My Brain has at Silver Lining or Two

I just read and interesting blog post called Evolutionary (and writerly) advantages of depression? It certainly rang true for me, even though I'm not especially depressed right now.

Also, here's a quote from ADDitude magazine.

"Hyperfocus can help you show your love. When her son needed a new blanket for his bed, a mom gathered the yarn and needles, found a comfy chair, and finished a colorful afghan in two days."