A Different Kind of Blossom: Essays about Our Journey Through a Mental Illness

RHONDA MCMILLON lives in Valparaiso, Indiana where she loves being a mother to her three sons, Marcus, Marcellus, and Nicholas. She enjoys attending NAMI meetings, taking walks, and rug hooking. MARCUS ENGLISH happily lives in the beautiful town of Valparaiso, Indiana with his mother, Rhonda, and two younger brothers, Marcellus and Nicholas. Since he was a little boy, he has always loved to live, laugh, and enjoy life. Marcus is currently pursuing his Mechanical Engineering degree and Purdue University North Central. He eagerly waits for the day he will be engineering quality products that are both fun and amazing. Also, he delights in fast cars, running, and relaxing with family and friends. MARCELLUS ENGLISH lives in Valparaiso, Indiana with his mother and two brothers, Marcus and Nicholas. He is also attending Purdue Universtiy North Central for a degreee in Mechanical Engineering. Just like his twin brother, Marcus, Marcellus enjoys running and has an interest in fast cars, and cherishes time spent with family and friends. NICHOLAS MCMILLON lives in Valparaiso, Indiana with his mother and twin brothers, Marcus and Marcellus. Nicholas is a full-time student at Valparaiso High School. He enjoys spending time with his family and participating in martial arts. ESSIE MCMILLON lives in Michigan City, Indiana in a historice home, surrounded by an array of beautiful and colorful blossoms. She uses her gardens to create comfortable outdoor living space and realizes that not all blossoms express thier essence the same way. Some are a different kind of blossom with its own unique beauty. Essie has always been interested in helping mentally challanged individuals live a fulfilled life, and has worked with many special needs children during her career in social work.