24 Hour Recovery Connection.

Congratulations Willow on 6 months! That is wonderful.

And 24 for me, please.

Thank you JoJo and Suze for your kind words. Love you both, my dear friends.

JoJo, I know what you mean—that odd feeling like you’re back near the beginning and every time, it’s because we aren’t taking care of the basics. I get sick of the basics too—like why do I have to purposefully eat well, rest, calm down, come to the boards—why isn’t everything like that automatic already? There’s that part of me that slides back to old habits. Then I’m mad about that, but maybe it will always be there. I think it gets better, but does not completely go away. I think that’s what happened when I went back out after years of sobriety. I am so happy you see what’s happening and can change course. I’ve been up and down a lot, too. Strong one day, and unraveled the next. Being sober is always a great thing to hold on to...it’s the one constant that guarantees the best possible outcome. Nothing ever improved while drinking.

Suze, it’s very hard—thank you so much. I know I’m not alone with this and that’s so important. I talked to them tonight and they both are sounding better than yesterday. I don’t know how long they can live in their home even though they have help, or how quickly things might worsen but staying in today helps so much. It’s good to train the brain to stay in the solutions and away from worry and fear. Not easy at all. I really appreciate your support. My mother wants me to come over and cook with her since she’s been feeling low. Brought tears to my eyes. She really wants to make things better however we can. Her attitude is good—doesn’t want to give up at all. So we’re optimistic

Love to everyone and good night

Red

Dows anyone know if you’re able to thank people for their posts anymore? Did that option go away or is it somewhere else? I guess I could start thanking by replying or message.

by the way..thank you for being here and posting today!

love

Red

Thank you Dee. I was a serial thanker. I can still do it, just in a different way. This may lead to more posts and messages but it’s all positive. We can find new ways to let people know they have been heard and are cared for. . I think I can start visiting pages too.

Another 24!