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To Accept the things I cannot Change (Acrostic/Serenity Prayer Series)

(T)rying so hard to live life on life's terms.
(O)ne day at a time, sometimes one minute at a time.

(A)lways keeping in mind that God is in charge now.
(C)onciously seeking a spiritual path through life.
(C)onsidering options and consequences now before I act.

(E)ntirely ready to let God lead me in the direction I need to go.

(P)atiently waiting for the signs to follow along this path I take.

(T)otally committed to a lifestyle which is foreign to me.

 

(T)rusting that I can and will do the right thing.

(H)elping others when I can,asking for nothing in return.

(E)njoying giving back to the world when for so long I only took.

 

(T)aking what is placed before me and working through it.

(H)olding my head up high now that I have no fear of the future.

(I)nstinctively knowing how to handle situations I would have drank over.

(N)ever doubting that God's will is working in my life.

(G)rateful to be sober one day at a time.

(S)erene at last without the bondage of Alcohol.

 

(I)n awe of the life I have now,never dreaming it could be so good.

 

(C)losing my eyes in prayer whenever I need guidance.

(A)lways depending on God to show the way.

(N)ever questioning the path I have now chosen.

(N)ot wanting o ever go back to that OLD lifestyle.

(O)nly doing what I can and not overextending myself.

(T)hinking before I act.

 

(C)hanging every day as I become more spiritual.

(H)olding on to nothing in the past except as lessons learned.

(A)lways accepting things for what they are.

(N)never trying to control any situation I didnt bring on myself.

(G)oing to ANY length to stay sober.

(E)xpecting the miracles to happen only when I am ready.

 

 

If you Think you might have a problem with Alcohol or Drugs, the chances are that you do. Contact your Local AA or NA office for a meeting near you and find out for yourself. Hi, I'm Scott and I'm an Alcohilic/ Addict.

 

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I am an Alcoholic/ Addict. I have 2 1/2 years of sobriety, If you think you need help, contact me and I will point you in the direction you need to go...Scott

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  • He Is My Lighthouse
    November 25, 2007
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    beautiful


  • Rowan gold member
    November 25, 2007

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    Thanks Scott. What an honest write this is. I wish you strength, and peace.
    And congratulations on 2 and a half years, that's awesome. I know it's not easy. My father was 22 years sober before he died, my grandfather 30...and I saw first hand how difficult it could be, though as my father said,the best damn thing he ever did for himself and everyone that knew him.


  • princess hope
    November 13, 2007

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    beauty

    This is beautiful,
    The last line kind of confused me. I believe miracles are unexpectable, so always watch out for them


  • Harrisham Minhas
    November 2, 2007

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    This is wonderfully expressed.
    Its a very nice thing that you are recovering and leading a better and happier life, following a spiritual path.


  • mysticstorm gold member
    September 29, 2007

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    Thank you for the wonderful words of encouragement. It is a strong and brave write and though my problem may not be the same, it made me feel comforted and reminded me I can not do it alone.
    Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful words.
    Blessing,
    mystic


  • PassionsPromise gold member
    August 29, 2007
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    Just around reading,
    another great one.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Tory


  • maa gold member
    August 11, 2007

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    a courageous confession ...
    you americans are so good at speaking francly and at sharing your problems in public ... here, everybody hides everything and pretends that all is well ... misery hidden behind masks of hypocrisy ...

    thanks a lot for sharing - you may inspire and help many other souls in this way,


    maa


    • Griswold silver member
      August 11, 2007
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      Not all Americans are so frank as I am. I find it humbling actually to tell of my faults and show others that they are not the only ones who have problems. No matter how bad off you think you have it, somebody out there somewhere has it worse. Thanks for your great comment. Scott

  • mysticallytamed
    August 2, 2007

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    this is so good

    this write is very good,good format,good choice of words,good wisdom,very insightful,and it is a very productive,and promising way to lead your path of sobriety.

  • PsychWard
    July 10, 2007

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    Totally commited to a lifestyle that is foreign to me...Not wanting to ever go back to that old lifestyle...Going to any length to stay sober
    Great lines, and so true. This is a great piece from beginning to end

  • Mezclita
    July 8, 2007

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    A sort of self reminder! I really like it maybe because I do it too... only it's not so organized or in such pretty form & also because of what it specifically says... makes a lot of sense, so hope you can stick with it! All the best


  • natchstucco
    June 17, 2007

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    good style here

    This could well be on a poster for AA or NA. I think you are really focused and congrats on the 2 1/2. I have no issues with either item but have known a few who did. You put some tough rules in there for your self. best to ya.


  • Wonderwhenitllrain
    June 11, 2007

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    Well said

    A very good acrostic that actually makes sense,
    (something I am totally incapable of).
    Probably the best acrostic of read, though almost the only acrostics I've read are by elemantary kids, but still.
    Good job
    I wish you the best and hope that staying sober comes easier

  • thelordreigns gold member
    May 26, 2007
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    Excellently said

    What a powerful reminder of where I came from and where I am now - one day at a time.

    It's good to meet you Scott. I have 16 years of sobriety now but the day I took my last drink is as close as my heart beat.

    The miracles do happen when you are ready! Life is good now that it I live it alcohol-free.

    I am sending mucho blessings your way!

    - joanne


    • Griswold silver member
      May 26, 2007
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      Joanne, Thank you for reading and commenting on my poetry, I appreciate every word...Scott
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