A grateful alcoholic never has to take a drink. I appreciate your post, because without a higher power, without a good sponsor to guide me, I'm simply dry. My sponsor and my previous sponsor (she died from pancreatic cancer, sober and grateful to the end) both had/have a response to me whenever I would get a "good idea." It was "well, how's that working for you?" Not good without a higher power, not good without guidance. With 36 years of continuous sobriety, I am led by gratitude, guidance, and service.
I'm always happy to read examples of other people's journey on the road of happy destiny. It is truly the easier, softer way for us. But, even now, I need to take Step One every day.
A grateful alcoholic never has to take a drink. I appreciate your post, because without a higher power, without a good sponsor to guide me, I'm simply dry. My sponsor and my previous sponsor (she died from pancreatic cancer, sober and grateful to the end) both had/have a response to me whenever I would get a "good idea." It was "well, how's that working for you?" Not good without a higher power, not good without guidance. With 36 years of continuous sobriety, I am led by gratitude, guidance, and service.
Judith, I am so grateful for you, your continued sobriety, and your message of hope. Sponsorship works. God works. This program is a miracle.
I'm always happy to read examples of other people's journey on the road of happy destiny. It is truly the easier, softer way for us. But, even now, I need to take Step One every day.