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06-09-2009, 06:32 AM

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marty888

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Chaired a meeting

Hi,
I now have 43 days sober (my longest in 20+ years) and I know I only been able to achieve this through AA.
I walked into the rooms 7 weeks ago, half drunk to give me the courage to go.
I just so happy and proud that they asked me to chair tonight, 7 weeks ago I could not imagine myself anywhere near capable of doing that.
Anyway just wanted to share.

06-09-2009, 06:41 AM

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Believe808

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Good for you Marty. That's what its all about, giving back what we are so freely given.

06-09-2009, 06:49 AM

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grateful2b

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Marty, that is awesome!
chairing your first meeting is a big deal and you should be proud...way to go...

06-09-2009, 06:51 AM

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nelco

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Quote:

just so happy and proud that they asked me to chair tonight, 7 weeks ago I could not imagine myself anywhere near capable of doing that.

Well done. Amazing what we can achieve. It gets better still!!

06-09-2009, 06:55 AM

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Anna

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That's great progress, Marty!

06-09-2009, 06:59 AM

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Tazman53

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Congrats on chairing the meeting Marty, what type of meeting was it?

06-09-2009, 07:03 AM

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marty888

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Thanks taz was a ID meeting only about 10 there so everyone got the chance to share.

06-09-2009, 07:41 AM

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coffeenut

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Congrats, Marty!

06-09-2009, 07:45 AM

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Newcomers take note - chairing is good recovery, get involved.

06-09-2009, 07:47 AM

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marty888

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Thanks Tommy

06-09-2009, 08:01 AM

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CarolD

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Way to go......

06-09-2009, 08:33 AM

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Wolfchild

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Putting your gratitude into action feels pretty good, eh?
Awesome, stick with it! Bigger and better things ahead!

06-09-2009, 11:07 AM

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Charmie

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yey marty!!!! i chaired my first one the other week too,,its great to be of service eh mate?

06-09-2009, 02:11 PM

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Gypsy Feet

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get down with your sexy self!

06-09-2009, 03:28 PM

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Good for you!!!

06-09-2009, 03:45 PM

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littlebluedog

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That's amazing. I'm only on day 9, so you're an inspiration! :ghug3

06-09-2009, 04:50 PM

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Way to go, Marty!

06-09-2009, 07:09 PM

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CoF1984

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Great job on chairing! I remember the first meeting I chaired, was pretty nervous, still am when I do. But it's great you got up there and did it. Keep up the great work bro!

Wes

06-09-2009, 10:53 PM

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marty888

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Thanks all your kind comments, the crazy thing is I always thought I needed alcohol for my confidence, only through AA am I realizing I don't. I chaired the meeting without any nerves at all.

06-10-2009, 06:49 AM

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ClaretandBlue

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Quote:

Originally Posted by marty888

Thanks all your kind comments, the crazy thing is I always thought I needed alcohol for my confidence, only through AA am I realizing I don't. I chaired the meeting without any nerves at all.

These are the little benefits, aside from sobriety! I know I used to be a bit nervous speaking in public, but hitting a meeting everyday since Day 1 and making it a point to speak up (even if it is for just a minute) has helped tremendously. Nothing like sharing your feelings and doubts to a room full of people you've never met before to get you used to public speaking.

Congratulations on your sobriety, and thanks for your service work.