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HotCzech
HotCzech

I mentioned a week or so ago that I was laid off.  Now I know why...


For the last several months, I have started attending AA meetings again.  I have felt the urge to sponsor again, but haven't been able to make the necessary committment because of my busy, stressful job.


Last night I went to my regular Friday night meeting.  We had a newcomer.  When I shared ESH, I felt her eyes riveted on me.  After the meeting, I introduced myself and gave her my number.  She texted me this morning, asking if I would meet her at a meeting.  I did, we talked and attended another meeting together.  We will talk again tomorrow.


I believe I lost my job so I would be available to help another alcoholic achieve sobriety.






finallyawakenow
finallyawakenow
That’s really wonderful! From what I’ve heard of you over the years I knew that you tell it like it is. She’s lucky to have someone who will be honest with her as I think this is the key to a successful recovery.
itsabouttime
itsabouttime
Love this!
Shiney
Shiney
yep, everything happens for a reason, that's for sure !
1is2many
1is2many
Good news
FredrickShurmers
FredrickShurmers
I believe you did too and only a few people can really believe that to be completely awesome and a hugely underrated blessing. So glad to hear that.
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