If I’ve learned anything from the process of recovery is that I have to let go of my need to change others, and focus on my own health first. Too many of us are so out of control in our own lives that we seek to change/control others – this gives us the illusion of change, without having to do the hard work ourselves.

Dear Lord, grant me the serenity to accept the things (people, systems, > institutions, denominations, administrations, et cetera) that I cannot > change (eg; or have no control over); the courage to change the things I can > (eg; see Step One: nothing); and the wisdom to know the difference!” >

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I was just thinking about some of this stuff today – major breakdowns in my ability to trust people. In reading this – especially the Medium Is the Message section, I realized that in many ways the lack of integrity of the people around me and my own inability to discern that lack before it blasted be broadside are contributing to that.

Great call to carefully consider my own integrity. Thanks.

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Thank you for your kind comments Teresa!

I learned a few years ago, that the best way for me to make the world a better place, was to provide my kids a solid foundation in which to launch. I’ll do whatever I can to make that a reality. I really appreciate the affirmation.

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And you have some truly fortunate kids. Not many a Dad can be such a man in the face of such adversity. When things are better and they are teenagers, payoff city.

Well said, too. Not to be over analytical, but your writing style takes the reader on a slippery breath-holding ride of suspense and tension, and then you let them breathe right where they should. Not every blogger can call themselves a writer. It’s time you do.

What is more, me and a whole lot of other people are just damn proud to call you friend.

Look to your future, enjoy the moment. Be well, and enjoy.

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I know Carrie, your situation humbles me – and frustrates me even more over the lack of good, affordable healthcare (or insurance) in this country.

Just when I think we are in dire straits, I realize we don’t have it too bad.

You have had an awesome attitude through all of your trials! God bless you!

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Even with my social work college degree I am overwhelmed by everything. Now I have to steer the disability/social security path– as we apply and re-apply over the next few years. Icky!!

So glad states have health care plans for times like these. We are shocked by the number of people who are applying for unemployment or have had their hours cut (benefits too).

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Thanks Chris – High praise indeed. Humility is underrated and arrogance is misunderstood.

Step 1 – We admitted we were powerless over our > addiction (struggle, relationships, depression, careers, etc) – that our > lives had become unmanageable

(BTW- I accept PayPal! 😉 )

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“What would it look like to not have anything to prove?”

That is now my daily mantra! I’m going to strive to just live life the most me I can. Brilliant! It’s a shame you can’t get paid the thousands you deserve for just telling it like it is.

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This post was mentioned on Twitter by gwalter: Food Stamps and the Oregon Health Plan: http://wp.me/pajEI-eK…

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