I've suffered from chronic depression since a young teenager. Two years ago, I had a minor mental break. A year ago, I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder that is very painful. The medication I was put on has destroyed my body physically. So for two years my physical and mental state has really suffered and I struggle to make it through each day.

2 months ago, I finally moved into my own apartment, with great thanks to family who pretty much did everything for me to make it happen. Since Ive been in my apartment, I've still maintained the barely floating through each day, so I haven't really done much beyond the bare necessities. Ive been living off peanut butter and crackers for 2 months, with the occasional take out.

Well today I went grocery shopping and my fridge and pantry is full. Ive also pretty much stopped drinking since I moved in (one lapse).

Im very proud of what I accomplished today.