This morning I went to an AA meeting, my first in-person meeting in some time. I hadn’t planned on going; truly, it must have been a Divine nudge. And if it’s one thing I’ve learned in recovery, it’s to pay attention to those inner prompts and most importantly, to act. The thought came. I checked the online schedule and saw there was a 9:00 meeting. There was plenty of time to get ready and drive into town. In other words, there was no excuse for not going.
Going to an AA meeting someplace new is always an adventure. Every clubhouse is different superficially, but it’s what’s on the inside that counts, and that’s constant. There, one is unconditionally accepted; so much so that one feels ‘at home.’ And indeed, it is so. I knew I wouldn’t know a single soul by name, but I knew them just the same. Such is the joy of AA fellowship.
My prayer each morning is for my ‘self’ to be removed so that I can do the next right thing (aka, “God’s will). This morning it led me to an AA meeting. Turns out, it was right where I was supposed to be.
Your eyes will see strange sights, and your mind will imagine confusing things. ~Proverbs 23:33
