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#4162595 - 08/29/15 11:27 AM A Sign of Life  
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Hey all - I want to fire a white or red Very light as a sign of life here.

Some of you may have been wondering where I have been for so long, and I decided
not to make a secret of it: I was, and still am (to some extent) suffering of a
depression since April. It got so bad in June, that I tried to get into a clinic
for professional treatment, but it took me 3 very dark weeks on a waiting-list,
before I could move in there; and so it got all quite long in time.

I am still in treatment, but can be home over the weekends, and I will soon get
discharged. It will not be fully cured by then - this may never happen, or take
much more time at least - but hopefully well enough for me to return to duties.

I missed you all and this fine mess sorely, but I wasn't in the right condition
to take part only half-heartedly and dull-mooded.

I hope I'll be back soon!


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#4162597 - 08/29/15 11:31 AM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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Good luck sir!
We will save you a spot at the table.

#4162600 - 08/29/15 11:44 AM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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Originally Posted By: Olham
Hey all - I want to fire a white or red Very light as a sign of life here.

Hopefully we can take this post/very light as a sign that you're on your way back. Sorry to hear that you've been feeling down. I know that you've alluded to it in the past I kept hoping that it would be a passing thing. Really sorry to hear that it got its claws into you. And here's hoping that hanging out here with old friends will help to lift your spirits.


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#4162606 - 08/29/15 11:59 AM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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It's really wonderful to hear from you and to know that you are past the worst of this. Was it Mannock who referred to depression as his "black dog"? You have been sorely missed and we will look forward to a binge on your return.

Sincere best wishes.

#4162609 - 08/29/15 12:03 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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Olham

We all are with you and look forward to your recovery.
Confronting it head on as you did was the right thing to do. You had the presence of mmind to seek help. That bodes well for you. Keep up the good fight and drop us a line when ever you feel up to it. You are a valued friend of all of us here. Take care and be well good friend!


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#4162617 - 08/29/15 01:04 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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I'm glad you decided to go public with this; the masses were getting restless here. smile


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#4162621 - 08/29/15 01:06 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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Chin Up Olham.....you are much valued and missed!!!

#4162633 - 08/29/15 01:39 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Raine]  
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Thank you, Duke, Hauksbee, Raine, Robert, Hasse and Gaw - I'm quite touched by all your kind words.

Originally Posted By: Raine
Was it Mannock who referred to depression as his "black dog"?

I still need to read about Mannock.
A "black dog" is an understatement he must have made to not look too weak -
in the worst period it feels more like Jona must have felt inside the whale
(with it's mouth shut of course). No direction home, so to say.


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#4162636 - 08/29/15 01:45 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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Olham, very glad to see you back in camp, even if it is only for a visit as per doctor's orders. We are all here for you so don't hesitate to bend an ear if you need to. As Hasse noted, it's good you let folks know what's been going on. It will show you just how much support you have.

Take care my freund.

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#4162654 - 08/29/15 02:15 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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Thank you, Lou - and believe me, I treasure this place, which must be one of the
most gentlemanly (can one say that?) and civilised places amongst all forums/fora,
and I appreciate your and all the other friendships here VERY much.


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#4162675 - 08/29/15 03:05 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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I wish you only the best, my friend, and I hope that only bright sunny days will soon lay before you.


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#4162682 - 08/29/15 03:16 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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Depression is a horrible thing.

Get well soon, Olham.

Thoughts are with you.

RS

#4162684 - 08/29/15 03:20 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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I wish you a fast recovery Olham.

#4162706 - 08/29/15 04:29 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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I'm no Expert, but a few Spins with your favorite Alb might help a little. Trying, not to be turned into a Pile of Confetti while being pursued by an SE5a sure helps to get rid of unpleasant Thoughts...

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#4162707 - 08/29/15 04:30 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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I wish you the best Olham,I know what you are talking about and I support your strenght even from all this distance,an uncle of mine got through that and it was a very steep road to climb,but you must hold on to yourself,inside your mind it's the best medicine to the exit light!! Remember this!
Best wishes from the sunnyside. thumbsup wave
P.S.
Be strong,you are the best cure for yourself!


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#4162708 - 08/29/15 04:34 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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Olham,
It is great to hear from you! Depression is a tough one and I hope you are back in business soon. My Father suffered from depression and I can't say I have not had a bout or two myself. Your not alone Brother. Please keep that in mind.
Mark


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#4162710 - 08/29/15 04:43 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: MFair]  
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Thank you, Hellshade!
The sun is already here - now I must learn again to enjoy it a bit better.

Thank you, Sid, Ric, Nietzsche and Cavaliere!


Originally Posted By: MFair
Your not alone Brother. Please keep that in mind.
Mark

Thank you, Mark, for your openness and encouragement.
Yes, I'll keep it in my mind.


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#4162715 - 08/29/15 04:50 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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Sorry to hear that Olham. I just checked your posts yesterday to see if I'd missed that you were off to north Germany again.
Hope you find your direction home soon.

#4162719 - 08/29/15 05:06 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Hasse]  
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Originally Posted By: Hasse
I'm glad you decided to go public with this; the masses were getting restless here. smile


You did a good job as public relations spokesperson.

Olham, it's great to hear from you. Life has it's highs and lows, I hope you highs come back and your lows don't dip down so deep for so long a stretch.

#4162721 - 08/29/15 05:12 PM Re: A Sign of Life [Re: Olham]  
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It hasn't been the same without you, Herr Olham! Welcome back, sir!


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