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Central Office Phone Calls and Website Hits
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HONESTY
~ Rick R, Poway, CA
Life wasn't going well for me when I showed up on the scene,
but I was ready for the change, whatever that would mean.
The life I'd led was scandalous, I think you get the gist, and to get rigorously honest, was the first thing on my list.
When practicing this principle, I was brutal from the start, but that sometimes caused reactions, and it wasn't very smart.
My wife asked me a question, while trying on some jeans. Did they make her look extended? Well, you know exactly what I mean.
That put me in a quandary, and I knew I had to lie. If I have to be that rigorous, well, I guess I'm gonna die.
I told a friend about it and he said "you got it right.” Kindness trumps the rigorous clause, and you gotta keep it light.
He gave a definition and for our purpose, I believe, kind honesty is devoid of all motives to deceive.
It gives a little wiggle room and I think God wouldn't mind, if self-righteousness takes a little hit, if only to be kind.
I've learned there are few absolutes, and my conscience is my guide. I must put self-honesty first when these things I must decide.
Poets Wanted Here
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to participate in a monthly AA Poem feature.
Please submit your original poems to: sdaa.newsletter@gmail.com – 200 words or less.
Birthday Gratitude
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If you would like to carry on this tradition, please fill out the form below.
Happy Birthday to All!
Bud B. 8/72 48 years Nessa O. 8/11/82 38 years
In Memory
Judy B. passed away on 7-17-20 With 31 years.