I love people like Kristen Bell, who are politically active and good advocates. She is open and honest about her struggles with mental health, and I think she's a good role model.

Sometimes I wish there was a "vomit" emoticon.

Pretty much only Mr. Bean.

I would expect a "thank you" when handing someone a check, yes.

Humans are so annoying. (Seriously.)

Archery, yes. The others, probably not.

I'd probably hire a different contractor next time. Passive aggressive comments aggravate me and I keep replaying them in my head when it happens wishing I had a better comeback. lol

It's probably indicative of my recent mood that I answered "yes" in my head to the question before I even read the post. lol

I think that's part of Bipolar - it's definitely that way for those I know with it.

I would ask him if he's using drugs, and if he says he isn't, I would try to get him to go in for a thorough physical as well as a neurological exam.

We've never actually figured out triggers - has been lots of different things like hornet stings, stress, cold, illness. I randomly get full body hives, swelling, anaphylaxis and it lasts for months when it happens.

I have it, though I haven't had a serious flare in a couple of years.

One day at a time.

So, wait...how did younger brother do the right work?!

We've put my daughter's little tree up in her room and will get our family tree on November 29th (day after Thanksgiving every year.) The rest of the decorations will go up then too unless the mood strikes before.

I think a super soft, warm blanket is the best gift ever. Seriously.

DD did all the marine science classes at Athena's when she was younger and loved them!

Meh not really. You learn as you go along. Finding out a child has anxiety changes the way you have to parent and how you will handle things. It has nothing to do with settling on something and sticking with it. If it's not working, you change it.

It's not a bad habit to gently and lovingly give your child what they need at bedtime by staying with them. Anxiety isn't about bad habits, and it doesn't help to try to place blame on the OP. My DD10 has issues with being in her room alone at night, too, and we are currently seeking counseling for it. It's not your child's fault, and it's not your fault - every kid has different needs. Meeting those needs is what makes a good parent.

Prayers for you and your DD.

Thinking of you and your DD. Please update when you can.

I hope the appointment tomorrow goes well. Read a good, super engaging book? Watch scary movies? Play board games with your DD?

These look awesome! I wish my DD was young enough for them.

I would try to find a good child psychiatrist even if you have to travel a bit.

If he invited additional people whom you did not specifically invite, I'd simply tell him you can't do it. That's totally your right.