2FISHES STUDIO BLOG

The search for the 30-year-old mother concluded on May 30, 2024, at around 7:45 am. The case has transitioned from a missing persons case to a homicide case. During a live press conference at 1 pm, officials announced they found her White Ford Explorer on Wednesday, May 29, in a wooded area off North Loop Road in Dadeville, Alabama. After securing and processing the vehicle, they continued to search for Ms. Davis. The police received information about her location. Her remains were located in a wooded area off Herren Street in Dadeville, which was about 3-5 miles from the location of her vehicle. Davis had been missing since May 17, according to law enforcement officials. The original information stated that her family last saw her on May 16th in Alexander City. She was reported missing on May 24th.  Robert Lee Young , a 55-year-old man from Dadeville, Alabama, was arrested and charged with murder in connection with her death at 11:09 am . Authorities have not disclosed how she may...

Photo Credit- April W. Holdridge Photography Living with bipolar disorder can feel like being on a relentless rollercoaster, with its erratic highs and lows akin to the sensation of veering on and off the tracks. The continuous cycle of bipolar disorder resembles a never-ending ride, with its unpredictable ups and downs reflecting the feeling of being on and off a track. I hope this analogy helps you understand what living with bipolar disorder is like from my perspective. Imagine climbing the steep incline of a roller coaster. At the top, you’re invincible—ideas flow, energy surges, and creativity soars. This is mania. You’re riding high, making impulsive decisions, and feeling like you can conquer the world. But beware—the descent awaits.  Suddenly, the track drops. You plummet into the abyss of depression. The world turns gray, and every step feels like wading through quicksand. Motivation evaporates, and even getting out of bed becomes a Herculean task. You wonder if the ride w...

Time digesting beauty,  A longing beckons my soul,  Making my heart envious of places I have been to before .  Waiting patiently to return.  Through a lens, a love was born while walking the path Papa adorned.  -K.Sidebottom

 If you don't understand what a time warp is or what it is like, then try suffering from bipolar disorder. It provides firsthand experience.  Truthfully, I understood the concept of a time warp, but I didn't recognize that I was experiencing it firsthand until after my diagnosis and subsequent research into my disorder. Autopilot is a state of being mentally absent and not fully present. It's important to acknowledge this concept and ensure our loved ones understand it, too, as this is a time when someone might have trouble remembering. The term "autopilot" in the context of mental health often refers to a state where a person goes through their daily activities without much conscious thought or engagement, almost as if they are on cruise control. Autopilot can connect to mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, or burnout, where individuals may feel emotionally detached or overwhelmed. Going on autopilot can sometimes be a coping mec...

I've decided to embrace the word "obey" as my guiding principle for the year. As I ventured into this new chapter of my life, I chose to start afresh. The word "obey" came to me after a heartfelt prayer, and since then, I've noticed numerous meaningful coincidences. It prompted me to reflect on the times when I didn't follow through with what I felt compelled to do. I had been praying for guidance to enhance my painting skills and create art that would honor God when the story of the Good Samaritan came to mind. I felt a strong urge to paint that particular scene. Although I made several sketches, I never finished or even came close to completing the painting. I eventually stowed it away and left it untouched for a long time. When I revisited my prayer for the same inspiration, I realized I had failed to act on the creative impulse my higher power had bestowed upon me. During my darkest moments before receiving my diagnosis, I try not to be too hard on m...

  WORDS AND TERMS WE SHOULD HAVE KNOWN TO END THE STIGMA, WE SHOULD ALL KNOW THESE TERMS AND WORDS. PLEASE SHARE WHAT WE LEARN. As we begin reading “Mindfulness for Bipolar Disorder,” we will create a glossary of terms pertinent to not only bipolar disorder but also mental health at large. This compilation will grow as we delve deeper into understanding mental health, mental health disorders, and suicide prevention. The glossary will be accessible on my webpage. The term ‘trigger’ comes to mind. I hadn’t considered this word until after my diagnosis, but it has since surfaced repeatedly. I am committed to understanding more about triggers and their causes. As I gather information, I will share my findings, allowing us to learn together. What I do know: Trigger,  (verb)  cause (an event or situation) to happen or exist: “an allergy can be triggered by stress or overwork”. I had no idea but there are at least five different types of triggers. Psychological Triggers Env...