I’m doing ok. Lots of changes happening in my life right so I’m stay focused on things I can change and letting go of what I can’t. How about you? How are you doing?
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I’m happy to hear you’re ok, I had a feeling something was up. I’m doing well thanks, haven’t done another meeting but I’m ok with that at this point. Relieved that heat wave is over, it reached 115 in Ottawa and I have air only in my bedroom! 
I’ve been hitting 4-6 meetings a week and the weeks I hit more are my better weeks. I have been branching out more and met new ppl at different meetings. My problem is I get stuck in my head. I heard someone say this said once “my mind is like a bad neighborhood you never want to travel through it alone”. Thought things are not exactly going going as I would like them I’m still smiling and I’m still growing. Most importantly I’m sober. I’m 30 miles north of Detroit and we hit those same highs. I stayed in and watched movies with my dog and ate ice cream lol.
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Oh yes, I’m in my own head a lot too and am alone too much but I’m getting out of my comfort zone and accepting invites when they come my way.
Have you taken any time to get out camping? A change of scenery is necessary to get in a good head space.
I’m taking the kids camping this week up in the thumb and in a couple of weeks we are going to Tennessee. My parents are traveling along with us. They get to spend time with their grandparents and I get to sneak off to a meeting when I need too 
. That has been my life changer. I look back at how I was 2 years ago to now and I amazes me the change. I found a great group of ppl and they have truly helped me through some dark days. I have met some ppl that have taught me valuable lessons too. Not all ppl are in ours lives for good times and laughs. Not all storms are meant to destroy your life but to clear a path for your new life. God had to help move me along when I refused to move. Keep trying meetings from time to time. It’s a great place to empty out all that clutter that races around your head.
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Saying “No” has it’s place. Moments when we feel the need to reserve our time or create healthy boundaries. “No” can also close doors, shutting out possibilities and things the world may be trying to offer us.
So instead today I endeavor to say “Yes” to what presents itself. To at minimum acknowledge, and at best embrace whatever presents itself. To even pursue it.
It reminds me of an old rule picked up in improv. Stick to “Yes, and…” also called, “Don’t deny the scene.” When others approach me, instead of No, roll with whatever’s there and add something to it instead. Even (and maybe especially) when it’s uncomfortable. Let it build.
There is so much more out there waiting if I stay to Yes.
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Today I endeavor to say to myself, and to those whom however briefly entered my life for the better (including all of you):
May you be well.
May you be loved.
May you be joyous.
May you be at peace.
Love is a gift that sobriety had returned to me. May I give it back freely.
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Good afternoon. Sorry for the missed post. I was camping with my 2 boys my dog and my parents. The phone signal was bad at best. I’m back in posting action and will be traveling south to Tennessee in 5 days. I should still get cell service down there but just in case you know why. I hope eveyone is well.
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I lifted this for a meeting and it slayed em. 
The person next to me on the plane, going on about their love of reality TV. How quick am I to judge?
Are they perhaps also a loving parent? An astrophysics PhD? Troubled by addiction or diagnosed with cancer? All of these things?
We all have our stories and imperfections. Can I endeavor to listen without judgment and appreciate their beauty?
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This is me! I absolutely hate reality TV. But you are so right. It’s not for me to judge anybody on their bad choice of entertainment.
We all have our journey with our own stories!
Eke you are a star for reminding me about my side of the street.
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