The thing with meetings is that if you become dependant on them they are basically promoting the future use of alcohol.
You have a big plan, but it is contingent on meetings. What happens when there's no meeting?
That being said I still enjoy the support of the forums and use it to stay grounded and focused. I recognize the av in this but am able to reconcile this weakness in my own recovery...at least for now.
I don't think there is anything wrong with an informal chat at a regular time to discuss the ins and outs of AVRT.