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Jun 26, 2012, 08:45 PM
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Whoa!! What a meeting tonight! I actually spoke for the 1st time, it was a last minute thing and I hadn’t a clue I would be asked. I felt like sharing on a thread because I feel so lifted about this night.
I'm 100 days sober today. Tonight was an anniversary night which is always a pretty good meeting. I got there early and ended up setting up. The normal person couldn't make it. It was my 1st time setting up for this kinda meeting. Funny thing I didn‘t have a clue and told myself “hmm its 10 minutes after six, no ones here, I better start the coffee“. Def wasn't planned that way. So after that one of the celebrants approached me 10 minutes before the meeting started and asked me to speak. I was beyond scared plus I truly wanted my sponsor to be there for my 1st time. She normally did not attend this meeting. So I admitted I was uncomfortable but I’d do it. I felt honored this person who is sober 25 years this month had asked me. Another funny thing, my sponsors husband walks in, meaning she would be right behind him. Sure enough she was and she too was speaking! The 2nd celebrant asked her to. Neither of us knew the other was even attending this meeting tonight. Sometimes I truly believe things happen for a reason. She spoke 1st, than I followed. I shared for 20 minutes. 100 days ago I walked into that same Tuesday night meeting with no clue, and here I am today with friends there, listening to my story. The celebrant I spoke for said she was so glad she asked me to speak because I even inspired her. That she intended on asking me days before because there was things about me that she saw in herself. And things she saw in me that she wanted to be like as well. Everyone in my group said my story was great & really moved them. Right now I feel wonderful that I faced a big fear of mine, speaking to a large group. I scared myself into a nervous wreck for nothing! Because not only did I overcome it, I wasn’t bad at getting my message across. It was truly rewarding and such a great feeling. This program works if you work it. And that’s truly what I intend on doing. I know to take it one day at a time, that not everyday will be great, but I know I do not have to drink over it. Thanks for reading!
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Jun 26, 2012, 10:21 PM
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That's really great. I'm glad that your first time speaking went well. And congratulations on your 100 days.
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Jun 26, 2012, 10:51 PM
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That's wonderful! What a great feeling it is, isn't it? Congrats!
I spoke the first time at about the same level of sobriety - a little over 3 months. I spoke at a large meeting out of town, so I only knew the people from my group who attended - the rest I didn't know.  It scared me to death! It went well, but I really think I should have had more time in the program before I spoke. I don't think I had learned enough.  Anyway -- Congrats again and I'm so glad it went well.!! Hugs, Lee 
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Jun 26, 2012, 11:23 PM
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Congratulations! What a cool feeling. I am still nervous to speak, I just can't seem to get my thoughts together yet. I think I need to try some different meetings. It is amazing how things work, I am happy for you!
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Jun 27, 2012, 07:07 AM
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oh tracist, so happy for you! it's funny-when we help others we help ourselves. and congratulations on your 100 days!
 i'm so glad you're here to share your experience, strength and hope.
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Jun 27, 2012, 07:27 AM
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Thank you all for taking the time out to read my post. And for all the kinds words! I am very thankful for these forums and the people on PC. Thank you again
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Jun 27, 2012, 10:49 AM
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*happy-dancing all around the place!
*WOW!! I am so happy for you,  only wishwishwish I coulda been there ... Roadie 
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Jun 27, 2012, 01:20 PM
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That would have been awesome if you could have been!! Thank you Roadie, I always look forward to hearing from you on PC
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Jun 27, 2012, 02:29 PM
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...Congrats tracist...
...It takes alot of guts to speak in front of people...Most people would have said no or ran for the door...I wish you many more happy 24's...
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