Annie Sullivan
I am the single parent of four "adult" children ranging from 19-28. As a newly divorced young mother, I returned to school obtaining my Bachelor's and Master's degrees consecutively. Typing a Master's thesis while nursing an infant, getting gum out of hair, kissing oowies, concocting gourmet mac and cheese with hot dogs and saying bedtime prayers is the true definition of multi-tasking!
I went from farmer's wife, to welfare mom, to presenting research at national/international conferences, teaching at an university, conducting neuropsychological evaluations, psychological assessments of inpatient adolescents and providing therapy to a number of populations, but specialized in patients dealing with health issues such as chronic pain and obesity. I also spent several years doing in-home family therapy dealing with children's and/or their parents' mental health issues with the goal of keeping the family intact. I loved all of my jobs!
My children, however, were always my motivation to achieve. They are the best "things" I ever did. I love all my children equally, but differently as they are all very different individual. I am incredibly proud of who they have grown to be.
Life in an apartment is a definite change from a five bedroom home with four noisy, very active children. After my princess, I was blessed with three sons. For years, I lived in fear that one of them would be seriously injured in their wrestling matches. Looking back, I marvel at the fact I would load four children 9 and under into the mini-van and travel with them. We never had much money, but we had fun. An article of clothing was "new" whether it came from the department store, Goodwill or a garage sale.
Now I find myself adjusting to my youngest son's departure to college this fall, and chronic health issues that have left me permanently disabled. I really hate the label "disabled", because I don't perceive myself as anything less than the person I was when I had two an
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I went from farmer's wife, to welfare mom, to presenting research at national/international conferences, teaching at an university, conducting neuropsychological evaluations, psychological assessments of inpatient adolescents and providing therapy to a number of populations, but specialized in patients dealing with health issues such as chronic pain and obesity. I also spent several years doing in-home family therapy dealing with children's and/or their parents' mental health issues with the goal of keeping the family intact. I loved all of my jobs!
My children, however, were always my motivation to achieve. They are the best "things" I ever did. I love all my children equally, but differently as they are all very different individual. I am incredibly proud of who they have grown to be.
Life in an apartment is a definite change from a five bedroom home with four noisy, very active children. After my princess, I was blessed with three sons. For years, I lived in fear that one of them would be seriously injured in their wrestling matches. Looking back, I marvel at the fact I would load four children 9 and under into the mini-van and travel with them. We never had much money, but we had fun. An article of clothing was "new" whether it came from the department store, Goodwill or a garage sale.
Now I find myself adjusting to my youngest son's departure to college this fall, and chronic health issues that have left me permanently disabled. I really hate the label "disabled", because I don't perceive myself as anything less than the person I was when I had two an
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The Long-Awaited Iowa Caucus Finally EndsThe "first in the nation" Caucasus as seen through the eyes of a native Iowan.
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I Think We "Killed" Our Mom Tonight.The story of how best laid plans can have a catastrophic outcome.
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The SkySometimes simplistic descriptions make the most impact. -
The Strong, yet Fragile ManThe reality and pressures of being a young man in today.
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My Prince Charming Drives a ChryslerIt is amazing how life changes your perception and definition of "prince charming".
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The Darkest of DarkThe perils of sleep, or lack thereof. The deeper meaning.
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The "Ball Of Fire"The story of my mother and the examples she provided about overcoming life's adversities.
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What Exactly is on Your Family Table?We have become a society of processed foods, and subsequent obesity. Calling all cooks!
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Wasted Days And Sleepless Nights!The reality of insomnia, erratic sleep and what depression does to your productivity and sleep cycle.
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The "Grandma Moses Moment"An introspective look into changing life roles, and the process that ensues.
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Chronicles of a Minivan MomA humorous, yet insightful survival guide to traveling with young children of different ages.
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The Bedroom DaysA chronicle of the reality of not being able to move or function. Is it a choice or not?
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On Rush, Ribs and RhetoricThe topic of health is not a partisan domain. Obesity is at epidemic proportions in our society and it knows no party line. Mr. Limbaugh is not exactly the example of being svelte nor healthy living.
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Does it Really Matter?A depressed woman reflects on the transgressions of her past and present. -
The Nest is Really EmptyGrace walks into the harsh reality of silence as her youngest son leaves for college. Despite taking steps to prepare herself for the event, she is unprepared for her new existence.
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Handicapped Accessible? Who Are You Kidding?I never really paid much attention to idea of what defined handicapped accessibility until the issue hit close to home. First, my mother, and more recently myself. Why does society think a few parking spaces make destinations accessible to the disabled?
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As the Crocus EmergesCatherine had spent months being numb, her reasons for living had disappeared. Was there a reason for living? Catherine had contemplated this, doubting the point of her existence...until the day of her fateful walk in the woods.
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Me and Dancing with the Stars (DWTS)Why would a professor seek solace and become an avid fan of Dancing With the Stars? Partially due to being laid up following a very difficult surgery, but mostly because Kurt Warner is incredibly hot...