Nearly a year older

Tomorrow is my birthday. When asked what I wanted to do, I replied that I wanted to be on the boat, anchored out at the island.

So we are here, looking at the sunset pictured above. We went for a walk on the beach, gathering some firewood for a beach fire tomorrow. It was a bit chilly but not as cold as last weekend. The light and variable winds helped to eliminate the wind chill.

I am glad to be here at this place in time. I feel content within. I believe that each year in recovery just gets better. I may be a year older but feel much wiser.

I plan to enjoy the rest of this day. We are fixing flounder, mushroom couscous and a Caesar salad for dinner. Later, we may watch a movie if we can stay up. I feel so grateful.