My wife and kids took me out for dinner last night for my 51 st natural birthday. I remember like it was yesterday when I had just turned 28 and made my 1st AA meeting. Those fine people asked me to stick around and I did because I wanted to. They gave me a program with 12 simple steps and asked me if I would like to attempt them earnestly, in the order that they written. I agreed just for today. Little by little and despite myself I was amazed to find myself not drinking alcohol. Despite how much we nearly destroyed it, we got better and better as a family. Does that mean we are on safe ground? The answer is yes, if we maintain fit spiritual condition- Steps 10; 11& 12 ensure this. My experience has taught me that if I follow people I will get drunk and die, but if I follow the program as suggested I will live a very productive life.
Happy Birthday Gonee...You're still a baby in regards to my history. Good that you're sober to enjoy more time and to use it to help others. (((hugs)))
