Comments on: Not Worth A Dime But It’s Worth More Than You’ve Got

By: Rehab Reflections: The Return of Spirituality | The Ever-Changing Thought

Rehab Reflections: The Return of Spirituality | The Ever-Changing Thought — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 10:48:28 +0000

[...] way, ready to face the outside world at this point. It had only been three days. (I was wrong in the post where I mentioned the little blue pill. They don’t give it to you for five days, it’s [...]

By: Scott

Scott — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 03:26:47 +0000

@Barbara – Thanks so much for your kind words and your encouragement. It is MUCH appreciated. I’ll send you some puffs after I post this

By: Barbara Swafford - Blogging Without A Blog

Barbara Swafford - Blogging Without A Blog — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 03:19:16 +0000

Hi Scott - Your story brought tears to my eyes when I thought of how a 24 hour chip which has little "value" (to most anyone else) is so priceless to you. That represents a wonderful milestone in your life; one which you'll always remember and treasure. I'm very proud of you for all you've done and for writing about your progress. Undoubtedly you are helping many. Keep up the great job! Barbara Swafford - Blogging Without A Blog’s last blog post..When Your Truth Is Different Than Mine

By: Scott

Scott — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:56:20 +0000

@Maxi – Thanks for your kind words. I must say though, I’m sooo glad your not an alcoholic Thanks for the vist.

@Leslie – It truly is a wonderful feeling. As horrible as this sounds, I hope that everyone experiences some life changing event in their life. Something that makes them realize, that all of this mess here, on earth…it’s not for them. More freedom, more happiness. It’s not ALL great, but the worst day of my life now, is soooooo much better than the best day of my life before. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers, and for the company!

@Jamie – I will let you know if they are the same, hopefully very very soon. Smoking is my next demon to kick. I dread it too. But, I hope to one day be an ex-smoker as well. Thanks to you as well for stopping in!

By: Jamie

Jamie — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 16:00:16 +0000

One day at a time... I've not battled alcohol addiction, but I have had my rounds with nicotine (snuffed out my smoking addiction about 4 years ago now). I'm really not sure of the similarities, but I do remember the fear and scariness you speak of triggered by normally smoking related events - having a beer at a bar, taking a long drive alone, attending a concert, hanging out with friends who smoke, the list goes on and on. At some point, you just become a non-smoker rather than an ex-smoker. Jamie’s last blog post..Here’s a Method Today’s Parents are Using to Connect With Their Teens

By: Leslie

Leslie — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:40:55 +0000

You know that saying…”This is the first day of the rest of your life”-well it seems fitting. I’m sure you must feel a great freedom in your new life and in this freedom you feel joy and happiness-because now your focus is different-you don’t have that monkey on your back-it’s almost like floating on air.
What an important “chip” to have-a reminder of how important your life is and how making this change has allowed you so much freedom.

This is the first day of the rest of your life-yes, we must all remember to treat each day as a gift, a blessing that we are given by God. There’s no promise for tomorrow, so live in this day, love all you can and be thankful and grateful for all that the Lord has made.

Thanks be to God our Lord and Saviour forever and ever!

Amen!

Lots of love,
Leslie

Leslie’s last blog post..My Attempt at Collaging-Another Christmas gift

By: Maxi Malone

Maxi Malone — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 13:27:38 +0000

Hi Scott - never been an alcoholic but can relate to all you say. God bless! May Your Glass Always Be Half Full Maxi Malone’s last blog post..You Choose