One man's journey to get clean
Viewing comments for Chapter 6 "The Big Purple Book"Getting clean from meth isn't easy
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Comment from Margaret Snowdon
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It's no wonder Gary's fearful - after all, it's a bit of a shock to learn of his condition.
He's very accomplished according to all he's done over the years, but doesn't make friends easily.
It will be interesting to see how he gets on.
A well written chapter, Patty.
Margaret
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2017
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It's no wonder Gary's fearful - after all, it's a bit of a shock to learn of his condition.
He's very accomplished according to all he's done over the years, but doesn't make friends easily.
It will be interesting to see how he gets on.
A well written chapter, Patty.
Margaret
Comment Written 25-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2017
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Thank you, as always, for reading and reviewing. Your comments are very much appreciated.
~patty~
Comment from Zue65
Gary's story maybe a total fiction but it depicts the many stories of young people who got addicted to drugs. Crystal meth is a drug problem also affecting our country for we have more than 3 million citizens addicted to that substance. Our President took a hard line in fighting that menace, of which the biased media in our country hound him on a daily bases. I am from the Philippines.
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2017
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Gary's story maybe a total fiction but it depicts the many stories of young people who got addicted to drugs. Crystal meth is a drug problem also affecting our country for we have more than 3 million citizens addicted to that substance. Our President took a hard line in fighting that menace, of which the biased media in our country hound him on a daily bases. I am from the Philippines.
Comment Written 25-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2017
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Thank you, as always, for reading and reviewing. Your comments are very much appreciated.
~patty~
Comment from c_lucas
One should never let another describe him. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very interesting read.
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2017
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One should never let another describe him. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very interesting read.
Comment Written 25-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2017
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Thank you, as always, for reading and reviewing. Your comments are very much appreciated.
~patty~
Comment from BlueTiger
Hi Patty,
I really like where you're going with this story (I read part of an earlier installment but didn't review). I like that you deal with mental illness in a way that isn't patronizing or 'sensationalized' as so many authors do.
Nitpicky grammar correction: above him(,) flourescent bulbs lit the dayroom.
The dialogue between Gary and the doctor is good, but I have one suggestion. I think it might be good to have Gary get a little defensive at some point during the conversation. Oftentimes people with BPD don't take perceived criticism well, and any suggestion that they aren't perfect can cause panic. Gary will probably feel trapped in this situation, and might react with some anger.
Again, good work; I look forward to reading more.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Hi Patty,
I really like where you're going with this story (I read part of an earlier installment but didn't review). I like that you deal with mental illness in a way that isn't patronizing or 'sensationalized' as so many authors do.
Nitpicky grammar correction: above him(,) flourescent bulbs lit the dayroom.
The dialogue between Gary and the doctor is good, but I have one suggestion. I think it might be good to have Gary get a little defensive at some point during the conversation. Oftentimes people with BPD don't take perceived criticism well, and any suggestion that they aren't perfect can cause panic. Gary will probably feel trapped in this situation, and might react with some anger.
Again, good work; I look forward to reading more.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Thank you for reading and reviewing. I appreciate your comments and will show more of Gary's reactions in the following chapters,
~patty~
Comment from Mastery
Well done chapter, Patty. Your narrative and dialogue are superb. I like the way you phrased this:
"Gary's head was spinning. Over the years, people had told him he had 'a big head,' and he just believed they were jealous of all the great things he had going on. He didn't even have to try very hard to get good grades in school. Everything came naturally to him except for math. Was he just conceited or did he think too much of himself? Was that a grandiose idea?"
I would iagine gary will be ready for "Group" therapy in a couple of days. Maybe not. He has so many issues...Keep up the good work, my friend. Bob
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Well done chapter, Patty. Your narrative and dialogue are superb. I like the way you phrased this:
"Gary's head was spinning. Over the years, people had told him he had 'a big head,' and he just believed they were jealous of all the great things he had going on. He didn't even have to try very hard to get good grades in school. Everything came naturally to him except for math. Was he just conceited or did he think too much of himself? Was that a grandiose idea?"
I would iagine gary will be ready for "Group" therapy in a couple of days. Maybe not. He has so many issues...Keep up the good work, my friend. Bob
Comment Written 24-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, Bob. This story is going along, and has started to take on a life of its own. I'm rooting for Gary, but I'm not entirely sure how it will all come out.
~patty~
Comment from MelB
I think you are doing a great job with the story. There are many wounds that need to be healed in Gary's life. Hopefully, he will stick with it and get to the bottom of them.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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I think you are doing a great job with the story. There are many wounds that need to be healed in Gary's life. Hopefully, he will stick with it and get to the bottom of them.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Thank you for your time to read and review. I appreciate your comments, and I hope I can continue the same level of writing as I tell Gary's story.
~patty~
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You're welcome. I'm sure you will.
Comment from mermaids
As an individual who works in the field of addiction, I find this story accurate. I find it interesting that Gary has borderline personality disorder. I have met more women with this disorder but men have it too. This is a well written story and I see no need for any changes. I am looking forward to reading the next chapter.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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As an individual who works in the field of addiction, I find this story accurate. I find it interesting that Gary has borderline personality disorder. I have met more women with this disorder but men have it too. This is a well written story and I see no need for any changes. I am looking forward to reading the next chapter.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Thank you for reading and reviewing. I'm so thankful someone with your background finds the story accurate. I appreciate your comments,
~patty~
Comment from Heidi M
Gary is having to see himself as someone else sees him and that can be a difficult thing to deal with. He is going to need strength because it sounds like he has a long road ahead of him.
Suggestion: signs of wear (from) many readings
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Gary is having to see himself as someone else sees him and that can be a difficult thing to deal with. He is going to need strength because it sounds like he has a long road ahead of him.
Suggestion: signs of wear (from) many readings
Comment Written 24-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Thank you for reading and reviewing. Gary does have a long road ahead of him. I'm sure he will learn to look at himself as others do.
~patty~
Comment from doggymad
Good strong write here with accurate descriptions of the detox and the traits associated with Gary's other illness.
I am not too sure about the use of the acronyms thought. They seem to interrupt the smooth flow of the story. However, that could be just me as I dislike them intensely.
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Freda
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Good strong write here with accurate descriptions of the detox and the traits associated with Gary's other illness.
I am not too sure about the use of the acronyms thought. They seem to interrupt the smooth flow of the story. However, that could be just me as I dislike them intensely.
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Freda
Comment Written 24-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Thank your for your time to read and review. I appreciate your comments.
~patty~
Comment from epona
I applaud the research you have done for this story. It must be difficult to write about mental illness without personal reference. Keep writing about Gary, the public needs information about mental illness from the inside.
I have not read your previous stories about this character, but I must say the only part that bothered me was about Gary having grandiose ideas. It seemed out of character with his thoughts and actions previous to this relevation. Maybe it was established in previous chapters.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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I applaud the research you have done for this story. It must be difficult to write about mental illness without personal reference. Keep writing about Gary, the public needs information about mental illness from the inside.
I have not read your previous stories about this character, but I must say the only part that bothered me was about Gary having grandiose ideas. It seemed out of character with his thoughts and actions previous to this relevation. Maybe it was established in previous chapters.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2017
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Thank you for your time to read and review. I appreciate your comments.
~patty~