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Remembering my son

hotrod said
May 6, 2018

Today is the 11th Anniversary of my son's passing from this disease. I intend to spend it remembering his smile, laugh and spirit and will not be posting or responding to posts. See you tomorrow

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Aline said
May 6, 2018

Sending you my love, Betty...

pinkchip said
May 6, 2018

Bless you Betty. You are a beacon. Prayers for you on this day.

Iamhere said
May 6, 2018

Sending supportive virtual (((Hugs))) your way. May today be as blessed as you are. Enjoy the day as best you can and we stand with you in honoring your son.

KennyFenderjazz said
May 6, 2018

Please take a well-deserved day off. Bless you for all you do for so many.

Kenny

serenity47 said
May 6, 2018

Blessings to you Betty, you honour your son every single day when you come here and lead by example to all of us.

Overcome said
May 6, 2018

Prayers for you this day Betty. I have never lost a child to this disease, I can not even imagine. My heart and prayers go out to you today.

hotrod said
May 6, 2018

Thanks for all your kind words. This site has helped me greatly as I learned how to accept what i could not change and develop the Wisdom to keep coming back

Gracelane said
May 6, 2018

So very sorry Betty. Twenty months for me. I will keep you in my thoughts.

Junenine said
May 6, 2018

(((( Betty )))) big hugs, sympathy, and appreciation going out to you

mamalioness said
May 6, 2018

Oh DEAR (((((((((((((((Betty))))))))))))))))) big hugs and love and compassion from me to you for your loss....NO parent should ever have to bury a child but often times this happens..and you miss them forever...I love your attitude about remembering his smile...the happier things you shared with him, because the alcohol was NOT him..Just something real sad that happened to him...the "HE" of him is in the happy place, smiling down on his lovely Mama.....Xo

andromeda said
May 6, 2018

Hugs and love to you today, Betty. I hope you have a peaceful day in reflection and in the strength of our program. Sending loving thoughts from sunny Phoenix to you today!

SerenityRUS said
May 6, 2018

Big hugs, may your remembrance day be fill with much joy. Hugs S :)

Jill said
May 6, 2018

(((Betty))) sending you wishes of peace and acceptance. Gently, gently my friend.

Jerry F said
May 6, 2018

I can hear the rumble of that Chevy motor as if I was there. It fills my chest with excitement as maybe it did yours. I remember running alongside a yellow Camaro in Hilo long ago and told you about it and how it reminded me of you and your story. Bless the memories. Bless you and your son. (((((hugs))))) smile

tiredtonite said
May 6, 2018

Thank you for continuing to share your son and his story with us each year (((Betty)))

A beautiful person inside and out just like his mom. Prayers for you today as you remember and celebrate his life. TT

el-cee said
May 7, 2018

I hope you had a peaceful day remembering your son x

hotrod said
May 7, 2018

Thanks one and all, I truly appreciate your considerate words. Yesterday was filed with warm memories and quiet reflection Your being here really helped

Iamhere said
May 7, 2018

(((Betty)))

canadianguy said
May 7, 2018

(((Betty)))

The memory of Stephen's passing really brings home the "realness" of our programs, both on the AA-side AND to our own. Kudos to you for being such an amazing human being, and continuing to help so many others with your beautiful spirit, long after your special son has left this world. We always talk about how we don't "should" each other in our program, but just think of the power/credibility that you bring to any discussion, where your words are not simply words/directives, but spoken from the loving heart of a person who has lost a beloved son to this awful disease.

Thank you Betty - for everything you do.

Tom

hotrod said
May 7, 2018

Hin Tom Thank you for your kind words. I miss you, as you were the voice and face of MIP when i first arrived and I so appreciated your wisdom and guidance

Cathyinaz said
May 7, 2018

Hi Betty

It's been one year for me and I see all the good you have done for the community and think......why can't I do more??

Prayers for you and hugs to go with it.

Take care

canadianguy said
May 7, 2018

Cathy.... be gentle on yourself. Many times we need that reminder that we are "exactly where we need to be" in our own recovery. Your loss was tremendous, and we all figure out our own path, after such a traumatic event. Sometimes one foot in front of the other is all we are capable of for a while. Glad you're still here, and participating in your recovery....

(((hugs))))

Tom

Bo said
May 7, 2018

Betty, my warmest and most sincere wishes and thoughts go out to you. I was so hoping -- and so glad to hear -- that your day was filled with warm memories and quiet reflection. I hope the warmth and peace was comforting, and I am sure you felt the love that comes with that warmth and peace.

All the best.

Bo

jitsuka said
May 7, 2018

God bless to you x

hotrod said
May 7, 2018

Thank you Bo and Jitsuku I appreciate your kind words and prayers . Cathy I agree with Tom your recovery is impressive. I am so glad that you continue to share here The loss of a child is overwhelming and I know how difficult this road is. Just being able to put one foot in front of the other at first is a gift You and Graceland are doing great.

bud said
May 7, 2018

((((Betty))))))

mamalioness said
May 8, 2018

Dear Cathy, I remember when you lost your son.....I can't believe its already been a year...I hope you keep hanging onto your program and all the folks on here who care about you....Hang in there and please keep coming back.....sending you support hugs as well.....