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Offline cubbybear

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Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« on: December 06, 2006, 10:01:37 pm »
Hey Guys.

Sorry I have been almost non existent for some time.  I do lurk here almost on a daily basis to satisfy my voyeuristic tendencies, and I always think of those that I have met since my first post here over a year ago.  Again, you know who you are.

Anyway, numbers.  In 12 months I have gone from a cd4 count of 35, to finally breaking the 200 mark, at 207.  My cd4% is getting there, from 7.1%, a year ago to 12.2% now.  My viral load has been undetectable, since the first 4 weeks of meds, on Truvada/Sustiva.  Hopefully over the next 12 months those numbers will keep on going onward and upward.  I'm happy with them considering how sick I was when I was diagnosed, that'll teach me for not testing regularly, I would have found out 6 years ago and hopefully never gotten sick.  Still hindsight is amazing.  You'd think being a nurse I would know better.

Speaking of which, I am getting back in to the workforce, though I am not going back to hospital ward work.  I have a few fingers in a few different pies, all health related.  Ideally I wouldnt mind getting work at my local ASO, so will chase that up.

I met a guy about 6 months ago, that I've been pretty quiet about (he's -ve btw, and quite the looker).  When I disclosed he didn't run away, the silly bugger was head over heels in love regardless of the 800 pound gorilla called hiv sharing the relationship with us.. but for some reason I ended up pushing him away.  I don't think I wanted to get hurt, or messed up with a negative guy, so I just did what I do best and run away from those who care.  This was a couple of month ago, and I didnt see him again, until just recently.  He still feels the same about me, and well, I am trying not to push him away this time and we'll see where this thing goes.  Someone once said to me on here, good things happen to good people.. I hope I'm a good person!

I'm still living with my ex partner of 4 years.  It has it's moments, but generally we get on very well.  I'm still in love with him, but it's a good time for me to move out (in the new year) and get my own place and get on with life.  2007 is going to be year of the cubby, because 2006 has been one freaked out, tricked up year for me, and I can't wait to forget it.  Everything that worked for me in 2006 I'll bring to 2007, and everything else I will leave behind, alas, never forget either.

So that's the updates on several levels.  Hope you are all good, thinking of you guys always.
Much love.
Matt.
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Offline Teresa

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #1 on: December 06, 2006, 10:08:55 pm »
Wishing you much happiness in the New Year! Good luck with the new guy. Its good to hear that things are looking up for you!

Hugs
Teresa
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Offline Queen Tokelove

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #2 on: December 06, 2006, 10:23:36 pm »
Cubby,

Glad you are back. Congrats on getting to that 200 mark, keep up the good work or should I be saying that to your cd4s?  ;) I can relate to the situation with the new bf but if he's willing to be with you despite being infected, I say that's a beautiful thing. Just be safe.  And communicate of course cause assuming  things can be a bitch. I'm kinda in a situation where a - guy wants to get with me and I'm not sure how to take it with the bug catchers out there. In the meantime, I'm just taking it one day at a time. I hope you do too.
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10/31/07 CD4-265 VL- undetectable
2/6/08 CD4- 401 VL- undetectable
5/7/08 CD4- 705 VL- undetectable
6/4/08 CD4- 775 VL- undetectable
8/6/08 CD4- 805 VL- undetectable
11/13/08 CD4- 774 VL--undetectable
2/4/09  CD4- 484  VL- 18,000 (2 months off meds)
3/3/09---Starting Back on Meds---
4/27/09 CD4- 664 VL-- undetectable
6/17/09 CD4- 438 VL- 439
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Offline Tucsonwoody

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #3 on: December 06, 2006, 10:28:50 pm »
Hey Cubby -

As someone who who just got diagnosed and has counts that are worse then yours a year ago, I appreaciate hearing about your success and the timeframe it took.  Thanks for sharing that info.

I hope it only continues to get better for you on a health, emotional and relationship basis.  Good luck.

Kevin
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Offline anniebc

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #4 on: December 06, 2006, 10:37:43 pm »
Hi Matt

It's true, good things do happen to good people, and you my dear friend have just confirmed that.

I wish you love and luck for 2007...things are definitely looking up, it can only get better from here on in.

Love and hugs from NZ
Jan :-*
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Offline AlanBama

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #5 on: December 06, 2006, 10:48:24 pm »
Matt,

You are a good person!   I wish for you only the best, and may you find true happiness.   You're still my favorite cub......

Love,

Alan  :-*
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Offline aztecan

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #6 on: December 07, 2006, 12:03:04 am »
Matt,

You're not a good man, you're a great man! You have a heart of pure 24k gold.

I'm delighted you've passed the 200 mark. Keep up the good work.

If you were nearer, I would give you the tightest bear hug I could muster.

Since distance prevents that, here's (((((((BIG CYBER HUG)))))))

Love ya Cubby,

Mark
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Offline Robert

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« Reply #7 on: December 07, 2006, 02:23:28 am »

 like my friend Yogi says, "...you're better than the average bear!!"

 miss you....robert
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Offline joemutt

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« Reply #8 on: December 07, 2006, 02:45:00 am »
Hi Matt, tx for the update, wish you well. Joe
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Offline JohnOso

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« Reply #9 on: December 07, 2006, 02:58:58 am »
Cubby,

Wishing only the best for you.  Good luck to you and your new man.  Think of you quite a bit!  ;)

Your Oso
(who thinks 2007 is definitely the Year of the Osito)
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Offline GSOgymrat

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #10 on: December 07, 2006, 04:42:46 am »
Glad to hear you are doing so much better. It sounds like things are really turning around. :)
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Offline allopathicholistic

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #11 on: December 07, 2006, 08:24:32 am »
Quote from: cubbybear on December 06, 2006, 10:01:37 pm
Speaking of which, I am getting back in to the workforce, though I am not going back to hospital ward work.  I have a few fingers in a few different pies, all health related.  Ideally I wouldnt mind getting work at my local ASO, so will chase that up.

Best of luck there!

So glad to hear about your percentage and cd4 news. It takes "time with the climb"

... I think I remember your romantic news from awhile ago and if my memory is intact, you took down your picture and put up a "broken heart" avatar and broke our hearts in the process LOL Things seem to be brightening up for you!  :)  :)  :) Happy holidays and hoping you have a stellar 2007  :)  :) ... Glad to see your charming face picture back up

Sending love from America,
Alex
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Offline MSPspud

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #12 on: December 07, 2006, 08:48:25 am »
Hi Matt -  Congratulations on a lot of fronts.  Here's to 2007!
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Offline poet

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #13 on: December 07, 2006, 09:44:31 am »
Hey Matt.  Great to here about your incredible progress beating back hiv.  Congratulations!  If I were in your shoes, I would do exactly what you have posted, make 2007 your year, get yourself, however emotionally difficult it may be, out of living with your self-described ex-partner, especially since you are still in love with him since you are not going to be able to meet your new partner on an equal basis until then, right?  I'm sure it's also difficult because it 'works' between the two of you now and because you are figuring out your new healthcare career.  But I see this as the needed step for a good person to get his true rewards.  Wishing support in all of this, Win
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Offline J.R.E.

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #14 on: December 07, 2006, 10:49:45 am »
Hello Matt,

Good to hear from ya, and its great to hear that things are going well. Your doing well with your numbers. I remember when I broke that 200 mark, seemed to take such an awful long time !! Keep it going, enjoy the holidays, and have a great New Year. Don't be such a stranger !!


Take care of yourself-------Ray


PS :  Also glad to hear that your getting back in the workforce...Good for you!!
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Offline angels4kelly

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #15 on: December 07, 2006, 01:35:03 pm »
Hey Matt,
It's great to hear from ya'! ;D I'm happy that things are going good for you. Merry Christmas, Matt and have a very HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Take care.
Peace,
Kelly
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Offline ChrisNCoronado

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« Reply #16 on: December 07, 2006, 03:07:41 pm »
Couldn't be happier for you, Matt  :)

Still want my bear hug; sheesh - how long's a guy gotta wait?

-Chris
(who is smiling after reading this post)
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Offline Morton Salt

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« Reply #17 on: December 07, 2006, 03:18:56 pm »
That Rocks Matt.  Thats really great news.  Im sure your stoked..................

Bless these rooms and all who rock within her walls.

~Morton Salt
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Offline bear60

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« Reply #18 on: December 07, 2006, 07:05:44 pm »
Hey, congratulations!! I may be full of it but I think being in love or loving is one way to make your body feel good and heal . So, go for it.
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Offline Eldon

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Re: Cubbybear's updates for those interested.
« Reply #19 on: December 07, 2006, 09:11:08 pm »
Hey Matt,

It does take time with the climb. It is good news that you have broken the 200 mark. Real good news. As far as your "X" and your newly found BF, just keep in mind that the two of them are in your life for one reason or the other. Keep an eye out for the hidden gifts that are there waiting for you.


Happy Holidays!
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Offline randym431

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« Reply #20 on: December 19, 2006, 10:16:26 am »
Hey Matt
I missed your post originally but just came across it.
Breaking past 200 does give one a little relief and your on your way.
Here’s to wishing you, and all of us here, a great 2007! 
Take care
randy (freezing it off in iOwa)    ;D
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