Mark Stoneman
The posts in here are sometimes so sad that I can only take one or two at a time. But what makes this blog stand out for me are its vivid images and unassuming authenticity.
A couple years ago I was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) caused by a violent childhood. This is my journey, not to 'normal' but to 'ME.'
Recent PostsI'm so stoked, just got the official e-mail that a story I wrote about my dear sweet Penny will be included in this anthology. I grew up reading these, they always gave me so much hope. I'm just ecstatic that now I'll be in one for kids like me to ...
Hello There! It's been a while for sure, thought I'd provide a little update.As with all things in life, stuff happens. I did in fact have another episode, or whatever it's called now. Work got tough, life got tough, a LOT was going on and suddenly I...
The Big Brothers Big Sisters Program is billed as a mentoring program in the United States. It takes youths (mainly those at a proven disadvantage – lower economic status, single-parent households, etc.) and pairs them with an adult of the same ge...
Okay, my doctor today, this is a non-therapist one, suggested that I 'journal my emotions' as I deal with issues of losing weight. I know there are a thousand and one (or a billion and one?) weight loss blogs out there, but if it will help me as muc...
I had my official official last session with my therapist the other day. It was interesting. We talked more about my writing, really, and how that has changed. See, when I first went, I was scared, really scared to write. I was scared that someon...
Howdy!Sorry I've been away for a while. I'm phazing out of therapy now, as I mentioned. I have another meeting in April, and am now doing an 8 week group thing which is interesting, but as it is a 'group,' we all had to sign confidentiality stateme...
This blog is currently rated a 5.00 out of a possible 5 based on 3 comments.
Mark StonemanThe posts in here are sometimes so sad that I can only take one or two at a time. But what makes this blog stand out for me are its vivid images and unassuming authenticity.
Jessica Barenberg-WeisenfelsI love your honesty.
Kudos to you for being unafraid.
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Hi My Dear Victorya :)
Please accept a gentle hug from someone who will definitely be back with you.
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