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You my friend are far from a "coward". A coward would not have chose to fight the addiction. You are a testament to what you can accomplish when you chose to fight and not let the addiction take over you life. Congrats on the sobriety!!!:cheer:
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Great to hear Geno. Thats awesome!!!
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Congratulations Gino, two years ago at this time I was preparing to die because I was so afraid of going through the DTs again. I told my wife I didn't want to die drunk so she found a treatment center for me to go to. I was expecting the worst so I downed a quart of vodka on the way. That was my last drink. I remember detoxing with laughing boy but never went through the DTs this time. After completing treatment I came home to find most of my "friends" wouldn't have anything to do with me. My "smelly shoes" are my neighbor, used to be my "brother from another mother" but now ignores me unless he has to talk to me. I have a totally different look on life today & am very proud of each & every alcoholic/ addict who took that last big leap of faith & can see there is life & happiness on the other side. Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year to you, your family, & all of your friends that supported & helped you all these years. Randy
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We lost my wifes brother to drugs at age 30. Seeing what it did to the family is so hard. I am afraid we are going to loose his son as well. Glad you pulled it off! Congratulations!!!
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Gino congratulations on your milestone........
But.....two things came to mind when reading this thread: 1. You have terrible luck now (sober) I couldn't imagine you under the influence! :D 2. You got into a hobby more expensive than drugs.....Charlie Sheen hasn't spent as much on drugs as you have on boats! :D :D |
Originally Posted by Jupiter Sunsation
(Post 4042761)
Gino congratulations on your milestone........
But.....two things came to mind when reading this thread: 1. You have terrible luck now (sober) I couldn't imagine you under the influence! :D 2. You got into a hobby more expensive than drugs.....Charlie Sheen hasn't spent as much on drugs as you have on boats! :D :D When they did the Heavy Hitters article they were going to title it "Crack head". I thought it would both some of my family so they went with "Transferring addictions" Thank you everyone!!! |
Originally Posted by Randy Nielsen
(Post 4042668)
Congratulations Gino, two years ago at this time I was preparing to die because I was so afraid of going through the DTs again. I told my wife I didn't want to die drunk so she found a treatment center for me to go to. I was expecting the worst so I downed a quart of vodka on the way. That was my last drink. I remember detoxing with laughing boy but never went through the DTs this time. After completing treatment I came home to find most of my "friends" wouldn't have anything to do with me. My "smelly shoes" are my neighbor, used to be my "brother from another mother" but now ignores me unless he has to talk to me. I have a totally different look on life today & am very proud of each & every alcoholic/ addict who took that last big leap of faith & can see there is life & happiness on the other side. Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year to you, your family, & all of your friends that supported & helped you all these years. Randy
congratulations to you as well!! |
Congrats
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LubeJobs42
My hats off to you. That is a kick ass accomplishment. I have family and friends that have gone through the same battle. Some successful, others not so much but to go 25 years with that monkey on your back and still prevail is unreal. There can't be too many people that can say they have turned their life around THAT much. From the streets of NYC to the clear blue waters of Ft Lauderdale. Not to mention sporting a 44 MTI. Curious, what color chip is the 25 year mark? |
Excellent! Enjoy life, it's beautiful!
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Congrat's Geno....well done, hoping for another 25 years... Jim
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Originally Posted by LubeJobs42
(Post 4042416)
Today is my 25th sobriety anniversary! I can believe it's been that long!!
25 years ago yesterday, I was homeless in New York. I spent a long time sleeping in hallways and trains with the clothes on my back. It was December, freezing cold and I had an old Members only jacket. Drugs took everything from me including my relationships with most of my family. We always joke about my luck, but I am one of the luckiest , most grateful people you will ever know. Congrats Gino, Awesome story and we all know it wasn't any easy journey switching gears either. On top of all that you were smart enough to get out of the cold too. Geesh....Minus 2 yesterday,...22 today on the way in. Jon |
Originally Posted by CraneHillFast
(Post 4043161)
LubeJobs42
My hats off to you. That is a kick ass accomplishment. I have family and friends that have gone through the same battle. Some successful, others not so much but to go 25 years with that monkey on your back and still prevail is unreal. There can't be too many people that can say they have turned their life around THAT much. From the streets of NYC to the clear blue waters of Ft Lauderdale. Not to mention sporting a 44 MTI. Curious, what color chip is the 25 year mark? I'm embarrassed to say I have not been to an AA meeting or NA meeting in over 10 years. I thought I would be a hypocrite if I went to a meeting to get a chip. I probably should though! |
Congrats Gino, that is definately an accomplishment to be proud of. You should buy yourself something pretty and fast as a reward.:boat::party-smiley-048:
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I would love to read the article , I couldn't find anything. could someone tell me how. thanks , but I am really impressed by the actions of Gino . I don't know you , I have read some of your post in the past , keep up the good work. Tim
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Originally Posted by LubeJobs42
(Post 4042416)
Today is my 25th sobriety anniversary! I can believe it's been that long!!
25 years ago yesterday, I was homeless in New York. I spent a long time sleeping in hallways and trains with the clothes on my back. It was December, freezing cold and I had an old Members only jacket. Drugs took everything from me including my relationships with most of my family. We always joke about my luck, but I am one of the luckiest , most grateful people you will ever know. |
Wish I would of known this last weekend when we were hanging out, I would have asked how I can kick this buying boats addiction I have. LOL, Jess and I had a great time. Merry Xmas
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Congrats Gino!!!!!!
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Originally Posted by flight club
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Wish I would of known this last weekend when we were hanging out, I would have asked how I can kick this buying boats addiction I have. LOL, Jess and I had a great time. Merry Xmas
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Congratulations Gino I knew alot of people that didn't survive the battle of addiction as you have and that is why I knew them because they are no longer with us here...... You have certainly given alot of people a story that they can hope to strive for with determination and fortitude you can always rise from the ruins of the wreck that life sometimes causes with our decisions that weren't the smartest at times!!!!!!You go bro!!!!
Originally Posted by LubeJobs42
(Post 4042416)
Today is my 25th sobriety anniversary! I can believe it's been that long!!
25 years ago yesterday, I was homeless in New York. I spent a long time sleeping in hallways and trains with the clothes on my back. It was December, freezing cold and I had an old Members only jacket. Drugs took everything from me including my relationships with most of my family. We always joke about my luck, but I am one of the luckiest , most grateful people you will ever know. |
Congrats!
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Congrats Bud. you are an inspiration to many, While I did not had you tough early history, we have something in common. Rotten luck. lol.. But the rotten luck we experience can't compare with the happiness life offers. Keep up with you stories big guy.
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Congrats Gino!! Truly an inspiration for many people. Merry Christmas
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This is truely an amazing story. Congrats to you!
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Gino, Congrats on all that you have overcome.
You're an inspiration to all of us. |
thank god for every day
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Very cool! Right on!!!
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You are a true inspiration for anyone fighting an addiction. Hats off to you Gino
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When I spoke to you in poker run village KW this year and had I generic conversation with you I was amazed at how down to earth you seemed. Now I know why, you are a man of character and I mean that in the most respectful way. Go get that 25yr chip as another reminder of where you never want to be again.
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My Grand sponsor and I rode up to Savanna Ga. last year to give my sponsor his 25 year medallion.
In return, his home group gave us each a small toy dinosaur. ( I think they were trying to tell us something) If I can continue to do the next right thing, Aug. 9 will also be 9125 days for me as well. Congratulations ... Gino ! |
congrats gino I was really surprised at the content when I opened the post. it does prove we are more in numbers than we realize. my last drink / drug was 8/21/1985 and I thought all the fun was going to end! I also have to admit I have not been to a meeting in over 10 years. but still have some contact . I have my 25 year chip I would proudly pass it to you p m me your address
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Originally Posted by waycool marine
(Post 4044212)
congrats gino I was really surprised at the content when I opened the post. it does prove we are more in numbers than we realize. my last drink / drug was 8/21/1985 and I thought all the fun was going to end! I also have to admit I have not been to a meeting in over 10 years. but still have some contact . I have my 25 year chip I would proudly pass it to you p m me your address
Originally Posted by TubeCarz
(Post 4044198)
My Grand sponsor and I rode up to Savanna Ga. last year to give my sponsor his 25 year medallion.
In return, his home group gave us each a small toy dinosaur. ( I think they were trying to tell us something) If I can continue to do the next right thing, Aug. 9 will also be 9125 days for me as well. Congratulations ... Gino ! Congratulations!!!! God, we all should have gotten together 25 years ago. Imagine the party we could have had!! Really nice to hear there are so many ex-screw-ups here!!!!!!! |
Originally Posted by CraneHillFast
(Post 4043161)
LubeJobs42
Curious, what color chip is the 25 year mark? |
Congrats Gino and I wish you continued success.
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Nice to hear.
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Gino , thanks for the article, that was very cool. You should be very proud as should your family and friends also. what a great accomplishment you made and to share , that will inspire others . thanks Tim
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I really wanted to thank everyone. I have gotten tons of emails and PM's. So many people shared stories, took time to offer congratulations, and Waycool marine generously offered me his 25 year chip.
I can't tell you how touched I am. A friend asked me "why the hell would you make that post and put all that out there, aren't you embarrassed?". I'm so glad I did! Hopefully, it will give someone hope and help them realize that no matter how bad things are, they can be completely different if you want it bad enough. Again, Thank you everyone!!! |
That is fantastic. You should be proud. Heck I don't know you except for OSO, and I'm proud of you (and everyone else with a similar accomplishment). You should go back to a meeting and get your 25 year chip, not just for you, but as the inspiration for folks who are just trying to make it a week, a month, or a year. You could make such a difference in their lives.
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Merry Christmas Gino!!! And Happy New Year!! Congrats :)
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