Tag: alcoholism

  • Dirty Monkey No More

    F-E-A-R has two meanings. “Forget Everything And Run” or “Face Everything And Rise.” -Zig Zigler I have in the back of my head that I would try sobriety when I was finished with my birthday present, which was my favorite whiskey: Dirty Monkey Banana Peanut Butter Whiskey. I love the taste, and it is so…

  • What a Mess

    Each time I sit down to write I have negative thoughts in my head that I’m a very terrible, boring writer and no one wants to read what I write. I have started three blog posts and given up on them. But I like writing, so I am going to carry on, and ignore the…

  • Turbulence Ahead

    Sometimes making the choice to take care of my bipolar is not fun. I just want to relax and have a few drinks, and not worry that it will interfere with my medication. But the truth is I am stuck in the middle of being a social drinker and being an alcoholic. Some days I…

  • When the Mind Dances

    This morning, as I was driving in the dark, I felt my soul start to leave my body. I had a sudden feeling of elation; I felt like a part of me without boundaries was dispersed and floating above me. Seconds later I felt terror as my rational brain kicked in and I doubted any…

  • Here I Am

    Time for some updates! Today was the last day with students for the school year! We had a party and I was able to have some meaningful conversations with parents and kids as well. This school year went by very fast, I can’t quite believe it is over. On to summer school! I have been…