3 Years
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3 Years
I was prepared to come here this evening and write a self-congratulatory post about having 3 years sobriety today. After the events of this afternoon in the US, instead of celebrating, I find myself weeping for my country.
All I can do now is thank the universe that I'm not where I was August 15, 2014. Instead I'm strong, clear-minded & more present than ever. I can handle days like today, weekends like this past one and life's ups & downs in a rational, sane manner. I no longer need to blot out reality. Thanks to sobriety I can face it head on. I can process life as it comes at me in real time. What's even better is that I can even muster up a plan of action and join my fellow countryman in doing everything I can to save all that I hold precious & true - that every single one of us are created equal & are deserving of all opportunities this great country has to offer (including sweet sobriety).
For those of you who are here tonight whether you've been sober an hour, a day, a month or a year, whether this is your first Day One or your 100th (as it felt like I had), YOU have much to be proud of.
After days like today I rely more than ever on the fact that there is strength in numbers. Don't ever forget that. We're stronger together.
Keep coming back. It works when you work it - and you're so worth it.
Hugs, love, light & hope to all today & always,
~Hearts
All I can do now is thank the universe that I'm not where I was August 15, 2014. Instead I'm strong, clear-minded & more present than ever. I can handle days like today, weekends like this past one and life's ups & downs in a rational, sane manner. I no longer need to blot out reality. Thanks to sobriety I can face it head on. I can process life as it comes at me in real time. What's even better is that I can even muster up a plan of action and join my fellow countryman in doing everything I can to save all that I hold precious & true - that every single one of us are created equal & are deserving of all opportunities this great country has to offer (including sweet sobriety).
For those of you who are here tonight whether you've been sober an hour, a day, a month or a year, whether this is your first Day One or your 100th (as it felt like I had), YOU have much to be proud of.
After days like today I rely more than ever on the fact that there is strength in numbers. Don't ever forget that. We're stronger together.
Keep coming back. It works when you work it - and you're so worth it.
Hugs, love, light & hope to all today & always,
~Hearts
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Not supposed to get political here but I'm with you 100%. Just had a year and didn't write it but I'm better for the world sober and feel like it's part of my calling.
Congratulations. You are free. <3
Congratulations. You are free. <3
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Hearts!
It's so nice to see you. Did I know we have the same sober birthday? It's sure nice to know it now.
I feel much the way you described. It's good to be sober so that we can stand for our ideals in a way that honors the sacrifices of so many.
Big hugs to you, Hearts. Light and hope, indeed.
Venecia
It's so nice to see you. Did I know we have the same sober birthday? It's sure nice to know it now.
I feel much the way you described. It's good to be sober so that we can stand for our ideals in a way that honors the sacrifices of so many.
Big hugs to you, Hearts. Light and hope, indeed.
Venecia
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Wow! That's amazing Hearts! I feel the same way you do about the rest...well said. I still remember your first post. 
I liked you right off the bat. In light of everything this seems appropriate:
We come together on this special day
Sing our message loud and clear
Looking back, we've touched on sorrowful days
Future pass, they disappear
You will find peace of mind
If you look way down in your heart and soul
Don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Stay young at heart, 'cause you're never, never old
Congratulations
I liked you right off the bat. In light of everything this seems appropriate:We come together on this special day
Sing our message loud and clear
Looking back, we've touched on sorrowful days
Future pass, they disappear
You will find peace of mind
If you look way down in your heart and soul
Don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Stay young at heart, 'cause you're never, never old
Congratulations
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Originally Posted by silentrun 
Wow! That's amazing Hearts! I feel the same way you do about the rest...well said. I still remember your first post. I liked you right off the bat. In light of everything this seems appropriate:
We come together on this special day
Sing our message loud and clear
Looking back, we've touched on sorrowful days
Future pass, they disappear
You will find peace of mind
If you look way down in your heart and soul
Don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Stay young at heart, 'cause you're never, never old
Congratulations
I liked you right off the bat. In light of everything this seems appropriate:We come together on this special day
Sing our message loud and clear
Looking back, we've touched on sorrowful days
Future pass, they disappear
You will find peace of mind
If you look way down in your heart and soul
Don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Stay young at heart, 'cause you're never, never old
Congratulations
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