo, and 6 days later I still haven’t seen so much as a photo of my children (they live 4 miles from me). I went through severe depression, and spent my retirement, everything I had, fighting to get my kids back. Now I’m in the acceptance phase. I gained 65 pounds during this painful process.
    Now, I’m doing amazing mentally, no more depression and anxiety, but physically no where near where I should be.
    I’m looking for accountability and encouragement. Would you like to assist me through this?
  • waltzingmom
    waltzingmom Posts: 27 Member
    edited March 2018
    It's not over. You'll find a way to see your kids and win them back, even if it takes years. A friend of mine lost custody of several of her kids to her abusive ex. She volunteered at the school lunch program at her kids' school, just so she could see her kids when they went through the school lunch line, say hello to them and hand them their food. It took years, but eventually the kids came back to her. Try to think of a way, outside the box . . . Stay strong . . . get healthy . . . And don't lose hope.
  • keodell1966
    keodell1966 Posts: 141 Member
    So sorry your going through this. Take this time to take care of YOU. Your so worth it! Eventually your kids will see what’s been done. They won’t forget the wonderful Mom you are and have been.
    Good luck to you. Prayers for speedy reunion.
  • Creofan
    Creofan Posts: 11 Member
    edited March 2018
    So sorry to hear this @ChiefsChick76 It is time to take care of you, be diligent and patient and you will find it all worth your while. Bravo to you for reaching out for encouragement and support! We will be behind you all the way!
  • Dirkus
    Dirkus Posts: 9 Member
    I can't imagine the hell you have gone through for the last three years. You are one tough cookie to have reached this point.

    Your physical journey is going to be a lot like your mental one. It is going to be one day at a time. Each day choose one thing you want to improve. Maybe today you take a walk around the block or park. Tomorrow you pack your own lunch instead of fast food out. Little by little, things add up.

    If you slip up and miss a goal, just dust yourself off and get back on track. You have already learned the persistence and determination you need to succeed. Now just apply it to this problem.

    You can do this! You have already done things that are much harder. You didn't get here in one month. You will need time to correct this area of your life. Not a sprint, but a long distance race.

    Good luck.

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