I’ve been gone for a bit, busy with merrymaking and holidays and all that a sober recovery filled season can bring. You know Santa Claus and ho ho ho and festivities with families and being up at 4 AM christmas morning with excited mini ninjas jumping on the bed yelling “CWISTMAS CWISTMAS!!!” *ahem*  Yes. That [...]

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WISHING YOU AND YOURS THE VERY BEST THIS CHRISTMAS!!! (and remember the very best gift you can give … is YOU!) Hold your head up high in the knowledge that you are in recovery today.  Know that whatever this season holds for you; you are able to see with clear eyes and an open heart.  [...]

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This was written by an amazing author and dear friend.  Sent by a simple email to me today … best gift I’ve received yet. Posted with his permission and grace.  Thank you Ron … I love you When my daughter Vikki was five years old and Christmas was coming I would tease her playfully. I [...]

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Let us share in the joy of the season. Holidays can be very hard (if we choose them to be).  Let’s stay in the hope that can come from the smallest of joys.  I’ve had several folks I know share such stories after reading my post on the holidays.  One dear friend made me cry [...]

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It’s somewhat difficult to have a “Merry Christmas” … when you’re pissed off at the world.  Sometimes holidays are hard.  Ok ok ok … they can be difficult ALL the time.  Not enough money, not seeing your kids, not seeing anyone.  Throw staying sober/clean on top of it and WHAM BAM … could be a [...]

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