Welcome to another Grateful Heart Monday, where gratitude remains the sole focus of my writing for the day, which for today is for Ed. D., a fellow 12-stepper in recovery from the addiction world.
While my blog work does seem to get several comments a day via re-sharing them on Facebook, I normally don’t have much contact that comes via my personal website (andrewarthurdawson). So, when I received an email just over a week ago now from one of the readers of my blog, Ed. D., I was both surprised and grateful. Thankfully, I also received his permission to re-share his words, as they truly were heartfelt and ones that resonate within my own that have helped motivate me to keep writing, especially on those days when I struggle coming up with reasons to do so, as that does happen for me at times. The following are Ed’s words… (with location and precise 12 Step program removed per 12 Step tradition.)
Hi Andrew,
Just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your writing. The reflections are thought-provoking and inspiring. I chair an online meeting and sometimes use your reflections as a guide for meeting topics, and whenever I do so, the quality of the shares is spectacular and in many cases I am simply moved to tears.
Keep up the wonderful work and know that you are helping to change lives for the better.
Kindest Regards,
Ed D.
So, to my new recovery connection, Ed. D., I am dedicating today’s Grateful Heart Monday entry to you, for being a beautiful reminder from my Higher Power that I do matter in this world, that my writing is continuing to help others, and that I need to keep trusting I’m making a positive difference in the lives of others. I truly am very much thankful for you Ed today and thank you as well for letting me re-share this with the rest of my readers.
Peace, love, light, and joy,
Andrew Arthur Dawson
