DisplacedGRITS

I'm embarking on an 1100 mile solo roadtrip car trip to visit my familyi in the morning . This is yet another thing i wouldn't dream of doing if i wasn't sober and feeling safe in my sobriety. I am so grateful right now. When i was using, i was barely able to drive 5to miles to the store to pick up more booze. Heck, i know i shouldn't have even been on the road. Now, i feel confident and excited to tackle this huge trip just to spend a few days with my friends and family. I think this trip is just as much a confidence builder for myself as it is to see everyone. Wish me luck. I'll be checking in and lurking about. In a few hours i'm Alabama bound!

ReadyAndAble

Good luck! Sounds like a great drive, right down the middle of the country with all the plants and trees in spring bloom. A perfect way to celebrate your freedom.

Taking5

Hey PM me when you get down here if you want to hit a meeting.

Sapling

Have a good trip Grits...Be safe!

Dee74

You've got me singing Leadbelly now DG

Have a great trip

Scolova

Sounds great, wishing you a safe trip and good sober times.

instant

Sweet home. Great news

nonblondechef

Travel safe and have a fantastic time!

DisplacedGRITS

Hi everyone! I'm south of Indianapolis and grabing a late lunch early dinner. It's amazing how this trip is flying by while i'm sober. I was detoxing last time i rode passenger when we moved to Milwaukee. The weather is lovely and traffic is mostly chugging along. Thanks dgillz! I'll pm you tomorrow or Saturday! Woot!

Sapling

Sounds good Grits...Thanks for checking in.

heath480

Have a great time,cant imagine a drive that far!

With the added bonus of the offer of a lift to a meeting-great stuff.

2granddaughters

Go gently, GRITS !!

All the best.

Bob R

DisplacedGRITS

I arrived safely yesterday. The trip went well. It was stranglely therapeutic. Something about being alone just listening to my music and the zen-like concentration traveling on the interstate induced was actually quite nice. It's wonderful being back in my hometown. No matter how long i've been away,it still feels like i was just here yesterday. It's a little difficult because all my old triggers are here but i'm managing them well and i still feel fresh and in control. I am a different person than the one that left here and that is a good thing. I wasn't a bar person so as long as i just avoid liquor stores i'll be fine and i'm not too worried about them. Safe weekend everyone!

Sapling

That's awesome Grits....Have fun. Glad you had a safe trip!