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The Truck Driving Cure for Postpartum Depression?
Postpartum depression is a top media event every time a woman commits infanticide. It remains a subject of
The Truck Driving Cure for Postpartum Depression?

Postpartum depression is a top media event every time a woman commits infanticide. It remains a subject of interest because it is such a mystery to most people. Mothers who succumb to postpartum psychosis are seen as monsters, and a shocked public is left looking for answers in the face of such tragedy, but Jodi Graham understands it all too well…            

I started to tie a bib around Tucker’s neck but I had the strongest desire to strangle him with it. I could see it in my mind, his head growing larger, like a balloon as his neck was cinched off by the strings. His tongue bulging, his eyes protruding, just before his skull was ready to pop--

Jodi knows that this is more than the “baby blues” she is feeling, but just before she slides completely into postpartum psychosis, she comes up with an unconventional solution; she takes a job as a long-haul truck driver, while her husband takes over full-time care of their son.

For Jodi, motherhood is more frightening than hauling 40 tons down an icy mountain, until something happens that forces her to drive headlong into her worst nightmares.

Morning Star is a novel based on Danna Hobart’s real life struggle through postpartum depression/psychosis. Morning Star, is Danna’s first novel. It deals with the subject of postpartum depression honestly.

For a sample chapter of Morning Star, click here: www.whiskeycreekpress.com/chapters/MorningStar_DannaHobart.shtml#chapter

Euro-reviews rated Morning Star 4 1/2 out of 5:  euroreviews.eu.funpic.de/bookdetails.php?book_id=279

MSLJ Review of Morning Star: www.morningstarliteraryjournal.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=119&Itemid=1

For information on how to purchase Morning Star, click here: www.whiskeycreekpress.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=449

For an autographed copy of Morning Star, email Danna Hobart at: dannahobart@yahoo.com

Danna Hobart lives in California where she is a full-time writer/mother/wife, and perpetual literary student. Her poem, “Swaddling the Moon,” won the 2005 Preditors and Editors Reader’s Poll ( www.anotherealm.com/prededitors/vote0511.htm ). Her writing has been published in Events Quarterly, Allwrite Magazine, Digihitch, Your True Tales, Ink Pot Literary Journal, Problem Child, Cadenza, and Zygote in my Coffee.

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  • SimplySakina
    November 14, 2006
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    you are most definately not a strong woman but a woman of strengh

  • Fallen forever silver member
    November 11, 2006
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    Sounds amazing
    So beautifully interesting
    Sounds like a winner, this is going to Scotland? I hope it is...
    Courageous, but it sounds very well written
    Good luck with it and thank you for sharing

  • Hekate gold member
    November 6, 2006
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    deep

    You should get this on the front page or something. This was very well done. Thank you for sharing this article with us.
    Kari

  • cake
    September 30, 2006
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    I know someone close to me who has suffered post partum depression and I know how devastating it can be. I think it takes a lot of courage to come out of something that huge. The book sounds like it's a winner.
    Cake

  • Melodies silver member
    September 27, 2006
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    Andrea Yates is an example of how a mother may go insane, and I have nothing but compassion and sorrow for her, and I love her plenty well. I wish she knew. I saw a TV special about her in which she said she must be the most hated woman in the U.S. Sigh...thank you for bringing your article before us. Very fine.

  • mysticstorm gold member
    September 23, 2006
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    OUTSTANDING!!! Congradulations to you. I got so into the press release I now need to read your book. How exciting and well done.
    I'm so excited for you.

  • Redstormy gold member
    August 25, 2006
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    I know even before I read this book it's wonderfully written. You know I've always felt your strong point is in writing novels and I fully expect to see more to come. Pssst thank you for mentioning me aka Redstormy in the book dedocations and thank you so much for the autograph you have beautiful handwriting.

    Red

  • IrishYndina
    July 24, 2006
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    Wow, a novel? I'm impressed. It sounds like an excellent story line as well. I'm definitely excited for you Personally, I have more than one novel started, but I'm not sure I lack the self-discipline to finish them. But anyways, I wish you all the best with your new novel. It looks like a spectacular read, and I'm sure everyone will just love it Cheers!

  • Tangled Angle
    July 22, 2006
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    This is really cool! You are an inspiration to everyone on the site!

  • Danna Hobart
    July 16, 2006
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    Oh, you are so right. There have been a few people here on this site who have judged me because of it, but I just see it as their onw ignorance and don't let it get to me. Thank you for commenting.

  • Danna Hobart
    July 16, 2006
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    Thank you, Renee.

  • Danna Hobart
    July 16, 2006
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    Thanks for your insightful comment. It is rare that someone as young as you would pick up on the symbolism. You are a very insightful person.

  • BlackWidow43 silver member
    July 16, 2006
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    wow sounds super interesting. you're very brave to come out with that, as you're exposing yourself to be judged. sounds like it would be an interesting read.

  • poetryality silver member
    July 15, 2006
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    CONGRATULATIONS I am sure this will be one of those books that we can't put down. I know that from cover to cover your novel will be a sure delight! KUDOS!

    Much LOVE & Many Blessings,
    Renee

  • Methusala
    July 14, 2006
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    Seems to be the perfect title, "Morning Star". The mother has given birth (I am assuming) to a beautiful Morning Star, like that of Aurora (or Dawn) in Sleeping Beauty, and she travels onward into the horizon, being a trucker, seeing the Morning Star. Also, Morning Star is a medeivel (I think I spelled that wrong) weapon used for cudgelling, which can be one way (although probably not what is in this novel as shown by the bowtie/ kite string example) of comitting infanticide, I suppose.

    Tucker... similar to Trucker. Lots of interesting things going on here. I'd be interested to read this novel.

    ~Dead Kennedy Rolls

    Oh, and congratulations on your child, motherhood, and novel!

  • Methusala
    July 14, 2006
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    Seems to be the perfect title, "Morning Star". The mother has given birth (I am assuming) to a beautiful Morning Star, like that of Aurora (or Dawn) in Sleeping Beauty, and she travels onward into the horizon, being a trucker, seeing the Morning Star. Also, Morning Star is a medeivel (I think I spelled that wrong) weapon used for cudgelling, which can be one way (although probably not what is in this novel as shown by the bowtie/ kite string example) of comitting infanticide, I suppose.

    Tucker... similar to Trucker. Lots of interesting things going on here. I'd be interested to read this novel.

    ~Dead Kennedy Rolls

  • ma belle
    July 10, 2006
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    Dear Donna, I read the excerpt of your novel..very impressed. How do I find your poem, "Swaddling the Moon?" Congrats and knock em dead, baby! Belle

  • Danna Hobart
    July 10, 2006
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    Thank you!

  • hoodoolover silver member
    July 10, 2006
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    How exciting! This sounds like a very compelling novel, I congratulate you!

  • Danna Hobart
    July 10, 2006
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    Thank you so much
  • Stu Pididiot
    July 10, 2006
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    excellent news

    Congratulations on your book, Danna, that's just fantastic! I hope you sell boat-loads of copies.

    All the best,
    Mercury Rising

  • Danna Hobart
    July 2, 2006
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    Thanks Nat! It's number 8 this week of my publisher's top ten best sellers.


  • Talia
    July 2, 2006
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    Hey Dana, So glad to see your novel is totally taking off there!! I wish you the best of luck in any future writes you are planning on. Well done

    Natalia

  • Danna Hobart
    July 1, 2006
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    Thank you

  • Foxydaze14
    July 1, 2006
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    wow, very interesting. It must be exciting to have this novel out. Good luck with your book, and congratulations with your book!

  • Danna Hobart
    June 30, 2006
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    Thank you.

  • Inside and out
    June 30, 2006
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    Congratulations! Talented, kind and generous souls do not go unrecognized for long! Well deserved. Best wishes.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 28, 2006
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    Thank you

  • Lady Altheia silver member
    June 28, 2006
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    Wow congrats on your book. That is really exciting. I hope you sell many copies.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 28, 2006
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    I look forward to it.

  • CarolDesjarlais silver member
    June 28, 2006
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    Yes, I hoped they would skip through and check everything.

    Yes, she certainly could. She will nto get my email until she is home ont he weekend from this run, but I am sure you will be hearing from her.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 28, 2006
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    What a lovely comment. Thank you for sending this to your friend. It does sound as if your friend could write a book of her own.

    I also can't think thank you enough for featuring the July 4th backgrounds. Did you see the rest of the backgrounds I've posted?

  • CarolDesjarlais silver member
    June 28, 2006
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    i ahve sent this along to my childhood girlfriend who, at fifty, changed her whole life and decided it wa time to do what she had always wanted to do. She drives a peterbuilt and piggybacks all through the months that are not Canadian witner winter. She and her husband both driver for the same company, he in his big truck and she in hers. she is living her dream. Knowing her almost all of my life, we were never more surprised nor so proud of her. I know she has a story to write as well. thank you for featuring this so I might share your story with her and with other of my friends that this book will not only entertain, but be inspirational for those who went through post partum. Those who have not had it, or had someone they love show signs of it, ahve no way to knwo how devestating it can be.
    Well done friend! Well done!

  • kyew
    June 27, 2006
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    wow. I had no idea I was proofing a major novel here! lol I can't tell you how great it is you got that off the ground and made it happen. I can't think of anyone more deserving.

    just reading the parts that I did was worth the time. I wish things had worked out where I could have read the whole thing. I lead a chaotic life and can't always do what I intended a month or a year ago lol

    as soon as I get financially stable again, I'll find it and buy it. THEN I'll read the whole thing (but no critique after I buy it! lmao!)

  • Darianna
    June 27, 2006
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    I just know this book will be a hit! I know because I have read most of it, and I love it!!! I was hooked from the first page!! Danna, I wish you all the luck in the world with it! It's going to be such a stength to others who are experiencing the vcery same thing. HUGS, Love you girl!! Dari xxx

  • Danna Hobart
    June 18, 2006
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    Thank you, Suseann

  • suseann gold member
    June 18, 2006
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    I read this fantastic story way back when I joined AP,and highly recommend it as fine story telling at it's best.Congradulations Dana on a fine piece of work.~~Suseann

  • Ladybug
    June 15, 2006
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    I knew this day would come for you are very talented and gifted in the writing rhelm. Congrats girl, I am so proud for you and glad I got to be there while you were writing this novel.
    One day I will have this on my shelf to read again, I promise.

    much love to you

    Always,
    Tamara

  • Danna Hobart
    June 15, 2006
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    Thank you so much. I hope you are right.

  • gothicchildren05
    June 15, 2006
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    by reading this little review/article, I must say that you have some book here. if the rest is as good as this review than you have it going for you. hopefully, your book is a success and I think it will be because of the fact that a lot of mothers go through postpartum and there is a cure and a way out. just like what is said here, a mother can turn it around and come out on top. good luck to you and to your book. hopefully the book comes out to be a hit and you end up on top

  • dawnhall silver member
    June 13, 2006
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    very good and informative. I know your articale can help many people.

    Thanks for sharing!

    God is blessing you!

    Dawn

  • -LizBTropez-
    June 11, 2006
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    Tucker to trucker... that's too weird.
    Although I got pregnant and didn't plan on it, my issues all were because of disagreements with my mother, not any dislike or urge to harm my husband or baby... yet I was still told I had PPD. Clearly it's not even understood by the "professionals" (not much of mental illness is, IMO).
    Although mental illnesses do exist, I believe they're overdiagnosed or misdoagnosed in many many cases, as are physical illnesses because doctors focus only on symptoms and don't investigate other possible causes like poor nutrition, "allergic" reactions (actually just sensitivity) to certain things, etc.
    Not everyone responds well, or needs pills or prescriptions to "treat" what is considered wrong. Sometimes what's really wrong is how people treat those who have different ways of thinking, different beliefs and actions.
    I applaud the use of alternative "therapy" in this case- all it takes it recognizing some people are meant to do certain "jobs" and some aren't cut out for that (based on personality and taste) and to "cure" some problems we need to step back and understand ourselves better, and find the causes in ourselves or our environment, and make appropriate changes.
    I always believe the person will always know themselves best, especially if they are willing to educated themselves, and then take control of their own life.
    I wish I could go get the book, but my budget doesn't allow.
    Excellent review though!

  • Thewordzwithin
    June 8, 2006
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    Great Report!

    Wow! I thank you for bringing something like this to the forefront on this site. Maybe it will open people's closed minded eyes.

  • CountryCousin
    June 8, 2006
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    Proud of you.

    I am glad to see that you are dealing with this in a positive way. Too many times people like that dumb Tom Cruise put this down. You did well and I am proud of you.

  • Owlfire
    June 7, 2006
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    What an awesome idea for a story! Congratulations to you for all of your accomplishments as a writer!

  • WritingKitten
    June 7, 2006
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    This sounds like a great book. I will read on to that chapter. Thanks for sharing!!!

    Katie

  • WritingKitten
    June 7, 2006
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    This sounds like a great book. I will read on to that chapter. Thanks for sharing!!!

    Katie

  • Danna Hobart
    June 7, 2006
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    Wow, thank you for all the words of encouragement, and for all the applause.
  • SimplySakina
    June 7, 2006
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    Brilliant

    fantastic darling fantastic
    you know i am your fan always so keep up the good work you are a true activist you warm my heart no matter how far way you are

    lots of love to you and i wish you the best for the future becayse you deserve it

    love Sweetful

  • Danna Hobart
    June 7, 2006
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    I can understand that. There is a lot of humor in the book. Thanks for the comment.

  • Lava monsterss
    June 7, 2006
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    oh man. thats angry. good.

  • Six Foot Fall
    June 7, 2006
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    Nice plug...
  • Icomey
    June 7, 2006
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    I just want to say congratulations on getting a book out there. I would never be able to write a book... at least not anytime soon. I know this is a serious subject, but, given my sick sense of humor, I couldn't help but find the "I started to tie a bib around Tucker’s neck but I had the strongest desire to strangle him with it. I could see it in my mind, his head growing larger, like a balloon as his neck was cinched off by the strings. His tongue bulging, his eyes protruding, just before his skull was ready to pop--I started to tie a bib around Tucker’s neck but I had the strongest desire to strangle him with it. I could see it in my mind, his head growing larger, like a balloon as his neck was cinched off by the strings. His tongue bulging, his eyes protruding, just before his skull was ready to pop--" section very humorous... I know, it's horrible, but I loved it. Anyway, I wish you the best of luck for success with the book. I might check it out if it comes into our local library. Once again, congratulations.

    Icomey

  • localhero
    June 7, 2006
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    wow, very intruiging. postpartum is very horrible, it's great to hear that this woman has found an out, and a way to beat it, both with careers and writing... the knowledge has to help i suppose, but it's a pretty horrible life to live... there's nothing more terrifying than losing a child, and to think that you might do something to hurt your own. at any moment even? that would be horrible... anyway, thanks for bringing this to our attention
  • Philogos gold member
    June 7, 2006
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    Fascinating stuff. The whole idea has a surreal quality nut I ca't quite work out why as there is nothing very odd about a mother going out to work. Perhaps it is the long distance part of the job. I guess one has to read the book just to find out if being far away from the baby cures the problem. Well done. vic

  • Katerina Ivanovna
    June 6, 2006
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    Interesting premise. I don't know if I'll read it, but its an interesting idea. All the more props to you for writing it.

  • LegalEagle
    June 6, 2006
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    o.k. this was interesting.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 6, 2006
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    Thank you, Geneva!

  • Geneva
    June 6, 2006
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    Congratulations Danna

  • Danna Hobart
    June 6, 2006
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    Thank you.
  • ecrivain01 silver member
    June 5, 2006
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    Interesting premise. I'm sure you've done it justice.
  • lindarnoian
    June 5, 2006
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    great job here, incredible piece of writing. very unique too.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 5, 2006
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    Thank you, Sonja! Or is it Sonya? Long time no see!

  • Blondita
    June 5, 2006
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    Congrats Danna X

  • Danna Hobart
    June 5, 2006
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    I understand all about being broke Thank you for your encouraging comment.
  • luvdrkchocolate
    June 5, 2006
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    Wow! This is great! You're a writer? That's so cool! You must really feel good about now to have gotten your book out there! It sounds like a wonderful tale. A little different and interesting. What a way to deal with the 'baby blues'. I'll have to look into reading this sometime. I'm a bit broke now but I won't be forever! LOL Anyways, good job and good luck! Thanks for featuring it so that I know that it's out there!

  • Danna Hobart
    June 5, 2006
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    Thank you
  • Kwame
    June 5, 2006
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    woow...i don't know what to say...this is exceptional...i mean everything i've read here!!!i didn't stop to think what could drive these mothers to kill their own babies...reading this has actually made me realize how vulnerable we all are...great piece and congratulations!!!

  • Danna Hobart
    June 5, 2006
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    Thank you!

  • Danna Hobart
    June 5, 2006
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    I am very happy that you were able to manage your PPD in that way. It depends on how severe you have it. Many women do not have the option of trying to manage it themselves.

    Thanks for your comment.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 5, 2006
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    Thank you, Michael.

  • B Chandler
    June 4, 2006
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    congrands on your first publication; good blurb summary as well
  • Yvette Champ
    June 4, 2006
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    Congratulations on your publishing deal.I hope that your book reaches out to women suffering from PPD.I suffered it with my third child but would not take meds as it would mean I would have had to stop breastfeeding.It was an awful experience and I fought my way out of it somehow and read of self help natural things like eating bananas,the magnesium and pottassium within them help to rebalance the chemicals within the brain,I had two a day for months and forced myself to exercise for at least twenty minutes a day as exercise releases natural endorphins within the body which are natural mood lifters.The effort was incredible as it was an effort to do anything.

  • Painful Expressions
    June 4, 2006
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    Congratulations

    Wow! Congrats on such a wonderful honor as having been published. I love to see people realize their dreams like you are......Michael

  • Danna Hobart
    June 4, 2006
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    Thank you hurtheart. It is hard to go through. If you read my book, but you will understand PPD.
  • Hurtheart
    June 4, 2006
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    wow that would be hard to go through...to have to face thoughs thoughts later on i life when the hormones are back in balance i dont really know a lot about PPD.congrates
  • uupadhyaya
    June 4, 2006
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    the piece shows - you are more sentimental and you try to go within the characters with a microscopic eye.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 4, 2006
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    Thank you!
  • cutecut
    June 4, 2006
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    CONGRATS....

  • Danna Hobart
    June 4, 2006
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    Thank you so much, Dee. I am glad you never suffered through PPD. Thanks for all your support.

  • catz Moderators member
    June 4, 2006
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    First of all, congratulations on your book publication, Danna
    Fortunatly for me... and my children, too, it would seem, I never suffered from PPD, not with any of the five of them. But I know a couple of women who have, and even from the outside, and not as a close friend, I could see that it was a horrible experience for all concerned.

    You've done a service, I feel, with your presentation, helping those who suffer and those who love them, that there is hope and understanding.

    Good luck with your book sales

    Dee
    Edited on Jun 16, 3:49 p.m. because 'typos'.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 4, 2006
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    Thanks. It is a little bit overwhelming at the moment, and still a little unreal at the same time.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 4, 2006
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    Thank you so much! Congrats on your upcoming publication. I was not aware that I was on your favorites list. I feel honored.

    If I make millions, I will loan you a couple of bucks


  • Danna Hobart
    June 4, 2006
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    Lack of sleep will make anybody dellusional. Put an infant in the care of someone who is sleep deprived and there is a great potential for disaster. My oldest son was over 10 pounds when he was born, and he was ALWAYS hungry, and colicky to boot. He wanted to nurse every single hour, and he would scream for hours on- and nothing would console him. I am rambling... I am glad that you were able to get over it without serious incident. It does eventually go away, but when you are suffering from it, you don't see that far ahead.
  • Apparition
    June 4, 2006
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    Congratulations Danna!!! It must feel just great. Can't wait to get a copy!!!

  • Danna Hobart
    June 4, 2006
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    Thanks for reading. I love your name BTW.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 4, 2006
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    I love deer too. I remember driving acoss I-80 through PA and seeing a deer someone had hit about every other mile. It was very sad.

    On the PPD- it is brought on by a severe hormonal imbalance that occurs following the baby's birth, and often sleep deprivation contributes to it.
  • Stu Pididiot
    June 3, 2006
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    excellent

    Danna, congratulations on your book and best of luck in all your future ventures. The topic of your book seems like a very worthwhile and interesting one.

    All the best!
    Nevada
  • ocerus
    June 3, 2006
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    Well well well, Danna! You is a author?! Great job! Seriously, congratulations! I am soon to be published as well, a poetry book named, "For Mom." It is to be published by an internet publisher named publishamerica.com. Incidently, did you know that you're on my favorites list? It's true! God, I'm just gushing. I'm just very happy for you, that's all. Again, congrats, and I hope you sell a million! (I'd like to borrow a couple o' bucks!) Yours - oce

  • ScarletO
    June 3, 2006
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    Wow, this was so interesting to read. No one can understand depression until they have actually experienced it themself, I have found that out. The postpartum depression seems so unnatural yet it is real and not to be dealt with lightly. I think I may have had some of it myself but eventually became sane again. Lack of sleep can do horrible things to any mother. Good topic you have written here.

  • La Luna Rosa
    June 3, 2006
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    An intriguing and important topic.

  • deercatcher
    June 3, 2006
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    Good luck on your venture. Long haul driving can be like a narcotic. I love deer; and every day I drive it is a game to see at least one. Scaning nooks and crannies in the day and spotting the difference in the reflectivity of the hair in the grass in the headlights gives me the activity to stay alert. I find it amazing that they will feed a few feet away from roaring traffic. Have you ever had to change a flat on the side of an interstate? I find the noise and overpressure terrifying. Maybe because I understand where the danger lies...

    On post partum blues; I wonder if it isn't brief flashes of rationality and counting the cost that leads to the urges to rid the screaming demanding little one...

  • Danna Hobart
    June 3, 2006
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    Thanks BC.

  • Danna Hobart
    June 3, 2006
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    Thank you, CZ.

    I am not sure what TEKENS means?


  • Danna Hobart
    June 3, 2006
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    Oh, yes, Aurine, we for sure are angry with ourselves. Most people simply can not understand, and even their attempts to help end up making us feel worse! And it can be so hard to talk about. I hope that in some way, my book can make it easier for mothers to talk about it, and for others to understand what they are going through. Thanks for commenting.


  • -ButterflyCuts-
    June 3, 2006
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    Wow, this looks brilliant. The cover is beautiful.
    meh, i will try and buy your book. I want to read it. now.
    Congratulations on being published. i hope to one day..

    jess

  • Aurine
    June 3, 2006
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    Thankyou

    I applaude you Danna...and congratulations on your book!
    So many mothers out there have suffered or are still suffering from postnatal depression...its not something that just 'goes away' and there is nothing like true 'empathy' in situations like this..for it such an alone feeling.......such a confusing time....and most often, the one we are most angry at is ourselves for feeling this way!!.....Thankyou for writing this book..and I will look into buying a copy myself....xox ~Aurine~

  • CookieZeal Greeters member
    June 3, 2006
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    . I'm glad you posted this for us so we can see
    about getting a copy.

    Have I congratulated you yet on this book? Oh, but if I had just 3 weeks of solace somewhere..........no phone calls..nothing! LOL. I could finish alllllllllll..or at least ONE of my unfinished books.

    I remember when you first came to AllPoetry and you critiqued one of mine. I could tell you were in it for the truth and pursuit.

    For Jodi, motherhood is more frightening than hauling 40 tons down an icy mountain,... I related to that! My repressed
    aggression needed to see the analogy...wowee. lol.

    TEKENS was just amazing as well,n'est-ce pas? My goodness, I had no idea; I need to read your contribution as seeing your name in there!
    .

  • Danna Hobart
    June 2, 2006
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    Thank you for your insightful comment.
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