WC, I told my husband the same thing. I think we have to be able to be honest with our partners, otherwise the relationship isn't worth beans. I was very sick though....if it's a small depression or something tiny that regular folks deal with them being Pollyanna 24/7 is a realistic option. My husband says he is grateful that he can use his skills and love to help me and doesn't mind that I'm honest with him.....which is good since I don't have the clarity sometimes to even try to be my best self. My family is understanding thank goodness. They are genuinely kind people and that matters. My son deals with mental illness also so I get it from both sides (being the bystander and the person afflicted) I see this horrible disease from all angles. (((Hugs to all those who suffer or care for someone afflicted)))