Making progress
 

So I went back and read a bunch of my posts. Anyone here who has been posting has probably done that.

Wow.... I can literally see the ups and downs in focus... Thoughts.... Fear.... And even love.

My depression stands out. I have a med now for that and things are clearing somewhat.

It's also clear that when i have messed up the total dispare in my pleas for help.

I joined in April. I have learned so much since then. From the posts I read and the responses I get on how to handle sobriety.

I have learned to open up and share a lot more. I never thought I would be able to express the awfulness of the situation.

I have made some really good connections here. They mean the world to me.

Even through the haze of depression I feel hope.... See the horizon.

I am capable of reaching out to grab what I want and need in my life a little better.

I refuse to say I have a long way to go yet. Nope. I am here. Now. Sober. Today.

The long way I have to go is simply the joy of living a more full life. One that has a bit more wisdom and a lot of exploring to do.

I have a huge meeting this morning at work. I present for an hour and a half to a dozen or so people. I could never do that before. I am excited to be in the land of the living today.

I have so much gratitude. Just thought I would share that.

Ken

Go get 'em !!

All the best.
Bob

Have a great day Ken :)

D

That is a fantastic post, Ken. LOVE it!!

....ah yes Ken !! I call it a new sense of freedom, which my sobriety has provided !

Good luck, you'll do great! Thanks for sharing what your thinking as well.

Bravo dear!!! each day as you can see gets easier, and each day your strength grows!! never give up!!! and have a wonderful day!!

Awesome to hear!!

Are you working the AA steps at all? I really think they will help you out. Your writing is beautiful.

Hugs,

((Hugs)) This is what I want for you: to recognize your contribution to this site and the amazing impact you have on making this world a better place just by you being in it. Really let it sink in how many people you have helped and how many people are sober now or will be impacted in the future because of you simply being authentic, struggling and overcoming.

Wow!

Thanks everyone for the encouragement!

I just got out of my meeting and I killed it. Wonderful positive feedback.

THAT WOULD NEVER HAVE BEEN POSSIBLE IF I DRANK.

I was always fuzzy headed everyday. Clear concise thoughts now.

I am on a bit of a high. The right kind of high.

Ken

:nyx:nyx:nyx:nyx:nyx

Hooray for you, Ken!

*\o/* WAY TO GO *\o/*

Awesome job!!! What a great high to be on :)

Great news, Ken.

I remember my AA buddy, Mitch (who recently celebrated 46 yrs). saying to me one morning at a meeting years ago:
I asked how he was doing and he said "I fell off a 22' ladder yesterday"
I said "Oh, my God, are you OK ??!!"
"Yup" he said.. "I was only on the second rung"

Savor your success.

Bob R

It's a wonderful thing to discover that even with all the ups and downs, life is worth living! Congratulations on all the work you've done to get here and thanks for sharing your journey with us!!:a122::You_Rock_

hi Weasel - your post just inspired me to check out my previous posts - I was here last fall and was doing good but then found out my relationship was over and I hit rock bottom - I have dabbled with ups and downs since - recently been much more downs so I decided to check out sr again. Anyways i just read all my previous posts - incredible - i was doing so well and happy - inspiring me to try sobriety again - thank you so much for the thought of re-reading my posts!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:tyou

Thanks again everyone.

And copper field I am very happy for you to be back. Yeah this morning gave me perspective and energy. Some of my past posts were heavy and dark. They seemed to be from someone else.... We'll maybe they were. :)

The 4th is an odd time for me so I wil remain honest to myself as much as I can. Reading the posts was just my way to do that.

All my best to you!

Good for you Ken. So glad the meeting went well but more glad that you are well! Wishing you all the best. Hang in for the 4th!

I really enjoy your statement that reflects your mindfulness and awareness of the present moment, and to never drink in the 'now'. Ken, I am hearing that exhilaration, feeling of accomplishment, and a excitement too! If you can do this thing, what real limits do you have? I hear that sense of determination and the results it brought to your life immediately through the triumph in your business meeting.

Well done and congratulations to you, Weasel.

Nice one Weasie x
I was thinking about the 4th of July myself. Don't have all that milarkey over here in Blighty. Is it better that its not on a weekend? Does it just mean double celebrations?