for 5 years now, 1825 days at a time . I turn my will and life over each and ever day and i get to stay free one day at a time.
Theres a little miracle though that happens when you work the steps, something special, I didnt work thoughs steps until about 1-1/2 years ago and thats when I began to grow a little more, thats when I began having a closer relationship with God and people and a closer one with myself.
So the old cliche goes, If i can do it anyone can has to be true, hopeless, powerless, lost child but one of God when I decided to be, so can you newcomers, so can you.
This line in the step one literature made me realize I had to be responsible for me and my illness this line as have many changed my life and the direction I was goin, and thats why the literature is so important to be read, read the book see if it applies to you anywhere....
"We are not responsible for our disease, but we are responsible for our recovery."
-- Edited by BigV on Tuesday 5th of July 2011 08:49:54 PM
Awesome my brother! Our goal is recovery through our 12 steps ,not mere abstinence.........oh so true eh matey!!! Thanks for message of hope and love...
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Our purpose is to remain clean,just for today,and to carry the message of recovery.
BigV, Hi, aint' that the truth. I'm sitting here trying to fig;ure out why I do the things I do. I am in the process of surrendering again and I know that I can't have anything in my house or life. But, I'm scared about failing, I guess. I have been in/out of recovery for over 20 years you would think that I would be able to control myself someday. Yea, I know I am beating myself up but I needsome help. I read your post and it hit home. I am resposible for my disease and that means I can't be responsible under the influence of drugs. Have a great day.
