In message <5883-3EF94703-467@storefull-2232.public.lawson.webtv.net>,
Snyland <SENyland@webtv.net> writes
>I am an alcoholic, my name is Scott.
> I had almost 5 years sober by working the 12 steps of A.A. I decided
>to drink again last Sept. and have been on and off again since that
>time. My sponsor had guided me through the steps, but I failed to keep
>working them in my everyday life. I cut back to 1 or 2 meetings a
>week. I never really tried hard enough to be a friend to anyone. I
>havent yet challenged my fears
>or relied on God to see me through them.
> Today is my first day sober, and I am hoping to use this group to give
>and receive some encouragement while I am at home doing, otherwise,
>nothing better.
> I look forward to meeting some of you.
>And to, possibly, having an extended recovery family. Have a good day.

I have found this group of great value maybe check out AA groups on
line as well - they are there 24/7.

I am sure that there are many things during those 5 years that you are
happy with, and some that you are not. Build on the former and learn
from the latter.

Welcome to the family. Like all families, there are a few bun fights -
just pull up a seat ;-)
--
Jonathan Bratt