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Old 04-10-2012, 04:17 AM
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30 Days Today!

Today begins day 30 free of opiate abuse and I am so humble and grateful.

In the first days of posting about my addiction and commitment to recovery (peppered with some whining as well) I was told repeatedly that I COULD do this, that I WILL feel better and to keep leaning on the experiences of others. All I can say is you were all so, so right and I am now at the longest stretch of sobriety in more than 8 years.

Physically, I feel pretty great. Funny how those chronic conditions now seem to be easily managed with some Tylenol (with a couple of exceptions). Emotionally, I'm able to actually deal with problems and understand that I don't have all the answers without flipping out. Life is far from perfect, but I see now it was so much worse while using. I'm living a flawed life, but it's mine and it's precious to me. Corny, but true.

Among the many pep talks I give myself - sometimes every couple of minutes - I settle on three words that deeply underline my resolve: "Know Your Worth". It began with finally realizing that I am worth the effort and struggle of sobriety. Today I know that I am also worth its reward.

A big thanks to everyone....I appreciate you all so much!

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Old 04-10-2012, 04:38 AM
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Old 04-10-2012, 03:49 PM
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Thank you so much, Dee!

It was a terrific day....happy to share this with all of you!

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Dang I do love the positive posta but then everyone knows I'm a slightly deranged Pollyanna. Way bto go on the 30 days. Isn't it ironic that we got from our addictions everything we were trying to escape?
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Old 04-10-2012, 05:35 PM
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Congratulations on 30 days!!
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Old 04-10-2012, 06:10 PM
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That's so good to hear ~A Great work!
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Congratulations :ghug3
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