Christmas Past: Tammy Valentine's Joyful and Challenging Memories
Teach a girl how to bait a hook and she can feed her family for the rest of her life.
Tammy Valentine invites listeners to join her as she strolls down memory lane, recounting Christmases spent with her dad. Imagine cutting down a Christmas tree and adorning it with fish eyeballs - yes, you read that right! These quirky family traditions paint a vivid picture of Tammy's unique holiday experiences. But it's not all nostalgia and laughter. Tammy opens up about the hurdles she faces in her sobriety journey, particularly dealing with Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS).
Her candid reflections on PAWS provide valuable insights for anyone navigating the choppy waters of addiction recovery. She also shares life lessons learned from fishing trips with her dad, emphasizing the importance of hard work and perseverance. Wrapping up the episode, Tammy delivers a heartfelt message on how family traditions, no matter how unusual, can strengthen bonds and create lasting memories. This episode is a delightful blend of humor, honesty, and inspiration that will leave you both entertained and enlightened.