One of the most amazing things we have gone through in here is our spending time with the sick and the fatally ill. For a long time myself and a few friends did just this. It was what we learned in here. To put our cares aside and take care of the needs of the very ill. I know this, because in a phone call out of this area I spoke to one of the people, who knew all about this and was often right there.
I learned this from my old sponsor and his widow back then. We were able to put our spirits out with others, who needed the care. We literally took what we learned in this program, staying sober, and went a little further. We were filled with faith, hope, love, and compassion.
Even when I moved back to this area, I still did this for a while. I know I had to do this as long as I could. And then I stepped back and, even though I continued in a sense, I spent more time talking to new people and doing what I could for them. And over time I know it did take part in their finally getting sober and staying sober.
I just did what I had to. To stay sober a day at a time. I already had the knowledge that we are not saints, and just human alcoholics. I learned a long time ago that no matter what our thinking is about being spiritual, our minds often wander off and we stumble, and tumble, and bumble. I also learned that the minute I was aware of this I had to pick myself up, ask my Higher Power for help, and, if possible, some of those around me, who have helped me and vice versa.
Anyway, I am grateful to my Higher Power, this program, and all those who have helped me along the way. I need to say “thanks” and continue on, going to meetings, and staying sober a day at a time.