killler 2 #51 December 13, 2004 I don't know if it's in the genes or not? But it sure looks like it.... My family tree is grown in a jack danials barrel.... Killer.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marz 0 #52 December 13, 2004 QuoteIf your experience is going to be anything like mine was/is, things will get worse before they get better. My first year was pretty much a fog, my second through fifth, I was an exposed nerve. After year six things started to get better in a hurry. My suggestion is to spend as much time with others in the program as possible. Even if they can't relate to jumping (and most can't / don't / won't), they can help in dealing with the noise. Who knows, you might be able to recruit a few of them to become jumpers as well. My first year was very tough. I had alot of wreckage to deal with, but things got good around year 3. Finished University, got a good job and met the girl that's now my wife. Life showed up around year seven though and I found out that you don't have to get high or drunk to make a mess of your life!!!!! Addiction has a weird way of popping up under different forms!!!! I'm glad I had close friends that helped me pulled my head out of my ass before everything went totally to shit.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
plowdirt 0 #53 October 1, 2006 I recently met Bill, and have read some of the stories in the big book. I've met some amazing people, It's funny how you can relate to something that happend to people 60 years ago that is still happening today (verbatum) I was like no shit me to. I remember reading this post when it first went up or when i noticed it, and said I don't have a problem. Well guess what, I did and doo just don't drink any more. Man there were some bottoms that I have no time for. So I cut away and pulled silver. Good luck people, IT WORKS IF YOU WORK IT. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #54 October 2, 2006 You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freefallfreak 0 #55 October 2, 2006 Jan. 20, 1980. Picked up my last white chip at the very first Ga. N.A. convention in downtown Hotlanta in front of over 4,000 people. TripleF "Upon seeing the shadow of a pigeon, one must resist the urge to look up." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boudy 0 #56 October 2, 2006 QuoteWell guess what, I did and doo just don't drink any more. Man there were some bottoms that I have no time for. So I cut away and pulled silver. Congrats. Amazing how recognizing and accepting one's limitations regarding consumption can open the door to realizing unimagined potential and enjoyment in so many other aspects of life. Personally, did not meet Bill (although I was prepared to seek him out ) but I had the good fortune of a few terrific, supportive friends and I was pumped about my life's new possibilities (returning to school). July 10thish 1986 - last drink. Still enjoy having a diet Coke & hanging with friends at bars, parties, around the campfire etc - if pressed to join in the drinking (by those unaware or forgetfull) I merely say I'm just not good at it - gave it a good try but not for me - I find people "get it" now more today & accept you are indeed having fun despite being in control of your faculties. Enjoy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catfishhunter 2 #57 February 15, 2007 Brought this back up as I just Turned 5 on 2/10/07 How is everyone else doing? Hopefully your life Rocks as well :) MAKE EVERY DAY COUNT Life is Short and we never know how long we are going to have. We must live life to the fullest EVERY DAY. Everything we do should have a greater purpose. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #58 February 15, 2007 QuoteBrought this back up as I just Turned 5 on 2/10/07 How is everyone else doing? Hopefully your life Rocks as well :) You've been reading my sig line 16 years and 7 months on the 10th of FebYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #59 February 16, 2007 Used to be a friend, but I changed my mind about that. And no I am not in denialDivot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #60 February 16, 2007 Cool stuff Huge congrats!!!!! Picked up 8 years in January. dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
snowslider 0 #61 February 16, 2007 Happy birthday man! It works if ya work it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
druvaughn 0 #62 February 16, 2007 17 months on the 21st... Congrats to all...- - "Baseball is 90% mental. The other half is physical." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spiderbaby 0 #63 February 16, 2007 Just rolled through 18 months sober. Almost killed me for real. Have you ever had the dream where you wake up and you thought you had relapsed? You freak the fuck out and wanna die until you realize it was just a dream...........I hate that fuckin dream........"It takes a big man to cry, it takes an even bigger man to make that big man cry" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catfishhunter 2 #64 February 16, 2007 Been awhile since I had a using dream Spider. I want to say it gets better but "Different" is a better term ;) Hang in there. I can promise you it is worth the ride. Same goes for you Dru. 17 months rocks your a month away from your "whiner" chip :) And yes Squeak your sig line was one of the first things that stood out when I got on dz.com :) And Broke....well I ain't a preacher..if it's workin' for ya then more power to ya. No one can decide if your an addict except you and if your not the praise the lord :) MAKE EVERY DAY COUNT Life is Short and we never know how long we are going to have. We must live life to the fullest EVERY DAY. Everything we do should have a greater purpose. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
