When people talk about recovery its always my favorite topic. After 35 years of hell drunk and high. 10 DUI's 11 years homeless , 5 years incarcerated on the installment plan. Continuous loss of people places and things and self . I finally surrendered at the age of 48and sobered up . Went into the field of helping the homeless for 10 years. Working in the mental health field for 6 years and retired now. For a dirt bag like me to recover and get the opportunity to serve in those fields is only a miracle only a higher power could have blessed me with. CONGRATS on your 5 years and all the great content and your achievements.They told me dont give up before the miracle happens. Then after being in recovery for a while they said dont give up after the miracle happens
Congratulations on your miracle, mine was 30 years ago. It happens when it is supposed to. My wife did the same thing and I stopped and went to a meeting, I seen people from my past making it, guys I faught with in the past became my friends and sponsors.. never believed in a god til I heard of Good orderly direction.and I never lost anything, I kept making decisions to give those things away...so keep up the good work.. I love what you do
You did well. !.. keep on keeping on.. I'm proud of your accomplishments..I've been there.. trust me..I've been in your shoes.. All I want to say is keep it up.. your doing good..
Be ok with having a foggy mind for possibly several months. Can’t explain it but you may feel in a daze or out of sorts. Everything is new again and your not “losing it”. 👍
@@2007dixiegirlI’m actually glad to hear you say this, I’m almost 2 months and I actually feel worse, I was just a weekend drinker but still expected to see better results.
Andy, you do not know me. God used you to say what I needed to hear because of your life experiences. I am waiting for back surgery, I'm 35, pretty much fully disabled. I keep going because I know it always works out. The past few months have been crippling and excruciating nerve pain. I've been more sober at this lowest point of my life, than I was when I was physically healthy. God healed my mind and heart, that had more influence than needing to numb up insane nerve pain 1-2 times a day. I am waiting for my my surgery to be approved by insurance, this waiting game is difficult. I am waiting, God never fails us. I'm waiting my Brother, thank you. God bless you, I love you. - Joel
As someone that has been around since the camper videos, watching you flourish and put things back together with Carlos has been an inspiration. I understand it wouldn't have been easy putting it all out there for the world to see. Keep up the good work, Andy, and congratulations on 5 years sober.
Man you never miss on the sit down talks. Wisdom is worth a million bucks but the experiences gaining it can break a man. Tons of respect for who you are and what you do. So keep breaking tractors and making weiner jokes and by all means don't stop sharing that million dollar wisdom. There's a lot of us that need that wealth.
I'm coming up on 25 years (this month)myself, congrats and "one-day-at-a -time" Brother👍🙏 recently lost my wife at 67 years old😭, she is the "ONE" person that helped me quit, My youngest sister begged me "please don't turn (back) to alcohol" (my drug of choice) I insured her that "through the Grace of God" I have been relieved of that desire, but I am one of those people that I have to stay busy, and we are in complete agreement concerning God's timing🙏, Love ya Brother❤🙏🙏🙏 (and subscribed)
Well done man, you're giving the world an inside look at addiction, recovery and family life. I'm sure that you've helped plenty of people. Having that support from your church must have helped as well.
I struggle with alcoholism. I’m working with a nurse and therapist. I never feel like I am making enough progress. I started as a party boy, and then I needed to sleep after trauma and eventually I couldn’t go a few hours without it. I’ve developed seizures and random panic attacks. But a year later I’m not clean yet but I keep to a strict regimen of a time window. Two liters of rum a day to two cups. I’m starting to get liver scarring but my doctors think the brain damage alcohol has done to me means I have to keep going slow or I might have a deadly seizure or a stroke. It’s a rough road and I’m glad to hear your perspective. I hope to be there someday before it kills me. I have so many blessings now I didn’t have then. I want to be better so I could see them again every morning. God bless Andy.
Addiction is a terrible thing. I never understood it . I've seen friends go through it and never understood why they would put themselves before the real things in life that matters. Until i found your channel and watched you rebuild your life and reconnect with your family, and never blamed anyone but yourself. You have helped more than 1 person, this I am sure of. Bless you and your family.
HUGE congratulations man!! Im 2 years clean now myself. I'm a recovering heroin/fentanyl (really anything) addict. If no one else told you today that they're proud of you... I'm proud of you, and i love you brother!!
Andy, every single one of your videos is my favorite. The funny ones, the building/fixing ones, and the serious, emotional and sharing ones alike. You put your genuine self into every one of them and despite that this is through video and you have never met or even heard of me I feel a genuine human connection with you. You rock man, I'm a truck driver and don't always get the human connection I need but you really help with that. I love you man, and bless you.
Congratulations. That’s a big milestone. Family and community support is important. My sister in law struggles with addiction. It’s not my place to tell her story. But her siblings help, support, and love her. Never be afraid to start again.
Wow! Good for you ❤ We aren't perfect for sure. But Stay the course, Andy... Beautiful wife and kids... Nice homestead. Life when sober, is so Awesome. Hugs to you, Carlos and the whole family. God Bless 🙌
I personally am thankful for your struggle and where you are today. God has delivered your testimony to many including me. I identify with your testimony. I love you man.
I stumbled across your posts a few years ago. Thank you for sharing your life. You are a true blessing, you and your family. I wear my chicken shirt with pride and when people ask, i send them to your page. Praying for your wife that you all get the answers and healing. God bless yall!
Thank you Andy, My AA sponsor saved my life and introduced me to our lord and savior. I'm a man that had both tears of joy and sadness running watching this video. Congrats on you milestone. I know the struggles between our ears. Keep the course. BOE
Hey Andy and congrats. You are a true hero, 5 years is awesome. There is a lot of truth to learn when getting sober and you hit the nail right on the head. Trust God, clean the mess you made, help others and patience. Pray and wait.... Keep inspiring people the way you do. Youre good at it.
Thats awesome man! It was 1 year sober for me on January 25. Best thing I ever did for myself was accepting Jesus as my Lord and savior and getting sober. No looking back now. Love ya man, God bless and I will pray for you and your family 🙏
Hell yeah 5 years!!!! Proud of you brother… I know it’s hard at times but you are stronger… I don’t care what anyone says these videos are awesome and I am so damn proud man!!!! Keep it up and you know there’s always people out there if you need someone to talk to
Ive got 5 years sober in July of this year me an my wife both the best people in this world have gotten sober we’ve all had hard lives im proud of you brother and here’s to 20 more years man
6 Years sober and your story almost matches mine. I missed so much. Just being a man and providing isn't enough for your wife and kids. I barley have memories of my children growing up. Now I know the reality of my choices.
I share many of the same thoughts and feelings. Life is short but incredibly long. I can see the picture you spoke of near the end. Today and tomorrow are worth living. It will be okay! Spot on brother. My brain chemistry is screwed up as well. Wish I could have been more present while raising my two adult kids. I always wanted to be somewhere else. Now I am Present, took three DUI’s to get me where I am now. AA helps. This video was so spot on.
29 years sober here! Best thing to do is get right with God. But cold turkey is how I did it and LOTS of counseling! We both quit and it and quitting smoking was the two best things we ever did! Third thing was a bad decision! Am we should have had more children! If I could go back in time I would have more! ❤ God bless Carlos and your entire family. May He bless you and keep you all your days! ❤
CONGRATULATIONS ❤ My 4 year date clean was December 20th, from Meth 🙏🙏🙏🙏 it tore my family up 😢 but now, things worked out and we are So much Stronger now as a family, because Of God's Love and Jesus's Grace ✌❤🙏
Im currently in a sober living house after my 4th round of rehab 4 months sober ive been following you for a couple years now and you are an inspiration to me knowing we go through the same things keep up the hard work and congratulations on 5 years
The biggest thing you have done is reached a milestone, you will learn everyday and enjoy your family now with open eyes. Keep reaching for support and it will be there. Be there for those boys for the rest of your life and that is what they will remember. Take care of your wife and enjoy your sobriety son.
The journey of sobriety for me takes up more real estate in my head than the addiction did. The next day guilt and wondering what I said or what I did or who I may have pissed off is gone and that for me is the reward I keep trying for. A lot of us addicts are very smart industrious people. For me it was a way to forget the idiots I had to deal with in my chosen career field.
Good afternoon from Cape Cod 🦈 congratulations on your sobriety, March 1st will be 20 years for myself. You certainly qualify to speak on sobriety and thank you for sharing your story Andy. God bless you and your family ✌️🇺🇲
Man I been sober since Sept 30 , 2023 this has been the hardest time of my life I am broken and struggling and I hate life every minute of everyday, but I am sober and that is the one thing inmy life that I can say I am doing right and it's just by not doing doing anything bad , funny how it took me 39 years to learn that simple thing but to me it just wasn't simple , I love your Chanel it helps me remember what's important thank you for sharing your story , it helped me so please continue being cool as a fan ! And I'll keep hanging in there like a loose tooth !
Congratulations Andy, it’s an achievement to be proud of, you’ve tamed a demon and moved forward. Im glad that you and Carlos have been able to put yourselves back together and moving forward. I wish you all the best and continued success with your sobriety.
This week I hit 27 years it's always a work in progress improving yourself and learning things you need to know and God gives us the answer we need not always what we want and as long as he gives us the breath to see the next sunrise he's given us another day to help someone and work on ourselves
Whilst I believe in the flying spaghetti Monster as 'god' I won't and can't hate because I believe something different. You said the main thing, at the end of the day it's up to 'you' to be the change. Love hearing your story dude. You're absolutely awesome buddy.
The good Lord has taught you well. You are right. You need to forgive yourself. You are blessed to have a wonderful family. Thank you for sharing your journey! 🙏🙏🙏
I applaud your dedication to keeping yourself sober and caring about your family. My family has many addicts and I have seen the damage that it can do. Thank you for sharing.
I was just sitting in mancey waiting on ym customer to meet me and saw you drive thru in the old square body Andy! Congratulations on the 5 years sober, huge milestone!
I’ve watched you from the beginning man. I appreciate your wiener jokes, but appreciate these videos more. I struggle with sobriety every day, it’s tough man. Watching this… already made my day. Thanks for your transparency and your support!!!
This is probably one of my favorite videos. Years ago, I swapped my "problem" with cooking and music. Ain't gonna get in depth about it but I'll just say, i can relate to how heavy it hits after the fact. Even though you're not that person anymore. But you didn't give up and that's what really matters. ❤
Do you know why we follow you, because you’re real. You tell it how it is, you have fun while doing it, you teach people about your knowledge even if you just looked it up and you come from nothing and now are building your empire. You are awesome dude and someone to honestly look up to. You’re awesome Andy and congrats on the 5 years.
CONGRATULATIONS. Keep a clear head. The years will tic by. Next month will make 18 years for myself. Lots of reflecting to be done and has been done. Love your content and again, Congratulations. Btw, your coming clean video way back, I was teary with you, I felt it.
Congratulations on the 5 years sober! Thank you for sharing your story because I agree if it saves 1 person it's worth it. May God bless you and your family
This video touched me. I will not forget this for my entire life. I am an addict as well. I have lost time with loved ones over it also. I understand. This video brings me to tears. I only smoke weed now and would like to quit that after 20 years. The real problem was with Xanax for 15 years. I feel now as if I was a zombie all those years.... I barely remember anything. Lost alot. I no longer use any prescription..... Anyways.... Love you brother. Stay strong
So proud of you. you are a miracle. I don’t care how you got there as long as you do, I’m coming up to 29 yrs and I have lost a son to addiction,talk about guilt I should have been able to help him. But my grandkids have never seen me drunk and my Intentions are never let them. I like your spirituality. Keep it up and they can’t get you.
Congratulations on 5 years sobriety. It takes a lot of courage to post something as personal as this to the public. You will be in my prayers and I hope God continues to work in your life. Your post on You Tube have either been entertaining or informative, especially the advice about cooking a good steak and red potatoes at home for your spouse. Sometimes the little things can help bring you and your spouse together during rough times in a relationship. Thank you for that.
I am close to 9 months sober for the first time in 25 years and I just went through a divorce from the woman I still love. Your story is important to hear a it helps me. Thank you! “You can’t go back and change how you started but you can start where you are and change the end”-C.S. Lewis
Congratulations Andy! I and im sure all of us, are very proud of you! 🎉 its not easy getting sober, it can often be harder to stay sober. Good on you brother!
Congratulations on 5 years of sobriety, it is not an easy thing to do, I only wish that I could forgive myself like you have, have a great day and enjoy your family, you deserve it.
There is nothing more manly than a man bearing his soul, especially when attempting to help the human experience, IMHO. Meanwhile, is your family back together now? God, I hope it is because you are a good man for trying so hard to make it so.
We are on a spiritual journey in a physical world. These life experiences are lessons. You are blessed to have such a wonderful wife and children. They are also blessed to have this version of you. May the Good Lord bless you and your family. I hope that you wish me twice as much as I wish you 😊
Wow man! This IS one of my favorites! I have been going through the same after getting sober (3 years). Feeling and seeing what I missed out on with my wife and kids.
Last thing you were doin was preachin. Its something we all have delt with and know how hard it is to stay clean and sober, especially when your heart has been ripped out of your chest and the sad reality is you did it to yourself. I have been clean and sober since 2002. I had to move out of state because I knew to many people in my home state and always gravitated back to the dope. You just let all of us know that your human, but are able to learn and rise above it. Been there and I was lucky enough my wife waited for me to come to my senses, but as she said she wanted the man she narried not what I had become. Congratulations on your 5 years. It's a hell of an accomplishment for anyone who actually knows. And you have to forgive yourself and the only thing I myself haven't conquered yet, but the good lord willin it comes around, and if not I'll live with it the rest of my life until I see my wife again and hopefully Ill meet her at the pearly gates with other loved one.
Good work Bud , I have 18 the urge to drink does subside but the thoughts are always there. Just keep the focus on what you want to be and you will. Good luck!
I quit when I was 37. I'm 68 and still have 2 fully functional brain cells left from then.😂 When I was 45, I got a great job that really changed my life. I'm retired now and having fun fixing stuff for free for friends and family. Thanks for the videos Andy.
You are a sincere person (that is rare), I see honesty within you; it is refreshing. Your wit and intelligence keep me coming back. None of us are getting ut of life alive, our children are all that matter. Keep focused on continuing to improve and do hat is right for your kids. Love you, Andy!
All things in life come to us in Gods Time !! Not ours. To look back on your path in life you will see all the little things on that path that will make sense and those things were God making them in His Time Not Ours!! You Are Good Person! Stay strong and Blessed And Give Praise to God !!
Thank you for sharing Andy! I have a very similar life story, and I too realized certain things weren't right with me. I have always believed in God and his son Jesus. I hit a really good low point and had to "sit some time" and I believe God puts opportunities in our path at the proper moment. While I was detained there was who just happened to click with me and actually had some very meaningful talks, about our faith, well the way he listened to what I had to say and then make sense of it to me and actually took me deeper into the waters, farther than I thought my feet could ever take me. I now have a better understanding of what my faith should be and how free and powerful it can make a person. You're doing good, Stay strong! I'm working in Hancock, Upper Michigan this week and maybe next week. I would be honored to meet you if you're in the area. If not I love ya and God bless ❤
When people talk about recovery its always my favorite topic. After 35 years of hell drunk and high. 10 DUI's 11 years homeless , 5 years incarcerated on the installment plan. Continuous loss of people places and things and self . I finally surrendered at the age of 48and sobered up . Went into the field of helping the homeless for 10 years. Working in the mental health field for 6 years and retired now. For a dirt bag like me to recover and get the opportunity to serve in those fields is only a miracle only a higher power could have blessed me with. CONGRATS on your 5 years and all the great content and your achievements.They told me dont give up before the miracle happens. Then after being in recovery for a while they said dont give up after the miracle happens
Congratulations on your recovery! Wishing you continued success!!
Congratulations on sobriety!!!
Congratulations on your miracle, mine was 30 years ago. It happens when it is supposed to. My wife did the same thing and I stopped and went to a meeting, I seen people from my past making it, guys I faught with in the past became my friends and sponsors.. never believed in a god til I heard of Good orderly direction.and I never lost anything, I kept making decisions to give those things away...so keep up the good work.. I love what you do
Amazing that this popped up, I relapsed a few years back, but 10 mins ago I found my 2 year sobriety coin. I think it's time to do it again. For good
You did well. !.. keep on keeping on..
I'm proud of your accomplishments..I've been there.. trust me..I've been in your shoes..
All I want to say is keep it up.. your doing good..
Thomas, no such thing as a coincidence. You got this pal!
Congratulations! As the daughter of an addicted alcoholic I can tell you your wife and kids will appreciate your effort and determination!
I truly don’t believe this can be liked enough. UA-cam should have this front page for a year.
Cheering you on from the cheap seats, keep seeking God and making something better every day!
Congratulations. I just hit 3 wks last Friday. Never thought I'd see that on the path I was on.
Congratulations! Keep at it!
Keep after it! That's a choice we all make each day, sometimes many times each day.
Be ok with having a foggy mind for possibly several months. Can’t explain it but you may feel in a daze or out of sorts. Everything is new again and your not “losing it”. 👍
@@2007dixiegirl oh that's the new norm for me right now
@@2007dixiegirlI’m actually glad to hear you say this, I’m almost 2 months and I actually feel worse, I was just a weekend drinker but still expected to see better results.
About 6 years for me brother. Best choice I’ve ever made. Life is completely better without it. Life is Good!!
Andy, you do not know me.
God used you to say what I needed to hear because of your life experiences. I am waiting for back surgery, I'm 35, pretty much fully disabled. I keep going because I know it always works out. The past few months have been crippling and excruciating nerve pain. I've been more sober at this lowest point of my life, than I was when I was physically healthy. God healed my mind and heart, that had more influence than needing to numb up insane nerve pain 1-2 times a day.
I am waiting for my my surgery to be approved by insurance, this waiting game is difficult. I am waiting, God never fails us. I'm waiting my Brother, thank you. God bless you, I love you. - Joel
Congrats man December made 9 years for me pretty cool
As someone that has been around since the camper videos, watching you flourish and put things back together with Carlos has been an inspiration. I understand it wouldn't have been easy putting it all out there for the world to see.
Keep up the good work, Andy, and congratulations on 5 years sober.
Congratulations. My daughter just made 18 months after she relapsed. She had 3.5 before the relapse. I see how hard it is so stay strong.
Congratulations. I'm 18 years sober and still struggle from time to time. Keep your head down and your feet on the path your currently on
Man you never miss on the sit down talks. Wisdom is worth a million bucks but the experiences gaining it can break a man. Tons of respect for who you are and what you do. So keep breaking tractors and making weiner jokes and by all means don't stop sharing that million dollar wisdom. There's a lot of us that need that wealth.
I'm coming up on 25 years (this month)myself, congrats and "one-day-at-a -time" Brother👍🙏 recently lost my wife at 67 years old😭, she is the "ONE" person that helped me quit, My youngest sister begged me "please don't turn (back) to alcohol" (my drug of choice) I insured her that "through the Grace of God" I have been relieved of that desire, but I am one of those people that I have to stay busy, and we are in complete agreement concerning God's timing🙏, Love ya Brother❤🙏🙏🙏 (and subscribed)
Well done man, you're giving the world an inside look at addiction, recovery and family life. I'm sure that you've helped plenty of people. Having that support from your church must have helped as well.
I struggle with alcoholism. I’m working with a nurse and therapist.
I never feel like I am making enough progress. I started as a party boy, and then I needed to sleep after trauma and eventually I couldn’t go a few hours without it.
I’ve developed seizures and random panic attacks.
But a year later I’m not clean yet but I keep to a strict regimen of a time window. Two liters of rum a day to two cups.
I’m starting to get liver scarring but my doctors think the brain damage alcohol has done to me means I have to keep going slow or I might have a deadly seizure or a stroke.
It’s a rough road and I’m glad to hear your perspective. I hope to be there someday before it kills me. I have so many blessings now I didn’t have then. I want to be better so I could see them again every morning.
God bless Andy.
Addiction is a terrible thing. I never understood it . I've seen friends go through it and never understood why they would put themselves before the real things in life that matters. Until i found your channel and watched you rebuild your life and reconnect with your family, and never blamed anyone but yourself. You have helped more than 1 person, this I am sure of. Bless you and your family.
I was glued to my monitor the whole video, best 14 minutes & 50 seconds on UA-cam I've seen in years. Thank you
Congratulations, Thirty eight years here by the grace of God, " We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it." The Promises
HUGE congratulations man!! Im 2 years clean now myself. I'm a recovering heroin/fentanyl (really anything) addict. If no one else told you today that they're proud of you... I'm proud of you, and i love you brother!!
Andy, every single one of your videos is my favorite. The funny ones, the building/fixing ones, and the serious, emotional and sharing ones alike. You put your genuine self into every one of them and despite that this is through video and you have never met or even heard of me I feel a genuine human connection with you. You rock man, I'm a truck driver and don't always get the human connection I need but you really help with that. I love you man, and bless you.
Congratulations,I haven't been there,but helped several friends and family, be well and God bless,
Congratulations Andy! My Husband is 25yrs Clean and Sober! God Bless You and Your Sweet Family!! I'm still praying for Carlos!! 🙏🙏💗💗💗
5 years! Just a start. Hang in there Andy. Remember that we cannot do everything ourselves; God will provide.
Congratulations. That’s a big milestone. Family and community support is important. My sister in law struggles with addiction. It’s not my place to tell her story. But her siblings help, support, and love her. Never be afraid to start again.
Congratulations and God bless you from Northeastern Ontario Canada 🇨🇦
Wow! Good for you ❤
We aren't perfect for sure.
But Stay the course, Andy... Beautiful wife and kids... Nice homestead.
Life when sober, is so Awesome.
Hugs to you, Carlos and the whole family.
God Bless 🙌
I personally am thankful for your struggle and where you are today. God has delivered your testimony to many including me. I identify with your testimony. I love you man.
I stumbled across your posts a few years ago. Thank you for sharing your life. You are a true blessing, you and your family. I wear my chicken shirt with pride and when people ask, i send them to your page. Praying for your wife that you all get the answers and healing. God bless yall!
You are SO qualified to preach. God Bless you Brother. You are an inspiration.
Thank you Andy,
My AA sponsor saved my life and introduced me to our lord and savior.
I'm a man that had both tears of joy and sadness running watching this video. Congrats on you milestone. I know the struggles between our ears. Keep the course. BOE
Hell yeah brother. 6 yrs sober here. Congrats!
Hey Andy and congrats. You are a true hero, 5 years is awesome. There is a lot of truth to learn when getting sober and you hit the nail right on the head. Trust God, clean the mess you made, help others and patience. Pray and wait.... Keep inspiring people the way you do. Youre good at it.
Thats awesome man! It was 1 year sober for me on January 25. Best thing I ever did for myself was accepting Jesus as my Lord and savior and getting sober. No looking back now. Love ya man, God bless and I will pray for you and your family 🙏
Hell yeah 5 years!!!! Proud of you brother… I know it’s hard at times but you are stronger… I don’t care what anyone says these videos are awesome and I am so damn proud man!!!! Keep it up and you know there’s always people out there if you need someone to talk to
Same here !! 24/7!!!!!
Ive got 5 years sober in July of this year me an my wife both the best people in this world have gotten sober we’ve all had hard lives im proud of you brother and here’s to 20 more years man
Been sober about the same 💯 feels good man I'd never go back to the hell I was living in
6 Years sober and your story almost matches mine. I missed so much. Just being a man and providing isn't enough for your wife and kids. I barley have memories of my children growing up. Now I know the reality of my choices.
I share many of the same thoughts and feelings. Life is short but incredibly long. I can see the picture you spoke of near the end. Today and tomorrow are worth living. It will be okay! Spot on brother. My brain chemistry is screwed up as well. Wish I could have been more present while raising my two adult kids. I always wanted to be somewhere else. Now I am
Present, took three DUI’s to get me where I am now. AA helps. This video was so spot on.
29 years sober here! Best thing to do is get right with God. But cold turkey is how I did it and LOTS of counseling! We both quit and it and quitting smoking was the two best things we ever did! Third thing was a bad decision! Am we should have had more children! If I could go back in time I would have more! ❤ God bless Carlos and your entire family. May He bless you and keep you all your days! ❤
CONGRATULATIONS ❤ My 4 year date clean was December 20th, from Meth 🙏🙏🙏🙏 it tore my family up 😢 but now, things worked out and we are So much Stronger now as a family, because Of God's Love and Jesus's Grace ✌❤🙏
Congratulations! That's a significant achievement, and worthy of note. Much respect.
Congratulations brother
13 years sober for me. Hardest journey of my life.
Congrats Andy. You da man! Drinking is just a waste of time and money. I don't miss it at all.
Im currently in a sober living house after my 4th round of rehab 4 months sober ive been following you for a couple years now and you are an inspiration to me knowing we go through the same things keep up the hard work and congratulations on 5 years
The biggest thing you have done is reached a milestone, you will learn everyday and enjoy your family now with open eyes. Keep reaching for support and it will be there. Be there for those boys for the rest of your life and that is what they will remember. Take care of your wife and enjoy your sobriety son.
going on 3 years feel way better and now i’m doing way better have a career a home money saved have friends a family back loving it congrats andy
The journey of sobriety for me takes up more real estate in my head than the addiction did. The next day guilt and wondering what I said or what I did or who I may have pissed off is gone and that for me is the reward I keep trying for. A lot of us addicts are very smart industrious people. For me it was a way to forget the idiots I had to deal with in my chosen career field.
Good afternoon from Cape Cod 🦈 congratulations on your sobriety, March 1st will be 20 years for myself. You certainly qualify to speak on sobriety and thank you for sharing your story Andy. God bless you and your family ✌️🇺🇲
Man I been sober since Sept 30 , 2023 this has been the hardest time of my life I am broken and struggling and I hate life every minute of everyday, but I am sober and that is the one thing inmy life that I can say I am doing right and it's just by not doing doing anything bad , funny how it took me 39 years to learn that simple thing but to me it just wasn't simple , I love your Chanel it helps me remember what's important thank you for sharing your story , it helped me so please continue being cool as a fan ! And I'll keep hanging in there like a loose tooth !
Congratulations Andy, it’s an achievement to be proud of, you’ve tamed a demon and moved forward. Im glad that you and Carlos have been able to put yourselves back together and moving forward. I wish you all the best and continued success with your sobriety.
This week I hit 27 years it's always a work in progress improving yourself and learning things you need to know and God gives us the answer we need not always what we want and as long as he gives us the breath to see the next sunrise he's given us another day to help someone and work on ourselves
Whilst I believe in the flying spaghetti Monster as 'god' I won't and can't hate because I believe something different.
You said the main thing, at the end of the day it's up to 'you' to be the change.
Love hearing your story dude. You're absolutely awesome buddy.
The power of God in our lives is amazing! Hope Carlos is doing well.
The good Lord has taught you well. You are right. You need to forgive yourself. You are blessed to have a wonderful family. Thank you for sharing your journey! 🙏🙏🙏
I applaud your dedication to keeping yourself sober and caring about your family. My family has many addicts and I have seen the damage that it can do. Thank you for sharing.
I was just sitting in mancey waiting on ym customer to meet me and saw you drive thru in the old square body Andy! Congratulations on the 5 years sober, huge milestone!
Congrats man you did what you needed to for your family and yourself
I’ve watched you from the beginning man. I appreciate your wiener jokes, but appreciate these videos more. I struggle with sobriety every day, it’s tough man. Watching this… already made my day. Thanks for your transparency and your support!!!
Thanks Andy! I found your videos in 2021 when I was just out of rehab and I’ve been following you ever since. 2 years 8 months sober.
Bless you my brother... you've come so far. Please keep traveling! We all love you!
Congrats, I got Sober in 2002 and my life and Marriage has never been stronger
Happy Birthday Andy! One day at a time 🙏✊
This is probably one of my favorite videos. Years ago, I swapped my "problem" with cooking and music. Ain't gonna get in depth about it but I'll just say, i can relate to how heavy it hits after the fact. Even though you're not that person anymore. But you didn't give up and that's what really matters. ❤
Do you know why we follow you, because you’re real. You tell it how it is, you have fun while doing it, you teach people about your knowledge even if you just looked it up and you come from nothing and now are building your empire. You are awesome dude and someone to honestly look up to. You’re awesome Andy and congrats on the 5 years.
I'm 6 years sober from meth an it feels good. So right on man I'm proud of u.
Congratulations one day at a time. Stand strong brother you got god and your family couldn't ask for anything better.
Congratulations...I hit five years last July... life changing
CONGRATULATIONS. Keep a clear head. The years will tic by. Next month will make 18 years for myself. Lots of reflecting to be done and has been done. Love your content and again, Congratulations. Btw, your coming clean video way back, I was teary with you, I felt it.
YOU ARE DOING GREAT My father in law was 40 years years sober and you can do that also. I like your videos.
Proud of you brother. You're a good man.
Congratulations on the 5 years sober! Thank you for sharing your story because I agree if it saves 1 person it's worth it.
May God bless you and your family
congrats!! the trudging never ends...and its not all bad. I discovered for me, the work is the best part. keep going you're doing awesome!
Proud of you Andy! Congratulations on this milestone, stay the course and my best to Carlos!
Congratulations andy. Keep it roll'in. Been clean for 27yrs now. Always good to hear positive recovery !😊
This video touched me. I will not forget this for my entire life. I am an addict as well. I have lost time with loved ones over it also. I understand. This video brings me to tears. I only smoke weed now and would like to quit that after 20 years. The real problem was with Xanax for 15 years. I feel now as if I was a zombie all those years.... I barely remember anything. Lost alot. I no longer use any prescription..... Anyways.... Love you brother. Stay strong
So proud of you. you are a miracle. I don’t care how you got there as long as you do, I’m coming up to 29 yrs and I have lost a son to addiction,talk about guilt I should have been able to help him. But my grandkids have never seen me drunk and my Intentions are never let them. I like your spirituality. Keep it up and they can’t get you.
Brother, we all have stories and hurdles. God Bless, and stay strong.
Congratulations on 5 years sobriety. It takes a lot of courage to post something as personal as this to the public. You will be in my prayers and I hope God continues to work in your life. Your post on You Tube have either been entertaining or informative, especially the advice about cooking a good steak and red potatoes at home for your spouse. Sometimes the little things can help bring you and your spouse together during rough times in a relationship. Thank you for that.
I am close to 9 months sober for the first time in 25 years and I just went through a divorce from the woman I still love. Your story is important to hear a it helps me. Thank you!
“You can’t go back and change how you started but you can start where you are and change the end”-C.S. Lewis
Thanks man. You deserve a lot of credit for putting yourself out there
Congratulations Andy! I and im sure all of us, are very proud of you! 🎉 its not easy getting sober, it can often be harder to stay sober. Good on you brother!
Andy, it takes alot to speak on these things. Keep speaking on it. Someone somewhere is listening and thats all that matters! Keep on pushing man!
Congratulations on 5 years of sobriety, it is not an easy thing to do, I only wish that I could forgive myself like you have, have a great day and enjoy your family, you deserve it.
Congratulations I hit 5yrs on the 18th of January. It's a different world but a better world.
There is nothing more manly than a man bearing his soul, especially when attempting to help the human experience, IMHO.
Meanwhile, is your family back together now? God, I hope it is because you are a good man for trying so hard to make it so.
Wise words, Andy. One day at a time, as they say.
We are on a spiritual journey in a physical world. These life experiences are lessons. You are blessed to have such a wonderful wife and children. They are also blessed to have this version of you. May the Good Lord bless you and your family. I hope that you wish me twice as much as I wish you 😊
Wow man! This IS one of my favorites! I have been going through the same after getting sober (3 years). Feeling and seeing what I missed out on with my wife and kids.
Your on a helluva journey my man. Good to see you doing well and reflecting on your past times. Keep fighting the good fight brother!
Last thing you were doin was preachin. Its something we all have delt with and know how hard it is to stay clean and sober, especially when your heart has been ripped out of your chest and the sad reality is you did it to yourself. I have been clean and sober since 2002. I had to move out of state because I knew to many people in my home state and always gravitated back to the dope. You just let all of us know that your human, but are able to learn and rise above it. Been there and I was lucky enough my wife waited for me to come to my senses, but as she said she wanted the man she narried not what I had become. Congratulations on your 5 years. It's a hell of an accomplishment for anyone who actually knows. And you have to forgive yourself and the only thing I myself haven't conquered yet, but the good lord willin it comes around, and if not I'll live with it the rest of my life until I see my wife again and hopefully Ill meet her at the pearly gates with other loved one.
dang son. that's a great accomplishment. Im proud of you.
You're an inspiration my brother. God loves us all.
Dude you are a better counselor than people that are paid to be one!
Good work Bud , I have 18 the urge to drink does subside but the thoughts are always there. Just keep the focus on what you want to be and you will. Good luck!
I quit when I was 37. I'm 68 and still have 2 fully functional brain cells left from then.😂 When I was 45, I got a great job that really changed my life. I'm retired now and having fun fixing stuff for free for friends and family. Thanks for the videos Andy.
Thank you for sharing! I am very encouraged ❤
You are a sincere person (that is rare), I see honesty within you; it is refreshing. Your wit and intelligence keep me coming back. None of us are getting ut of life alive, our children are all that matter. Keep focused on continuing to improve and do hat is right for your kids. Love you, Andy!
All things in life come to us in Gods Time !! Not ours.
To look back on your path in life you will see all the little things on that path that will make sense and those things were God making them in His Time Not Ours!!
You Are Good Person! Stay strong and Blessed And Give Praise to God !!
Thank you for sharing Andy! I have a very similar life story, and I too realized certain things weren't right with me. I have always believed in God and his son Jesus. I hit a really good low point and had to "sit some time" and I believe God puts opportunities in our path at the proper moment. While I was detained there was who just happened to click with me and actually had some very meaningful talks, about our faith, well the way he listened to what I had to say and then make sense of it to me and actually took me deeper into the waters, farther than I thought my feet could ever take me. I now have a better understanding of what my faith should be and how free and powerful it can make a person. You're doing good, Stay strong! I'm working in Hancock, Upper Michigan this week and maybe next week. I would be honored to meet you if you're in the area. If not I love ya and God bless ❤