I Was Pulled Over On New Years Eve

Tonight.  But I was coming home from the gym, not the bar.  And I was not drunk driving.  Three years ago at this time I would have been well on my way to a good buzz and you see, I thought I was also the world’s greatest drunk driver. Invincible.  Every day I thank the universe that I never physically injured anyone during this incredibly reckless time in my life.  Addiction is a horrible thing.  It’s the only disease that tries to convince you that you don’t have a disease.  I thought my drinking was normal because everyone I surrounded myself with partied like I did, but it didn’t make it right.  All I can say is I am completely grateful to be able to look a cop in the eye without fear of going to jail.  I have replaced negative addictive behaviors with positive activities.  I have overcome some major obstacles that presented themselves when I was most vulnerable.  I have started a business to help others overcome addiction and behaviors they continue to do despite the negative consequences.  I have changed my life.  I no longer need go to bed on New Years Eve knowing that any resolutions I make will fail within a month.  Now because I am in recovery, and because I am sober, I can face anything and everything that comes my way.  I am grateful that tonight I did not get a ticket for going less than 10 miles over the speed limit.  But I am more grateful that I was reminded of how far I have come and the fact that no one else is in danger this evening because of my decisions.  Please, be safe tonight, and if you are ready to face your life on life’s terms and need some help, I hope to hear from you.

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