Swinging at Curve Balls
How are you at hitting curve balls? (metaphorical or real) That was the topic for at a recent anniversary. The speaker described a serious bout with a mean kind of cancer several years into their recovery. And they did not
Thanksgiving 2021
Thanksgiving 2021 T-Day is in the history books . . . ours was a quiet day—but good Break out the crayons and color me grateful and sober. Color me mindful, too of many alcoholics who are struggling in the isolation
Keeping It Simple in Complicated Times
Keeping it simple in these complicated times is key to unlocking anxiety. But, that is sometimes easier said than done these days. This year’s current events continue to unfold like Twilight Zone episodes that Outer Limit writers crafted. (Musings on
Wi-Fi, Parachutes and Me
I don’t know how Wi-Fi works, but when it doesn’t, I freak. Well, not really. But,when the Wi-Fi won’t connect me to where I want to go . . . on the Internet . . . the already tight space
Sobriety Pills and Their Instructions
I never found a bottle of “Sobriety Pills”; probably because for most of my drinking, I wasn’t interested in sobriety. What I did want was to drink safely . . . so I could keep drinking. Had there been a
Are We There Yet?
It’s a question I’ve heard and asked. I still do; especially on spiritual and sobriety journeys. When am I ever going to get there? “There” is a predictable, permanent place of tranquility, assurance, safety, success. Well duh – probably when
Living With a Past, Not in It
Living with my past, and not in it, is a daily responsibility. It’s a gift and a choice. Every day I disappoint myself – and hurt others, even when I pull off a couple of wise, kind, and useful “things.”
A Foggy Morning Reminds Me of Faith
A foggy morning reminds me of so many lost days when I drank. Even in recovery, emotions and memories can suddenly descend and blanket my path. They bewilder and block me. I can hear a whispering accusation through them —
When My Mantra Needs Revival
This is my mantra in recovery. Don’t drink. Say your prayers, and get to a meeting. It works. But sometimes even wise mantras need revival. That’s why I recommend including Scripture in the daily routine of recovery. Dealing with my