I have faced many obstacles in my life including being diagnosed with a mental illness and diabetes. I also have some physical illnesses. I have had to learn to cope with my mental and physical illnesses and learn to eat better to control my diabetes. I have become more stable by coming to Cedar House day treatment and taking medications.
 
I began doing art when a doctor suggested that I try it to cope with my mental illness. I like the kind of art that I do because it is challenging and gives me something to do.