I like all creative projects and artwork of all kinds, creating my own and appreciating the talent of others. I especially like to write, journal, create poetry, sing, paint, draw, sculpt, woodwork/wood burning designs, making dream catchers.I love all of nature (i.e., all animals, nature walks and sunsets, oceans, rocks, etc...)I love to teach what I learn to others; and teens and little children bring joy to my heart and I truly love them beyond words.Children and Teens have a special place in my heart because I can still relate to the issues many of them struggle with in today's world.
I suffered from an eating disorder (anorexia) for years; and I also practiced self-injury during that time (cutting to cope with the pain).
I know the pain that teenage girls often carry inside of them from the abusive situations that many have to endure. That is why my heart goes out to them in every way.
They have fragile souls and need to be treated delicately, and with the respect that they deserve.
I'd like to meet:
I'd like to meet all those who are surviving bipolar's firm grip ... and everyone who is "real" about who they are and what they want - no hidden motives - and wants to be a "true friend" - sadly, how rare they are to find these days.I find all people fascinating, and enjoy finding the beauty that lies within each person - that inner beauty that makes them uniquely special - it's like searching for a diamond and I believe we all are as multifaceted as a diamond ~ and even more priceless.
Music:
My musical tastes are so varied that it is unrealistic to even begin to list it all - Classic Rock, Soft Rock, Indie, Christian, Classical, Country, Celtic, Native American, Instrumental, etc... and if that didn't cover it then I probably like whatever I left out too...
Movies:
Well, I will have to think on this one, but really I like them all - the artist in me appreciates all forms of art so it's difficult for me to not like something unless it just really stinks - and even then I try to find something to like about it - not always possible though.
Television:
Not too interested in basic TV anymore, I used to watch all the CSI series and Supernatural and a few others but really don't have time to do that now...
Books:
Wow, I couldn't even begin to list the authors I've read and have in my library - they are too many and too diverse to list - needless to say, I'm an avid reader...
Some of the more helpful ones I've found are:
My favorite so far is this one by David Mariant of www.SurvivingBipolar.com
Heroes:
My mother, my daughters (especially my firstborn daughter) ~my son and my husband ...and all of those who give of themselves to help others become stronger and healthier to have a happier life...
