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So, I’ve recovered from my pity party of last week, see I’m Still Sober, Barely. And now I am finally back to vigilant about the principles that have kept me in Recovery for nearly a year: Acceptance, Gratitude, Now, Spirituality, Mindfulness.
I was transferred from the kitchen to babysitting the gym, but I also have a half-time position working with retired Vets in the retirement facility, which is great!
I also bought a mountain bike, which was one of my goals. Let me tell you, riding it from the store just about a mile and a half was killer! Those guys cruising all around here make it look easy, lol. I am definitely going to have to build up my stamina before I go and ride to work 4 miles each way.
I went to my first local NA meeting with another member who lives in one of the apartments in the building. He seems like a nice guy. We went out to dinner after the meeting with a bunch of folks; some of whom were quite, uhm, colorful. I will be attending another meeting this evening.
I also applied for a full-time position at the VA. It is in the kitchen doing prep work. While it is certainly not my dream job, It would at least get my foot in the door and allow me to transfer to any VA in the country. Because folks, I am so ready to leave the state of Massachusetts; you’ve no idea!
I probably will never like the shitty view from my front porch, but overall the house is fine, my room is large and quiet. So am more than satisfied with my living conditions as they stand.
For once in my life I have some goals I want to achieve. I am proud of the fact that is has taken me less than two weeks to achieve some of the goals I set. Some of my larger, more long term goals, will obviously take more time and determination.
And finally I have been blessed with the best friend anyone could ever hope for. She has been with me through thick and thin. I have developed incredibly powerful feelings for this woman. 
I feel quite sure that we will end up living a life of true happiness together! She has taught me how to be a very good friend.
That may sound silly to some of you, but those of you who have been with me since last October, know that this is a very big step in my Recovery.
So, back on track. Living life. Doing the right things. Walking hand in hand with the best human I’ve ever known. Ya, life isn’t so shabby today.
Wow, I’m so happy that you are doing well, and have found a great companion. All you have to do now is build up a stamina (it can be used for other things too and the biking as well ;)) and your good as new almost. Stay blessed.
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Haha, thanks much
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Glad you’re doing better bro, keep it up!
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Thanks man!
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Way to go! Keep doing the right thing.
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Way to find a way to be of service Rob! I’m clawing my way out of a funk myself at the moment. Not easy.
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Keep on working it mark, find anything to hold onto!
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I’m so glad to hear you’re doing better! Awesome job! 😁😁
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Great job Rob 😊. I’m so proud of you. I really am! I am honoured to call you my friend. You are a good person with an incredible heart.
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Not sure if a long distance virtual hug from a complete stranger would be of encouragement to you, but you’ve got a *BIG* one coming your way, Rob! Way to go.
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Hugs are always welcome, thank you. And none of us are truly strangers thank you!
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Good job 👏… rob..
life ain’t so bad after all…
You are seeing the world 🌎 through sober eyes.. and everyone And everything around you is looking so much better from where you are standing..
You have made great progress and great accomplishments..
So proud of you..
and you should be proud of you too…
Keep moving forward…
YOU CANT DISCOVER NEW OCEANS Until YOU HAVE The COURAGE TO LOSE Sight Of THE SHORES…
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Indeed! Thank you so much, I hope all is well with you!
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It is.. rob.. all is well
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You’ve accomplished a lot my fiend, not only in the past few weeks but since I was blessed with making your acquaintance a few months ago. Speaking of blessing, your friend. This is wonderful!
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Yes, truly I am blessed in this. Thank you!
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