“Hardly Ever Ways of Keeping Up” follows the life of Willow, a young woman in her early twenties, who battles with bipolar disorder. The story delves into her daily struggles as she navigates through the contrasting phases of mania and depression.Caught between exhilarating highs and debilitating lows, Willow's relationships, career aspirations, and personal identity are all profoundly affected. As she tries to find stability and manage her condition, she discovers the challenges of medication, therapy, and the stigma associated with mental health. It also explores the impact of Willow's journey on her friends and family, highlighting the importance of understanding and support. Ultimately, "Hardly Ever Ways of Keeping Up” sheds light on the resilience of the human spirit, emphasizing the hope that even amidst the most difficult battles, there is a chance for healing and growth.

Aria Whitman serves as a civilian nurse in her local hospital where she works with her fiancé David, who is a doctor at Oakridge Memorial Hospital. Despite being known as the “most beautiful woman" in her town because of her goddess-like face and body, her fiancé still dares to cheat on her with her co-nurse, Jessica whom she treated as a friend. Heartbroken, and betrayed, she found herself in a place where never in her entire life she would set foot upon. Will she be able to move past her failed relationship into that fast-paced and cruel environment? Or will the scar in her heart be mended by someone who holds a rifle in his hands?