Meeting Makers Make It

Meetings are places to recognize and celebrate those who have conquered addiction for one day, one year, or decades. Seeing others who have overcome their addiction can inspire you and provide proof that sobriety is possible. ~ Dean, Amy E. Morning Light: A Book of Meditations to Begin Your Day (Kindle Locations 4166-4168). Hazelden Publishing.

Thursday is Thanksgiving.
Family, food, relatives seldom seen,
perhaps bringing with them
resentment, jealousy, ancient issues.
Thursday is Thanksgiving.
Have you planned for abstinence?
Are you ready for the emotions
waiting to surge? What have you done
to prepare for an abstinent day?
Can you bring a dish you enjoy
and can eat thoughtfully?
Have you talked to your sponsor?
Can you step away and call a program friend
if the need arises? Don't get busy
and go deprived of meetings.
Is there one on Thursday that will meet?
There are Marathon telephone meetings,
online meetings, and face-to-face meetings
earlier in the week or on Thursday.
With good reason "they"say,
"Meeting makers make it.
Will you make a meeting this week?