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Posted on April 25, 2023April 25, 2023

I’ve come a long way from those humble beginnings. I’ve built up things better and stronger then they were before, the mortar for my foundation has the proper mixture this time.

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Posted on March 3, 2022March 3, 2022

Maybe it comes with age, but I’m in a place of peace and acceptance now. Anxiety and depression plague me from time to time and…

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Posted on January 16, 2022February 10, 2022

Growth led to more understanding and that understanding showed me there is no shame in asking for help.

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The Next Best thing…

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Posted on December 29, 2021January 13, 2022

I’ve been able to focus my attention on much more important things, like myself and God and doing the next best thing.

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One Brave Man

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Posted on December 21, 2021

One day a brave man came into my life. He gained my trust. He was gentle and kind, and I was not. I never liked anyone who got too close to me, yet his persistence and patience was intriguing to me.

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Second Chances

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Posted on October 31, 2021October 31, 2021

I’ve been givin’ so many “Second Chances” that it almost seems ridiculous,. How could one escape death so many times without a greater power intervening?

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Grow or Die

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Posted on October 25, 2021October 27, 2021

When you’re convinced that something will never happen, think again!

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No Free Rides

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Posted on October 14, 2021November 15, 2021

This ain’t no free ride! This getting sober, and staying sober is not for sissy’s! I got off that free ride and got to work.

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No Destination

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Posted on September 8, 2021September 8, 2021

This lesson can be one of the most important ones, if you’re willing to learn. Some of the greatest mistakes lead to the greatest change.

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Trash and Treasures

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Posted on September 6, 2021September 8, 2021

I’ve been dealt a hand worth holding onto, I know the value of it and know it’s worth protecting, I know in order to keep it I must give it away.

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