The material presented
here is not Al-Anon Conference Approved Literature. It is a method
to exchange
information, ideas, feelings, problems and solutions on a personal
level.
I'm really feeling bad tonight. A sponsee of 7 years that I truly got to know, befriend and cherish died about 2 weeks ago, after a really short bout with cancer. He died clean and sober.
He was a true friend in recovery. We worked steps together, did 12 Step calls together, went to AA and NA social events together, laughed and cried together over the years.
He is such a special person to me that I wanted to share a bit of him with you.
Watch the two videos I produced of him and showed at his memorial service. I also gave copies of these videos to his family members.
We had rented 100 seats for the service on on the beach, and to let you know his impact on the recovery community here,... over 150 people had to stand at the memorial service.
He was a state licensed locksmith, father to 3 great kids, home owner, guitar player and vocalist, motorcyclist, bi-polar.... but to me... he was a brother, a friend... someone I will miss dearly.
<p> <br>
__________________
" And what did we gain? A new life, with purpose, meaning and constant progress, and all the contentment and fulfillment that comes from such growth."
John - So sorry to hear of your loss. What a wonderful tribute to your friend. Sounds like he was a truly special person and that he had quite an impact on a lot of lives. I know you'll miss him - but how blessed you were to know him. Take care. Ellen
What a beautiful tribute to your friend. You were both graced by each other's friendship. May the memories be of comfort to you. My deepest sympathies to you and to his family and friends. Much love and blessings to you all. I will say an extra prayer for all of you.
In sympathy, Karilynn
__________________
It's your life. Take no prisoners. You will have it your way.
I am sorry that your friend is gone from this earth John. I know you will always cherish your memories of him, and will always be glad he came into your life. Your family and his are in my thoughts.
Diva
__________________
"Speak your truth quietly and clearly..." Desiderata
I just wanted you to know that I am almost 100% certain that your friend was my husband's sponsor. He took him in when he had nowhere else to go and let him live with him for a short time. I spoke with him on the phone numerous times and he really helped me to come to accept that I needed to get on with my life and that my husband had a lot of growing up to do. I never met Greg, but from the fact that he was a locksmith, and the description my husband gave of him I am pretty certain it was him. I just wanted to say what a small world, and let you know he had an impact on my husband and I as well. I'm so sorry for your loss, he looks like he was so full of life.
John, so sorry for the loss of your friend. You are truly blessed to have had so many wonderful years with someone like him.
__________________
~Jen~
"When you come to the edge of all you know you must believe in one of two things... there will be earth on which to stand or you will be given wings." ~Unknown
what a wonderful blessing for the two of you to of found each other in this life. friendship is so precious. you are truly blessed(((john.))) you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. please dont forget to keep taking care of you. you know this is what he would want for you too. be happy and enjoy your life. so good to know we all have each other for strength and support. friendship like this is immeasurable. HP / God Bless Us, Every One.
