and there is light 7/2006

[Chicago Patty]

How trivial it all must seem.

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I'm sure the stuff I post sounds silly, or trivial to a newbie or
someone that is struggling with a loved one's addiction.
I do realize this as I am typing my threads and there is a
real purpose to it, believe it or not.
Once upon I time when I was a newbie hurting and in the thick of
it I thought I would never be free of those feelings. Of that pain.
After a lot and I mean a lot of work and effort I am now on the
other side of it. I still have my moments, as my posts do point out,
but they are so manageable now. Unlike the early days, when I
thought I wouldn't make it to the next minute.
I read all of your posts and they are a constant reminder of where
I was and could end up again. if I stray off my recovery path even
a little. I thank you for keeping me where I am now.
Keep in mind that if you work your program, your path, there
is always light at the end of the tunnel...not smooth sailing everyday...
but there is light.