There was a newcomer there who reminded me of myself. He shared what could have been my story. After the meeting, the fellowship surrounded him, gave him phone numbers, and invited him to a restaurant where a group of us went. I really like to see newcomers surrounded with love. I believe that he already has a grasp of what the program has to offer. I hope that he keeps coming back.
Yesterday we slept in, and then we went to brunch at a nearby restaurant. It was nice to read the paper, have coffee, and take all the time we needed.
Later, we went for a walk on the beach. All of this makes me grateful for the many blessings that I have.
I know that without the program of recovery I would have spent my weekend filled with worry, obsessing over the alcoholic and feeling sorry for myself. I'm glad that I'm in a better place today. I hope that you are also in a good place today.
I am and am totally grateful for it.
ReplyDeleteGreat week end here.
ReplyDeletetoday is awesome. glad your weekend (and life) are full today.
ReplyDeleteI am in a really good place today. I try to take everything one day at a time and I am grateful one day at a time.
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing it is for you to live near the beach.
Actually, I live about 8 miles from the beach, but don't go there as often as I think I would enjoy. Why? I have no clue. Well, maybe it's because I don't do well with the extreme heat and the tropic sun in SW Florida.
When I do go, I like early morning or evening.
PG
your weekend sounds just right! may your week be the same...
ReplyDeleteI am where God wants me to be. And it feels just right.
ReplyDeleteThis scenario is so different from what I experienced in Al-Anon. I was not that far removed from the deep south, living in the "north" in a large city known for its transient nature. I used to think I was so guarded that I couldn't find a meeting that felt right for me. But now I realize I was pulling a self-blame thing. Plus, even in the meetings where everyone seemed to know each other, they probably didn't. Or maybe they did but did not want to put the energy into a newcomer if that person wasn't going to come back. Since no doubt it happened so often.
ReplyDeleteIt's an interesting perspective, "seeing" Al-Anon in such a different way.
Nice to be where we're supposed to be when we're supposed to be there. I'm glad for both of us...
ReplyDeleteBlessings and aloha...
I am in a hungover place today, Syd, but it's not a bad place.
ReplyDeleteSending love,
SB
I had a relapse today. I am not ready to make amends yet, but when I get uncomfortable enough, I will. I am grateful for the newcomers that remind me why I keep coming back. thanks!
ReplyDeleteNamaste