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Dave Harm


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I fell away from AA for a few years, though I remained sober my life was slowly getting back to the insanity of active addiction.  I saw the red flags and am so grateful that I began going back to meetings instead of a bottle.

Things are slowly returning to a "comfort zone," that brings peace and serenity.  I was close to losing it all, but my Higher Power stayed with me and guided me back to the tables  and for that I'll be forever grateful.

Today, I'd like to share with you my birthday! 14 years - a true miracle and a precious gift.

Below is a poem I wrote, that I will read tonight at my meeting.


An Attitude of Gratitude

my soul was touched
by tears of pain
a lost little child
unable to find my way
begging... praying
for just one more chance

failed so many times
would understand
if He said no
but it was my last chance
my last hope
for freedom from addiction

on my knees... I got stronger
I felt His warmth
and His presence...
a new journey was unfolding
with an unknown destination
but... I'd follow

for awhile I was scared
though I never doubted
or questioned... His wisdom
today I'm grateful
that He was with me yesterday
and will be with me tomorrow

 

 

14 years ago I was ready to end it all.  I can't truly express the gratitude I have for being given a second chance.  If you'd like to read the last 72 hours of my insanity, please click here



-- Edited by Dave Harm at 11:29, 2008-08-30

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Congratulations Dave, here is to 14 more one day at a time.



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hey Dave welcome back. I've done it. Got so caught up in life... You can tell when the anger and frustration level (and the number of personal conflicts) increase. I've even found it hard getting back into meetings. There's nothing like a home group and some old AA friends smile.gif

-- Edited by StPeteDean at 10:19, 2008-08-31

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Congratulation on 14 years Dave! 

I'm glad you didn't pick up a drink during the time you were away from the rooms of AA. 

I have had simular experiences, once when I was working on a book, and being homebound from illness.  I am always SO glad to get back into meetings! 

Anyway, congrats!

Love & Hugs,
Stephanie

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Congrats on your 14 years, Dave & living to share all your creative gifts on recovery in recovery with us. I'm grateful to be trudging that happy path of destiny with you too. Never alone again~ 1Day@aTime ~ Daniella x

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