I spent two hours this evening with an amazing woman named MJ. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at age 39, MJ has spent the last 8 years working hard toward wellness and balance. She’s done a marvelous job.

Insightful and honest, MJ self-evaluates and practices good self care. She monitors her wellness, sees her doctor regularly, complies with her medical team’s guidance; and she journals as a method of understanding herself, her mind and her moods. She is utterly amazing.

I only met MJ because she read my book, Mommy I’m Still in Here, and felt compelled to contact me through my website. I am grateful. I feel blessed.

Every day I receive affirmations that this is my work and that it has great value. And it gives me immense joy and satisfaction. I am lucky!

Thank you MJ.

Thank you world!

What are you grateful for? What in your life is wondrous? Tell me!

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