A Built in Forgetter 5/20

When I first came into recovery and I heard it shared that we as alcoholics/addicts have a “built in forgetter” I was very confused. Fresh out of rehab and attending meetings the bruises on my face were healing but my insides were extremely uncomfortable. I thought it ridiculous that I would EVER FORGET the pain

A family disease 5/19

Last Saturday evening I was at a recovery meeting to see my friend Bootsie celebrate his 31 years of clean time. There was also another gentlemen named Mike and he was celebrating 11 years. They both shared a bit of their personal story. Bootsie has just started sponsoring this man. Helping him help himself. What

The power of a Smile 5/18

As of late I am noticing things that I have never even realized. I think it was Wayne Dyer who said to try and meet each new day and every person as just that…new. No preconceived notions or judgements. Just fresh and new. A clean slate every day. This is a great concept but definitely

A moment of love 5/17

My mom grew up in a very strict Catholic household. Her name is Sheila. Her history is a bit of a mystery to me and as I write this I am becoming more aware of that fact. Maybe I have never sat with her and asked her these unanswered questions that I have. I know

One week Away 5/16

In one week from today; Monday May 23rd 2022 (if I don’t pick up a drink/drug) I will have 12 years of sobriety. In recovery I do try to keep things in the day and not get to far ahead of myself. However, this is not about that. This week is also the last week

Coach Clay 5/15

The two boys I nanny for are super athletic and very competitive. This is perfect for me because I love to play and can turn nearly anything into a game. I can make a super ball (tiny bouncy ball) into the most exciting event at the playground. Clay (4) just mastered the monkey bars this

Catch a Mood 5/14

“YOU CAN CATCH A MOOD AND CREATE THE WORLD THAT IS IN HARMONY WITH THE MOOD.” -NEVILLE GODDARD I have been listening to lectures by a man named Neville Goddard. When he spoke of “catching a mood” a flood of energy happened for me. Understanding and Clarity – two of my favorite friends paid me

It stopped working 5/13

I have heard many recovering addicts report that the drug of their choice just stopped working. The high was no longer a high. The “fix” was no longer a fix for anything. I too experienced a period where I could not get drunk enough or high enough to erase or ignore or bury the pain.

A noble deed 5/12

Yesterday I was at the playground with my charges Clayton 4yrs and George 6yrs. It was a beautifully sunny day and there were lots of children and lots of action. I love when it’s busy like that. I get to encounter so many different kids of all ages. Many of them are just drawn to

“I wanted to fit in” 5/11

Monday morning I got to hear a beautiful recovering soul named Michael share his experience, strength and hope at a recovery meeting. Michael came into recovery about 7 months ago. He arrived confused, broken and lost…..but ready. What blew me away was that he already recognizes that the drugs and booze were but symptoms of