AA is a better, safer boat...

I recall the hopelessness I felt when I was drinking. It stays fresh in my mind. To me, that's very important. Remembering the neighborhood is critical in my process of staying sober and growing. When drinking, I would often see myself as being in a row boat in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. I would say between drinks, "My boat is so small, and the sea is too big." What AA has done for me is give me a much bigger boat. A boat that is safer for me. The boat in the picture taken the 23rd of last month, is a meeting, and my sponsor, and my friends in the fellowship of AA. The life ring is an extra meeting and helping others. I thank my Creator for blessing me with a bigger, more sea worthy craft. Today I have much to be grateful for:

• Alcoholics Anonymous.


• 12 Steps that help me grow.


• A sponsor I love.


• A sponsor that pisses me off sometimes.


• The belief that my Creator does indeed love me.


• My alcoholic, who has restored my belief in love and commitment, no matter what.


• My alcoholic, who has taught me that it is more important to give, instead of getting.


• My family who has always loved me, despite what shame I have brought to them.


• Skilled surgeons who continue to do repairs on me.


• Responsibilities, and bills to pay.


• A nice place to live.


• Food and water.


• A big Goldfish, a dog and cats to care for.


• Being alive, when I should be dead.

God bless you all. Have a fine weekend. Love, AB.