The Novelist Portent
Johnny E. Mahaffey
January 13, 2019

YAY FOR SUNDAY

Well, this day started off on the right foot: I called and talked to my family. And for me, that's what counts most of all.
The kids are doing great - and they're happy!
Jaime has even taken my advice from months ago, and moved to a new AA group - of all women - and from outside her area. That's how therapy groups should be, I believe: same sex. Like on the show Mom. I mean, seriously, could you imagine men thrown in that mix? Take a bunch of women, with apparent addictive behaviors, predispositions, and a history of making bad choices against their own better judgement - and thrown them in with some men, who exhibit the same deviant behaviors? - what do you expect to happen? No … same sex groups are a much safer choice for those truly trying to heal, and overcome their vices and weaknesses.
I was glad to hear that she had made this step.
It shows her seriousness about being a better mom.
Now, she doesn't have to sit around with the local junkies, trying to put on a show of 'bettering themselves', or meeting some court order. Nor, will she need to play Homeland-Park Uber to their loser lifestyles, and worry about them spilling their drama or habits - or STDs - over onto her. Jaime is a kind hearted type at times, and guys like that know how to play on that, or her vices - pushing her buttons to try to get what they need, or just to watch her crash, like them. Now, the car-less scrubs can stay where they belong: In their trailer, or on the edge of a local sidewalk, waiting for that next arrest we all know is coming for them.
All the while, she's safe and at home.
I'm PROUD of her! A few more steps like that, and she'll be home free.

I've gotten a lot of good work done today too. The weather is not bad, and the building isn't too humid - so I'm able to paint. I've had a light, happy step, all day long... And a huge smile!

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