I was leaving my office today when a customer stopped me and asked me if I had a minute. This wasn't just any customer, this was a lady from my past-someone I have seen in the store on many occasions. I didn't think she knew or should I say remembered me. We met in 1992 when we were both in treatment for alcoholism (my very first stab at recovery). I have seen her shopping in my store numerous times and I assumed she just didn't remember me. Well come to find out she does. We sat down and she asked me if I remember her. I told her of course I do. She asked me how I was doing. I told her I was doing fine. She asked me again-"You know what I mean, HOW are you doing, with - well - you know what I mean." I knew what she meant. Was I still sober. I told her I was doing good with almost 4 years clean. She told me she has never stopped using. Sigh. I always saw her and assumed she was doing alright and did not want to approach her for anonymity reasons and I was after all always at work when I saw her. I gave her my phone number and told her to use it anytime. She gave me a BIG hug right there in the middle of the hustle and bustle of our busy store. She absolutely made my day. I feel best when I am helping another sick alcoholic and I think that God put her back in my life for a reason. Maybe some time working with her and not thinking about POOR ME is just what I need. That AND a piece of ass. Or am I asking too much here?
You all have a good night, and thanks for your kind words after my last whiny post. Queen....OUT
9 comments:
When the sponsor is ready a sponsee will appear ;)
I think you are absolutely right. She was there so that you can focus on something else now other than getting that piece of A**! Ha,ha! Seriously though, that's awesome. I am glad she reached out to you. That is often so hard to do. Have a wonderful Tuesday.
Good for you Queen. Helping others helps each of us. Thankfully, God put her and you together.
I think it's funny that you asked for a piece of ass and God sent you another alcoholic. No, that's not funny, that's hilarious! God has such a great sense of humor!
My cheeks hurt from laughing at the " POA " comments.
I do blieve you have a special gift to help others. It's genuine and sincere all from your heart. You really are a very special person and I love you. Love you because you are such a good person.
We're the same way. Whenever I get into those poor me modes, inevitably I find someone who needs my help. Not only is life affirming, it brings me back down to size. (Hugs)Indigo
Great story. Now about the POA?
Everything for a reason, what an awesome post.
I'm not a bit surprised that she would ask you for help.
It's funny how things work like that. I answered the AA hotline one day, and a man said "Oh! Sorry, I was trying to reach an insurance company."
About three minutes later, he called back and said "I just called you a few minutes ago by dialing wrong. But, you know, I think I need to talk to you..."
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