Poems and Quotes. Plz add

[Erinlt420]

LET GO

As children bring their broken toys, with tears for us to mend
I brought my broken dreanms to god because he is my friend
But instead of leaving him in peace to work alone
I hung around and tried to help with ways that were my own
At last I snatched them back again and cried "How could you be so slow!"
"My child" he said, "What could I do? you never did let go"

[Erinlt420]

ONLY
Only as high as I reach
can I grow
Only as far as I seek
can I go
Only as deep as I look
can I see
Only as much as I dream
can I be



TO BE
I aint what I ought to be,
I aint what I want to be,
I aint what I was going to be,
But thank god I aint what I used to be



"The biggest mistake I can make is not to recongize that I make mistakes"

"Excuses are simply my lack if faith in me"

"Chase your recovery the way you chased your drug"

"My Journey is my destination"

"I do not make today the tomorrow I worried about yesterday"

[Wolfstarr]

I have been driven many times upon my knees
by the overwhelming conviction
that I had nowhere else to go.

-- Abraham Lincoln

[Erinlt420]

EVERYONE

I am currently working on a notebook of peoms and quotes to keep myself busy, and is running out of quotes to use plz post some to help me out or give me some ideas where I can copy some I have already got alot from this forum. HELP

[Wolfstarr]

Erin, go to this forum here in SR, it's chockfull of quotes!!

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...tes-47914.html

[CAPTAINZING2000]

Erin,

If, you look in the Read for Inspiration thread on the Christian site, you could get the rest of this
TO BE
I aint what I ought to be,
I aint what I want to be,
I aint what I was going to be,
But thank god I aint what I used to be


A member of AA posted it on another site. I've heard several people make this quote.


I googled for the story that went to this but, I can't find it.

[Erinlt420]

sorry its been so long since i posted in a thread started but here are a few quotes for today

" when I abused mind affecting chemicals I abused people when I abused people I abused mind affecting chemicals, today I live my life & let others liive theirs"

"I can chose to do right
I can chose to do wrong
with enough wing choices
my choices will be gone"

"let your tears come, let them water your soul"

"let us examine our ways and test them"

[Erinlt420]

Love is patient, love is kind love is not jealous
its does not put on airs,
it is not snobbish
Lover is never rude
it is not self seeking
it is not prone to anger
neither does it brood over injuroes
Love does not rejoice in what is wrong,
but rejoices with the truth
There is no limit to loves forbearance
its truth
its hope
its power to endure

[Erinlt420]

"I am but one, but I am one
I cant do everthing, but I can do something
what can I do, I ought to do
what I ought to do , I will do"

"People are like stained glass windows, they sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light with in"

"Im not crazy, Im just alittle unwell"

COME ON PEOPLE HELP ME OUT POST SOME QUOTES> YOU WILL BE HELPING A FELLOW RECOVERING ADDICT LIKE I SAID BEFORE I AM WORKING ON A BOOK OF QUOTES AND ARE RUNNING LOW THANKS FOR THE QUOTES AND SUGGESTIONS PEOPLE HAVE ALREADY POSTED!!!

ERIN

[toforever]

" I'm not crazy i'm just a little unwell, I know right now you can't tell...
but baby stick around and soon enough you'll see, I different side of me"

To bad she went into a shell as I came out of my cacoon, maybe she just didn't wan't to fly with me. Could be that only I have wings because I'm the only one who believes they are there...given you can't see them.

[toforever]

"the lunatic is my head"

-Pink Floyd

[toforever]

"don't opent your eyes, you won't like what you see...the blind have been blessed with security"

Trent Reznor

[Erinlt420]

thanks all, keep em coming they are great, My book is coming out good, but still have alot of pages to fill, I will poat some if mine later tonight,

[Erinlt420]

Here is a peom I wrote for my son who will be 2 the day after xmas

A Mother

Gifted beautifull Jayson
I know your mine
How could I have neglected you
all this time'
I want to give you the love
you should have been getting all along
I have to make you see that my absence
wasnt because of anything you did wrong
I want to be around
Ready to kiss away your ters
I want to be around
to try to ease your fears
I want to share your Joy
Put a band-aid on your pain
I want to gain your respect and trust again
Jay Jay, Im Asking for another chance to become part of your life
please forgive me
for the neglect and strife

[Erinlt420]

Heres one more for my baby boy

I lay down at night, theres noone here
Being alone is what i most fear
my boyfriend and son is all I had
now all that is left is a heart that is sad
my beautifull son running around
his smile and laughter no where ot be found
another day
another night
this feeling of loneliness
i hope i can fight
If I wake up tomorrow
and my first thought is my son
then this battle with dope
i know I have won
the pain I caused, the hurt you flet
is why im alone, its the hand that i dealt
for the rest of my life, i'll live without drygs
the only fix i need is my sons hugs

[toforever]

"How many licks does it take to get to the center of tootsie pop?"

~unknown to me~

[happy2006]

thanks everyone this are good

[Erinlt420]

sorry guys been so long heres a few:


:sad6: been slackin been busy workin


"better to waste time praying, then it is to pray about getting wasted"

"noone can go back to make a brand new start....anyone can start from now to make a brand new errand"

"there is no chemical solution to an emotional problem"

and one more for your thoughts

"Put your ear down next to your soul amd listen....listen hard..."

SORRY IF I REPEAT ANY I FORGOT TO CHECK OFF WHICH ONES I HAVE ALREADY USED HOPEFULLY IT WONT BE THIS LONG BEFORE I POST SOME MORE, I GOT SOME GOOD PEOMS TO POST BIT WILL DO THEM TONIGHT OR 2MORROW, GOTTA RUN TO A MEETIN DONT WANNA BE LATE, I HATE WALIN INTO MEETINS LATE AND EVERYONE TURNS AND LOOKS AT YOU, BUT THATS ALLRIGHT AT LEAT I MADE IT, LUV U ALL,

[Erinlt420]

hey whats up all everyone is slackin where are all ur quotes??

[roses2005]

" NO ONE CAN MAKE YOU FEEL INFERIOR WITHOUT YOUR CONSENT "
---ELANOR ROSAVELT----

Isnt that the truth!!!!!!!!!! I love a good quote, and thats my
favorite. Thanks, Jen

[GoldenGutters]

Meditation..........or ramblings

A cerulean river carries me, carries me.
To a field of amber buttercups.
To a sky filled with vermillion butterflies.
Past all the honking and screaming.
Past all the constant, eratic movement.
Past the stench of polluted air.
Past all the morbid photos of dispair.

The current is gentle and carries me forward.
While small fishes tickle my toes.
Passing tiny islands where strangers smile.
Tiny islands where children laugh.
Tiny islands where the vista is unobstructed.
Tiny islands where silence is king.

Fragrant breezes caress me as I reach my destination.
Wildflowers as far as the eye can see.
A path meandering, this I now follow.
Thankful to be alive dispite my petty problems.
Thankful for the respite from the worldly chaos.
Thankful for the islands that keep me going.
Thankful for the knowledge that I am not alone.

[Steve.clarke1-]

Desiderata
Go placidly amid the noise and haste and remember
what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without
surrender be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to
others, even the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious
to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others, you may become
vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser
persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as
your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time. Exercise
caution in your business affairs; for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons
strive for high ideals; and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and
disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully
surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit
to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself
with imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe; no less than the
trees and the stars, you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it's clear to you, no doubt the universe
is unfolding as it should. Therefore be at peace with God, whatever
you conceive God to be; and whatever your labours and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it's still
a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Author Unknown

[OVERIT]

"Peace is a journey of a thousand miles and it must be taken one step at a time."
-- Lyndon B Johnson

[nightingale]

Those who wish to sing always find a song. -- Swedish proverb

[Cecilia]

I am in shape. Round is a shape.

Talk is cheap because supply exceeds demand.

Practice safe eating. Always use condiments.

Insanity is hereditary. You get it from your kids.

Earth is full. Go home.

Rehab is for quitters.

My dog can lick anyone.

An optimist thinks this is the best possible world. A pessimist fears this is true.

In just two days tommorrow will be yesterday.

I plan on living forever. So far, so good.

Brain cells come and brain cells go, but fat cells live forever.

I used to have a handle on life but it broke.

I am a nobody, nobody is perfect, therefore I am perfect.

Never fry bacon in the nude.

No matter how loudly the rooster may crow, its the hen who delivers the goods.

If you think youre someone of importance, try bossing someone elses dog.

If I want to hear the pitter patter of little feet, Ill put shoes on the cat.

All men are animals. Some just make better pets.

If I wore a hat, it would be a cookie jar.

You only need two tools. Wd-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesnt move and it should, use WD-40. If it moves and it shouldnt, use Duct Tape.

I dont get stress. Im a carrier.

Never trust a dog to watch your food.

Growing old is mandatory. Growing up is optional.

Everyone seems normal until you get to know them.

Never pass up an opportunity to potty.

Never drive faster than your guardian angel can fly.

The trouble with doing nothing is that youre never sure when youre done.

Be nice to everyone. Someday they may be on your jury.

The early bird may get the worm, but its the second mouse that gets the cheese.