Harder to Breathe


Another day of not being able to breathe very well led to another trip to the doctor. Not to mention throwing up maroon clots of blood; this was not a new issue for me, but new this time around. I had to take Diego’s little brother who has Down syndrome and autism from his behavioral…

Bipolar: Do’s and Don’ts Edition


I can’t remember if I had written something like this before or not… I mean, I have written something similar, I am sure of it, but not precisely this topic. Take notes, kids! You are in a ride that the bipolar mind can sympathize with and understand, while the non bipolar mind can take note…

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,…