Tag Archives: Caregiver

Bipolar Disorder/Mental Health/Slice Of Life By – Sheri de Grom Goodwill toward men—my first thought on Christmas morning. No, Sheri. You will not feel sorry for yourself. This is your life and welcome to it. You made the decision to … Continue reading →

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Sheri de Grom | 52 Comments

Stigma/Mental Health/Medical 2016 By – Sheri de Grom Notes From My Journal – Conway, AR Dec – 2015 I remember well that first mental health hospital admission of Tom’s on December 7, 1987. We didn’t know we had other options … Continue reading →

Posted on July 26, 2016 by Sheri de Grom | 44 Comments

Veterans/Veterans’ Benefits/One Woman’s Opinion By – Sheri de Grom My opinion about Veterans with ‘bad paper’ has changed over the years. Having worked in The Office of The Staff Judge Advocate (JAG) for many years [all during times of … Continue reading →

Posted on May 30, 2016 by Sheri de Grom | 55 Comments

Slice of Life/Caregiving/Unconditional Love By – Sheri de Grom I’m desperate. I’ve lost my heart. I’ve looked everywhere. Last night in a panic I cleaned everything, and I do mean everything. At the end table by my favorite chair I … Continue reading →

Posted on December 20, 2015 by Sheri de Grom | 125 Comments

Mental Health/Suicide Prevention by Sheri de Grom I’d arrived at the perfect time and place for daydreaming. My hair color specialist had finished the foils and Tom had presented me with my second venti non-fat latte—for the day—Starbucks. I’m addicted. … Continue reading →

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Sheri de Grom | 88 Comments

Outside The Lines

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Sheri de Grom

Outside The Lines by Amy Hatvany Washington Square Press/2012 Reviewed By: Sheri de Grom Outside The Lines, Amy Hatvany’s third novel, is a haunting slice of life. I’ve never read a more honest portrayal of mental illness. I found … Continue reading →