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The Mask

by Julie N. | Sep 1, 2022 | ComLine, Voices of Recovery

I woke up at 5:15 am, covered in sweat. Scared. Tight. Shallow breaths. What in the world?Took some breaths. Deep. In. Out. Breathe. I held my arms around myself. You are okay. I am here for you. Why? Where did this come from? Why do I continue to have these feelings?...

A Me Mommy Day

by Mary H. | Sep 1, 2022 | ComLine, Voices of Recovery

Last year on Mother’s Day I had the blessing to spend it on a visit with my adult daughter and her family. I had a perfect day. Both my sons called me, and my husband called to wish me a Happy Mother’s Day. I exchanged fun texts with friends who were also celebrating...

Hidden Disability

by Anonymous | Aug 15, 2022 | ComLine, Voices of Recovery

I was asked to write about myself – my hidden disability. Injured at work, determined to be permanent injuries by their own doctors, they called me a liar because they could not see my injuries. They bullied me. They threatened me. They pushed me within an inch of my...

Recovery In Turbulent Times

by Christine B | Aug 1, 2022 | ComLine, Voices of Recovery

We May Encounter Unexpected TurbulenceFasten your SeatbeltPlace your Mask over Nose and MouthBreathe Normally“Keep your seatbelts fastened,” the pilot intoned, “in case we encounter unexpected turbulence.” I complied because, why not? It was no big deal, keeping the...

Loving Parent Prayer

by Andy R. | Aug 1, 2022 | ComLine, Voices of Recovery

In a recent conversation with a fellow traveler, I realized that I had the concept of having a loving parent was stronger than my actual relationship with my loving parent.I decided to write a short "loving parent prayer" to go with my set-aside prayer to use a way to...

You Know You’re Dysfunctional When:

by Pamela M. | Jul 15, 2022 | ComLine, Voices of Recovery

Switching from green tea to hemlock seems like a healthier choice.You start choosing up sides only there’s no baseball diamond.Screaming, jeering people across from you aren’t waving pennants in soccer stadiums.Getting even no longer refers to balancing your...

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