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SoberLeigh 04-22-2016 08:19 AM

Thank You, doggonecarl
 
In June of 2014, you started a few threads which spoke to your relapse, albeit (and thankfully) brief. At that time you had over 1,600 days of sobriety. The agony which you expressed was palpable.

Your post was a wake-up call of sorts to me. At that time, I had about 800 days of sobriety and I was feeling rather confident - not cocky, but confident. Your threads shook that confidence and prompted me to seriously re-examine that confidence - if an SR icon of the likes of doggonecarl could relapse, well then none of us are immune to the perils of temptation. So I boosted my SR time, spent more time meditating, learned more about alcoholism, and made sobriety my life's bottom-line - "If I am sober, no matter what else happens in life, I can face it well".

I reached 1,600 days of sobriety yesterday - not in small part thanks to the honesty of your threads in June of 2014.

I just wanted to let you know how much you helped me. I am sure that I am not the only one; I am certain that your straight-forward, tell-it-like-it is, and honest SR style has helped many, many of us.

Thank you, doggonecarl.

lunar 04-22-2016 08:41 AM

Many thanks to you as well, doggonecarl.
Mostly a lurker, but an observer.
Thank You.

least 04-22-2016 08:49 AM

Carl, I am glad you are a part of this family. :hug: Thank you for sharing your wisdom and experience. :)

Dharma33 04-22-2016 09:06 AM

Great post, Leigh!

I always appreciate your insight, carl!!!

360startstoday 04-22-2016 09:11 AM

I love Carl too. Just so you know.

Ruby2 04-22-2016 09:14 AM

Carl is a treasure on this forum. I've always thought that his suggestions are gold, whether you want to hear it or not. Thank you.

Garden Girl 04-22-2016 09:22 AM

Does anyone have the link to this inspiring thread? I would love to read!

firstymer 04-22-2016 09:34 AM

Over the years, Carl's support and good advice has been a big part of my recovery. He is one of SR's best. :supernan

mns1 04-22-2016 09:51 AM

Congrats on 1600 days SoberLeigh!

Soberwolf 04-22-2016 10:16 AM

Excellent post Leigh and major congrats on 1600 days

Aellyce 04-22-2016 10:21 AM

Congratulations, SoberLeigh! I always appreciate both Carl's and your comments; different style but two very consistent and reliable members of this forum.
:tyou to both!

ccam1973 04-22-2016 10:23 AM

Thanks as well Carl and congrats on 1,600 days SoberLeigh! Awesome accomplishment!

ilovedogs666 04-22-2016 12:28 PM

Doggonecarl always says it like it is, honest and direct. I read SR posts all the time and I find his posts to be amazingly helpful to my sobriety. Thank you for being there!!!!

Anna 04-22-2016 12:53 PM

Thanks, Leigh, for this thread. It's a great example of how we learn from each other and help each other through this journey.

And, thanks Carl, for all you do for our members.

Longpasttime 04-22-2016 01:05 PM

Congrats Leigh, and totally agree on Carl. The no-bs, solid advice and the dog in the avatar looking at you like "Who in the *&^% do you think you are fooling?" is a powerful combo :)

teatreeoil007 04-22-2016 01:31 PM

I love doggoneCarl's posts. He nails it every time.

Dee74 04-22-2016 03:52 PM

Congratulations Sober Leigh :You_Rock_

I'm glad Carl came back too :)

D

Hevyn 04-22-2016 03:55 PM

Leigh, what a lovely tribute to Carl & his journey. :)

Proud of you for reaching 1601 days. At times I feel I'm overconfident - need to be mindful. Thanks. :hug:

strategery 04-22-2016 05:55 PM

Thank you Soberleigh for bringing doggonecarl up and congratulations on 1600 day!!! :hug:

His words have always spoken to me too and helped me many times Thank you doggonecarl for being part of this community! :You_Rock_

Also, thank you much Soberleigh for all that you do for this community and the warmth you bring. :hug:

Delilah1 04-22-2016 06:05 PM

I am another one who greatly appreciates Carl's advice.

Thanks for this post Leigh, and congratulations on 1600 days!!!

PurpleKnight 04-23-2016 01:35 AM

Great post and well said!! :)

doggonecarl 04-23-2016 04:49 AM

Thanks, all. I appreciate your kind words. And SoberLeigh, you're welcome.


Originally Posted by Garden Girl (Post 5918181)
Does anyone have the link to this inspiring thread? I would love to read!

If you are logged on and click on my name, above my avatar, a menu appears that allows you to view all threads started by doggonecarl.

I read them and was reminded again--not of the dark time of the relapse--but of how many of SR rallied to my support.

I'm ever grateful!

--carl

Nowsthetime 04-23-2016 05:30 AM

I also love Dog's style and SLeigh's insight.

Thank you SO MUCH for spending your time here.

This thread is prove of what I have said before, this place can touch people in ways others don't even know. It has touched me and helped me change for the better.

Thanks again.

Venecia 04-23-2016 05:46 AM

Congrats on 1,600 days, Leigh! That is one heck of an accomplishment.

And thank you, Carl, for your insights and dedication to SR.

Both of you are such steadfast friends to our community. We're very fortunate to have you in our midst.

Bailey3 04-23-2016 05:56 AM

Yes, doggonecarl is one of the rock solid people on this website! You are to Leigh! Congrats on your 1600 days!

brynn 04-23-2016 06:48 AM

Congrats Leigh! And thanks Carl! Both of you have been beacons of light for the whole community!
Xo

mns1 04-23-2016 06:56 AM

Thank you Carl

tokidoki 04-23-2016 06:59 AM

Our dear Soberleigh- Congratulations!

I'm glad you gave a shout-out to doggonecarl. (Obviously many of SR folks) and I always enjoy Carl's Voice of Reason.

And gotta love that name.

ItWillBeWorthIt 04-23-2016 08:35 AM

I, too, love Carl's straight-forward advice. When we are talking life and dead, it is needed and to me would always be welcome. "Cut to the chase" and tell it like it is works for me. :-)

Congrats Leigh on 1600 days! Your rock!

SportsFan15 04-23-2016 05:05 PM

This is a wonderful tribute post!

Thanks to Carl and congratulations to Leigh!!!


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