Just Sayin’: Recovery And Aging
Here’s the irony of aging in recovery for me: 5 years ago I was in great physical condition, but my spirit was ugly and decrepit. Today, I’m more aged on the outside, but a lot more beautiful and younger on the inside. I’ll take that trade.
Great 👍 that’s the spirit always to remain happy and young. I too relate to your beautiful words.
That’s very nice to hear!
Thanks Rob
DEFINITELY a good trade. Good for you. Spiritual/mental health will probably keep your body from aging as fast too. It will contribute to your overall health and reduce stress (which causes, you know, fifty billion physical issues).
Holy crap, 50 billion…good thing I’ve pulled my ass out of THAT nosedive. Thanks for your comment, I always enjoy and appreciate you .
Aw, come on Rob! The fountain of youth resides in a cleansed Spirit. Keep dancing, singing, laughing, loving, accepting, and you will be tricking out the grind better than the most limber and youthful skater(not sure why this is being used as a metaphor, just flow with it)😋
Methinks that what I was saying? Lol
Definitely an interesting though Rob. I should be more positive about aging myself.
Any other way seems to be fruitless to me
Definitely a worthy trade . You are beautiful in spirit too 💛
You’re so sweet. Got room for a recovering alcoholic? Lol
If I lived in the States perhaps!
Haha! But I want to go back to England!!
Well, England is lovely… have you made a plan now for when you leave in March? Got everything crossed for it all working out for you <3
Yes, a 6 month Va Work Program while I wait for my disability hearing. If I get at least 30% disability approval, the VA will pay for my Masters and living expenses while I go to school! I will return to London one day. I LOVED it.
That’s great news! How long until your hearing and what Masters are you planning on doing? These are exciting times!
I’m not a fan of London myself… too many people for a country girl, but I can see the appeal! Did I tell you I have family in the States too? Mendocino was my favourite place
I was not aware you had family. That’s California right? It could take up to 8 months for the hearing. I already submitted my claim. I was thinking maybe Social Work. Maybe put the rest of my life to good use.
Yeah California, we travelled around the Redwood forests a bit and Napa Valley. It was so beautiful. I think social work would be such a positive move for you… think of all the good advice you could bring? I feel certain that to be in that kind of work, you can only bring real compassion if you’ve experienced some of the problems first hand – you could do so much good! Think how fulfilling it would be 🙂
Precisely! That’s what I’m thinking anyway.
I can’t wait to see how things progress for you… I do hope you continue to blog about it all
As long as I have a functioning brain you aren’t getting rid of me that easy. Especially you! You are the first blog I ever read I think. It’s been wonderful sharing your journey as well you know.
Good! I want to know what happens next 🙂 I know … it’s the same for me. You’ve been around since day 1 and I’m always grateful for the support you’ve given me
well it’s settled. Let’s pick the wedding colors, get the guest list together, etc etc.
Age is just a state of mind.
You got it!
Not many people would make that trade. But the time comes when one must.
Yes, I’m still negotiating lol
I relate to this. Thank you
So glad, it’s an ultimate irony to me and one I am trying to embrace. I had been so caught up with my physical well being and condition, it’s nice to be able to work On my spiritual one