I have debated whether or not to write this post. I finally decided however, this is something I'm really very proud of. Seven years ago today, I took hold of my life and finally got sober. I was in the deepest, darkest and most loneliest valleys of my life. I was fed up and I took control.
When I would meet old friends they would often ask me, "Liz, what happened to you?" They didn't mean it in a good way. I was bitter, I was angry, and I was mean. I was hardened through and through.
Now, people ask me the same question, and they do mean it in a good way. They've noticed my transformation. I am softened and caring again. I have hope and faith.
Coming this far hasn't been easy. I still struggle with my demons. I would be lying if I said I didn't. But I am more confident than ever before. I am finally comfortable this way. It took me so long to be at ease in social situations I just didn't know how to act. Over the years though, it has gotten better and I can finally say I am comfortable in my own skin.
Here's to another 7!
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Congrats Liz! I love you!
None of us make it through life without crawling through the valleys; it's part of what makes the peaks so grand. You're an amazing woman. You always have been.
Love ya,
j.
It's funny (not in a haha way), but how it's so easy for any one of us to forget who we've always been. The core of who we are is always there yet somehow we get confused or lost.
You're really, really an incredible human being and I love everything about you! Your Spirit is strong & vibrant and passionate. I LOVE that.
Keep going cuz you're doing so amazing.
PS: I was just thinking about being comfortable in our own skins. I know I feel very uncomfortable in mine sometimes and can see that in my kids too. So sad, but oh well....what are ya gonna do? Thanks for sharing such a personal reality of yours.
I love you too.
Congratulations!!!! I'm glad you posted--it IS something to be proud about. And I've only known the new Liz, and I LOVE her! Here's to another 70! :)
I love you Liz, and I know our relationship wouldn't be what it is without the valley and without the climb back up. Congratulations.
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