Category: Journal
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I Survived Scheels!
11.16.25 Today was one of those mornings where I knew if I didn’t get my ass in the shower immediately, the day was going to disappear without me. I actually surprised myself by doing it, and I’m glad I did because the women’s meeting was its usual brand of magic. The topic was “Taking a… Read more
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Get in the Herd
11.15.25 Isolation was one of the biggest red flags I watched for when I came home from rehab. I’d spent years perfecting being alone, and by the end of my drinking, I was basically a hermit with a liquor delivery schedule. In my mind, I thought my excuses were airtight. Looking back now, it’s pretty… Read more
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Listening and Loving
11.14.25 I love days like today. Work was busy, but not overwhelming, and I felt like I genuinely helped a lot of people, which makes me happy. Feeling that my contribution is appreciated and valued is such a good feeling. It was also nail day. What girl doesn’t love getting her nails done? After work,… Read more
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Don’t Judge Me
11.13.25 I know we’re “not supposed to judge others,” and I’ve gotten a lot less judgmental since getting humbled by admitting I’m an alcoholic and walking into AA. The rooms are full of people I never would’ve had compassion for before, yet somehow, through this fucked up mutual disease we share, I’ve formed a bond… Read more