Tag Archives: PTSD

Sisters

Posted on December 1, 2014 by vanbytheriver

At first glance, I laughed. I didn’t forward it to anyone. For me, it was just painful. I was the younger one. My sister and I were raised together for 6 years before the next baby arrived. She was 2 … Continue reading →

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Open Tabs

Posted on September 30, 2014 by vanbytheriver

“Warn me when I attempt to close multiple tabs.” It’s a friendly reminder at the top of your laptop screen. It’s a metaphor for those living with bipolar disorder. My earliest experience with the illness was at 6 yrs. of … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Childhood, Depression, Family, Memories, Mental Health, Photography, Work and Career, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments