Surlyredhead

It is that time of year for me again. It was 19 years ago today that I took my last drink. I remember it like it was yesterday, what the weather was like, where I was staying, how HORRIBLE I felt mentally, physically and spiritually. I was homeless and totally broken...and tired, so very tired. Tomorrow 4/27 is the anniversary of when I went from existing, to living. There are no words to describe how grateful I am for everything and everyone in my life. If anyone out there doesn't believe in miracles...here I am, one of Gods own. My eyes are brimming with good tears, I still can't believe I am here.......

I pray that I never forget, truly my worst day sober it a zillion times better than my best day drunk!

Thank you all for helping me make it one more day,

Cathy

Darkplace2013

Well done what an inspiration.

jscorpio

Thank you Cathy, this gives me hope. Wow, 19 years. You are awesome!!

Dee74

That's really awesome Cathy - congratulations!

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Hevyn

Cathy - I didn't realize it was that many years! Thanks for a great post - I'm so glad you got your life back.

Anna

I'm thrilled to have you back, Cathy! It is so great to know how far you've come.

Sally3127

Stories like your give us all hope. Thank you.

MIRecovery

I just love to hear stories of long term sobriety because it proves it can be done.

Congrats on staying sober today!

Zebra1275

Congratulations from a fellow Michigander!

MIRecovery

Grand Rapids Alky here

aussieblue

Congratulations.

bigsombrero

Awesome - thanks for sharing the story and your feelings about everything. It's heartwarming to read how proud you are of yourself - you damn well should be and it's an amazing accomplishment. Have a wonderful day!

Mizzuno

Now that is what i call inspirational!!!

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Acheleus

You are awesome. Thanks for the inspiration!

SnwFlower

That's seriously cool Cathy!! Congratulations! You are a true inspiration.

rainyengland

Wow wow wow !!!

Awesome!

Opivotal

Thank you for sharing your story with us Cathy. Congratulations!