All hopeful recovering alcoholics beware the wiles of summer are almost here Sunny days and starlit nights Aromatic breezes and charismatic sights
Mind Yo Bidniss (Poem)
April 8, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Why do you care what other people do?
You are not them and they are not you
They walk their own coals
You say they’re uncouth
You only see part of their truth
Wasted (Lyrics)
April 6, 2021 by Leave a Comment
I took a trip
outside my mind
and then decided
I’m a stay
Cuz I’m already gone
Three Months Sober (Journal Entry)
April 3, 2021 by Leave a Comment
I’ve been in rehab for almost three months now (sober since Jan 1) and I feel like I could really make the sobriety thing stick this time. The groups have helped to sort out some of my issues. I don’t feel all the hate, shame and resentment anymore. My recovery coach has been a real […]
On Sabbatical (Journal Entry)
August 21, 2020 by 1 Comment
I hate the feeling of let down. It sends a post-traumatic sensation through my mind. Even the slightest hint that something has gone wrong is like the worst thing that could happen in my space and time. I’ve gotten better at separating feelings from facts. But the facts don’t hide the feelings, just like my right hand never knows what’s going on with my left.
The Miracle (Journal Entry)
November 23, 2017 by Leave a Comment
If I had a million dollars I could finally set me free. I would have the independence I never thought I’d see. I would wake up every day without a worry on my mind as I accomplished all those little things I often toss aside.
Step One: Cleaning House (Twelve Steps)
November 23, 2017 by Leave a Comment
When I exited rehab I had a new sense of order in my life. I was on schedule. I woke up every day at seven o’clock, showered, dressed, made my bed, cleaned my room, made a to-do list, read some daily reflection and wrote in my journal. Most importantly, I attended meetings and maintained a fellowship with recovering addicts.
