[Businessmtg] Anonymity

[Kathy Frasier]

Hi everyone,
 
Thanks Beth.  I hadn't really thought about the anonymity issues.  I do agree with Dawn that we definitely have a false sense of security online, however.  We are all traceable.  
 
As a past greeter I can attest, along with Dawn, the vast amounts of information submitted when people request membership to ASP.  Sometimes the request would be over a page long.  While some are simply looking for another way to add an "easier" meeting to a busy life, others are feeling desperate and in immense pain when they find their way to ASP.  I would have been one who would have willingly given my address in exchange for some hope, along with some information of how I could fix the alcoholics.  :)   Seriously, though, I think the newcomers packet is a good idea, if someone wants one.
 
The newcomer packet could be an option just as a link to Al-Anon to buy literature online could be an option.  If someone felt uncomfortable giving their address, they could choose option 2.  
 
Just my thoughts...
 
Love and hugs,
Kathy