I am not a big celebrator operator of holidays. but there’s something about celebrating Independence Day that resonates with me, and it’s on a personal level rather than a national level.
Without that fateful day, Christmas Eve at midnight Mass, December 24, 1992 when my world came crashing down, I would not have gained my independence from drugs and alcohol. I still tried to pull myself together after that event, but could not do it for more than a couple weeks. It was all over. I stopped using drugs and alcohol on January 23, 1992; and that was the day I claim to independence for my life.
I wish with all my heart that those of you who ventured into recovery and are on the path to sobriety; continue on your path. For those who are struggling to maintain a consistent life free of alcohol and drugs, please realize that you have the ability to get clean and sober. Keep trying.
At least being independent of drugs and alcohol we have a shot at this thing called life and happiness. Still being a slave to addiction there’s absolutely no chance at a fulfilling life.
I wish everyone all the best on their journey toward independence and fruitful drug and alcohol addiction free living.
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Addiction to drugs or alcohol is a serious illness. Nice to know that you got Independence from these illness. It is also nice that you are sharing your independence with others. Please say NO to drugs and alcohol.