A beloved member of my AA community passed away sober this week after a long battle with cancer. About a month ago he shared about how he knew his end was near and he was at complete peace.

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I feel lucky to have known him and experienced his serenity.

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Imagine that. Passing away gently, surrounded by friends and family. 6 years in, and it’s still one day at a time. But that’s the end goal.

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Sorry for your loss OP ❤️

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Isn’t that incredible? That this program brings us so much love, serenity and also the bittersweet sadness of when someone passes not from our disease, but something else. I’m sorry for your loss.

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Fish,

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