Alcoholics Anonymous

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Failure: Often that early morning of darkness which precedes the dawning of the day of success." - Leigh Mitchell Hodges

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

The degree to which I can create relationships, which facilitate the growth of others as separate persons, is a measure of the growth I have achieved in myself. --Carl R. Rogers As children we clung to and modeled ourselves after friends and siblings and sometimes parents. We imitated with ease how a...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Separateness risk creating our own life path. Sometimes it seems easier to lean on our mate for all decisions and all direction. Then we do not have to risk creating our own life path. Some people think they can avoid that risk by striking a bargain with their mate. They so fully immerse themselves in th...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

I am determined to maintain the perpendicular position. --Lucy Stone Perpendicular lines make right angles; they make possible extensions of both height and breadth. Right angles are weight bearing. We speak of asserting something "squarely," making perpendiculars. People who s...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Resolve to succeed. The greatest discovery one can make is that nothing is impossible." - Author Unknown

justadrunk · justadrunk

There is no reason we drink other than we are alcoholics - IMO. What do you think? For me - I had to let go of all the excuses completely and look alcoholism square in the eye for what it was. A disease that looked for ANY excuse to live. I used to say I drank because of PTSD and finding the suicide victim (my...

John · John

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Never think that God's delays are denials. Hold on; hold on fast; hold out. Patience is genius" - Comte de Buffon

Angell · Angell

I was meditating on a private beach this past weekend and had an experience that I wanted to share. My wife and I were the only ones there and prior to meditating we were watching a small school of minnows. While still on shore, we tried to get closer but they scurried away again and again. While my wif...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Others treat us the way we invite them to treat us. --Barb H. Coping with stress is a lot more difficult than preventing it in the first place. If we think prevention, we can avoid a surprising number of stressful situations by thinking ahead and sidestepping. We dont have to have lunch with difficult...

Tanin · Tanin

Here's an interesting article which suggests that various scientific research projects may be pointing toward support of AA's effectiveness to arrest addiction. It seems that there is basis for propositions that some AA activities (such as meetings, social interactions, and helping others) m...

Mike B. · Mike B.

August 14 "Ours is a Fellowship of suggestions and not demands. In my 35 years, I have found answers for me but have not acquired the ability to live another person's life."

gonee · gonee

I have always been weak; weak in my alcoholism; weak in my relationships; weak in my emotions and physically weak in my body. It is only by God's grace and mercy that I am alive and sober, with my family that I love so much. There were so many times that I stood at the crossroads weakened, with no power to pra...

turninggrey · turninggrey

So a week later, the health fairy decides enough is enough, and man, does it feel good to feel good! Thank you to all who sent prayers, and screw all of you who didn't! (please note the sarcasm smiley-I was joking) Anyhoo, it sort of reminds me of quitting alcohol, going through the rough period of sick...

Mike B. · Mike B.

My wife and I have been separated for 2 years- 1 1/2 years divorced. No dating for last 2 years. I met someone recently(she's in The Program and lives life on a Spiritual basis) and things have gone very well. We enjoy each others time together. My kids 16 & 14 are now balking at the amount of time I...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal." - Albert Pike

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

August 12, 2013 Quote of the Week "God has only three answers to your prayers: Yes Yes, but not now No, because I have something better for you." While the 11th step teaches us to pray only for the knowledge of God's will for us and the power to carry that out, there will invariably be times...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Self-Seeking Slips Away Today, God, help me remember that not everything is about me.When I was using, thinking of myself was my whole existence. With abstinence, I began to practice understanding, humility, gratitude, caring, and sharing with others. By having faith in our Program's recovery...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Lost warriors have only to open their eyes to find the right and good path. -- Chief Red Mountain We all carry a fountain of joy inside. This joy is not something special given to only a few of us. An abundance of joy, happiness, and peace is our right. Our hearts were meant to be full of love and laughter. We...

Mike B. · Mike B.

August 13 "As with all things in life, there is growth and growth brings change. One thing remains constant: Sobriety is a gift, a treasure to be cherished."

Bob K · Bob K

THE FUTURE"Heal the past; live the present; dream the future." "Do not start today, with the broken pieces of Yesterday.""Destiny is not a matter of chance. It is a matter of choice: it is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved."

Col · Col

Every once in a while I like to calculate how many 24 hours I've been sober. 451. A miracle. When I look at where I was at 452 days ago, I'm amazed at where I'm at now. Not much has changed in terms of life circumstances or the external crap that I tend to gauge progress by. I think this may actually be a good thi...

Mike B. · Mike B.

August 12 "Concerning any given service, we pose but one question: 'Is this service really needed?' If it is, then maintain it we must, or fail in our mission to those who seek AA."

justadrunk · justadrunk

???? DO we need it or not ???? -- Edited by justadrunk on Sunday 11th of August 2013 07:02:38 PM

Jerry F · Jerry F

Aloha all and thank you for your support. I've revisited Justin's post about "tough not to drink..." without finishing it with the Friday Night part and accompanied with that part of the AMA definition of alcoholism that says, "It can never be cured...only arrested by total abs...

Frodo · Frodo

And things fall apart. Thank you everyone for everything - good, bad and ugly. You are better people than I ever thought I'd meet, and better people than I deserved to meet. But there is a bit in me that wont allow me to be sober and nice. I'm just not wired that way. I wish it wasn't so, but I am what I am, and...

moondreamer · moondreamer

It is after midnight here, and that means I now have not had a drink for 14 days. This is my roughest day/night so far. I was thinking earlier that I was really glad I was not with anyone who might put a glass of wine in front of me, because I don't think I would have said no. Thankfully, no alcohol in the hou...

moondreamer · moondreamer

Good afternoon! I am new to this. I had decided to quit drinking 13 days ago, because thing had become completely out of control. My kids witnessed me completely trashed a few times, and I feel terrible about it. I'm not even sure what their awareness is, i.e. if they knew I was drunk, but I suspect th...

Zoomtopz · Zoomtopz

At this time 27yrs ago , I was having my last drinks . When I wake up in the morning , I will be 27 years sober . THANK You Everybody who was a Pain in the Ass , as you made me work the hardest . Thank You to those who would not put up with my PMS (putting up with my s...) That made me grow too . THANK YOU Everybody who ha...

new member · pugmom

i just found this website. after 5 days of binge drinking i went tonight to the first meeting i've been to in months. i've known for a long time that i'm an alcoholic and i've been in and out of the program, had months, even years of sobriety, and here i am again, on another day one i have 2 children that are...

Justin · Justin

I have not had a drop of alcohol in a week. It feels so unusual not going to the beer store since it is Friday. I'm doing good not drinking tonight, but I sure want a beer.

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Weekly Quote"God has wisely kept us in the dark concerning future events and reserved for himself the knowledge of them, that he may train us up in a dependence upon himself and a continued readiness for every event." -Matthew HenryWeekly ThoughtA Classic Devotional from Samuel Ruthe...

Justin · Justin

Hello all, I just found this website today after long day and night yesterday of binge drinking. I have never considered myself an alcoholic because I don't drink everyday. I do however drink every weekend and each time I drink so much until I pass out. I have a wife and two children and am terribly afrai...

kc2fya · kc2fya

AlcoHater · AlcoHater

Ever since I started working 10/hrs. a day 7 days a week, I'm no longer able to attend f2f meetings. That's the bad news. That's okay, though, as I never felt comfortable or welcome there anyway. And listening to the same old drivel from a bunch of well-heeled drunx can be tiring. That's why I'm so glad fo...

justadrunk · justadrunk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMc

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Eyes that look are common; eyes that see are rare." - J. Oswald Sanders

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

People have a need to feel their pain. Very often pain is the beginning of a great deal of awareness. As an energy, it awakens consciousness.--Arnold Mindell The Barbara I met at my high school reunion was not the same person I had known a decade earlier. A sensitive and caring person stood in the place o...

gonee · gonee

My brothers and sisters it is from the overflowing fullness of gratitude in my heart, that I want to pray for each and every one of you here. I pray that it may go well with you and that God blesses you in every aspect of your life. I have been tremendously blessed by every one of you here. Every little bit th...

mandm · mandm

I wanted to share some weird dreams I have been having, I know its common to have dreams when you quit drinking of dreams of drinking, which I was having when I first quit drinking of drinking. But lately I have been having dreams of being in social situation and I am telling people I cannot drink because...

Q

1. What are the two common bonds that recovering alcoholics have that transcend political, economic, social, or religious backgrounds? (Pg 17) 2. What can a recovered alcoholic do for an alcoholic, that those who do not have a problem can't do? (Pg 18) 3. When one asks, "What do I have to do?&quo...

gonee · gonee

The tragedy for so many of us is that we have come to AA only for sobriety. Then life deals us a cruel blow and we wonder why? Many a Alanon member have been secretly jealous of their partners recovery and so they decline recovery for themselves. Resentment is the number one offender. It destroys alcohol...

turninggrey · turninggrey

I am really feeling sick! I have been doing the stomach ache on and off for a few days now and I am running out of energy. If this does not clear up by tomorrow, I will be going to the doctor! I find that knowing there is a prayer or two floating around for my worthless soul helps in times like these! Thanks, To...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"The true meaning of life is to plant trees under whose shade you do not expect to sit." - Nelson Henderson

gonee · gonee

"We found that God does not make too hard terms with those who seek Him." pg 46 AA book. What a relief it was when I first read this in the book. For me it was the defining moment in my relationship with God. Over the years I have built upon this simple statement of faith and encouragement from the...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Do not reveal your thoughts to everyone, lest you drive away your good luck. --Apocrypha, Ecclesiasticus 8:19 We've had problems in our lives with limits. We have done some things to excess and others we have endlessly postponed. Sometimes we haven't had good judgment about what we ought to tell s...

gonee · gonee

Wonderful meeting tonight. 1 year AA birthday chaired by a 38 year AA sobriety chairman. God was glorified and thanked for saving another life and another family from destruction. Just as one man's addiction destroys so many, so is one man's spiritual recovery save as many. God be praised for His fav...

Mike B. · Mike B.

August 9 "Often in the past, my prayers for help have been answered in ways that I have not recognized as answers. Indeed, I have cursed my fate instead of thanking God."

John · John

I hate to put these notifications out here, but we are currently 25.00 in arrears on our message board cost, and that will only bring us current. Anyone who can donate a few dollars to help offset the cost of this expense, please consider doing so as soon asap. Any surplus will be used to pay it in advanc...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

When I take anothers needs into consideration and bend, I spiritually stretch. --Helene Lerner-RobbinsWe have been told that this is a selfish program. Perhaps that has given us license to be inconsiderate. However, that isnt what the founders meant by a selfish program. While its true that we mus...

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	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Failure: Often that early morning of darkness which precedes the dawning of the day of success." - Leigh Mitchell Hodges	Pythonpappy	4	230	Aug 17, 2013 by Mr_David
	Today's Gift 08-12 (Preview) The degree to which I can create relationships, which facilitate the growth of others as separate persons, is a measure of the growth I have achieved in myself. --Carl R. Rogers As children we clung to and modeled ourselves after friends and siblings and sometimes parents. We imitated with ease how a...	Pythonpappy	1	184	Aug 17, 2013 by Mr_David
	Today's Gift 08-15 (Preview) Separateness risk creating our own life path. Sometimes it seems easier to lean on our mate for all decisions and all direction. Then we do not have to risk creating our own life path. Some people think they can avoid that risk by striking a bargain with their mate. They so fully immerse themselves in th...	Pythonpappy	1	196	Aug 17, 2013 by Mr_David
	Today's Gift 08-16 (Preview) I am determined to maintain the perpendicular position. --Lucy Stone Perpendicular lines make right angles; they make possible extensions of both height and breadth. Right angles are weight bearing. We speak of asserting something "squarely," making perpendiculars. People who s...	Pythonpappy	1	173	Aug 17, 2013 by Mr_David
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Resolve to succeed. The greatest discovery one can make is that nothing is impossible." - Author Unknown	Pythonpappy	5	225	Aug 17, 2013 by Mr_David
	Another death (Preview) There is no reason we drink other than we are alcoholics - IMO. What do you think? For me - I had to let go of all the excuses completely and look alcoholism square in the eye for what it was. A disease that looked for ANY excuse to live. I used to say I drank because of PTSD and finding the suicide victim (my...	justadrunk	6	618	Aug 16, 2013 by Jerry F
	True Entertainment with a great message! (Preview)	John	2	576	Aug 15, 2013 by mrpeel
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Never think that God's delays are denials. Hold on; hold on fast; hold out. Patience is genius" - Comte de Buffon	Pythonpappy	0	159	Aug 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	A meditating moment (Preview) I was meditating on a private beach this past weekend and had an experience that I wanted to share. My wife and I were the only ones there and prior to meditating we were watching a small school of minnows. While still on shore, we tried to get closer but they scurried away again and again. While my wif...	Angell	7	370	Aug 14, 2013 by Angell
	Today's Gift 08-14 (Preview) Others treat us the way we invite them to treat us. --Barb H. Coping with stress is a lot more difficult than preventing it in the first place. If we think prevention, we can avoid a surprising number of stressful situations by thinking ahead and sidestepping. We dont have to have lunch with difficult...	Pythonpappy	3	180	Aug 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Does Science Show What 12 Steps Already Is Based On? (Preview) Here's an interesting article which suggests that various scientific research projects may be pointing toward support of AA's effectiveness to arrest addiction. It seems that there is basis for propositions that some AA activities (such as meetings, social interactions, and helping others) m...	Tanin	5	1551	Aug 14, 2013 by justadrunk
	Grapevine (Preview) August 14 "Ours is a Fellowship of suggestions and not demands. In my 35 years, I have found answers for me but have not acquired the ability to live another person's life."	Mike B.	1	151	Aug 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	In my weakness........... (Preview) I have always been weak; weak in my alcoholism; weak in my relationships; weak in my emotions and physically weak in my body. It is only by God's grace and mercy that I am alive and sober, with my family that I love so much. There were so many times that I stood at the crossroads weakened, with no power to pra...	gonee	5	370	Aug 14, 2013 by mikef
	It feels good to feel good (Preview) So a week later, the health fairy decides enough is enough, and man, does it feel good to feel good! Thank you to all who sent prayers, and screw all of you who didn't! (please note the sarcasm smiley-I was joking) Anyhoo, it sort of reminds me of quitting alcohol, going through the rough period of sick...	turninggrey	4	292	Aug 14, 2013 by justadrunk
	I need help! (Preview) My wife and I have been separated for 2 years- 1 1/2 years divorced. No dating for last 2 years. I met someone recently(she's in The Program and lives life on a Spiritual basis) and things have gone very well. We enjoy each others time together. My kids 16 & 14 are now balking at the amount of time I...	Mike B.	17	707	Aug 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal." - Albert Pike	Pythonpappy	0	150	Aug 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Wisdom of the Rooms (Preview) August 12, 2013 Quote of the Week "God has only three answers to your prayers: Yes Yes, but not now No, because I have something better for you." While the 11th step teaches us to pray only for the knowledge of God's will for us and the power to carry that out, there will invariably be times...	Pythonpappy	0	218	Aug 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 08-13 (Preview) Self-Seeking Slips Away Today, God, help me remember that not everything is about me.When I was using, thinking of myself was my whole existence. With abstinence, I began to practice understanding, humility, gratitude, caring, and sharing with others. By having faith in our Program's recovery...	Pythonpappy	1	165	Aug 13, 2013 by Mike B.
	Today's Gift 08-08 (Preview) Lost warriors have only to open their eyes to find the right and good path. -- Chief Red Mountain We all carry a fountain of joy inside. This joy is not something special given to only a few of us. An abundance of joy, happiness, and peace is our right. Our hearts were meant to be full of love and laughter. We...	Pythonpappy	14	331	Aug 13, 2013 by justadrunk
	Grapevine (Preview) August 13 "As with all things in life, there is growth and growth brings change. One thing remains constant: Sobriety is a gift, a treasure to be cherished."	Mike B.	1	152	Aug 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	The Future (Preview) THE FUTURE"Heal the past; live the present; dream the future." "Do not start today, with the broken pieces of Yesterday.""Destiny is not a matter of chance. It is a matter of choice: it is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved."	Bob K	2	272	Aug 13, 2013 by Jerry F
	451 days (Preview) Every once in a while I like to calculate how many 24 hours I've been sober. 451. A miracle. When I look at where I was at 452 days ago, I'm amazed at where I'm at now. Not much has changed in terms of life circumstances or the external crap that I tend to gauge progress by. I think this may actually be a good thi...	Col	7	1565	Aug 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grapevine (Preview) August 12 "Concerning any given service, we pose but one question: 'Is this service really needed?' If it is, then maintain it we must, or fail in our mission to those who seek AA."	Mike B.	1	238	Aug 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Validation (Preview) ???? DO we need it or not ???? -- Edited by justadrunk on Sunday 11th of August 2013 07:02:38 PM	justadrunk	6	355	Aug 13, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	More it's tough to not get drunk on Friday night.... (Preview) Aloha all and thank you for your support. I've revisited Justin's post about "tough not to drink..." without finishing it with the Friday Night part and accompanied with that part of the AMA definition of alcoholism that says, "It can never be cured...only arrested by total abs...	Jerry F	5	356	Aug 12, 2013 by justadrunk
	The center does not hold (Preview) And things fall apart. Thank you everyone for everything - good, bad and ugly. You are better people than I ever thought I'd meet, and better people than I deserved to meet. But there is a bit in me that wont allow me to be sober and nice. I'm just not wired that way. I wish it wasn't so, but I am what I am, and...	Frodo	15	669	Aug 12, 2013 by Tanin
	Two weeks (Preview) It is after midnight here, and that means I now have not had a drink for 14 days. This is my roughest day/night so far. I was thinking earlier that I was really glad I was not with anyone who might put a glass of wine in front of me, because I don't think I would have said no. Thankfully, no alcohol in the hou...	moondreamer	9	371	Aug 12, 2013 by pugmom
	New and wondering if I should tell kids just yet? (Preview) Good afternoon! I am new to this. I had decided to quit drinking 13 days ago, because thing had become completely out of control. My kids witnessed me completely trashed a few times, and I feel terrible about it. I'm not even sure what their awareness is, i.e. if they knew I was drunk, but I suspect th...	moondreamer	10	369	Aug 12, 2013 by pugmom
	Thank You (Preview) At this time 27yrs ago , I was having my last drinks . When I wake up in the morning , I will be 27 years sober . THANK You Everybody who was a Pain in the Ass , as you made me work the hardest . Thank You to those who would not put up with my PMS (putting up with my s...) That made me grow too . THANK YOU Everybody who ha...	Zoomtopz	8	346	Aug 12, 2013 by pugmom
	new member new (Preview) i just found this website. after 5 days of binge drinking i went tonight to the first meeting i've been to in months. i've known for a long time that i'm an alcoholic and i've been in and out of the program, had months, even years of sobriety, and here i am again, on another day one i have 2 children that are...	pugmom	14	5974	Aug 12, 2013 by justadrunk
	It's tough to not get drunk on Friday night (Preview) I have not had a drop of alcohol in a week. It feels so unusual not going to the beer store since it is Friday. I'm doing good not drinking tonight, but I sure want a beer.	Justin	8	382	Aug 12, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	Weekly Thought (Preview) Weekly Quote"God has wisely kept us in the dark concerning future events and reserved for himself the knowledge of them, that he may train us up in a dependence upon himself and a continued readiness for every event." -Matthew HenryWeekly ThoughtA Classic Devotional from Samuel Ruthe...	Pythonpappy	1	172	Aug 11, 2013 by gonee
	A new memberH (Preview) Hello all, I just found this website today after long day and night yesterday of binge drinking. I have never considered myself an alcoholic because I don't drink everyday. I do however drink every weekend and each time I drink so much until I pass out. I have a wife and two children and am terribly afrai...	Justin	14	450	Aug 11, 2013 by pugmom
	Texting in a Meeting! (Preview)	kc2fya	13	1047	Aug 11, 2013 by justadrunk
	This is now my home group. (Preview) Ever since I started working 10/hrs. a day 7 days a week, I'm no longer able to attend f2f meetings. That's the bad news. That's okay, though, as I never felt comfortable or welcome there anyway. And listening to the same old drivel from a bunch of well-heeled drunx can be tiring. That's why I'm so glad fo...	AlcoHater	14	509	Aug 10, 2013 by Tanin
	Act as if until you become it = a really great link worth watching : ) (Preview) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMc	justadrunk	2	359	Aug 11, 2013 by mandm
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Eyes that look are common; eyes that see are rare." - J. Oswald Sanders	Pythonpappy	0	150	Aug 10, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 08-10 (Preview) People have a need to feel their pain. Very often pain is the beginning of a great deal of awareness. As an energy, it awakens consciousness.--Arnold Mindell The Barbara I met at my high school reunion was not the same person I had known a decade earlier. A sensitive and caring person stood in the place o...	Pythonpappy	1	150	Aug 10, 2013 by justadrunk
	Truly blessed. (Preview) My brothers and sisters it is from the overflowing fullness of gratitude in my heart, that I want to pray for each and every one of you here. I pray that it may go well with you and that God blesses you in every aspect of your life. I have been tremendously blessed by every one of you here. Every little bit th...	gonee	4	244	Aug 10, 2013 by justadrunk
	Changing Dreams (Preview) I wanted to share some weird dreams I have been having, I know its common to have dreams when you quit drinking of dreams of drinking, which I was having when I first quit drinking of drinking. But lately I have been having dreams of being in social situation and I am telling people I cannot drink because...	mandm	7	360	Aug 10, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	There Is A Solution - Study Questions (Preview) 1. What are the two common bonds that recovering alcoholics have that transcend political, economic, social, or religious backgrounds? (Pg 17) 2. What can a recovered alcoholic do for an alcoholic, that those who do not have a problem can't do? (Pg 18) 3. When one asks, "What do I have to do?&quo...	Q	7	8666	Aug 10, 2013 by Q
	The reality......... (Preview) The tragedy for so many of us is that we have come to AA only for sobriety. Then life deals us a cruel blow and we wonder why? Many a Alanon member have been secretly jealous of their partners recovery and so they decline recovery for themselves. Resentment is the number one offender. It destroys alcohol...	gonee	7	550	Aug 10, 2013 by gonee
	Got a prayer to spare? (Preview) I am really feeling sick! I have been doing the stomach ache on and off for a few days now and I am running out of energy. If this does not clear up by tomorrow, I will be going to the doctor! I find that knowing there is a prayer or two floating around for my worthless soul helps in times like these! Thanks, To...	turninggrey	18	541	Aug 10, 2013 by Tanin
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "The true meaning of life is to plant trees under whose shade you do not expect to sit." - Nelson Henderson	Pythonpappy	1	162	Aug 10, 2013 by gonee
	A little leeway. (Preview) "We found that God does not make too hard terms with those who seek Him." pg 46 AA book. What a relief it was when I first read this in the book. For me it was the defining moment in my relationship with God. Over the years I have built upon this simple statement of faith and encouragement from the...	gonee	12	507	Aug 9, 2013 by Sports dude
	Today's Gift 08-09 (Preview) Do not reveal your thoughts to everyone, lest you drive away your good luck. --Apocrypha, Ecclesiasticus 8:19 We've had problems in our lives with limits. We have done some things to excess and others we have endlessly postponed. Sometimes we haven't had good judgment about what we ought to tell s...	Pythonpappy	0	211	Aug 9, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Gratitude. (Preview) Wonderful meeting tonight. 1 year AA birthday chaired by a 38 year AA sobriety chairman. God was glorified and thanked for saving another life and another family from destruction. Just as one man's addiction destroys so many, so is one man's spiritual recovery save as many. God be praised for His fav...	gonee	2	215	Aug 9, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grapevine (Preview) August 9 "Often in the past, my prayers for help have been answered in ways that I have not recognized as answers. Indeed, I have cursed my fate instead of thanking God."	Mike B.	1	213	Aug 9, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Donations for Board needed (Preview) I hate to put these notifications out here, but we are currently 25.00 in arrears on our message board cost, and that will only bring us current. Anyone who can donate a few dollars to help offset the cost of this expense, please consider doing so as soon asap. Any surplus will be used to pay it in advanc...	John	3	271	Aug 9, 2013 by John
	Today's Gift 08-07 (Preview) When I take anothers needs into consideration and bend, I spiritually stretch. --Helene Lerner-RobbinsWe have been told that this is a selfish program. Perhaps that has given us license to be inconsiderate. However, that isnt what the founders meant by a selfish program. While its true that we mus...	Pythonpappy	1	178	Aug 8, 2013 by Mike B.
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