There’s nothing about time that we don’t know. Time takes time. It’s so true. We live one day at a time. Nothing more. So my learning in here took time. My practice took time. And I was taught patience. I had to be patient.
All of this is where the spiritual life so greatly helped me. I was able to lean back on my Higher Power and put this program into such a slow growth in here, without giving up. I also was given help from my sponsor and his wife, along with so many others, who were willing to help me. And the truth was that I was able to stay sober a day at a time, growing in peace and happiness.
I’ve gotten rid of so much of my past and this disease, it is simply amazing. Compassion, love, and friendships have become part of my life. And, despite the fact I am not a saint, but a definite human being, I have learned how to pick myself up and turn back to my Higher Power, when I trip and stumble and tumble and fall. I have learned how to step back and clean myself off, and seek the love and the help I need in here. But, especially, not to take a drink of alcohol.
My primary purpose is my staying sober a day at a time. But also I have to be able to help others, seeking sobriety, to get sober. Not always successful, but I have to be able to keep on trying. And there are different ways we all can help. Some by sharing, some by prayer, and all by being open to our concept of a power greater than ourselves. And, of course, the wisdom and help of others like ourselves.
I have to remember to be grateful to my Higher Power for all the grace and gifts he has given to me. And, of course, to all those who have given, and continue to give me the help I need. Thanks.