Life's Changing!
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Life's Changing!
I'm a 119 days sober today and will have 4 months under my belt next week!
I cannot begin to describe how much my life has changed since I took that last drink. I'm thankful (well almost) that I had an alcohol probelm just to experience the joy of being sober and the changes it has brought to my families life. I'm not there yet, and in a way I don't want to be because I'm enjoying the journey.
My ultimate goal....... to not be afraid of the what future has in store for me tomorrow, next week and next year. That won't happen overnight but I sense a change and find myself living for the moment more and more.
Life's good again. Life's Changing!
Julynine
I cannot begin to describe how much my life has changed since I took that last drink. I'm thankful (well almost) that I had an alcohol probelm just to experience the joy of being sober and the changes it has brought to my families life. I'm not there yet, and in a way I don't want to be because I'm enjoying the journey.
My ultimate goal....... to not be afraid of the what future has in store for me tomorrow, next week and next year. That won't happen overnight but I sense a change and find myself living for the moment more and more.
Life's good again. Life's Changing!
Julynine
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Location: Baton Rouge, La.
Posts: 15,234
The fear of the unknown is scarry because
we just don't know what will happen next.
However, in recovery with the steps and
principles set down for us to incorperate
in our everyday lives, we don't have to
worry so much. For me just knowing I
dont have to go thru anything alone in
life again is pretty comforting. Placing my
faith in a HP, Higher Power, of my understanding,
then that takes the weight off my shoulders
and I can relax and know im in Great Hands.
So far in my 22yrs sobriety and in my 50ish
yrs on this Earth, all has happened just as it
is suppose to. I couldnt be where I am today,
healthy, happy, honest if all that has happened
to me hadn't.
Today, i will turn my will and life over to
the Man upstairs for continued care and
guidance as I continue on my path of recovery
passing on my own ESH to others that are
still struggling with addiction.
With that, I pretty confident I will have another
sober day to enjoy.
we just don't know what will happen next.
However, in recovery with the steps and
principles set down for us to incorperate
in our everyday lives, we don't have to
worry so much. For me just knowing I
dont have to go thru anything alone in
life again is pretty comforting. Placing my
faith in a HP, Higher Power, of my understanding,
then that takes the weight off my shoulders
and I can relax and know im in Great Hands.
So far in my 22yrs sobriety and in my 50ish
yrs on this Earth, all has happened just as it
is suppose to. I couldnt be where I am today,
healthy, happy, honest if all that has happened
to me hadn't.
Today, i will turn my will and life over to
the Man upstairs for continued care and
guidance as I continue on my path of recovery
passing on my own ESH to others that are
still struggling with addiction.
With that, I pretty confident I will have another
sober day to enjoy.
Sober since October
Join Date: Oct 2012
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Hi, Jylynine.
Congrats on Day 119. It's great achievement!
My ultimate goal....... to not be afraid of the what future has in store for me tomorrow, next week and next year. That won't happen overnight but I sense a change and find myself living for the moment more and more. I love this goal. I hope, one day I'll be able to say:
'I live today as well's I may, regardless of tomorrow"
My best wishes to you!
Congrats on Day 119. It's great achievement!
Originally Posted by Julynine 
My ultimate goal....... to not be afraid of the what future has in store for me tomorrow, next week and next year. That won't happen overnight but I sense a change and find myself living for the moment more and more.
'I live today as well's I may, regardless of tomorrow"
My best wishes to you!
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Well done on nearing 4 months! When folk like you post such words its a real comfort to folk like me (day 9) to hear that it's so worth it
I'm also liking the fact that you are enjoying the process/experience. I can't say the first few days was joy but I am learning every day, even hour about my old patterns & behaviours and the untruths I told myself to excuse me to have a drink
Thanks so much for posting and all the best on your continued journey
S x
I'm also liking the fact that you are enjoying the process/experience. I can't say the first few days was joy but I am learning every day, even hour about my old patterns & behaviours and the untruths I told myself to excuse me to have a drink
Thanks so much for posting and all the best on your continued journey
S x
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