Heather8448's 90 Days Sober Party!

[Xcalibure]

Where to begin with our very own Heather?  To say she is one of the sweetest and most decent human beings I’ve ever met is an understatement.  She is a friend to so many here and is always looking to help someone new, which is how she found this troll asleep under his bridge.  She is forever spreading cheer, good words, encouragement, and sharing laughs with those around her.  Even on her toughest days when she is down you would never know it.  She worries more about how others are doing then burdening people with her own problems.  She’s also a tenth degree bad @ss, over coming so much recently that it’s hard to fathom one person handling so much, let alone becoming a better person for it.  So many of you know her, know the person I’m talking about.  She’s answered so many pleas from addicts seeking help on these forums, offering a bright voice in a dark place for those needing uplifting.  You may not know this but her reach doesn’t end at a simple reply, many times she delves into the real world away from keyboards and computer screens, befriending those strays she finds.  I could sit for hours and talk about the things I’ve seen Heather do and it still wouldn’t be enough to give an accurate description of her person.  So before I get to my personal congratulations I invite everyone to leave their own words of encouragement.  If you don’t know Heather, say hi to her, not doing so would be a missed opportunity.        

Heather,
  
  I’m going to try to do you justice with my words, which I’m discovering when your talking about someone so important to your life, its very dificult.  90 days ago you made the choice to get clean against a backdrop of a hellish situation and a nightmare relationship.  In a place that would pander to addicts or even worse behavior you made a choice, and that choice was sobriety and starting your life over.  It took an insane amount of courage to break out of a cycle of drugs and abuse you were so nested in and choose a better path for yourself.  It’s even more amazing that you did so on your own, with no one to catch you when you fell.  You hit bottom then rose right back up, brushed yourself off, and kept going.  Not only that, you managed to take 5 dogs with you, further proof of what I already know, that you are a spectacular human being.

  Sometimes in life I’ve found that forces of nature conspire to bring people together and I believe that is what lead to us meeting.  You were a bright spot in my period of detox as I felt all things were crumbling around me.  You stayed up talking to me through the wee hours of the morning, keeping me distracted from picking up those pills.  You had faith in me when I had none in myself and how you portray that for someone you barely knew, let alone make me believe it, is one of your many charms  Thank you for being there for me, for being a selfless friend when I needed one so badly.  Thank you for sharing my bridge with me and as real as it gets, I will do anything for you on any day.

  I know everyday is a struggle with addiction but watching you it’s hard to see it.  You maintain an upbeat attitude towards life and know how to have fun.  You’re an inspiration to me each and every day and I hope that I can carry sobriety as well as you and that I could, in my own small way, influence those I come into contact with as you do.  The road here wasn’t the easiest but I have faith that you will continue on in greatness, style, and humbleness as you have and we will continue to celebrate together each passing milestone.  Just remember everyday is a blessing and keep it one day at a time.  So here is to your 90 days and a lifetime of clean living ahead!  

Michael


“Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible'!”
-Audrey Hepburn

[Nursey7]

Congrats on 90; great job. I can only dream of that as I sit here at day 3 again feeling sorry for myself!  I can't muster up any strength right now to get up and go to work. I read some of your journal- yeah you!!! You are an inspiration.  Keep up the good work!

[Heather8448]

Thank you all from the bottom of my heart thank you...u have no idea what this means...luv u all...Ohana means family...family doesnt get left behind or forgotten

[starshine7]

90 days is huge and I know the obstacles that you went through...I'm sure I would have fallen~ you didn't so I gotta give you kudos for that :) congrats on being a big force on here...Annie better watch out ;)

[selfinduced]

90 days? Party? I'M IN!!!!! Way to go Heather, doing a happy dance for you as we speak. Very cool!

[waterview4326]

90 days is huge and it looks good on you. You are a breath of fresh air on here, I am so proud of you, you deserve to celebrate today, many, many congrats to you!!!!!!!!!

[clean_in_ks]

90 BIG ONES = 3 WHOLE MONTHS!!!!!  You shine brighter every day:)

Heather, you have a most generous and compassionate heart...you're like a gift that keeps on giving.  You have experienced your share of tragedies and trials...more than some...but know what?  They have GIVEN you a look into so many more people's hearts.....your empathy and compassion for others radiates from you.  

This 90 days seems like a LONG time in many ways....a quarter of a year, huh?  But the recovery road ahead will be full of many more blessings.  I truly hope you are seeking some "skin on" recovering people to strengthen and encourage you as you continue traveling into the recovery zone~
May blessings abound~
Connie
    

[weaver71]

Thank you for being YOU! What more can I say? Congrats on your progress. You really are a very sweet person in sobriety, never knew the old you, and that's a good thing. Never stop growing.

[atthebeach]

Hey heather, I am so proud of you and very happy for you. Congratulations on your 90 days clean. You are doing so awesome.
It is always a good thing to remember the pit from once we were dug.
You have kept your eye on the prize and are running the race with patience.
Keep on praising HIM through the storms. HIS is faithful.
Keep up the good work. You have blossomed and are blooming.
Continued blessings,
Much love,
Debbie

[ActingBrandNew]

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[EvolverU]

Heather -- You've come so far!! It's been inspiring watching you shift & adapt. You've dealt with some very, very difficult circumstances & I sympathize deeply with that. Thank you for all your loyalty & kindness to me & to so many others. I hope you're proud of you 'cause I sure am. You're a miracle in the making!! May you continue to grow & gather strength through love & through any & all obstacles you may encounter & best. CONGRATULATIONS ON 3 HARD-WON MONTHS!!!!

Shine On!

[FourJays]

Heather,
90 days is a huge milestone;  congratulations!  You are such a sweet and caring girl; always with kind words spoken from the heart.  I know that you have been through a lot of hard times, yet you are always willing to encourage and support someone else.  Thank you for being such a great friend to many and just for being you!  Wishing for ALL good things your way - you deserve it for sure :))

[nursegirl6572]

Congrats sweetie!  That's a big accomplishment!  Be very proud of yourself!  You have  2,160 hours, or 129,600 minutes clean!  Woop woop!  Celebrate, do something special for yourself.  You deserve it!

[ricart70]

Congratulations on the 90 !!    That first 90 is hard !    It doesn't ever have to be that hard again ;)    You are such a caring person  Just keep doing what you are doing and most importantly ....not doing what You're not doing !!!
Thank you for being such a big help on here

[Heather8448]

Ang,
Thankyou my dear friend. I am proud of you as well..You are one of the people who give me strength daily!! Just know when it gets to cold in that truck you can always come to FL :)

[ariley13]

Miss Heather, you have shone from the moment you came to MH. Throughout all of your ordeals you have been there to lend your shoulder to others. I know this has been a rough road, but you have made it through your first 90 days which was littered with tragedies with strength and grace. Those first 90 days are the worst (In my oh so humble opinion). Take heart that things will keep improving. Happy, Happy 90 days my friend!! I am wishing you many more clean ones filled with the love and happiness you deserve! So very proud of you! :)

[Heather8448]

Meeg- Thank you so much!! I guess I am young(ish) I feel a thousand LOL Thanks again :)

Dominosarah- Guard up ALWAYS thank you :)

MOLY- You are one of the bestest friends/brothers I have! THANKS LUVVV you tooo

Spider- you are loved you are family here (((HUGS)))

[spider6]

You are loved little girl!
I'm pretty new but it's very clear......you are awesome!
Congrats! I hope I'm able to celebrate 90 days  AND with as much love that
you have surrounding you!

Inspiring!

[Molytex]

THere she is - :o)) Congratz beautiful lady - you really are my inspiration whenever I need to see how much adversity one can go through succesfully..

Hang in there  - I LUUUUV you :o)

[dominosarah]

Congrats on 90 days!!!  You have done some serious soul searching and it is paying off.  Always keep your eye on the prize....You.  Remember to keep that Guard Up!!

[meegWpaw]

90 days?  I remember when you were still just a tot!  well, maybe you still are ... you're pretty young, eh?  but old in recovery time and it sure is worth it, huh?  jeez, what i'm tryin to say is congratulations!  Congratulations!  you are one strong chickadee!  :)    right on!!!!!  super job Heather!

[Bubbleguppie100]

Aghhhhh!!!! Congrats to your 90 days!!! You're such an amazing woman. Thank you for checking up on me and being there for me. Xoxo

[Heather8448]

thank you...sorry for the losses...you will be where i am hold onto hope and faith!!! your stronger than you know just pray

[Teri9498]

Heather 90 day is just awesome girl!!...ur the sweetest...I always have the sweetest notes everyday from u that I always look forward to...everything Michael said is true!!..I can relate a lot to u, just from what I've read, u lost ur mom. & dad?...don't know the whole story maybe if u feel like talking about it u could send me a PM...I lost my mom & dad recently just 8months apart...they were still young too...then lost my brother right after that...sorry this is about u, got off in left field for a minute...u have to forgive me I have a dam migraine, so if I'm not making sense that's why....HAPPY 90 days 2 u sweet girl!!!...u r soooooo lucky to be there...I would do anything2 be where u are...I hope u are so.proud of yourself!!...way to kick some opiate booty!!..love it!!!  :)

[Heather8448]

TOLD YOU trolls feel!
Thank you so much you are a HUGE inspiration and a GREAT friend! I love you for everything you say and do...Your dreams for me and my future, your faith in me and your spirit keep me going. Your the best sister i could ever ask for!!!
Thanks girl and I love yah feel better and get some sleep