Mental Health
Hello! I’m Elizabeth (she/they). I find joy in sharing my experiences with mental health and having autism.
Parenthood
I’m a stay-at-home twin parent. I’m continuously growing and learning for my children. Writing helps me reflect on my experiences, feel less isolated as a parent, and share what I’ve learned along the way.
House Spouse
I’m a spouse that works from the house. From creating to advocacy, my home is my primary workspace. And I live on a rural farm, so it gets interesting. And I have some fascinating adventures and hobbies… so its nice to have a safe place to write about it all.
What I’ve been writing lately
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When Guilt and Shame Follow Depression
Depression is tough, but this post isn’t about depression. This is about how guilt and shame often follow depression and how I cope with it. Depression can be exhausting and debilitating. A thick fog surrounds everything. It makes even the simplest of tasks seem insurmountable. When depression finally ends the fog lifts. Unfortunately for me,… Read more
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More Days With Daisy
This happens every day. It is commonplace after morning farm chores are done. I make coffee and retreat to my home office. I reply to blog comments and watch TV while the dogs relax on the couch. Daisy sits closest to me and looks out the window. Cisco plays with toys. Charlie watches me and… Read more
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When Depression Numbs Excitement
The numbness I’m feeling is difficult to explain but it’s important so I’m going to try. During depression people often experience a lack of enjoyment in things that are normally enjoyable. This is my reality right now. My excitement has been stolen and replaced with foggy numbness. A time for excitement Each year before the… Read more
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Dear You, Who Might Also Be Depressed
Some blog posts are planned far in advance while others spill from my mind and into my keyboard immediately for you to see. This one is spilling. This one is for the people who feel stuck. This one is for the people who understand depression. Dear You, Depression is real. Your pain is real. It… Read more
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Coping with OCD at ComicCon
Comic Book Conventions give fans the opportunity to meet the celebrities they admire. It’s an exciting time but it can also be a difficult time for a fan that lives with a mental illness. I attended two Comic Book Conventions this month, both were enjoyable, but they also came with struggles. I want to share… Read more
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Art That Inspires Me: Artist Feature, Vol. 1
Creativity takes courage and expressing vulnerability through art takes true bravery. I love art, and I want to show appreciation for the art that I’ve enjoyed this month. I’m a blogger but my motivation was lacking this month. I didn’t publish much new blog work in February, but I did share a lot of art… Read more