NYC_Chick

I have been doing some gratitude work this week. I first joined this board in February and was a wreck to say the least. I spent the first couple of weeks trying to fix my ex, got into a few tifts with some of those who were much further along in their recovery, walked away a bit hurt, but kept coming back. I think the part of my brain that usually ran knew that I had a place here and if I really listened, I mean REALLY listened, I would learn more than I ever thought possible in the short time since I've known all of you via cyberspace.

The greatest gift I got was myself. For years I forgot I existed. I have learned, probably for the first time in my life, that it's ok to focus on myself and only myself.

So, I just wanted to say thank you to those of you that have consistently replied to my posts (you know who you are!) and helped to keep me rooted in my recovery. I am very grateful!

starflier

Amen, sister! I haven't been here very long, but please allow me to say I know exactly what you mean! I'm only barely remembering that I exist, but thanks to people like you who continue to post even when you're way beyond needing verification, I see that it's possible for me, too. Thank you.

LaTeeDa

I absolutely love it when people can recognize and post about their own growth! It just gives me the warm fuzzies!

Keep up the good work, NYC.

L

prodigal

I'm happy to hear that I haven't scared you away yet! I realize I can dish it out in a blunt manner at times, but I really do care about the pain of the people who come to this board tied up in knots after being exposed to addiction.

I've been there. I've lived it. And I can attest to the fact that the light at the end of our tunnels is NOT a train!

gns

Congratulations on your growth NYC_chick!
It is inspiring.

RosieM

Chick, I have enjoyed our correspondence via these boards. Way to go, girl.

FormerDoormat

NYC, you have come very far in a very short time--a testament to your strength, tenacity, and willingness to work hard to get the life you want. You're an amazing woman.