This is the story of Peggy who has recently been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. Peggy and her family move to Vermont where Peggy struggles with her illness and finds ways to cope with her continuing bipolar cycles. Peggy corresponds to her therapist she left behind during the move, and each piece of correspondence highlights Peggy's new awakening and new techniques to counter-attack and accept her bipolar illness. Family and job difficulties are highlighted throughout the book making it informative for family members and friends who try to understand their loved one who has Bipolar Disorder.