Who's scared? Not me. *cough*
So I just called to check on my inpatient status. Looks like I’m in.
I start Tuesday – yes, THIS Tuesday – report in at 8am. Which means I get to leave my house no later than 6am to make the drive.
“Bring 5 sets of clothing,” the admissions person said. Hmm. Wonder how I’m supposed to settle on just 5 t-shirts. Would it be in poor taste to wear my PSYCHO WARD shirt?
I can have my cell phone (thank GOD). Though when I mentioned texting, she said, “You won’t need to be doing any of that while you’re in treatment.” Um, speak for yourself, lady.
Apparently, I’m not allowed to bring the Matrix Therapist with me.
The kicker? It’s 28 days long.
Fuck. I’m about to be in a Sandra Bullock movie sequel.
Hold me.
I’m so excited for you!
Hope there’s someone there who says nothing but, “Hi Hello How are ya? “!!
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Mate, you totally have to wear that t-shirt. Seriously though, best of luck.
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I would think that a fellow who would wear the Ts you did to BlogHer would love to wear that one to inpatient
It’ll shake things up a bit.
And how Jack Nicholson are you starting to feel?
But seriously, I hope the tools and experience can help you feel better. Best luck!
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Good luck and take good care of yourself! Assuming you won’t be blogging during that time, see you on the flip side!
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you got my number, call if you need some sanity…hehe…or a visit of course.
I hope this works out for you. I’m here if you need me!
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You’re doing the right thing. It’s an inpatient center, not Shutter Island. We’ll be thinking of you and here for you when you get back.
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Thanks, everyone. Appreciate the support. And laughs.
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You know you can text me. And I still think it’s a good idea. Ahhh….the time alone to chill.
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Remember One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest… the water fountain.. and sneaking in the hookers. I’m here. Always.
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You’re going to be fine.
I was hoping you’d bring the Mom’s are Easy shirt (I don’t think that’s quite what it was, but whatev. You know what I mean.)
Awesome that you get to keep your bankie! I’ll expect to hear from you at some point, even if only briefly. This is going to be good for you, babe. I can feel it! <3
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Oh and I meant to tell you, from the Facebook link, I thought that pic was you. lol
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Good luck…I’m glad you’re taking this step, and we’ll see you on the other side! XOXO
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In some ways, I’m kind of envious. Perhaps envious isn’t the right word, maybe… intrigued? In any case — I’m proud of you for doing this and I wish you great success with it.
Ah, fuck it. Envious. Yes. I. Am.
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Scott Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 12:21 am
@shiny, I got what you meant, man.
Karl–we’ve not officially met but Hil says good things about ya. I know this is scary but you’re taking the first step, man. Be proud of yourself and good luck to ya.
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 10:07 am
@Scott, Thanks, though this is about the thousandth step.
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 10:06 am
@shiny, Thanks, dude. I don’t feel like someone to be envied, I have to say.
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Karl,I really admire you for having the guts to do something I haven’t had the guts to do myself.
Thank you for your support this week with my husband’s diabetes diagnosis. You have my support in return.
Watch out for Nurse Ratched
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 10:08 am
@Little Miss Sunshine State, Happy to be of help. And thank you.
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I will be thinking about you Karl. HARD. and who knows, when you come out on the other side it may just have been the best thing you could have done for yourself. Big hugs from across the ocean!!
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 10:13 am
@Renée, Thanks, I’d much rather run off to the Netherlands.
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I’ll be thinking about you Karl…I think it’s a good thing that you are switching things up. You have a lot to offer this world and I hope this is the avenue that finally allows you to explore that with confidence. Hugs my friend!
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 10:14 am
@Kath, Definitely time for a switch-up. Thank you.
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Just don’t become too normal. Some of us are used to you the way you are.
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 11:09 am
@Kevin, I think the odds of me walking out of there “normal” are pretty slim.
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Since you’re gonna save the money in gas, use it to text me in the uk. I can send you pics of Guinness and boobs, but probably not together. But there’s a thought….
And also? HOLY HELL are we all proud of you.
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 12:05 pm
@jay, Texting to the UK? That’d be a hefty fee, I’m sure. Perhaps Skype…
And thanks.
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dude, you are goina rock the shit out of this and come out on the other side all right. i admire you so much for taking this step. and you will most definitely be in my thoughts.
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
@nic @mybottlesup, Thanks, Nic.
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nic @mybottlesup Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 1:35 pm
@Secondhand Karl, i expect text msgs of pictures with people walking around with their gowns open in the back. mmkay???
mucho love to you.
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 1:37 pm
@nic @mybottlesup, Be careful what you wish for. :p
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Holly {ArtistMotherTeacher} Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 1:48 pm
@Secondhand Karl, I want those things too. Should I email you my phone number?
I’m with Nic on this one, I REALLY admire what you are doing for YOURSELF. You deserve it Karl. Go in there and get what you need out of it. I want you to be just crazy enough when we finally meet in person.
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Karl, I don’t know you except from Twitter but I think you’re really brave to do what you need to do to help yourself. I’d be scared, too, but forging ahead in spite of fear can be exhilarating, too.
Be thinking about you, take care of yourself and see you on the other side.
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You have a lot of folks praying and sending positive, healthy thoughts into the Universe for you.
Take care of you.
We need you.
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Much luck to you with this Karl, I hope that this is the step you need to get back on track! ((Hugs)) & prayers to you through this journey.
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Good luck, Karl!
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You’ve got my number and I’ll be thinking of you, hon. Be well.
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Obviously this is a big step. I think that if it’s something you feel you should do, as opposed to can do, then you should do it and I hope for nothing but the best experience you can have while there.
BTW, did they ever answer the question about wifi? If not… then it may be closer to those Chinese camps they have to battle Internet Addiction. Two treatments for the price of one.
Typical government penny pinching.
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 12th, 2010 at 10:28 pm
@NYCWD, No wifi. Penny pinching, for sure.
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You’ve got a lot of people pulling for you, Karl. It’s a huge step, but one that could get you where you want to be.
And a little bit of each of us will be with you.
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 13th, 2010 at 12:08 pm
@Kris, Thanks, getting where I want to be would be nice. Wish I knew where the hell that was. :p
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Good luck to you Karl. I hope this is a step in the direction you need to be in to get back on track. I’ll be thinking of you!
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
June 13th, 2010 at 9:04 pm
@Usedtobeme, Aw, thanks. Much appreciated.
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I would say to watch the Sandra Bullock movie “28 Days”, but the subject matter of why she was in her facility.
So with that, I give another good luck to you this next month.
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