Dear Shadow,
I have taken many acid trips, been on uppers but preferred
downers, smoked a mountain of pot over the years but alcohol was my most constant companion. I was raised in traditional Christian form but as an adult never darkened a church door without misgivings. Only when my boys were little did my ex and I attend church because we thought it was the proper thing to do. For over 15 years now I have
abandoned organized religion in favor of a God of my understanding and a spiritual way of life. I, too, am blessed by being a sober member of AA and am at peace
with my spirituality. By working the steps daily, I live the quality of life where I feel good in my own skin and don't need to escape reality by drinking. I've discovered that I feel
closest to God while on horseback adventures in the wilderness or in helping others.
Wishing you a wonderful 2007.
Anniego