Promises for Beginners in Recovery from Alcoholism
- You will know your full name and address.
- You will be able to shave yourself, or put on your makeup, whichever pleases you.
- You will be able to dress and undress yourself.
- You will know the town, the state, and the country you live in.
- You will be able to find socks that match, or nylons without runs.
- You will be able to smoke without burning yourself, your clothes, or the furniture.
- You will lose the fear of food.
- You will be able to walk a straight line and pass the drunk driving test.
- You will spend less time in the bathroom and be able to brush your teeth without gagging
- You will lose the fear of police cars.
- You will be able to answer the door without having to look through the peephole.
- You will realize what a hell of a mess you were, and thank God, or your HP for AA.
