Writings of Recovery

Today, in meeting, we read about creating a corral. Inside the corral, we place our substance(s) and/or behavior(s) we need to abstain from, and live life outside the corral.

I am aware of the gate that is on my corral. I know how easy it is for me to swing wide open that gate.

So, FOR TODAY, I have hired some studly cowboys to guard the gate. Their names are ABSTINENCE, MEETINGS, SPONSORSHIP, TELEPHONE, LITERATURE, SERVICE, WRITING, ACTION PLAN, and ANONYMITY. They are collectively known as the Tools of Recovery.

These cowboys are happy to guard my gate under one condition. I have to put them to work! They aren’t ok sitting on the porch. They need to be put into action.

So, giddyup, boys! We ride at dawn!!!