Paris Jackson is celebrating another chapter in her sobriety journey.
The only daughter of the late Michael Jackson marked five years sober from alcohol and heroin with a powerful message about what it means to her to feel all the ups and downs life has to offer.
“Hi, I’m PK and I’m an alcoholic and a heroin addict. Today marks 5 years clean & sober from all drugs and alcohol,” the 26-year-old wrote on Instagram Jan. 7. “To say that I’m thankful would be a poor euphemism. Gratitude hardly scratches the surface. It’s because I’m sober that I get to smile today. I get to make music. I get to experience the joy of loving my dogs and cat. I get to feel heartbreak in all its glory.”
“I get to grieve. I get to laugh. I get to dance. I get to trust,” Paris continued. “I feel the sun on my skin and it’s warm. I’ve found that life keeps happening regardless of whether I’m sober or not, but today I get to show up for it. Here’s a little snapshot of what has been possible because of my sobriety, and my god I can’t believe I almost missed it all. Thanks.”
