I know I apologized for not posting more often but I feel that that is not enough. To be a trusted columnist, I feel your readers must connect to you in some way. I have tried relentlessly to post an article that explains what I have been through since I "graduated" from college, but the website won't let me post the article no matter how short the paragraphs are. So, in order to get a better sense of who I am and how my disorder affects me, please visit this link: http://www.helium.com/debates/68677-bipolar-disorder-illness-or-excuse. Look for the article written by Miranda Casiano.

I put this out there hoping others who have gone through similar situations know I know exactly what they have been through and that I am there for them, should they need another person to open up to.

I still intend to write about the newest reseach as concerns mental health in the scientific community and the world at large. i just want to reiterate how important I think it is that you all know my story before I start writing any more articles.

Thanks for your time and understanding and I hope to post something new soon.

Happy Holidays,

Miranda