Yesterday was a good day as I heard from Doug. This was the first time I had heard his voice since he entered rehab. Then when I got home, there was a letter from him saying he was going to his AA meeting tonight to receive his 30 day chip for sobriety! I felt a surge of pride for him and secretly thought about going to the meeting to see him receive the chip. Then I realized how this was "his" journey and not mine. This is his gift. I wouldn't take that away from him for anything. He was also voted Peer Leader for a week. This is a privelege that the roommated vote on as to who shows leadership. They receive special perks and it is quite an honor. How proud and humbled he sounded by this.

Deuteronomy 31:8 (New International Version)
8 The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged."

What lessons my brother is teaching me.