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			Scrappie -  
 
Jess and I have had recent conversations about menopause because I think (and I am certain Jess does too, however much in denial she may be) that its knockin' on Jess' door.  Emotions all over the place and chugging away in the middle of the night like the lil heater that could.  You might say that our bed has become a baptismal of sorts - and this aint the usual "girl watering the world" happy adult funtime kinda way! 
 
I know that Jess moves through the world differently and the monthly cycle is at the top of the list.  All I can say is that Medusa is spot on about seeing a doctor and knowing that you have kindred spirits here.  If you need to put a positive spin on it, at least this is the beginning of the end for periods! 
 
(BTW, as a smoker (not sure if you have been able to quit - I think you were trying?) - traditional HRC (hormone replacement therapy) is probably not a good fit for you.  I don't claim to be a doctor, but I have had a stroke and that coupled with smoking, HRC will not be an option for me.  Its my understanding that its not recommended for smokers, but I could be wrong.  Please work with your doctor to find a treatment plan that is best for you!) 
 
Hang in there, stock up on kleenex, take up driving golf balls (great for those surges in anger), invest in that fan and most of all, be kind to yourself - cut yourself some slack. 
 
Much big gay love to you!
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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