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Kimberly Kearns
A Sober and Strong Mom:
Exploring Life Without Alcohol
A Mother's Journey
"It's all meant to bring you home, to remind you who you are, how to love, and how to never leave again."
- Laura McKowen
A Sober and Strong Mom blog serves as a healthy vessel of discovery.
To return home. To find freedom. To reclaim joy.
Join me in navigating motherhood, parenting and marriage.
Walk along beside me as I wander this beautiful, newly discovered sober life.
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Kim
- Dec 27, 2022
- 2 min
Post holiday blues
I remember every year at about this time, feeling incredibly low, when alcohol was still a part of my life. After Christmas was over and...
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Kim
- Nov 24, 2022
- 3 min
I did something...
So I did it. I did something bold. I did something huge. I did something that many others would never, ever do. I told the world some of...
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Kim
- Nov 22, 2022
- 2 min
Connecting with others across the world
I love hearing from so many people who have read my book. It lifts me up daily to hear how well women are relating to all aspects of my...
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Kim
- Nov 13, 2022
- 4 min
Telling your truth
It has been almost two weeks since my book has been out in the world. I had a launch party with some wonderful, supportive and loving...
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Kim
- Nov 3, 2022
- 4 min
"Searingly honest memoir..." and more reviews
I have received so many wonderfully positive reviews so far. Please let me know what you think and post on Amazon or Goodreads! Thank you...
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Kim
- Nov 1, 2022
- 4 min
Today is the day!!!
I concede to the fact that I am powerless over the thoughts and actions of others. The truth will set you free. I am not responsible for...
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Kim
- Oct 30, 2022
- 1 min
The Semi-Naked Dance
An Excerpt from On the Edge of Shattered, by Kimberly Kearns The Semi-Naked Dance (2000): Eighteen Years Old Blacking out was a regular...
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Kim
- Oct 23, 2022
- 2 min
The vulnerable pieces of my book
I originally started out by writing this book as a way of processing all sorts of things that happened to me. But I decided to publish...
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Kim
- Aug 31, 2022
- 2 min
We don't need to seek approval from others
I am feeling excited for a few different reasons. First and foremost, the kids are back in school. I hate to say it like that, but it's...
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Kim
- Jun 23, 2022
- 3 min
I have some exciting news!!
I want everyone to know that may not already be aware - I have written a memoir! I am excited to say that my first book is in the works...
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Kim
- Dec 27, 2021
- 3 min
When Your Husband Drinks From the OJ Container
Glennon Doyle describes facing your hard feelings in a way that I can relate to really well. She talks about her feelings being like...
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Kim
- Dec 20, 2021
- 4 min
How to Get or Stay Sober, Especially During the Holidays
I have had this question asked of me quite a bit recently, so I felt it was important to address the topic since it is Christmas in a few...
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Kim
- Feb 1, 2021
- 3 min
This Naked Mind
I am confident and feeling strong in my recovery, but things are still not easy. I finished "This Naked Mind" which was eye opening and...
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Kim
- Jan 26, 2021
- 3 min
Setbacks
During my TLC newcomer meeting this morning, some of the ladies shared about the inner addict telling them they can drink again. Now that...
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Kim
- Jan 12, 2021
- 4 min
Managing it all... 1/12/21
I know that it is normal to have a range of emotions on a daily basis. It is also normal for those emotions to flip flop back and forth...
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Kim
- Jan 3, 2021
- 3 min
Wine Witch... 1/3/21
In general, I have been doing well lately and feeling great about my sobriety. Feeling happy about the steps I am taking, talking to...
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Kim
- Dec 18, 2020
- 3 min
Secrets and blackouts... December 18, 2020
My mind seems to be brimming with ideas everyday and going in lots of different directions. I don't know the point of this post, except...
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Kim
- Dec 17, 2020
- 4 min
No regrets, keeping the focus, still less than 30 days... December 17, 2020
"When was the last time you woke up and wished you'd had just one more drink the night before? I have never regretted not drinking. Say...
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Kim
- Dec 9, 2020
- 2 min
Unexpected joy... December 9, 2020
One of the many books that I am reading right now has me thinking again about that addict's voice inside my head. It has been quieter...
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