[Sugah]

Hey, folks,

I rarely begin threads, but something came up today, and I sure could use some E, S & H from you all.

I was asked this morning to give an NA lead later this month. I've done them in the past, but not since NA more or less collapsed in my area and I stopped going to NA meetings on a regular basis. NA plays a big role in my story -- it was the NA Helpline I first called before heading off to detox, my first home group while I was still in rehab was an NA meeting, I helped start a group and served as its secretary for nearly a year, and I've read all the literature. But, for the past four and a half years, I've only been to a handful of NA meetings.

When I was contacted, I made this clear. I asked the caller if she was sure she wanted me, suggested that maybe someone else would carry a better NA message, and she assured me that the well was running dry as far as finding speakers.

So, I agreed to do it. I've been taught not to turn down a reasonable request. I will respect the program and identify only as an addict. What other suggestions might you all have for me?

Peace & Love,
Sugah