I was chosen to give an expert speech on Schizoaffective Disorder at Providence Hospital one year but Joe couldn’t join me for my ride ,He was more like a Darth Vader Variant who only attended some of my therapy sessions and couldn;t commit to my achievements and his in put was irrational but scarce. I illustrated my experience of hitchhiking from Ashland, Oregon to Huntington Beach feeling frail, alone, and undecisive, blossoming into a mindful awakening and major change along with trees, flowers and beautiful scenery. I blossomed. I had many pathways to choose from and progress, good health, and success were in store for me. This is My self-identity painting. “Accepting Change” by Artist and Author Sherry M Joiner
