A letter to YOU...

[ROSYouralright]

I was just thinking while reading someone elses post about how I found MH and Why I decided to stick around... I was googling some numbers on a pill and lo and behold their was MH at the top of the list... I clicked on it, started reading some posts, and I recognized myself in so many of them I said NOW is time for a change! That was 108 days ago and im now 104 days FREE! I took so much and still do from all of you that opened your hearts to me and have me the strength to dive into recovery that I decided I would pay it forward. idk if anything I say helps anyone but I do log in EVERYDAY and try to give back! I have found some of the absolute BEST FRIENDS in the world here and it always amazes me how everyone unites to help a fellow MH'er in need! Many of us will never meet face to face but the bond of love and friendship isnt any less real! I am here for any of you... You are not alone in this battle and when you cant find the strength to fight the devil I will kick him in the throat for you... I tell my friends in the very beginning of our conversations.. IDC WHAT TIME IT IS... IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT USING...CALL ME & AT LEAST GIVE ME THE CHANCE TO TALK U OUT OF IT! And its the same for me.. I have sworn to pick up the phone before anything enters my mouth... I have learned that addiction isnt picky! addiction doesnt care where you come from, the career you have, how rich/poor you are! Addicts come from ALL walks of life! We addicts are a beautiful, caring, loving bunch and I am PROUD to know each of you!
To those of you who haven't taken the plunge,
NOBODY WILL TELL YOU ITS EASY but EVERYONE WILL TELL YOU ITS WORTH IT!
We are all in this together and their is NO SHAME in reaching out and asking for help!
Well, I've rambled enough.. I just want you guys to KNOW that you have made a difference!

.      SIEMPRE,
.       ROSY

[ROSYouralright]

Yes ma'am! All that and a bag of chips! An amazing group of people with endless knowledge & compassion!

[Sonrissa]

I totally agree with you.  I never did well in meetings either. First, I am extremely shy and self conscious. Plus, just the effort it takes to get there. I can always come up with a million excuses not to go. Too cold, too hot, can't drive at night, not enough gas in the car, don't  feel good, too tired, etc....  I could go on and on. I love this place, where I can come on anytime I want, I can be in my PJs, I can totally be myself, get wonderful support and advice, I can laugh or cry, etc...  I've never met more kind, compassionate, caring, or funny people in my life.  This place is da bomb!

[ROSYouralright]

@ elated... I love seeing comments like that! Its nice to know that what we have all been through helps someone else. I am so thankful to those who have gone before me and paved the way to make my journey into recovery easier...

[elatedexaddict13]

Great post- this is one of the reasons I keep coming back to this site! The comradery in these rooms is something you can witness and take part in (if you want to or not), and don't have to sit in a one hour meeting where you just see people once or twice a week. Here, we can connect at any given time, any given day. Believe it or not, I sit back and read posts mostly on a daily basis. I never did well in the meeting rooms, but I think I can thank all of you here for sharing your eerily similar struggles and non-judgemented comments for keeping me (and I'm sure many, many others) sane and SOBER!!! Life is great!!! Thanks again!

[ROSYouralright]

QUERIDO u are one of a kind and u definitely inspire me to be better! You are rockin recovery and life!!!! I am honestly better for knowing you!

[ROSYouralright]

You always know just what to say!!!!! Thank you for talking me through some very down times! :)

[ROSYouralright]

Awwwwww Vic, yes you"told me so!" lol! You definitely kept me going thru some rough spots! @handling I'm glad you found some comfort in it BC every word is TRUE!


I am LOVING MY TRIPLE DIGITS YA'LL!!!!

[handlingthis45]

Wow, thank you for this post!!!  I find comfort in this post. Just "WOW"
Thanx Again...Prayer is KEY...you are right.

[VICourageous]

Hi Girl..I just seen this. You know, that I know, you where going to be one of the successful ones and that you would be one that stuck around. I got hooked on you from the first day and we changed your name to fit you. I still come up with other ones for you! LMAO!
The strange thing is that many years ago I was looking up something about Methadone and found this site. I did not find the Community's just the pill info. Then when I had already almost 3 months in I thought I would check it out. I found the Community's and have been here since. I have seen many old timers on here come in and out..I have seen new ones come and go.
I just felt in my Heart that you would be one who would not go..We might back off a bit as we get more time in and live our lives, but I will always check in or out until death due me part or until I just can not do this anymore..I WUV U my dear Friend..I am Blessed to know you..
Vickie

[Kbusymom]

Thank you so much for all your positivity and you always know the exact thing to say.  So glad you are herefighting with us!!

[ROSYouralright]

Thank all of you for taking the time to read this and post! You guys are all so special and have so much to offer the world! We are all fighting together and VICTORY Will be ours!

[Heather8448]

LU

[SmilingBright]

I just love you Rosy posy!!  You are a special lady!!  Happy to have you on my side.  Love ya Chris
Beautiful post

[kookiekellie]

This is a great heart felt post it encourages me to carry on with my detox and will help plenty of others im sure
Thankyou for posting xx.

[Dane74]

Girl, am i selfish to say that i am so glad you stumbled upon MH?  You  really are a ray of sunshine, since day one you have been so optimistic, funny and more importantly encouraging to all.  You plunged into your own recovery and helping others in need as well and for that i commend you.  B, you are an amazing girl!!!!! HUGS

[digger1976]

Great post Rosy, you know I'll always value you as well as everyone else on here. I too found this place sitting in the dark with my head in my hands. So lucky to have found it, I think I would have made it through regardless but finding it helped me understand the how's and whys, something I had never really givin much thought to before. It truly saved my sanity, what little is left anyway, lol. We love and respect you Wozy, lots, ;)

[ROSYouralright]

Lmmfao Ching Chong will forever more make me laugh as I play my stick guitar... ABN, you are one of the very special ones....

[toothfairie]

This is great Rosy!  Girl you know how I feel about you...and you know you can always call me too!  I'm so proud of you and so glad we are friends...you make me lmao every day!  and for that i'm truly grateful!  you're always so supportive even when you're having a bad day....THAT'S what recovery is all about!  CHING CHONG!  HA!  xoxo

[mommymarieme]

Rosy you are such an amazing woman! I hope you know that! I loved this post because we are so lucky to have found mh and have these wonderful friends on here. :) you really do help out a lot on here even when you first got here you were helping and you always have the right words! Thank you honey keep up the good hard work! It is not easy but it is worth it!

[hlpplse]

Thank You so much for this heartfelt letter it made my hard day a little easier, Many Blessings!!! Your support for everyone is a Blessing !!!

[weaver71]

I love this post. I was looking for a rehab and info in general when I found this community. Part of my detox was reading old posts and hearing hope and struggle over and over. I didn't even think I could heal, but was told to hang in tough and wait. With no other option, I did what was advised. I feel sanity for the first time, possibly in my adult life, better late than never. The end of my rope led me here, and there were all those throwing me a new rope. It was t easy to climb out, but it is worth it, still climbing. I love that you pointed out how awesome addicts I are, recovery lets that shine. Your alright Rosy, thanks for sharing with us. I really appreciate you.

[ROSYouralright]

Y'all are so very sweet!

[Sonrissa]

Rosy, you bring a ray of sunshine here! I love your positive attitude and your supportive and caring replies. I'm so happy you are here!