lilac

Our local branch (here in lexington) is open from noon to 2pm each sat. (among other days). They passed around a volunteer sheet several weeks ago in my al-anon meeting to just be at the office so it could be open.

I really enjoyed the fellowship with those that came in today, along with the al-anon leader that was there also.

What is it they say? Recovery by Serving?

My Ah made the comment something like"well tell them I would be there to work with you, but I am gonna stay home and have a beer......" He makes me sicker of him everyday.

gettingbetter

Pat yourself on the back,it's too often we are hard on ourselves and our feeling of usefulness. Service brings back our self worth. I pray your AH will eventually see your example to a better way of living.

Rossie21

Be proud of yourself girl. I'm proud of you, you've found something that makes you feel good and useful, don't let him destroy that. Hopefully I pray one day he sees the light also

mazey

Lilac, hang in there.....you will sort this out for YOU. You will know what you should do. Take your time.

Dolorosa

Wow, good for you!

Ugh, so typical. Sounds like something my XAH would say.

lilac

thanks, everyone. I am trying to sort all of this out for myself. I just feel like I am sooooo slow at it.

elizabeth1979

Hey lilac, Keep on keepin on.
You know your recovery is about you

As for him and his beer...that sort of trite comment he made is always a pain in th arse to listen to. BTDT. You are doing well

parentrecovers

i've been thinking about doing this, so thanks for your post - you have encouraged me! k

Astro

I'm so proud of you, lilac! Thank you so much for being of service in recovery.
We have to "give it away to keep it", and being giving of ourselves with service work can be very fulfilling.

Pattilipp

This is great!! Be proud and stand tall for your contribution. Your recovery is shinning.