It is such a joy, to see the young people, that have shared on this board, come into AA and grasp a new way of life...
I was 29 when I went to my first AA meeting, and wasnt ready to give up...
It took another 8 years of hell, before surrendering..
Ive been in AA for quite a number of days....and as each day goes by....I remember....and I learn continuously, from each and every one of you...
This program works for those that want it....
Living sober is not a bed of roses...
There are always thorns and weeds that have to be dealt with..and life has to be dealt with on lifes terms....which sometimes, is difficult...
However...
Wih the 12 steps..and tools that are put in front of us...there is always a light at the end of every tunnel..
And the real Biggy?
We are never alone...We have a common bond..and it is shown with the love, compassion...and caring and sharing...we give to each other...
--------------- Grant us the serenity To accept the things we cannot change The courage to change the things we can And the wisdom to know the difference ---------
Keep On Truckin!!
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"LOVE" devoid of self-gratification, is in essence, the will, to the greatest good...of another.
..."living sober is not a bed of roses..." Neither is living under the influence! I mean, look at all the things that can happen to you for being drunk/high in public. All the legal ramifications. Now THAT is a nightmare. I do believe that I have come to LOVE life on life's terms...no matter what. It's all a big, never-ending joy, even when it doesn't seem to be. The tough times are just lessons... if you can look at them objectively and wonder (and figure out) what you are learning from them. With nearly a year of sobriety now and still considering myself a newbie with all the others, I can say that I would not have it any other way. This is only my perspective/opinion.
Thanks for the post(s) my friend...Tim
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"We posess the eyes through which the universe gazes with wonder upon its own majesty."
Yes Phil, it IS a JOY. In the years that I've been here I don't recall as many newcomers as has been in the past few mos. Though the main and common thread that has brought us to be bond has been alcoholism and the misery it has caused in our individual lives, it is without a doubt that the newcomer is an asset in his/her own right. A lawyer, a farmer, a nursing student, male and female, ect. ect........such a diverse group. Each of their inputs as important as the other. What inspirations! May the knowledge they gain keep them on the road of sobriety, may all other aspects of their lives be richer and blessed for doing so and may their example lead others. Keep it up guys and gals. You are doing great! Hugs, Wanda
Tim, Almost a year sober. That is wonderful! And yes, when life doesn't seem so great.... there is always something in that moment/timeframe that can be appreciated! Way to go my friend. Wanda
