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Can I just say...


...I heart.gif having a sponsor!  This is the first time I've called her since she agreed to be my sponsor.  I was still so hesitant to call.  Why would she have the time to talk to me?  She did.  She had the time.  She answered my called and listened and shared.

I was able to talk to someone who has lived a life similar to mine, someone who doesn't have the answers, but who does have the experience.  She has survived and thrived!

A 15 minute dose of ESH and I feel so much better.  It's like a perfect cup of coffee in the morning:  it just makes everything brighter.  



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I am so happy for you!! That is awesome! I am so excited to hear this honestly. I think this is a huge step and encourages me to find my own. Thank you so much!!

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I agree, a sponsor is the icing on the Alanon cake.  The guidance from those who have gone before us is priceless..literally.

Good for you for helping yourself by finding one biggrin.

Christy



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~*Service Worker*~

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I think that is just wonderful. Congrats on picking up the 500 pound telephone and making your first call.

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~*Service Worker*~

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Yayyy!!! Good for you!! Nothing is like having a good sponsor. :)

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What a great metaphor for working with a sponsor..."like a perfect cup of coffee".  I like it and agree.   Sponsorship is a must for those who really want to get well.   (((hugs))) smile



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~*Service Worker*~

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I love having a sponsor too. At times I am sure I perplex her, but she is tough as nails and has been there. I am glad it is working out!

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~*Service Worker*~

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My sponsor gives me a swift kick in my   C A N T ' S.  Just when I am looking for the softer gentler way, she gives me a dose of reality, more like a shot in the arm than a lovely cup of coffee.  I just love her.



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~*Service Worker*~

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Thats great...I hope to find one soon :)

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I hope I find one soon too. Just haven't found the right person yet.

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~*Service Worker*~

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Perhaps think about asking someone to be a temporary sponsor.  Sponsors are like clothes, if they don't suit you, change them. 



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