The past month at my house has been rough. More surprises than usual. And not the pleasant variety. To be honest, I’ve been tired. Somewhat anxious. Distracted.… Read more “Stronger in Spirit Than I Ever Imagined”
Month: May 2017
Medicaid & Mental Health: Empathy or Tax Cuts
Welcome to my world where mental health doesn’t necessarily make sense. Or come without a price. On a relatively calm Saturday morning years ago, one of my… Read more “Medicaid & Mental Health: Empathy or Tax Cuts”
Don’t Call Me the “B” Word
Before anyone’s imagination runs wild, I’m not talking about that “B” word. I’m talking about another “B” word – one that plays a much larger role at… Read more “Don’t Call Me the “B” Word”
Prison Diary of a Trauma Survivor
My incarcerated 25-year-old son Alex has given me permission to share excerpts from his letters. As a survivor of early childhood trauma, physical abuse and severe neglect,… Read more “Prison Diary of a Trauma Survivor”