A year ago today. That was the last day I used heroin. Tomorrow, I’ll be celebrating a year of abstinence, but today, I feel a surprising desire to celebrate my 20 years as an addict. It’s given me my character, made me more compassionate and given me insight into the depths of human suffering. It’s given me humourous stories and fascinating encounters and a whole plethora of novel experiences that have made me who I am today.
Today is also my late Mother’s birthday, so this is a day for celebrating her life, too. And what better birthday present than to be able to say; ‘Mum, I’m finally happy.’
Addiction Alchemist 