Words of encouragement

[kyle505]

I usually don't do arbitrary posts...But, I'm sitting here, at the end of a great weekend (my best since I've been clean) watching a movie, and realized that I'm feeling, well, content - relaxed, talking with my kids, feeling whole and satisfied with my life. Happy is another term that comes to mind. At peace with myself and my surroundings.
I'm writing this because when I was using I often wondered how I could ever feel those feelings without the meds - impossible. That's one of the reasons I dreaded the detox and life without pills. Man I was wrong. This is a million times better. This natural high has no rival. Anyway, good night to all of you; to those who've been there for me, I think of you during these moments. For those of you who've just started your journey - I envy you; you've got so much to look forward to.

[kyle505]

I'm reading your responses and getting a little teary eyed. Hard to eat pancakes when your vision is blurry. Thank you all. I don't know what else to say...I've finally ran out of words!  
Hope everyone has a great day, or at least one of accomplishment. One that gets you that much closer to being clean and happy.

[lulu747]

Kyle...
So true.  I remember the first day you posted like it was yesterday (LOL) and I have been honoured to be a part of your journey.  You've come so far my friend.  I'm so happy for you.  Keep up the wonderful work on your recovery..I'm sure your family feels beyond blessed to have the authentic Kyle back.  He's pretty freaking awesome....(:

Lu

[bama88]

So true and inspiring!!! i am grateful you came here and watched you grow!! im so glad you found peace again!! that's such a touching story. i am so proud of you!! i find interacting with my kids very different now that im not high. i find myself smiling and laughing for the first time in a long time!! even the sky is brighter...its an amazing feeling to wake up one day and be totally content and see your blessings that you actually have...yes there will be challenges ahead of you..life is life but know when your hAving a bad day your on the field playing and not on the bench watching....i isolated myself so much from my family and friends and felt very alone....a side effect of ever use of opiates lol....that when we have a good day we feel all the positive emotions more...were intuned with our surroundings...that fist moment of clarity....and happiness and love that you feels radiates outward know...the authentic Kyle has stepped forward.....

[MikeInFrance]

Wonderfully said Kyle!!!

[Sarah11212]

Ahh, great post Kyle!
Love coming across your posts when I'm feeling just "ok".

[Rich99]

Well put.    Never  look back.    Everyday you get up,  say to yourself how well you feel and how you always  want it to be like this.