Here's yet another story of the ultimate wisdom of the universe. I received this from a reader yesterday:
"About 17 years ago I was scheduled to take aphysical fitness test the and when I passed I was supposed to start my new job. The next day I received a page that my slot in the class was no longer available due to space constraints -- I was being deferred to the next class. I was devastated. I could not believe it was happening to me. They said I could start the following April if they had a class. I thought it was the worst thing ever. However In the six monthsbetween Columbus day and when I eventually started in April I got sober.
I never realized that I drank too much. I worked with a guy who led me to AA. I don't know where he is now I am so grateful he was there.
I would have never had any shot of professional success If I got hired before I got sober. I am sure I would have got caught up in some drunk driving or barroom bull s*** that hurts so many of my colleagues.
I have tears coming down my face as I type this.
I know there is a plan for me."