Welcome to Julie's Steps

A year and a half ago, my life changed.  I had a spiritual awakening and realized the time had come to make big changes...which included everything.  As the title states, my story is about recovery and redemption.  My name is Julie, I am an alcoholic and addict.  I took my last drink and used my last drug on March 3, 2010.
 
My sister suggested it--this blog.  Actually, I'm quite pleased she forced me...ahem, talked me into it.  She's a blogger too.  And my biggest supporter on this new journey.  And the most important person I had to redeem myself to.  And my family.  That's us in the picture above. 

With starting this blog, I feel I'm carving out this spot in the virtual world to share my experience, strength, and hope. I've learned a lot about who I am this last year and a half but realize there is still a lot to learn about me.  I have learned to love me for the first time in my life.  That's been a big step.  One of many steps I'm taking in my new life! 

A couple things first.  I can say I love life today, trying to live happy, joyous, and free.  I am a very independent, a wee bit strong-willed, smart, witty, outgoing, and overall big-hearted woman.  I love the outdoors, love to garden, love spending time with family and good friends, and my pets.  I am also an animal lover, all things great and small.  Well, except snakes, mice, and critters in general.  My dog and my cat and me...and I'm happy!

Welcome to my story.  Please join me on my new blogging journey.  Hope you enjoy it.  This blog will evolve as I evolve, one day at a time, one step at a time.

Peace and love.