Well, after much reflection and some reading of an interesting article from Blanche, I have concluded that I am probably still manic. I think that is what this sleep stuff is all about. Or largely about, anyhow. I think my weird sleep--when I do get to sleep--is basically the equivalent of racing thoughts while asleep. Racing dreams, if you will. I think this is why I am so un-rested even when I do sleep. I am manic.

I think this brings up an interesting thing about the DSM 5. You know, it's just a book. People get symptoms that may fail to satisfy all diagnostic criteria, so you 'can't put a name to it,' allegedly. I think that is poppycock. It you are symptomatic, you are symptomatic. Period. End of convo.

So, anyway, feeling a bit better about myself. Seeing psychiatrist end of week. I can make it. I've done it before. Thanks to everyone for their support. I really appreciate you all!!