Today two of my co-workers were out so I had to pick up the spill over. I was able to keep up and get out on time though it didn't seem possible at times.

I got to go to the noon meeting; we read about step 8. I thought of how I used to think that the disease concept (and therefore the steps) was a cop out that people used to avoid responsibility for their conduct in their drinking and using. But I saw how the step of making amends was the step of taking responsibility for the harms I've caused.

Tonight I went to my friend's memorial service; It was a rosary. I thought of how in the midst of this tragedy what an awesome opportunity it was to get closer to God.

I got to connect with his brother and family and friends and I got to connect with my brother and parents.

Thanks be to God for this life.