03/31/2026
What a beautiful day it is to celebrate an amazing alumni, Miss Anne, on FOUR YEARS of sobriety! 🥳
When she first arrived at the lodge, it wasn’t easy. She came in unwilling, and had every reason for why she could do it on her own. But something powerful happened along the way…
Each time she faced a challenge (and often, that challenge was herself), she chose to lean in just a little more. She listened. She took suggestions. She stayed.
And in that willingness, she began to transform.
Today, she is a woman who radiates life, love, compassion, honesty, and strength. And in a full-circle moment, she has become a necessary part of the very structure that once helped her grow— serving as a Care Coordinator for the lodge, guiding and supporting others on their journeys.
Her story is a testament to what can happen when we push past resistance and choose growth, even when it’s uncomfortable.
Here’s what Anne has to share,
“Four years is so crazy, This is the longest I’ve ever been sober!
sobriety is something that I get to choose to do every day.
There was a time where I was not free to choose how to live my life, every day revolved around my next drink or next drug.
As much as I loved and missed my baby, I couldn’t even choose her because I was so powerless to do the right thing. I still remember the shame, anger, and pain of it all-I knew right from wrong and could not do the right thing to get my baby or my life back.
I’m SO thankful for the ft berthold, District Court’s EDO system, MHA Recovery Services, and the Healing Hearts Lodge.
I was an unwilling participant at first, but my circumstances made me willing and through my surrender & cooperation -I haven’t had to drink or use since. I’m so thankful for my life today! Thank you ❤️❤️”
We are beyond proud of you and honored to be witness to your beautiful journey. Your light inspires everyone around you!
Happiest FOUR years to you Anne💖