-- Yes, yes Beth, I guess my first requirement would be someone who can successfully deal with the bipolar; understands the challenges I face, knows how hard I try, appreciates me for what I am, appreciates my strengths.
I used to say my first requirement was a sense of humor, a great conversationalist. My ex and my son are convinced they know everything about bipolar because they have witnessed it in me, not willing to learn anything about it. I have learned so much more about it myself since being retired and being on the forums that it makes their smugness shocking. They have some wonderful qualities, but "getting it" is not one of them. So thanks for being there, those of you who do understand.