I made it... I survived

I don’t remember who said it… family or a doc or a therapist… but as I sat in the hospital, someone said I wouldn’t make it to 30. I whole heartedly accepted that idea.

six years ago in December I tried to leave this life.

The past six years… I made a promise never to try that again, but I was sure something else would happen…
But nothing did happen…

Today is my 30th birthday. I made it to 30. Very surprised… and pleased.

It’s a work day so tonight is going to be a mellow small family dinner. Friday will be the time to celebrate.

I am very surprised to be here today. It’s not something I expected to achieve.

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Happy Birthday man! Glad you’re here with us!

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Another birthday’s come round
A year has passed
You’ve lost, you’ve hurt, you’ve grown
It’s a time to celebrate the fact that you have survived
We are helping you to with gifts, cards and love
We’re a part of your life and wish you the best
Of those that are involved with this part of your journey
To help you discover you
While I wish I could give so much more
My written words are true
Many happy returns, happy birthday to you

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I am glad that you have made it too J - Happy Birthday buddy!

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Happy Birthday! :thumbsup:

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Happy Birthday J. I hope you have a great one.

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I know I’m very glad you made it too! It shows your strength of spirit! Happy birthday and enjoy your celebrations! Most of all, keep on going! I hope you live many a year more!

Best wishes,
Meg.

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Happy birthday from me too! Aquarius, heh? Like me! I think most people with sz are aquarius! I 'm wishing you the best!

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Happy birthday .

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thats really brilliant man, well done for making it,

glad you are here :thumbsup:

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Happy Birthday!!!

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Happy 30th birthday,you have made it this far,six years and more recently you had improve functioning tremendously which not every schizophrenic had done…so well done and continue to work and strive and enjoy life lol

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Happy birthday

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Happy birthday @SurprisedJ. I’m also very happy for you that you have made it. May there be many many more years added to your life!!!

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We’re going to make it in the end
United we stand devided we fall

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Congratulations and Happy Birthday.

I hope this is valuable lesson to everyone who feels down and that life will never get better.

Things do get better - and you’re better off living and working towards recovery.

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Thats awesome man. Happy birthday! Your in it for the long haul now.

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