Tuesday, February 14, 2012

A long time coming...

     I realized today that I haven't blogged in quite some time.  So many things have changed in the last six months.  Schizophrenia is no longer the albatross around my neck.  Instead I am reminded daily of how great life is without hallucinating.  It has been around eight months since I've had any psychotic symptoms.  Not only am I feeling better, I haven't been on a therapeutic dose of an anti-psychotic drug the entire time.  The question begs to be be asked....am I better?? Fortunately, I don't have the time or the energy to go there.  Instead I enjoy each day symptom-free. 
     Since my last entry I've moved to Chattanooga.  It's been great to finally be back home.  I've gotten to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.  I have visited places here that I'd only seen from a distance.  Music dictates most days and is a huge part of life again.  I moved in with my best friend and his mother.  They have the hugest of hearts and I am eternally grateful for their hospitality.  They helped me get back on my feet, find a doctor, and eventually find a place to live.  I am now in my own place, paying rent and am sharing space with a wonderful lady. 
     In short, life is great.  My perspective on life has changed completely.  The hopelessness is gone for a while at least.  Thanks for reading...