9 months in recovery!!!

Today I am beyond thrilled to report that I have been sober from sex and love addiction for 9 months! I cannot articulate how grateful, proud, and content I am right now with my recovery. I never dreamed when I started this journey how much serenity and grace this program would bring me. I remember the first several months were like torture for me; there were many times that I honestly thought I couldn't make it. Thanks in part to my family and friends who listened to me vent and complain, I somehow made it through. I think the person I sought out support from the most was my mom. She truly was my rock.
To help me realize how far I have truly come, I just read my journal entries from exactly 1 year ago. What a change!! One year ago tomorrow I started my current job but instead of discussing that, I wrote about how wonderful my latest qualifier was because he actually took the time to call me! When I wasn't directly talking about him, I was talking about related topics like how horny I was (evidently everyday!) or how much anxiety I was experiencing with this glorious relationship (I had anxiety practically everyday!)
I am so blessed that I found SLAA and more importantly, got myself back. I will put myself first from here on out, never again allowing anyone to disrespect me or treat me badly. One day at a time....