As I read and study these Twelve Traditions, I am reminded over and over again why we are here. This is all about alcoholism and getting sober. Nothing else. My primary need, to stay sober and never \ever drink again, with the help of all those in here like myself.
But, nevertheless it’s all based, not just the wisdom and practicality of our alcoholic founders, but on a spiritual way of life. Whatever that is for each and everyone of us. I can never forget what these Steps in here did for me. I mean, even though I had no idea of AA or alcoholism, I was given hope, which saved my life and had to pray to a Higher Power and surrender one hundred percent. I stopped drinking, and began to learn what it was I needed to do.
Wasn’t overnight. But it began for me in that Second Step, which opened the door for a spiritual life in here. Plus it helped me surrender again. I found a Higher Power and started to live a new way of life. And that began my journey through the rest of the Steps in here. Moreover it helped me to begin to live a new way of living. A new happiness, peace, faith, hope, and finally love.
I never ever want to forget this way of living. Staying sober just one day at a time. And to be grateful and willing to be helpful to others, as others were so helpful to me. I will continue I pray each and everyday. Grateful to my Higher Power for all I have been given. And then to look back at all those old timers, who reached out and helped me and say “Thank you”. And to all those, who currently are in my life. They may not care, but I do for each and everyone. Again, Thanks.