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Bed-and-Breakfasts & Being “Out” About My Mental Illness

Since I was diagnosed in 1994, I don’t think I’ve ever hidden the fact that I have a mental illness. At first, my parents wanted to deny it, but not me. I wanted to own it. Most of my friends and family, at least those on Facebook, know that I’m bipolar and have anxiety. One… Read More Bed-and-Breakfasts & Being “Out” About My Mental Illness

February 26, 2018February 26, 2018 Barb13 Comments

My Fav! Tattoo

Eve at Revenge of Eve has begun a new series called “What’s Your Favorite?” (#wyf) Please visit her blog to participate! The first question, as you can see from my title, is “What’s your favorite tattoo?” This is my 4th and most recent tattoo, which is about 3 years old. It spells out, “warr;or,” with… Read More My Fav! Tattoo

January 30, 2018January 30, 2018 Barb25 Comments


I'm a fiction writer who lives in Chicago with my husband, two cats, and one dog. For more info about me, my publications, and awards & grants, please visit my website at barbnatividad.com. Thanks!

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