Category: Journal

7.3.25 I respect the anonymity of Alcoholics Anonymous and my fellow members. I would never do anything to jeopardize that for anyone else. But I decided while I was in rehab—shortly after I let go of the fear and shame of being there—that I am a proud and grateful recovering alcoholic. I want to shout Read more

7.2.25 Just another great day to be sober. I woke up early, clear-headed, and immediately reminded that clarity also means I get to fully experience my irritation. The neighbors decided 7am was the perfect time for aerial firework practice. The dogs are losing their minds, and I’m trying not to join them. I caught myself Read more

7.1.25 My goal is to finish the 12 Steps by the end of the year. As I start the 9th Step at the beginning of July, I know I can accomplish this. There’s still a lot of work ahead, but I’m determined. I also know that the hard work doesn’t stop once I’m “done”—if anything, Read more

6.30.25 Where did June go? I had to count on my fingers yesterday to figure out how many months I’ve been sober. It’s funny how time moves—quietly, steadily—when you’re not chasing or running from something. Naturally, this triggered a relapse nightmare last night. They seem to go hand in hand. But it didn’t shake me. Read more