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first post; first meeting
Posted On 01/18/2009 00:22:08 by elaine

Tonight i went to my first meeting.  I walked in crying my eyes out and left laughing my heart out.  Everyone there was positive, optimistic, and filled with laughter.  The group was so encouraging; i can't wait to go back tomorrow to be sober for another day. 
I never felt proud of myself until tonight when i began working the first step.  For so long i had wrought myself in denial, and going to a meeting to tell someone that i am powerless over alcohol has been a most liberating experience.  I've spent most of the evening meditating on that first step, one day chip in hand, learning that i am not alone in this struggle, nor should i struggle alone.
Right now i am not drinking, and i am grateful for every second.  In all, this has been a very good day.

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From: Godluvsall
01/18/2009 12:53:55

I remember my first time, it took 3 meetings to get it into my skull that I lost.  I came home to my mom (who was caring for me) and I was crying and I looked at my mom and said, "There is Hope!"

It's an amazing first experience and I'm so happy you have found it!
Hugs, Tina



From: critical
01/18/2009 11:58:57

Very happy for you and it does work if you work it!Have a good day.

Peace,Donovan



From: KeithB
01/18/2009 10:34:14

Welcome, and if you hang around and listen to the "WE" in step 1 and all the steps, it keeps on getting better! Lots of support here on MRS to add to your "real" life circle!

luv



From: DennisS
01/18/2009 08:04:22

Welcome home...
Dennis



From: Nia
01/18/2009 07:34:49

Welcome and "keep coming"!    Nia



From: DisgruntledGurl
01/18/2009 04:06:30

You are not alone...and that you found a place of belonging and understanding. Congrats on your new-found self discovery, and I hope that what you found there at the meeting something you want for yourself more than anything! Today has been day one in a series of miracles.

Recovery rocks, and so do you!



From: Bob777
01/18/2009 03:24:54

Hey Elaine,

Congratulations! There is a message and a promise, the message is hope, and the promise is freedom. Best wishes, Bob777



From: Alej
01/18/2009 03:16:48

Congratulations Elaine, every step has a unique piece of the puzzle, and a hidden treasure, awesome that you tasted the great flavors of recovery. Happy for you!



From: flowerchildofjc
01/18/2009 00:42:09

That is so awesome Elaine!! I'm thilled for you I didn't cry in my very first meeting, and I also didn't admit to being an alcoholic in my first meeting. But after a few meetings where I was only saying "I'm Jessie", I finally broke down and said "I'm Jessie, and I'm an alcoholic" and I burst into tears. What a relief! you go sister!
God Bless
-Jessie





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