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And he’s home.....when did these kind of days become ‘just a visit?’ Sober, shameless and happy, kw #motherandson #homefromcollege #son #sobermom #sobermomtribe #sobermoms #hegrewup #soberandshameless

I am Not sure what I have done in this life, or others past, to deserve these two, but I am grateful and blessed. Most days, since the day they were born, I have felt desperately inadequate as a parent. The First days of Kindergarten to high school graduations, friends, play dates to dances, the first loves to the first broken hearts, snuggly PJ’s to prom dresses and tuxedos, big wheels to mountain bikes, questions of the sun and moon to loss grief and suicide. Questions comi...ng, my head spinning, answers failing but faith always leading. In the quite moments, I wonder if I did enough? Did I love enough, did I pay attention enough to art projects and noodle necklaces, did I go to enough baseball games and back to school nights, did we have enough family dinners and did I do enough to mend them when their hearts shattered, that fateful day, 8 years ago. As I stand and wave good bye, leaving them in their dorm rooms, in places near and far, I can only pray that the roots I planted are deep enough to hold strong and keep them grounded and the wings I grew, are wide enough to carry them into the endless possibilities of their bright futures. Saying goodbye, With shaking hands, stinging tears, my heart pounding and a lump in my throat so large I’m sure they can see it, I turn away and I release. Sober and shameless, kw #sober #sobriety #soberliving #livingsober #soberparenting #soberaf #sobermom #sobermomtribe #motherhood #motherandchildren #offtocollege #soberandshameless See more

Today, I celebrated 27 years clean and sober. I close this day, with deep gratitude for my life, my amazing husband, children, dear friends and family. I can not go to bed without thanking all of my ‘fellows’ who, on the first day, bloody and beaten by addiction, stood with me on the spirtual battleground of my early recovery. Fighting alongside me, as I went to war with myself and the shame, that nearly burned me alive. Believing in me, when no one else did, as I slowly bega...n to rise from the ashes and took flight, into the wide open world of possibilities. You have seen me through the darkest days, celebrated my brightest days and loved me into a life where I stand, sober and shameless. As I lay my head on my pillow tonight, and reflect back, I am filled with radical love for all those who kept the fire burning, welcomed me into the rooms and showed me the way to a new and wonderful life. #27yearscleanandsober #27yearssober #addiction #recovery #recoveryispossible #nevergiveup #itsnevertoolate #sober #soberlife #sobriety #soberliving #recoveryjourney #livingmybestlife #soberandshameless See more

From Start to finish in 10 minutes flat. #youth #daughters #daughterlove #naturalbeauty #nofliter #nofilterneeded @ Boise, Idaho

I was having a very overwhelming morning. Sometimes, I feel pulled in many different directions, doing my very best to show up for all those in need, all the while, getting out the door, dropping my car off at the shop, and just handling life and all the Monday morning madness. Running late, rushing into my office, I sat at my desk and found a sweet note from my daughter. Wise beyond her years, her words were a simple reminder of the ‘recovery’ way of life...one thing at a time. And just like that, at 9am, my morning, began again. Sober and shameless, kw #sober #soberlife #soberliving #soberaf #mybeauitfulgirl #raisingdaughters #raisingchilderninrecovery #family #recoverylife #recoverylife #soberandshameless

And just like that, she is 18. From birth to present, you have brought into my life, and the lives of those who know and love you, joy, light and laughter. As you journey out into the world, spread your wings, remember your roots and introduce to the world your brave and kind heart. Carry on, my sweet daughter. Carry on...I love you Savannah Kay. Sober and shameless, kw #18 #happybirthday #happy18th #sober #soberlife #soberliving #sobermom #sobermomtribe #soberaf #sobermomma #soberwomen #soberwoman #daughter #soberandshameless @ San Francisco, California

It’s A beautiful weekend away. We joined family in the foothills of Northern California, where the stress and violent isolation of Covid, feels a world away. This evening, I am grateful for my husband and 48 hours of laughter, love and relaxation. Stay safe and well. Sober and shameless, kw #recovery #recoveryispossible #simplepleasures #sober #soberlife #soberliving #soberaf #peaceful #grateful #gratitude

This is our Last week of high school. It’s been a bittersweet closing to a beautiful, twisty, bumpy, exciting four years, filled with love, laughter, a few tears, friends and family. Savannah has committed to Boise State University and will be headed off to begin her next big adventure. We are so proud of you Savannah! Sober and Shameless, kw #soberlife #soberliving #sobermom #sobermomtribe #motheranddaughter #collegebound #boisestate #boisestateuniversity #boisestatebroncos #drakehighschool #proudmom #proudmama

Thank you for all the birthday wishes. This is 49. I celebrate with breathless excitement and gratitude, my life, my husband, children, by birth and marriage, family, dear friends and my recovery. Never did I dare dream of this life. It has not been easy, I have earned every moment, standing in the fire of addiction and the brilliance of sobriety, sliding Ungracefully into faith, learning to stand on shaky legs and jumping, chest forward, heart open into the messy bittersweet days of my life. Thank you for walking with me. Strangers by day and Divinely connected warriors, in the masterpiece of life. Sober and shameless, kw #49 #recovery #recoveryispossible #recoveryjourney #recoverywarrior #sober #soberlife #soberliving #soberaf #grateful #gratefulheart #happybirthdaytome #happybirthday @ Redway, California

Happy Mother’s Day to my beautiful mom. Thank you to the all the children in my life, for giving me purpose, passion and meaning. And to all the mothers, the fathers, and those who raise, guide and love the children in your lives, I celebrate you. Sober and Shameless, kw #mothersday #mothersdaygift #motherandchildren #family #giftsofrecovery #recovery @ San Anselmo, California

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I had the pleasure of an interview request from Good Morning America on relapse during the violent isolation of COVID. It will air tomorrow morning between 8am and 9am PST. ‘COVID has created a time of radical ‘aloneness’ and feelings of isolation. No matter the years in recovery, people are hungry connection and community. Reach out. Just behind the ‘screen’ are professionals and other recovering people, who will stand their post, and help, listen and support. Sober and Shameless, kw...and yes I’m wearing shorts #addiction #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #recovery #recoveryispossible #recoveryjourney #sober #soberlife #soberliving #youarenotalone #soberandshameless @ Full Circle Intervention

And this one...not sure where she came from, but I am blessed. #motherdaughter

And just like that, he is 20. Happy Birthday Sebastian. I’m so proud to be your mom. Sober and Shameless, kw #soberlife #soberliving #soberaf #sobermom #sobermomtribe #20 #wheredidthetimego #soberandshameless @ San Anselmo, California