When Love is not enough

Last night was a very special evening in the continual evolution and growth of Alcoholics Anonymous.

The adjectives that roll off my tongue-Incredible,overwhelming,heartwrenching,inspiring,historical,life-changing,intriguing,G-d filled,thought-provoking,emotional,tearful and joyous!!

There would have been many more words,if my college career hadn't been cut short by the use and abuse of alcohol and drugs.The emotions that I felt last night while watching the Lois Wilson story were all over the map.

As a member in good standing of AA for over 3 decades of continuous sobriety,i found myself left speechless,tearful and full of gratitude at the conslusion of the Hallmark presentation.

Having studied the history of AA since my arrival at the doors in Feb 1980,the movie captured and conveyed 'The Miracle' that began on June 10,1935.

Lois's portrayal of the disappointed,selfless spouse,without whom there possibly would not have been an AA,was superb.
The millions upon millions of people that have received the gift of recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous and the other hundred plus twelve step programs borrowed from AA,owe an immense debt of gratitude to Lois, Bill and the oft-forgotten Ebby..

As a personal friend of Bob Lindsay,President of the National Council,all I can say is ATTA Boy!!

I was grateful that I wa home alone watching the movie,because at various parts,I found myself crying like a baby-My sponsor always told me the pains of drinking would be replaced by the tears of joy in sobriety.This movie exemplified and brought to light the miracle in which I consider myself to be a grateful and blessed member.

As in the movie's ending-All I can say is may no person seeking recovery not find the hand of AA waiting when they reach their jumping off place-

Thank you once again for saving my life