Popular Post Jon Posted October 25, 2013 Popular Post Report Share Posted October 25, 2013 One hot afternoon during the era in which you’ve gotten yourself ridiculously tangled up with Adderall (or Adderall recovery) you will be riding the bus and thinking what a worthless piece of crap you are when a little girl will get on the bus holding the strings of two purple balloons. She’ll offer you one of the balloons, but you won’t take it because you believe you no longer have a right to such tiny beautiful things. You’re wrong. You do. by Cheryl Strayed (aka Dear Sugar) So many tiny, beautiful, things come our way every day. I thought would be nice if we could share them with each other…. because we deserve them. The fall foliage is beautiful right now in northern Delaware. I am located in the Piedmont, the foothills of the Appalachians. Luckily, I have an office at work with large windows with a view of trees and the eastern sky. The golden light at day’s end changes constantly, playing like music on the landscape. A majestic American Basswood is in complete shadow in the foreground. The contrast is stimulating. The wind blows, the leaves sparkle with movement and the sky grows bluer into twilight and then suddenly the show is over and another begins. The stars begin come out. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freedom's Wings Posted October 25, 2013 Report Share Posted October 25, 2013 This is an awesome depiction. It almost feels like im right there, right in the middle of it all. Nice. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zerokewl Posted October 26, 2013 Report Share Posted October 26, 2013 You really are a great writer Jon. Expressing gratitude is such an important part of recovery. Also sounds like you are doing better mentally your writing is more positive. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinW Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 That's funny, I assumed you were on the west coast for some reason. That was a beautiful word picture. I wish that I had that level of talent to describe my experiences in the Big Horns last week. This country has an amazing landscape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Posted October 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 That's funny, I assumed you were on the west coast for some reason. That was a beautiful word picture. I wish that I had that level of talent to describe my experiences in the Big Horns last week. This country has an amazing landscape. Give it a shot Justin. Didn't we all have creative writing class in 8th grade? Thank you for the positive responses. Gratitude is very important for recovery, Z, good point. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinW Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 creative writing = epic fail LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeHereNow Posted April 27, 2014 Report Share Posted April 27, 2014 I thought maybe we should resurrect this one and keep it going. Gratitude is crucial to recovery and to just living a full life! The sun is shining, and the trees outside my window are exploding into their own fullness. White cherry blossoms that began as tiny buds, self-enclosed nodes of anticipation to bring forward the light and beauty of summer. I like to sit and admire them every evening at sunset, to notice how they change. Today, they have fully exploded into being. In the sunlight it almost looks like snow on the branches, except that it's actually flowers. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zerokewl Posted April 27, 2014 Report Share Posted April 27, 2014 Grateful for Mango the cat he's the best alarm clock i've ever had. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zerokewl Posted May 1, 2014 Report Share Posted May 1, 2014 americanos 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetCarolinee Posted May 1, 2014 Report Share Posted May 1, 2014 You are a beautiful writer Jon.That gave me goosebumps. And I loved the point of your post. Amazing.Fall is my favorite season but fall in the north is the best and most magical ever. I always look forward to back to school sales, wearing cozy sweaters and boots, pumpkins on front porches, hot apple cider, the changing of the leaves, jumping into piles of leaves, cooking homemade soup… I can't wait. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeHereNow Posted May 5, 2014 Report Share Posted May 5, 2014 I'm grateful for the peaceful, playful, happy Sunday I had today -- slacking off I'm grateful I didn't spend it the way I used to, pounding a bunch of adderall, freaking out, working myself to death. I'm grateful for quitting. And I'm grateful for YOU ALL!!! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted June 2, 2014 Report Share Posted June 2, 2014 @jon Great book! Read Wild yet? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zerokewl Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Rain and freshly minted oxygen rising from the soaking earth. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted July 8, 2014 Report Share Posted July 8, 2014 Clean sheets, clean body, clean teeth, heavy eyelids, and out of meds. So I fall asleep tonight peacefully, knowing I will experience tomorrow fully. I love the relief that pours over me when I run out. Tomorrow I will laugh and eat and crave affection..... And my dr appt is next week.... Idk if I'll be brave & honest or if I'm going to scheme. Rereading that sentence answers my question. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zerokewl Posted July 10, 2014 Report Share Posted July 10, 2014 tiny baby carrots crunch 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMist Posted July 28, 2014 Report Share Posted July 28, 2014 wow, i agree on them, you are a great writer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mila490 Posted August 18, 2014 Report Share Posted August 18, 2014 Walking my dog along the river at the end of a hazy lazy Sunday with dragonflies buzzing around us. Day 9 of my recovery. I used to pick my fingers as my eyes anxiously darted around, too nervous and in a hurry to look fellow walkers, runners, etc., in the eyes. Today I smiled and said hi to many instead. Relief. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysAwesome Posted August 19, 2014 Report Share Posted August 19, 2014 There is something refreshing about watching my children soak up their education and not being too busy doing random household chores (constantly!) to help with reading time. I set a timer last night and sat on the couch while my 9 year old read a "Warriors" book to me...nice. I am finally taking the time to enjoy my children. Also, I am so grateful for the strength I didn't know I posessed to quit this terrible habit. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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