“There is strength in numbers.” I’ve probably used that phrase a million times to explain the possibilities of WE. There is far more than just strength in numbers, I have learned, and although the exact number doesn’t matter much, 500 is pretty incredible. Five hundred women, identifying with the word “recovery,”Read More →
Q. “I’ve been sober for four years, and I’m doing very well with God’s help. I have a sister that turned my daughter against me, my daughter says that she has forgiven me. But treat me like I’m just someone she met in the street. I’m not included in herRead More →
The first time I heard this it stopped me in my tracks. So simple. No bullshit. No magic tricks where someone pulls something out of a hat. Just truth. Just because I want to drink or use, doesn’t mean I have to. It made so much sense and I shamedRead More →
*this post contains sponsored material* I love getting wasted. I love the way it makes me feel, and the instant relief I get just having a glass or bottle in my hand — even before it touches my lips. I enjoy the burn of alcohol as it slides down into myRead More →
I got sober today. Sixteen years ago today, I held up the white flag of surrender. I admitted that my addiction was beating the shit out of me, and I wanted out of the ring. I left my daughter, whom I hadn’t really seen in about a year, toRead More →