After spending the Fourth of July in Boston, I can say that I truly have come away with a new perspective on life. I started out this year with one ambition, to have unabashed, ridiculous fun. Two numbers were in my head: 22 and 2016. After years of my life going down the tubes in … More The Fourth
After catching up on some much needed summer reading, I have been inspired to come back to this place which I have called home for so many months. The pure ride of sharing my story has been incredible. It has brought forward parts of me. I previously held those thoughts to myself and a … More Building with No Cement
Summer is finally here. It has brought me sunburns, old friends and time in the water. Over the past few months I have posted a fair amount on this blog. It has been a time for me to figure out major things about my life. In turn, you all have been able to read about … More The Great Thaw
After two weeks of tireless traveling, I have made it back home. And I don’t mean physically. Because that happened the moment my mom picked me up from the airport. I am talking about finally easing into a routing that I am comfortable with. My Mom and I both have had productive, busy weeks. But … More I Don’t Believe, I Know
Again, I find myself about to take off on another journey. This time to Colorado to see good friends and relax. Austin has been a city that has filled me with warmth and understanding. From the UT pool, hot tub and sauna to the Gathering of the Wayfinders Martha Beck conference, I have been filled … More Welcome Home
When I think about the happiest moments of my life, I think of close friends, family, green grass, sunshine and freedom. I think of moments when I felt completely at peace. I think of moments when I could giggle for hours. There’s a song in The Sound of Music called “My Favorite Things” that tickles me … More Finding Your Paradise
Right? I mean that quote sounds soo good, right? At least, Neale Donald Walsh thought so. It reeks with adventures and journeys and time outside. I am a big fan. I spent my weekend hanging off two hundred foot cliffs. I am running a marathon in less than a week. Today, I learned how to … More excuse me, my comfort zone is just fine
I live in search of something greater. I say that I like doing different things. But really, all the activities I do throughout my day are in search of something powerful. Something way beyond your or my comprehension. Sure, I look for love and belonging. Everyone does. Some might look for gratification or praise. Others … More Creating Happy Spaces
Most of what I talk about has to do with bipolar disorder. I gain a lot of strength from connecting people with mental health issues. It makes me feel less alone and is super fun. The only way to beat the stigma surrounding mental illness is to share it fluidly and courageously with your loved … More Living with Anxiety
I think a lot about collapsing. I want to know what happens when someone’s world falls out from underneath them. Then I want to know how people find their way back. And I believe it is never back, but to a new place of growth. From a young age, we are taught how to read … More Teaching Grief
Bipolar is my superpower
living with bipolar disorder
Self-indulgent reflections of a recent college grad
Literary Connections at the Fairfield CT Public Library
Literary Journal of Hawaii Pacific University
You are not alone. You are special. You are loved.
Adventures of a Little Boy 