Kevin Nordstrom

Kevin Nordstrom

Bio

Kevin Nordstrom is a writer and illustrator living happily ever after with his wife, son, too many cats, and his schizophrenia. 

Kevin Nordstrom Articles

My wife is amazing. Her love and support help me have an easier time maintaining control — that’s what’s most important.

I'm A Paranoid Schizophrenic In A Happy Marriage

Aside from the usual stuff that normal people have to deal with on a daily basis, I have to constantly monitor my stress level, as it can cause my symptoms to act up. These symptoms can range from difficulty concentrating to hallucinations of bugs, lights, shadows, and even people if I get really bad. As you might expect, this can be tricky when it comes to relationships. Most people can’t let go of the fact that you don’t hang up your towel or do your share of the dishes. Toss in hallucinations? Well, let’s just say not everyone’s the most comfortable around me.

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this week: birth control

Ask Aunt Ginger: Birth Control. Who Pays For It?

This week in Aunt Ginger, the birth control argument, that should definitely NOT be an argument.  

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Aunt Ginger: Let's Take A Look At The Big Picture

This week, Aunt Ginger wants to show you the Big Picture. Not that one, the other one.

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Ask Aunt Ginger!

Ask Aunt Ginger: Self-Care For Mental Health

This week in Aunt Ginger we're talking about Mental Health Awareness. Ginger offers strategies for mental health self-care.

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Cookies help with everything.

Aunt Ginger: Surviving The Election With Pro-Trump Family Members

What do you do when people you love support candidates or causes that you absolutely hate?

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Aunt Ginger: A Reminder To Unplug During The Election

This week Aunt Ginger reminds us that's it ok to unplug. Especially during this horrible election cycle. 

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Aunt Ginger: Diets Are Bulls*it

Aunt Ginger: Diets Are Bulls*it

This week Aunt Ginger reminds us, time spent dieting is time wasted.

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Ask Aunt Ginger: How To Get A Date Without Being An A**hole

Aunt Ginger is back. This week she's talking to a... guy. Who needs some help. Seriously. A lot of help.

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Being honest about myself, or my son. (Image Credit: Thinkstock)

Am I Only Successful Because Of My Schizophrenia?

I haven’t really written anything in a while.

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Aunt Ginger: Don't Forget ALL The Reasons To Vote

It's finally here — ELECTION DAY — and Aunt Ginger is here to remind you that every person and issue on your ballot matters!

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