Tag Archives: childhood
Warning: Crazy
At one time I thought that kids should come with a warning label. But, I also think that people with mental illnesses should come with warning labels. I couldn’t wait … Continue reading
The (not so) Pretty Truth
I could paint you a rosy picture here, full of colors and abstract details, thinly skating over the truth … for the sake of writing a good story (and trying … Continue reading
Overcoming Undermining
Few people escape childhood unscathed. It’s easy to prosper because of the good our parents did; the trick is to prosper in spite of the not-so-good they may have done. … Continue reading
A child’s fear
I was beating on the bathroom door, screaming for my mother, who was taking a shower. I thought she was leaving me, climbing out the tiny window and running away. … Continue reading
Light At The End Of The Tunnel
I come from a violent home. My father beat the shit out of my mother on a daily basis. I was 4 when I witnessed my mother losing 5 teeth … Continue reading
Life Cracking Open
1. Here is a list of thoughts from my perspective as an adult person functioning with the diagnosis of ADD, and using Concerta to help me get through grad school, … Continue reading
