We went to the memorial service for my wife's sponsor yesterday afternoon. It was a beautiful spring afternoon. The large church was overflowing with people, with the majority being from AA.
It was the Episcopal service of my youth--hymns, prayers, readings. But the joyous part were the testimonials to T. Each person stressed how she had reached out and cast a wide net to help others. That no matter what time of day or night, she could be counted on to be there for those in need. And that her spirit was flowing through those she had helped and those who had helped her.
After the service, we went to the home of my wife's new sponsor. She sponsored T. and is another tough AA'er who believes in singleness of purpose and not a lot of BS when it comes to messing with the program. I enjoyed listening to them talk. I feel sure that my wife has found another strong person to guide her as she continues the journey. It is a beautiful program. And God has seen fit to put us right where we need to be.
You have such perspective. I need to do this. I need to be able to just find the glory, even in the dark.
ReplyDeleteLove can be found even in sorrow. That is something to continue to live for!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for continuing to share your experience, it's essential!
An AlAnon standing with his alcoholic as they honor another. Beautiful.
ReplyDeletewe would all be better off if we could cast a wide net like that.
ReplyDeleteYour wife is very fortunate to have such great sponsors Syd. T will continue to help AA's- just as those who have passed in my short time here in the program. I came in and connected with some awesome people who were are longer with us. I am truly blessed to have them in my life. They live on in our hearts and in our meetings. Many times their names are brought up in discussions pertaining to good times, long term sobriety and the love of our beautiful program.
ReplyDeleteYour support is wonderful.
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ReplyDeleteJust found your blog and I am touched by the deepth of your love and faith. Wish you all the best. Paula
ReplyDeleteBeautifully & lovingly expressed.
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