Things I've learned Season 1. Ep 2.

 SOBRIETY. 

- Life is not written in pencil. You do not just erase and restart. Everything you do is documented in permanent ink." - Raphael K. NK. Mwange

I was about 12-13 years old when I first heard my father say this and I never understood why he'd always say it. This quote is so vivid in my head and life now that I had to give him credit. His words never fell on bad soil. 

This year, I was caught up in a situation. Hence my brother's speech on episode 1. I was in my car and was stopped and charged. Not my proudest moment I must say but none the less an experience of life reminding me that it doesn't just happen to others. 

PS: If you're not sober. Do not operate a vehicle. This small quote has a lot that comes with it. Death. Arrest. Jail time. Loss of another's life and more. Please be safe!

When that happened, only one thing came to mind " my mother is going to flip !" . I didn't think of anybody else besides her. Mind you, I AM GROWN! at least I think I am. 

The 1st person I called to come and pick me up said: " Gloria, I don't want to hear this right now, I'm having fun do not kill my mood." 

The 2nd person I called said : " I'm sorry I'm 4hrs away. I cannot come get you." 

The 3rd person I called : " don't worry, my brother will drop you off." 

That night I got home and for 24hrs, I couldn't believe what had happened. I was completely numb. I kept reading and re-reading the papers I was given and nothing was entering my brain. On the 2nd day, I completely broke down. At that moment " could of , should of, would of " became my focus. I should of called my family to come and get me. I could of taken a cab and picked my car up the next day. BUT I DIDN'T!! I believed I was in control and could take myself home.

I sat in sorrow for 4days. On the 5th day, I begin accepting that it happened. I cannot change it. I have to face my consequences. So I got myself in order and did what I needed to do.

On trial day, I went to court. my name was never entered in the system. 

You did not expect the ending uhn? I didn't either. This just goes to show that there are decisions you make in life, at the moment, you don't think has consequences until the consequence is in front of you. Sooner or later, everything catches up to you. My father was right, this story is in permanent ink. I will never forget it. Though the ending is good. It's a lesson I learned. As much as you think you are in control under the influence, choose sobriety or use another option. It's not worth it.

Dear God, 

You are bigger than anything in my life. You never fail to show me your majesty and for that I thank you. 

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