Well, I’ve gone two years without taking a drink! It has been tough at times. This past year I had two or three occasions where I was tempted to drink and had to physically remove myself from the gatherings. But it’s worth it.
To me, sobriety is not the end of the struggle. It merely provides [...]

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My first memory of Michael Jackson is of watching the “Thriller” video at a slumber party when I was about 8 years old. I was one of the youngest kids there and very sheltered. My parents didn’t let me watch much tv at all, let alone anything scary! I remember being totally terrified of the [...]

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My husband drew my attention to the definition of the word “Metanoia” which is referenced in a song by MGMT – a band that I’m growing to love. Here’s Wiki’s explanation of the term:
“Metanoia in the context of theological discussion, where it is used often, is usually interpreted to mean repentance. However, some people argue [...]

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I have a dear friend who is struggling for her sobriety. I empathize. I’ve been there. I don’t judge her at all. I’m grateful to her for all the times she’s propped me up, given me advice and helped me meet my own goals. So, I’m glad to listen any time she calls and do [...]

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Well, I have still been really struggling with the eating and/or obsessive thoughts about it. As usual, I seem to have forgotten that I can’t do it on my own. On Sunday there was a good message at church about “living a transformed life” My church is called Living Springs and I just love the [...]

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Well, it’s official! I have one year’s sobriety. I didn’t think it would be a big deal but it is. Last year on this date my husband and I decided that it would be best for our family if we stopped drinking. So, we got rid of the booze in the house and started avoiding [...]

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