It has been awhile since I’ve logged into this community. In fact, it’s been almost one year since I have last written. Sometimes it feels as though… Read more “The mountains between my normal brain and my diseased brain”
Tag: Changes
Stabilizing
For so long I felt trapped in the place that I lived, not just the residence, but the city itself; Infact, more trapped than ever. This feeling… Read more “Stabilizing”
Remember
A friend of mine who has been in my life for over 25 years asked me yesterday (on my birthday) if I hope to be still living… Read more “Remember”
The ties that bind
Thank you to all of those who shot me an email checking on me over the last several weeks; I appreciate the concern. I am ok and… Read more “The ties that bind”
Film Review – 5 to 7
Netflix usually has a pretty good algorithm that works to suggest films that I should be interested in based on previous ratings of past viewed films. I… Read more “Film Review – 5 to 7”
The words …
Have you ever said something to your psychiatrist and been given that look? You know the one…that “you’re really crazy, much more than I had previously thought…you… Read more “The words …”
Long drives, racing thoughts, and a puppy
The time has finally come for me to take ownership of my psychiatric service dog, Atticus (Ace). There was almost 1000 miles between he and I and… Read more “Long drives, racing thoughts, and a puppy”
Film review – Manchester By the Sea
Last week I had to make an unscheduled appointment to see my psychiatrist. I am never thrilled when this occurs but I am more accepting of those… Read more “Film review – Manchester By the Sea”
Changes
Have any of you out there read the book, Hyperbole and a Half by author Allie Brosh? I gave it a read last year and I thoroughly… Read more “Changes”
Collateral Beauty
Film is one of my favorite ways to spend my free time and if you’ve been following my blog for awhile, you’re well aware I have a… Read more “Collateral Beauty”
We are more alike than we are unalike, my friends
Although the late, Dr. Maya Angelou is no longer with us physically …her presence, influence, and significance still remains. Angelou illuminates the similarities of all people in this beautiful “shot on iPhone”ad that was a featured spot in this years Olympic Games. Her voice so soothing, her words so eloquent.
Stage I – II Thyroid Papillary Carcinoma
Well, the biopsy results are in: Stage I or II papillary carcinoma of the thyroid gland with lymph node involvement. Under the age of 45, the staging… Read more “Stage I – II Thyroid Papillary Carcinoma”
I’ll be fine once I get it…I’ll be good
Today isn’t a good day, yesterday wasn’t any different and I can say by far, worst birthday of my 34 years of existence. There I was at… Read more “I’ll be fine once I get it…I’ll be good”
Closure is a myth
Last night I was able to sleep a solid six to seven hours for the first time in days and I know it had everything to do… Read more “Closure is a myth”
Under the Colorado skies he lies – part two
The Colorado trip for me was a way to escape the daily stress experienced lately due to some unfortunate circumstances. The trip brought self-reflection and acceptance of… Read more “Under the Colorado skies he lies – part two”
Film Review – Comet
This film isn’t a new one for me, it just so happens to be one of my favorite films but I will say this film is not… Read more “Film Review – Comet”
Word association – Bipolar
Today we were asked to each submit 25 words into a container about how the disease makes you feel. The psychologist then read each one aloud and each person had to answer with one or two words of the last time they “felt” the feeling of the word associated with their disease. Most responses were within the last few days.
Under the Colorado sky he lies
As I am setting up my campsite for the night I caught a glimpse of a very beautiful sunset here in Colorado. Here it is. “Our minds… Read more “Under the Colorado sky he lies”
