Alcoholics Anonymous

Doll · Doll

Happy Holidays Robert Burney M.A. “We need to become clear internally on what messages are coming from the disease, from the old tapes, and which ones are coming from the True Self - what some people call “the small quiet voice.” “We need to turn down the volume on those loud, yammering voices that sham...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

hi There Today is Christmas Eve. I want to wish all a Happy Day! I woke with a little stress over how things were going to turn out today, I live in an area where I have not made any friends yet, my Christmas Dinner was cancelled because of the Flu. So I am making this a good day, no matter what, I r...

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

I want to wish all of our Jewish friends a very blessed Hannukah. Shalom, amanda

GammyRose · GammyRose

Praying all who celebrate Christmas have a great sober Christmas Eve and a blessed Christmas day. My daughter and her family are suppose to be here by noon, my son who worked until 4 am will arrive sometime today.Mom is not feeling any better, so she just wants to call Christmas off. I will be taking he...

Doll · Doll

   

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

-- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:36, 2006-06-30

Chrisb · Chrisb

I will be online until 9:00 cst and checking in for posts. If you need a meeting, , then post it here. -- Edited by Chrisb at 19:52, 2005-12-23 -- Edited by Chrisb at 19:58, 2005-12-23

Phil · Phil

Just to say...I wish each and every one of you..a good weekend.. For some..its a very trying ..and emotional time of year.. To anyone here..thats having a trying one...my email address is on my profile.. To anyone that wishes to chat..on Christmas day..just ship me your phone number..and Ile...

Phil · Phil

Conscience is what hurts when everything else feels good Even if you are on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there In just two days, tomorrow will be yesterday I plan on living forever. So far, so good. It's frustrating when you know all the answers, but nobody bothers to ask y...

Doll · Doll

RECOVERY, UNITY, SERVICE    

Chrisb · Chrisb

I propose, for this holiday weekend, if anyone can't get to an outside meeting and needs one, that we could each monitor this board for an hour or two, in case some new happens to find us and is in need. My time is cst. I can monitor from 7:00 to 9:00 AM and 7:00 to 9:00 PM. I won't be able to sit here and watch t...

Phil · Phil

And all through the house...the pink elephants were stomping..the bed was shaking...I had blown all the Christmas money..I needed a drink bad.....remorse..guilt..fear..I wanna die...I wanna live...I promise Ile never do this again.. God...and truly meaning what I said.. Ile have a g...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

-- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:13, 2006-06-30

Chrisb · Chrisb

We had the phone service moved yesterday. So, I was offline for 24 hours. My DSL won't be connected for about a week. They are making me use dial-up.. I am a sober alcoholic. I'm still looking for a couple of newbie sponsees who are ready to work the steps. I am capable of doing sponsorship via t...

Phil · Phil

Article from Maryland College GRIEF AND LOSS Grief is the normal, natural and expected reaction to loss. When we think of loss, the first thought is usually the death of a loved one. This is a severe loss. But we all experience loss throughout our lives. Think of your transition fr...

Phil · Phil

When action grows unprofitable, gather information; when information grows unprofitable, sleep. --Ursula K. LeGuin Sometimes we need to turn away from what's troubling us. Turn it over, says the Third Step. hanging onto a situation for which no solution is immediately apparent, only exa...

GammyRose · GammyRose

I have been dropping in when I have a minute to see how everyone is doing, but things have been crazy here. I had to take my Mom to the ER twice , once Sat. afternoon, she had fallen awhile back, all of a sudden, her leg started hurting really bad, I knew it was bad when she ask for her walker. When they x-...

Doll · Doll

Today is what matters. The future isn't here yet. When we first heard the slogan One Day at a Time, it probably didn't mean much to us. But our program friends were quick to offer it as a solution to our incessant worrying about the future. Now we appreciate the relief that comes with living 24 ho...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

-- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:22, 2006-06-30

Phil · Phil

The Disease Concept of Alcoholism by Sheila Leskinen Denial is the biggest symptom of this illness, and not just for the alcoholic. Many years ago, I looked at alcoholism with a judgmental and moralistic eye, believing it only happened to "other" people. Then it hit close to home, with...

jeannie · jeannie

I would like to know what alcohol means to you? This is for a paper I have to write. I would greatly appreciate if the great people of this board could help me out. Thank-you in advance. Jeannie

zoomie · zoomie

Hi I'm zoomie alcoholic from NY. Just got to this forum,and glad to be here!

Phil · Phil

Step Eleven "Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out." Prayer and meditation are our principal means of conscious contact with God. We A.A.'s are acti...

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

I don't know if it's just me or what, but I am seeing not a complete board and the posts are out of order. April Fools? amanda

Phil · Phil

Give to the world all that you have, And the best will come back to you. --Mary Ainge De Vere When we share something of our own with a friend, it gives both of us a special feeling. Generosity blesses the giver as much as the receiver. Sometimes we feel selfish, wanting to hoard all our treats or tre...

jeannie · jeannie

Thoughts on life: The closest I ever got to a 4.0 in school was my blood alcohol content. Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. I saw a woman wearing a sweat shirt with "Guess" on it...so I said, "Implants?" I don't do drugs anymore 'cause I find I get the same effec...

John · John

Hi everyone, For two days now, the guys at Miracles In Progress Recovery House have received a great number of xmas cards from you fine folks here at MIP 12 Step Forums! If you could see their faces light up, the smiles cross their lips, as they eagerly rip open and read each card al...

Phil · Phil

Self-forgiving is: Accepting yourself as a human who has faults and makes mistakes. Letting go of self anger for your past failures, errors, and mistakes. No longer needing penance, sorrow, and regret over a grievous, self-inflicted, personal offense. The act of self love after you have admitt...

John · John

PEGGY: Middle-Class Alcoholic For 14 years, Peggy was a heavy drinker. She never thought of herself as an alcoholic, because her drinking and occasional prescription drug abuse occurred within the confines of the upper middle class home where she lived w...

Phil · Phil

Staying Open to Our Feelings Many of us have gotten so good at following the "don't feel" rule that we can try to talk ourselves out of having feelings, even in recovery. "If I was really working a good program, I wouldn't feel angry." "I don't get angry. I'm a Christian. I forgive and forget." ...

jeannie · jeannie

I am new to this program (five months Dec 27) and I have heard other members speak of a thirteen step - what is this step? Jeannie

Dave Harm · Dave Harm

Dear ****, I’m an alcoholic, who has been sober for over 11 years… yet… I still don’t understand what makes a person choose to drink, when they know the destruction it has caused. Why would someone throw away a future of happiness and peace, just to remain - numb? I never asked myself these question...

wagon · wagon

SOME LONGER TERM ACTIONS TO PREVENT RELAPSE: a. LEARN TO PRAY AND MEDITATE. Pray a minimum of three times each day, upon awakening, upon retiring, and before eating. Ask others how they pray. Experiment. Ask your Higher Power how you should pray. Becom...

Doll · Doll

It is impossible to overemphasize the immense need humans have to be really listened to, to be taken seriously, to be understood. --Dr. Paul Tournier, M.D. We need assurance that our presence has value to the lives of those around us at home, work, and play. Our self worth should not be solely tied...

Phil · Phil

Twelve-step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) have saved many lives since Bill W. and Dr. Bob first got sober in 1935. Although AA meetings are occasionally depicted in films or on television, nothing can compare to the experience of attending a meeting firsthand. For people who are conte...

User Name · User Name

.... open meeting??? What's that mean? I've got a list of meetings, some say closed.

wantneeda · wantneeda

And remembered what you said. You told me not to drink, Mom So I had Root Beer instead. I felt proud of myself, The way you said I would, That I didn't drink and drive, Though some friends said I should. I made a healthy choice, And your advice to me was right, The party fin...

Phil · Phil

Give to the world the best you have, and the best will come back to you. --Madeline Bridge We do reap, in some measure, at some time, what we sow. Our respect for others will result in kind. Our love expressed will return tenfold. The kindness we greet others with will ease their relations with us....

recovering jb · recovering jb

Hey All, I hope we are having a sober and happy weekend- I have been using this site for medititation: http://www.heartspring.net/meditation_music.html It's pretty decent, particularly the Heartspring compilation- and it has some links to some of the artists' websit...

carmie · carmie

HI all!!! Im new to this community, I am an active member of a/a in my town, I have been on the net searching all over to find, a open/closed meeting chairperson format, can anyone help?? please

rosie light shines · rosie light shines

Today's thought is: It is impossible to overemphasize the immense need humans have to be really listened to, to be taken seriously, to be understood. --Dr. Paul Tournier, M.D. We need assurance that our presence has value to the lives of those around us at home, work, and play. Our self worth...

Chrisb · Chrisb

I have been active in AA for quite a while. Also, I have lived here for 2 years and don't have an oppertunity to work the steps with an AA newcomer. I would much appreciate being put in contact with a couple folks who are ready to work the steps.

jeannie · jeannie

Treasure every moment that you have! Treasure it even more, when you share with someone special enough to spend their time with you. Remember that time waits for no one. Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That is why it is called the p...

lanchas · lanchas

http://webits3.appstate.edu/apples/counsel/Alcoholism/4_coa_roles.htm

Phil · Phil

Because you're not what I would have you be, I blind myself to who, in truth, you are. --Madeleine L'Engle Sometimes we expect far too much of the people around us, and because no one can ever live up to those expectations, we are almost always disappointed. But wouldn't it be better if we just let...

lanchas · lanchas

I had to write a paper for my final exam in my Written communications course at college. I think I did a good job. Anyone want to see it? If you do just say so. Lanchas

wagon · wagon

11 months sober today, thanks to aa and all of u (thanks) one day at a time

wagon

Rick · Rick

I really like that oldtimer thing below. SOOOOOOOO true of some. Your ****good***AA people. You take care of yourself AA needs you

Rick · Rick

It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. --Antoine de Saint-Exupery It has been said that intuition is a talent of women, but in this program we are all learning to listen to our own inner feelings. This is a strength, which has not...

Rick · Rick

We grow small trying to be great. --E. Stanley Jones We dreamed of being great. Trying to be great is about control. We've caused a lot of trouble trying to control things. We've been afraid to just let things happen. We're not very trusting. Many of us have good reasons. Recovery is bas...

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	Happy Holidays by Robert Burney (Preview) Happy Holidays Robert Burney M.A. “We need to become clear internally on what messages are coming from the disease, from the old tapes, and which ones are coming from the True Self - what some people call “the small quiet voice.” “We need to turn down the volume on those loud, yammering voices that sham...	Doll	1	834	Dec 24, 2005 by Phil
	It's Christmas Eve (Preview) hi There Today is Christmas Eve. I want to wish all a Happy Day! I woke with a little stress over how things were going to turn out today, I live in an area where I have not made any friends yet, my Christmas Dinner was cancelled because of the Flu. So I am making this a good day, no matter what, I r...	Toni Baloney	4	754	Dec 24, 2005 by Chrisb
	Happy Channukah (Preview) *I want to wish all of our Jewish friends a very blessed Hannukah.* *Shalom,* *amanda*	amanda2u2	2	542	Dec 24, 2005 by Phil
	Christmas Wishs... (Preview) Praying all who celebrate Christmas have a great sober Christmas Eve and a blessed Christmas day. My daughter and her family are suppose to be here by noon, my son who worked until 4 am will arrive sometime today.Mom is not feeling any better, so she just wants to call Christmas off. I will be taking he...	GammyRose	2	603	Dec 24, 2005 by Doll
	Daily Reflections Dec 24 (Preview)	Doll	1	658	Dec 24, 2005 by Phil
	A Thank you Note (Preview) -- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:36, 2006-06-30	Toni Baloney	5	858	Dec 24, 2005 by recovering jb
	Need a Meeting? Post it here! (Preview) I will be online until 9:00 cst and checking in for posts. If you need a meeting, , then post it here. -- Edited by Chrisb at 19:52, 2005-12-23 -- Edited by Chrisb at 19:58, 2005-12-23	Chrisb	3	684	Dec 24, 2005 by Chrisb
	Taking a Moment (Preview) Just to say...I wish each and every one of you..a good weekend.. For some..its a very trying ..and emotional time of year.. To anyone here..thats having a trying one...my email address is on my profile.. To anyone that wishes to chat..on Christmas day..just ship me your phone number..and Ile...	Phil	0	599	Dec 23, 2005 by Phil
	Thoughts For Today (Preview) Conscience is what hurts when everything else feels good Even if you are on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there In just two days, tomorrow will be yesterday I plan on living forever. So far, so good. It's frustrating when you know all the answers, but nobody bothers to ask y...	Phil	0	650	Dec 23, 2005 by Phil
	Daily Reflections Dec 23 (Preview) RECOVERY, UNITY, SERVICE	Doll	2	731	Dec 23, 2005 by recovering jb
	Holiday Meetings (Preview) I propose, for this holiday weekend, if anyone can't get to an outside meeting and needs one, that we could each monitor this board for an hour or two, in case some new happens to find us and is in need. My time is cst. I can monitor from 7:00 to 9:00 AM and 7:00 to 9:00 PM. I won't be able to sit here and watch t...	Chrisb	5	926	Dec 23, 2005 by recovering jb
	Twas the Friday Before Christmas (Preview) And all through the house...the pink elephants were stomping..the bed was shaking...I had blown all the Christmas money..I needed a drink bad.....remorse..guilt..fear..I wanna die...I wanna live...I promise Ile never do this again.. God...and truly meaning what I said.. Ile have a g...	Phil	3	971	Dec 23, 2005 by wagon
	Good Days and Bad Days (Preview) -- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:13, 2006-06-30	Toni Baloney	5	949	Dec 23, 2005 by zoomie
	Hope ya' didn't miss me (Preview) We had the phone service moved yesterday. So, I was offline for 24 hours. My DSL won't be connected for about a week. They are making me use dial-up.. I am a sober alcoholic. I'm still looking for a couple of newbie sponsees who are ready to work the steps. I am capable of doing sponsorship via t...	Chrisb	4	652	Dec 22, 2005 by amanda2u2
	Grief And Loss (Preview) Article from Maryland College GRIEF AND LOSS Grief is the normal, natural and expected reaction to loss. When we think of loss, the first thought is usually the death of a loved one. This is a severe loss. But we all experience loss throughout our lives. Think of your transition fr...	Phil	1	1137	Dec 22, 2005 by wagon
	Have A Good Day Ehhh? (Preview) *When action grows unprofitable, gather information; when information grows unprofitable, sleep. --Ursula K. LeGuin* Sometimes we need to turn away from what's troubling us. Turn it over, says the Third Step. hanging onto a situation for which no solution is immediately apparent, only exa...	Phil	1	560	Dec 22, 2005 by Toni Baloney
	Checking in.... (Preview) I have been dropping in when I have a minute to see how everyone is doing, but things have been crazy here. I had to take my Mom to the ER twice , once Sat. afternoon, she had fallen awhile back, all of a sudden, her leg started hurting really bad, I knew it was bad when she ask for her walker. When they x-...	GammyRose	4	659	Dec 22, 2005 by recovering jb
	Today's Gift (Preview) *Today is what matters. The future isn't here yet.* When we first heard the slogan One Day at a Time, it probably didn't mean much to us. But our program friends were quick to offer it as a solution to our incessant worrying about the future. Now we appreciate the relief that comes with living 24 ho...	Doll	2	725	Dec 24, 2005 by Toni Baloney
	Winter is Here! (Preview) -- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:22, 2006-06-30	Toni Baloney	3	681	Dec 21, 2005 by Phil
	An Article Re The Four Stages Of Alcoholism (Preview) The Disease Concept of Alcoholism by Sheila Leskinen Denial is the biggest symptom of this illness, and not just for the alcoholic. Many years ago, I looked at alcoholism with a judgmental and moralistic eye, believing it only happened to "other" people. Then it hit close to home, with...	Phil	0	3970	Dec 21, 2005 by Phil
	QUESTION??????? (Preview) I would like to know what alcohol means to you? This is for a paper I have to write. I would greatly appreciate if the great people of this board could help me out. Thank-you in advance. Jeannie	jeannie	8	956	Dec 22, 2005 by amanda2u2
	new here,but not to recovery. (Preview) Hi I'm zoomie alcoholic from NY. Just got to this forum,and glad to be here!	zoomie	13	1272	Dec 22, 2005 by zoomie
	Step Eleven (Preview) Step Eleven "Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out." Prayer and meditation are our principal means of conscious contact with God. We A.A.'s are acti...	Phil	1	1034	Dec 20, 2005 by wallsal55
	scrambled posts? (Preview) *I don't know if it's just me or what, but I am seeing not a complete board and the posts are out of order. April Fools?* *amanda*	amanda2u2	5	792	Dec 23, 2005 by Toni Baloney
	Tuesday (Preview) *Give to the world all that you have, And the best will come back to you. --Mary Ainge De Vere* When we share something of our own with a friend, it gives both of us a special feeling. Generosity blesses the giver as much as the receiver. Sometimes we feel selfish, wanting to hoard all our treats or tre...	Phil	2	755	Dec 21, 2005 by Toni Baloney
	Keep Smiling (Preview) Thoughts on life: The closest I ever got to a 4.0 in school was my blood alcohol content. Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. I saw a woman wearing a sweat shirt with "Guess" on it...so I said, "Implants?" I don't do drugs anymore 'cause I find I get the same effec...	jeannie	1	712	Dec 20, 2005 by amanda2u2
	Christmas Smile Abound! (Preview) Hi everyone, For two days now, the guys at Miracles In Progress Recovery House have received a great number of xmas cards from you fine folks here at MIP 12 Step Forums! If you could see their faces light up, the smiles cross their lips, as they eagerly rip open and read each card al...	John	0	818	Dec 19, 2005 by John
	Self Forgiving (Preview) *Self-forgiving is*: Accepting yourself as a human who has faults and makes mistakes. Letting go of self anger for your past failures, errors, and mistakes. No longer needing penance, sorrow, and regret over a grievous, self-inflicted, personal offense. The act of self love after you have admitt...	Phil	2	4666	Dec 19, 2005 by jeannie
	Middle-Class Alcoholic (Preview) PEGGY: Middle-Class Alcoholic For 14 years, Peggy was a heavy drinker. She never thought of herself as an alcoholic, because her drinking and occasional prescription drug abuse occurred within the confines of the upper middle class home where she lived w...	John	0	1293	Dec 18, 2005 by John
	Sunday (Preview) Staying Open to Our Feelings Many of us have gotten so good at following the "don't feel" rule that we can try to talk ourselves out of having feelings, even in recovery. "If I was really working a good program, I wouldn't feel angry." "I don't get angry. I'm a Christian. I forgive and forget." ...	Phil	1	608	Dec 18, 2005 by Dave Harm
	Need answer to question!!! (Preview) *I am new to this program (five months Dec 27) and I have heard other members speak of a thirteen step - what is this step?* *Jeannie*	jeannie	14	973	Dec 21, 2005 by jeannie
	A letter to a love one (Preview) Dear ****, I’m an alcoholic, who has been sober for over 11 years… yet… I still don’t understand what makes a person choose to drink, when they know the destruction it has caused. Why would someone throw away a future of happiness and peace, just to remain - numb? I never asked myself these question...	Dave Harm	2	1060	Dec 19, 2005 by Dave Harm
	a little something (Preview) SOME LONGER TERM ACTIONS TO PREVENT RELAPSE: a. LEARN TO PRAY AND MEDITATE. Pray a minimum of three times each day, upon awakening, upon retiring, and before eating. Ask others how they pray. Experiment. Ask your Higher Power how you should pray. Becom...	wagon	0	659	Dec 17, 2005 by wagon
	Today's Thought (Preview) It is impossible to overemphasize the immense need humans have to be really listened to, to be taken seriously, to be understood. --Dr. Paul Tournier, M.D. We need assurance that our presence has value to the lives of those around us at home, work, and play. Our self worth should not be solely tied...	Doll	1	616	Dec 17, 2005 by Sick of being sick
	AA Meetings (Preview) Twelve-step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) have saved many lives since Bill W. and Dr. Bob first got sober in 1935. Although AA meetings are occasionally depicted in films or on television, nothing can compare to the experience of attending a meeting firsthand. For people who are conte...	Phil	2	1405	Dec 18, 2005 by amanda2u2
	Closed meeting?? (Preview) .... open meeting??? What's that mean? I've got a list of meetings, some say closed.	User Name	4	758	Dec 17, 2005 by amanda2u2
	woah.... (Preview) And remembered what you said. You told me not to drink, Mom So I had Root Beer instead. I felt proud of myself, The way you said I would, That I didn't drink and drive, Though some friends said I should. I made a healthy choice, And your advice to me was right, The party fin...	wantneeda	3	735	Dec 17, 2005 by Dave Harm
	Have a good Day (Preview) *Give to the world the best you have, and the best will come back to you. --Madeline Bridge* We do reap, in some measure, at some time, what we sow. Our respect for others will result in kind. Our love expressed will return tenfold. The kindness we greet others with will ease their relations with us....	Phil	2	764	Dec 17, 2005 by Phil
	Website with Meditation Music (Preview) Hey All, I hope we are having a sober and happy weekend- I have been using this site for medititation: http://www.heartspring.net/meditation_music.html It's pretty decent, particularly the Heartspring compilation- and it has some links to some of the artists' websit...	recovering jb	1	714	Dec 17, 2005 by Sick of being sick
	I need Help!!! (Preview) HI all!!! Im new to this community, I am an active member of a/a in my town, I have been on the net searching all over to find, a open/closed meeting chairperson format, can anyone help?? please	carmie	8	971	Dec 19, 2005 by Toni Baloney
	i need to SLOW down (Preview) Today's thought is: It is impossible to overemphasize the immense need humans have to be really listened to, to be taken seriously, to be understood. --Dr. Paul Tournier, M.D. We need assurance that our presence has value to the lives of those around us at home, work, and play. Our self worth...	rosie light shines	1	798	Dec 16, 2005 by GammyRose
	In Search of 1 or 2 Sponsees (Preview) I have been active in AA for quite a while. Also, I have lived here for 2 years and don't have an oppertunity to work the steps with an AA newcomer. I would much appreciate being put in contact with a couple folks who are ready to work the steps.	Chrisb	1	608	Dec 17, 2005 by Doll
	THE PRESENT (Preview) Treasure every moment that you have! Treasure it even more, when you share with someone special enough to spend their time with you. Remember that time waits for no one. Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That is why it is called the p...	jeannie	0	644	Dec 16, 2005 by jeannie
	Sites to check out (Preview) http://webits3.appstate.edu/apples/counsel/Alcoholism/4_coa_roles.htm	lanchas	1	770	Dec 16, 2005 by GammyRose
	Ya'll Have A Good Day (Preview) *Because you're not what I would have you be, I blind myself to who, in truth, you are. --Madeleine L'Engle* Sometimes we expect far too much of the people around us, and because no one can ever live up to those expectations, we are almost always disappointed. But wouldn't it be better if we just let...	Phil	7	963	Dec 16, 2005 by jeannie
	I wrote something (Preview) I had to write a paper for my final exam in my Written communications course at college. I think I did a good job. Anyone want to see it? If you do just say so. Lanchas	lanchas	9	2507	Jun 24, 2024 by ryananderes
	one day at a time (Preview) 11 months sober today, thanks to aa and all of u (thanks) one day at a time wagon	wagon	6	776	Dec 17, 2005 by wantneeda
	Gammy (Preview) I really like that oldtimer thing below. SOOOOOOOO true of some. Your **good*AA people. You take care of yourself AA needs you	Rick	1	718	Dec 15, 2005 by GammyRose
	todays gift (Preview) *It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. --Antoine de Saint-Exupery* It has been said that intuition is a talent of women, but in this program we are all learning to listen to our own inner feelings. This is a strength, which has not...	Rick	1	625	Dec 15, 2005 by nancyjo59
	Today's gift 14th (Preview) *We grow small trying to be great. --E. Stanley Jones* We dreamed of being great. Trying to be great is about control. We've caused a lot of trouble trying to control things. We've been afraid to just let things happen. We're not very trusting. Many of us have good reasons. Recovery is bas...	Rick	1	547	Dec 15, 2005 by Phil
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