I'm Don L., an alcoholic.

The Daily Thought is a part of my morning meditation. It sets the tone for my day. When I came to AA over 19 years ago, I was beat. I was sick and tired of being sick and tired. I had very little hope. I felt this was the last house on the block for me. When I heard the speaker at my first meeting, I realized that I was an alcoholic also. Most importantly, I laughed for the first time in a long time. I surrendered. When I heard someone say, "I can't but we can," I discovered I was a part of something more powerful than myself and I became willing to go to any length to get it. I followed the suggestions and found a sponsor who got me involved in the program. I joined a home group, made coffee, cleaned ashtrays and greeted members as they came into the meeting. An amazing thing happened. I got sober! By the grace of God and by following the suggestions of the AA program, I celebrated 19 years last January 19. Let go and let God. With gratitude, Don L.