I too spent 28 days in a rehab stay with a
6 week aftercare outpatiant program attached
when I entered recovery back in 8-11-90. That
is some 20 something yrs of many one days at a
time sober added together to get me where I
am today.
I have heard from many thru out the yrs. who
began sober and returned out to test the waters,
to only return to the rooms of AA and share that
alcohol or drugs hasnt changed and is still kicking
azz big time.
Each time I heard those words, i remind myself
but for the grace of my HP that could be me if I
rest on my own will. My way never worked and
with a program of recovery based on steps and
principles as well as the knowledge and tools handed
to me in rehab I wouldnt be sober today but rather
drunk, crazy or dead.
As sad as it is to know that they are still into their
addiction, for me it is them going out for me so I
can stay sober. It is them who reminds me of how
aweful life is when under the influence of a controlled
deadly substance whether it be drugs or alcohol.