nice to meet you. I'm the one with the bipolar BM. I've been here a little over 5 months. I think my boss wish I would've never stumbled upon this site because I waste half my day here lately. I have a looming court date and I've found a sanctuary on this site instead of worrying myself into a frenzy. I also make a monthly donation to this site to ensure it's able to stay up and running.

I think we got the little drama taken care of. Just a misunderstanding of words. Thanks for the concern though. I want no part in taking away from the task at hand here.

"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass...It's about learning to dance in the rain."

I'm the other one with the bipolar BM, the angry FH, the cheating EXH, and the inability to show emotion. Nice to meet you

My boss feels the same way, seriously I can't get anything done because I'm always here. If I get fired it's Dawn's fault. (totally kidding)

I'm sorry for my meltdown but like CG said, all taken care of now.
If you're gonna have a breakdown though, I guess this is the best place to do it. It is after all a support system. We don't always like what others have to say, and it's up to us to convey our feelings in a way that doesnt cause our monitors to melt (which I just accomplished in the last episode of "Days of our SM's" aka the drama post)

I hope you find the answers and help here that you need, and I apologize if anything that you've read made you think this was Casa de la coo coo's. It's really a nice place to come and a great place to meet people who understand what you're going through.

Good luck,
Moni

"It's always darkest before it turns absolutely pitch black."
- Paul Newman

I think most of the drama comes from people being emotional... notice I didn't say overly emotional. This site isn't made for people to theorize their logic, (not that there's anything wrong with that) it's made so that everbody can blow off that emotional steam. I mean, people are being more vulnerable, more honest & more self-centered here because God knows we're all human & we need that outlet. I think it just goes with the territory, & I don't think there is anything wrong with that.

Hipi

When you wish upon a falling star, your dreams can come true. Unless it's really a meteorite hurtling to the Earth which will destroy all life. Then you're pretty much hosed no matter what you wish for. Unless it's death by meteor.

I just found this site myself two nights ago. I got to unload alot of inner kept feelings. I hope that I am not being judged, but that members here can relate and not tell me that I am over-reacting or over-thinking and yes, being over-emotional. It is what it is!!

I feel so much better after finding this site. Especially cause my SD is gone. (and it has only been 1 day)

Stepwitch
Thank you Disney for portraying a positive image on all stepmothers!!!!

I am one of the ones here that constantly bitch about the BM. She's crazy but in denial except for her mother of the year title. Sometimes I can go on, and on, and....okay you get the picture. My FH tells me to quit circling the block and bring it in the driveway already. lol. Anyways, it is a comfort to post a blog and have others reply regardless of what is said. I never really get anything nasty in return either. Usually supportive and humorous, which is helpful for me. I love the smartass comments too.
Luckily I am able to access this site at work and home. I think last week I spent most of the day posting blogs, comments and looking for good WW receipes...I am trying to lose weight for my wedding...just another stress in my life.
BTW--I probably should be finishing homework for class tomorrow but I don't feel like it.

I am Zenmom, but don't let the ethereal name fool you, my inner Buddha struggles between the search for inner peace and my inability to let go of attachment to figuring out the mystery of SD and BM!

My SD's BM has a personality disorder which is very challenging, my SD has the initial signs of the same and therefore I am the only one sane enough to realize the value of SD's shrink. That's an understatement actually as I never miss my visit her each month. My SD lives in a world of black and white so when her understanding of BM's illness increases, she goes way down emotionally, then eventually returns to denial and goes back up to completely manic.

And I don't like roller coasters in the best of circumstances.

Most pleased to make your acquaintance!
Peace, love, and red wine