Mystery Diagnosis


As I have mentioned in previous posts, I struggle not only with bipolar disorder, but with various other chronic illnesses. I have a bladder disease called Interstitial Cystitis aka painful bladder syndrome. Essentially when I am in a flare, it feels like I have a urinary tract infection at all times; painful and frequent urination,…

Sobriety or Lack Thereof


To most, “Sobriety” means the act of being sober. Although abstinence from an activity fits into the mold of this definition, we must analyze why we are sober. According to Psychology Today, “Addiction and remission are about the absence of problems—using or not using a substance.” When looking at remission as the absence of a problem…

42 Degrees


Today it rained for the first time in what seems like ages. It surprised me as I woke up to the sound of water hitting the tin roof. As I went out the front door to my car, it was pouring rain, so I ran the short distance from the porch to the safety of…