6 years ago I was focused on where to get my next fix. Today, I'm focused on school work.
6 years ago I was a gaunt, deathly-looking 115 pounds. Today, I'm a much healthier weight. (And I don't look like the grim reaper)
6 years ago I was getting high. Today, I work every day to be a better person than yesterday.
6 years ago I told my family I hated them. I watched my family cry in hurt and fear. Today, I forgive myself for telling them those lies, apologize for hurting them, and love them more than anything.
5.5 years ago I was terrified that my friends and family would shun me for being an addict. I was terrified they wouldn't want me around them or their kids. Today, I am reminded that my family and those that truly matter opened their arms and said "Welcome home."
Today, I am thankful for what I've gone through. I wouldn't change it. I am a stronger person for this, and a better person for this. I lost some friends along the way, but the people that matter around around in full force.
Today, I am happy, healthy, and clean for 6 years.
Thank-you. Thank-you for opening your arms and supporting me. Thank-you for loving me for who I am, addict and all, thank-you for being there when I go through the bad days, and thank-you for just being you. I love you all more than you know.
