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 just felt compelled to extend my thankfulness to all whom have been a part of this board in one way or the other, whether it be in a service position or simply as a contributing member.
When I stumbled upon it 7 years ago, my life seemed to be very chaotic and i was feeling hopeless and overwhelmed dealing with an addicted daughter.
So many people, some deceased, some deleted , some still present helped me through the worst time of my life.
. Some people were very direct, some were loving and kind, some simply acknowledged my pain and let me know I was not alone. Every single response helped me to move forward. That is the beautiful thing about the Al-anon principles , is that it is done in your own time, and you are welcomed and cared for until you are ready.
All strangers whom I will never meet yet know more about my struggles then most people close to me.
The board has had its struggles on occasion yet it has continued to thrive and remain a very positive place for people to come for guidance. That I believe is a miracle in itself, one that I am very happy to have been a small part of.
-- Edited by serenity47 on Wednesday 11th of August 2021 05:21:04 PM
Hi Serenity47, was so lovely to read your sharing, and I totally agree with you in everything you said. With what and how Al-Anon and all the people that have been in my life since I was given it, so many, many years ago, I can also say Thank You. For I know that I can never ever give back to Al-Anon for what it has given me. It saved my life, my sanity, and I found a different God that I came in with. It, and the many Al-Anon friends that I became close to brought me through some very dark patches in my life, and still is.
When I found this Program, was an extra bonus, as I identified with being a Lone Member for a long time. It has allowed me to take my program to another level. I now longer feel alone, also, I found a Family, so different that the one I grew up with.
Serenity and Wendy, your shares are so heartwarming. I feel the same way about Al-Anon. I have been thinking lately about gratitude, and you both expressed it so perfectly. Thank you!
Serenity your share reminded me of finding MIp a decade ago. Strung out, rock bottom, remembering the 12 step program of recovery. On my bed, door shut, laptop open. I began my return to me. Thank you for sharing. (((Serenity)))
Add me to the list of grateful members of recovery! When I ponder my journey and MIP as part of it, I am often reminded of that quote, "It takes a village to raise a child." I feel that way about MIP - it takes a village to keep the miracles flowing.
Love and light to all! Thank you for starting the discussion!
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Practice the PAUSE...Pause before judging. Pause before assuming. Pause before accusing. Pause whenever you are about to react harshly and you will avoid doing and saying things you will later regret. ~~~~ Lori Deschene
