AN INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHT

From my 1880s meditation book: "When we do our work in the great present...we are like to Him with whom there is no past or future...We walk without fear, full of hope and courage and strength to do His will, waiting for the endless good which He is always giving as fast as He can get us able to take it in." G. Mc Donald .....sent by 12 Step Jan
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Sunday, February 15, 2009

Losses in Life

My Mother-in-law passed away early this morning. She was 91 and lived a good long life. Dad, who never quite drinking, passed away five years ago. Even though there were many family issues relating to Alcoholism I am thankful that with Gods help we were able to let go of them. Our sobriety was never spoken of or accepted even after 30+ years. It just wasn't talked about. My husband with my support chose what kind of son he wanted to be and had that relationship with them. Somehow when you are proactive rather than reactive you are no longer a victim. We are thankful for the relatively good relationship we had with them over these many years and extremely thankful that we had the maturity that only the 12 Steps can give. This program is truly a program for living. It is always there for us to turn to in all our life challenges.
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verge 'n michael said...

Sandy, we will keep you and your husband in our prayers.It is amazing how loved ones often do not want to acknowledge the changes we make in sobriety, especially if they are still drinking. We become mirrors and they fear looking at themselves. If we are admitted alcoholics, what must they be? Repairing family relationships is an important part of healing. Be comforted by the thought that you did your part.

February 16, 2009 at 2:17 PM

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