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THE AMAZING ACTING BRAND NEW!! -- 4 YEARS!!
MH Family,
I'm grateful today for my short sleep as it allowed me to check the forum leading me to discover that I had two hours left to post for the most Estimable Acting Brand New's 4 Year Milestone. (Bet you thought I forgot, eh? Perish the thought, [just lost track when it counted!!] ;))
As day breaks here in Boston, I reflect on all the different voices I've seen come & go through MH & realize (not for the first time) what a disciplined, strong, intelligent, funny & giving human being Evan is. I've said it before & I'll say it again, you're special & you've given above & beyond. I believe that you're now reaping the Karmic benefits of all the hard work you've put in & all the good you've done here. You're an example & inspiration to us all.
So Thank You & A Huge Congratulations, my friend!!!!
(Hands Him The Coveted 4 Year Platinum Star Trophy, hugs him & cedes the floor to friends & well-wishers;))
I've paid my dues
Time after time.
I've done my sentence
But committed no crime.
And bad mistakes ‒
I've made a few.
I've had my share of sand kicked in my face
But I've come through.
(And I need just go on and on, and on, and on)
We are the champions, my friends,
And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end.
We are the champions.
We are the champions.
No time for losers
'Cause we are the champions of the world.
I've taken my bows
And my curtain calls
You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it
I thank you all
But it's been no bed of roses,
No pleasure cruise.
I consider it a challenge before the whole human race
And I ain't gonna lose.
(And I need just go on and on, and on, and on)
We are the champions, my friends,
And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end.
We are the champions.
We are the champions.No time for losers
'Cause we are the champions of the world.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=04854XqcfCY#t=1
I'm grateful today for my short sleep as it allowed me to check the forum leading me to discover that I had two hours left to post for the most Estimable Acting Brand New's 4 Year Milestone. (Bet you thought I forgot, eh? Perish the thought, [just lost track when it counted!!] ;))
As day breaks here in Boston, I reflect on all the different voices I've seen come & go through MH & realize (not for the first time) what a disciplined, strong, intelligent, funny & giving human being Evan is. I've said it before & I'll say it again, you're special & you've given above & beyond. I believe that you're now reaping the Karmic benefits of all the hard work you've put in & all the good you've done here. You're an example & inspiration to us all.
So Thank You & A Huge Congratulations, my friend!!!!
(Hands Him The Coveted 4 Year Platinum Star Trophy, hugs him & cedes the floor to friends & well-wishers;))
I've paid my dues
Time after time.
I've done my sentence
But committed no crime.
And bad mistakes ‒
I've made a few.
I've had my share of sand kicked in my face
But I've come through.
(And I need just go on and on, and on, and on)
We are the champions, my friends,
And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end.
We are the champions.
We are the champions.
No time for losers
'Cause we are the champions of the world.
I've taken my bows
And my curtain calls
You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it
I thank you all
But it's been no bed of roses,
No pleasure cruise.
I consider it a challenge before the whole human race
And I ain't gonna lose.
(And I need just go on and on, and on, and on)
We are the champions, my friends,
And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end.
We are the champions.
We are the champions.No time for losers
'Cause we are the champions of the world.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=04854XqcfCY#t=1
Best Answer
Congrats Evan. You are amazing and inspire me every day. I wish you all the good you have worked so hard for and deserve so much.
ABN you are the total bomb! congrats on four years! I can hardly fathom the accomplishment, but it couldn't be done by a finer dude! YAY
Mr Evan......can't think of anything new to say today...so I'll copy and paste what I said yesterday...yep that'll be good:
OUTSTANDING!!!! HARD WON!!! AMAZING GRACE!!!! PRAISE HIS HOLY NAME!!!!
So proud of you, Evan.......may your day be full of all that makes your heart sing~
OUTSTANDING!!!! HARD WON!!! AMAZING GRACE!!!! PRAISE HIS HOLY NAME!!!!
So proud of you, Evan.......may your day be full of all that makes your heart sing~
I Wuv You and Admire your Wisdom. I know you will just keep on trucking forward..May your future bring you many, many Blessing as you have had some already along the way..PROUD OF YOU my Dear Friend!!
Bless U Always & Forever!!!!
Bless U Always & Forever!!!!
Way to go Evan!! I am so happy for you and grateful for all you do on this site; your willingness to help is such a blessing. Congrats!!!
Evan what can I say my friend, you are truly one of this forums legends and have shown the way for me and many others! Congratulations to you on reaching this massive milestone, 4 yrs is truly outstanding work by the upstanding guy you are, big props bro, ;))
Wow Evan...what a great accomplishment!! you are one of the "power" voices on here, even tho you say things in a very sweet meek way....you have been one of my inspirations from the beginning...keep doing what you're doing and paving the way for us! Congrats from me my friend! you will make a great counselor!! (hugs)
ABN, you are one cool dude! Four years is just amazing. Keep on being awesome, and fighting the good fight. Thank you for all that you do around here. You are truly an inspiration to us all.
What an absolutely AMAZING accomplishment. I am in awe of you...your kindness and wisdom inspires me daily. Thank you and a big CONGRATS and WOOHOO!
Oh Acting, I am so very , happy, proud,elated and in awe of you. Sure the 4 yr.'s is a great feat, but your giving back in such a unique meaningful way has us all connecting with you more each day. Enjoy all the rearwards of all your hard work today and beyond. Thanks for all you do. Your going to make an amazing addiction councilor one day.
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Everybody who took the time to comment - Thank you all for the kind words and for sharing my joy in reaching 4 years of clean time. Ive really enjoyed getting to know you all. The interactions on this forum have been priceless. My recovery has been a work in progress and I will forever be working on it until the day I die. So it is and has to be with addiction. Ive always been a real private and withdrawn person in my life but you all have brought out something new in me where I feel comfortable to share and open up about myself. This has helped me grow immensely so I thank each and every one of you for taking a part in my growth.
A key to me reaching 4 years had been dealing with the heavy guilt that Ive accumulated and carried for years in my drug use. Its caused me to relapse time and time again. Rick Warren says it eloquently in his book on day 3 of "The Purpose Driven Life"
"Many people are driven by guilt. They spend their entire lives running from regrets and hiding their shame. Guilt-driven people are manipulated by memories. They allow their past to control their future. They often unconsciously punish themselves by sabotaging their own success."
Anyways, Im learning how to forgive myself which I believe is key to me staying clean. I could go on and on but I wont. I just wanted to say thanks to you guys and gals for being such wonderful people.
With Love,
Evan