Hey Canguy!
It's nice to hear from you. I don't know about "forfeiting your place". I feel more like we embarked on a project together. And we should stick together through thick and thin.
Some of us have already tried sobriety before and others are starting their first attempt but despite that I think we all have a common aim. Relapses are common enough. Personally I'd really like it if you would still like to contribute here. There's no reason you can't be in another group too is there?