How about we try something different!

Hello everybody!

First I would like to say thank you, to all of you. This forum has been a blessing to me. I have been able to find support in very difficult times in my life here!

I wanted to see if you would want to do this with me, how about we say something about ourselves that has nothing to do with our anxity? Just for this once  try and get to know each other beyond our symptoms, it's so easy to believe that this condition is all we are, and it's definitely not!

You could just share a random fact about yourselves or a brief introduction, no mention of anxiety!

I'll go first!

I am 34 and Im from the Dominican Republic, born and raised! I am married to my high school sweetheart and we have two beautiful daughters, Sofia is 9 and a half and Lucia is 5. Sofia is a calm, sensitive old soul, while Lucia *aka Lulu* is a spunky, funny Little girl! We have two dogs Lupe is a 4 year old Boston terrier and Mila is a Mix that we rescued a month ago. I am good at cooking, which I never would have imagined 5 years ago, and I am also working on an adult coloring book, I have no idea if it would be good enough to publish, but if it's not, at least Im having fun doing it!

Let's see if anyone else wants to join in on this post!

Good morning. I will be 48 in a couple of months. I'm married to a wonderful man who is always there for me. We have three sons, 27, 25 & 19. Our oldest is married, and gave us our sweet grandson. We also have 4 grand dogs. :)

Jake is not one of my children. He is my dog. He has been trained from birth to be my service dog. He is my right arm - sometimes literally. He is a special boy.

I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone.

I'm 24, turning 25 next month. Have a very friendly dog who is always welcoming to anyone new. I also have a 7 month old nephew who never fails to cheer me up.

I'm a massive fan of comic books, video games, wrestling and various TV shows.

I'm also not too good about talking about myself.

Hi Everyone, I'm 56 years old and live in Chicago. I have two awesome sons! My oldest is married and they just had their first baby 6 months ago. So that makes me very happy Grandma to little Calvin, he's adorable! I've been in a great relationship with my boyfriend for 7 years strong! We have 3 kitties - Minnie, Alex and Luna! I work full time. I love nature, hiking, yoga, working out and books and Sci fi!!

It's nice to meet all of you on this level 👍❤️

I Love this Idea, Thank You for posting it.

I'll be 48 this year, I have 3 wonderful boys ages, 27,26,23 we are all pretty close. I also have a 5 year old grandson that is the light of my life and totally Nana's boy. I live in Oregon, born and raised and will die here too. I love the Northwest, I live a hour from the Ocean and a hour the other way to Mt Hood, so always lots to do, with tons of water falls around and hiking trails. I currently live with my parents, have for the past 8 years and help out my mom who is totally disabled. Waiting to hear about my disability in the process so I stop being a financial burden on my parents. I like to paint ceramics and also do cross stitching, when I have time. I go to group therapy 3 times a week and individual therapy once every 2 weeks, plus regular dr visits my days are typically pretty busy.

I Love hearing about everyone and look forward to reading more post from members.

Hi AR,

We have not done this in awhile...so thanks for starting the thread up regarding personal interests and getting to know each other! ;)

I am a wife, mom and dance teacher who loves her family and job! I have two wonderful daughters, an awesome husband...and over one hundred totally cool students in my studio.

I also enjoy singing, and do so with our band at church as worship leader. I try to play guitar, but leave that to those who really can, lol!

I like staying active most of the time, but conversely can be lazy when I am on break from work, like now!

My favorite things are traveling, new adventures, wine tasting and spending time with family and friends.

My nemesis are health anxiety and worry in general...

Fun facts...I love alternative music, cooking, fashion, the beach, the color green...I have my nose pierced (my most 'rebellious' move) and I am a sucker for all things tiny...babies, animals...Tom Cruise...JK on the last one!!

I really like comedy and listen to a lot of it on satellite radio! My secret fantasy would be to do stand up!

Well that's about all for me...

I have to say we are an interesting bunch!

XOXOXO to all!

S.C.

I think that's great, Rose. You really get what they're going through.

Hi,

I'm 37 years old from Perth, Australia.

I'm married to an angel and have 2 kids, Leila aged 9 and Mitchell aged 7.

I love cooking and seeing the joy it brings others, swimming, sports in general, red wine, travelling and hanging out with friends.

My vices are alcohol, cigarettes, online games and pretty girls :)