Category Archives: Manic Depression

Without the dolphin taste tuna is really bland

Speaking of ad campaigns a retarded budgie could think up, Highliner (the fish people) are asking “Wonder why don’t you eat fish more often?” on billboards all over town. Long and painful minutes were spent in coming up with replies: … Continue reading

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The surprising role of insulin in my recovery from depression

Known best for its role in the body as a regulator of blood glucose levels and fatty acid storage, insulin also acts in the brain to aid memory and thinking. Thus, when insulin regulation is disrupted, as it is in … Continue reading

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Protected: Family without love is an inconvenience but without respect it becomes abuse

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I keep yelling that no one is home but opportunity just keeps knocking

I’ve been offered a job. The largest group of community newspapers in Ontario is starting a new newspaper, and they’ve asked me to be their opinion columnist. Metroland Media Group is owned by TorStar, the people behind the Toronto Star. … Continue reading

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Across the river into the mountains where memories live

A few days ago, after she finished work, my girlfriend invited me out for a drive into the mountains of Quebec, so I suggested taking a tour of my childhood. For a lot of reasons, like I don’t have a … Continue reading

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Afternoon at the park with a family of serial killers

My girlfriend’s sister is home for a visit. I’m going to refer to her as Williamina Dean, because it makes me smile. The relationship between my girlfriend and Williamina isn’t so much oil and water, as it is oil and … Continue reading

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