I am deeply grateful for Considerate Birthdays, Mellow Halloweens, Compassionate Christmases, and today–a Tender Thanksgiving. I cannot know for sure, but suspect that if I…
Even at age 40, pre-recovery, I had not learned/internalized any absolute morals, by which I could hold myself accountable. I thought I did, but honestly,…
With Greg, boundaries are a non issue, we have compatible operating systems and shared values- prioritizing each other’s peace, comfort and pleasure. Goes without saying,…
A little more than 3 years ago, Greg and I began getting to know each other. A hectic time for me, newly relocated from the…
Expressed anger, no matter how true, right, or fairly it is communicated, in my family of origin, causes a person to be rendered crazy, mean,…
I prioritize the closeness and connection of my chosen relationships, holding zero regard for an illusion or status of having said “relationship”. Life is both…
I am now recognizing how, after moving here, if we would have continued as a blended, healing, fixed family with my FOO, my ex, my…
Thank Good Gawd Almighty for the most marvelous friend —who loves family, God, selfies, presents, fun, joy, travel, celebrating, and even me— to the end of…
Alone in the car with my younger son, today, I pretended to take credit for saying something fantastic, a quote which actually came directly from…
Angry letters I would write and send if not for recovery. I have anger, but it is not the boss of me. I let it…