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jobei 10-25-2012 05:35 AM

Recollections of my drunken life
 
I sit here looking out the window at a beautiful sunrise, warm and safe in my bed and I think back to not so long ago when everyday was filled with chaos and confusion, doubt and despair. I am EXTREMELY grateful today to be sober. I have come to realize that being drunk became the only thing that I knew in my life, it was almost second nature to me. I couldn't quit because there was nothing else. It was hard to give up the only thing I "knew". Over time and with the alcohol removed, I can now see how much more there is in life. To anyone struggling, you can break the cycle and a better life is right around the corner!

God bless!

Caledonia1 10-25-2012 05:49 AM

lovely words jobei, very thoughtful. How true is that, soberiety is wonderful.
:grouphug:

lilac0721 10-25-2012 05:50 AM

BEautiful encouragement. Thank you!

Anna 10-25-2012 06:51 AM

It's wonderful what a little perspective can bring to us. I'm glad you're doing well.

soberjim 10-25-2012 06:53 AM

Thank you for this post...

Jim


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