The Black Dog

I was so very sorry to hear of Robin William's death yesterday. His work entertained me but also made me think. He was brilliant as the genie in Aladdin but if I was to list my top ten films two of his would be on it for the lasting impression they left and they were Dead Poet's Society and Awakenings. I always suspected that he may have walked that thin line between mental ill health and genius so many great talents do and maybe that's what gives such individuals that extra sprinkle of fairy dust. I shall miss his work but I am thankful for the wonderful work he leaves us with.

As a fellow sufferer I stood and looked over that precipice almost exactly two years ago. That day I wondered I really did if I could continue but I have a very strong sense of survival and a most amazing set of family and friends. I saw my son's face in my mind and that was enough. With incredible support and my own inner strength I managed to pull back from the edge and get the treatment I so desperately needed. This little bloglet of mine is testament to how far I've come and how I appreciate every day I am lucky to be here to enjoy.

This youtube film is very helpful if you have someone in your life who is a sufferer for there is hope and people do recover.

Arilx