Alcoholics Anonymous

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

There are really only two ways to approach life - as victim or as gallant fighter - and you must decide if you want to act or react, deal your own cards or play with a stacked deck. And if you don't decide which way to play with life, it always plays with you. --Merle Shain Being the victim is, or was, uncomfor...

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

Hey All, So... just a quick check-in while I have a brief chunk of Internet. I wanted to share that for the past seven days I have been in Italy with my in-laws and my wife, sober. This is my first time in Italy (first time in Europe in 9 years, actually). As a gift to us, my wife's parents told us we could tag...

Mike B. · Mike B.

July 3 "On a daily basis I choose not to drink - or to fear, hate, be angry, or indulge in any other defect that's raising its ugly head. They're all there waiting, and when given a chance they charge into the center of my life and try to take over. But when I work Step Seven I find that my life is filled w...

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

Hi All, Long time, no post! I just wanted to reconnect because I have been away for a while and have suffered as a result. Long story short is that I was visiting my in-laws for the past week and I had no access to internet. In addition to that lifeline being taken away, my in-laws are all extremely heavy dri...

John · John

Just wanted to come on and let everyone know that yes, I am still alive and yes, you are being thought of!! I have had to recently deal with anxiety attacks that were whipping' my butt, and some physical medical stuff related to both the anxiety and my thyroid. Seem to have the anxiety in check for the mos...

gonee · gonee

I thought I would share this with you. It was so simple yet so effectively expressed. That's how I reached out to God in my time of need."For prayer isn't getting on your kneesprayer is the elevation of the heart to God. That's all a man needs. You can pray in a prison, you can pray in an airplane, you c...

Sydney · Sydney

This is the first time I have ever sought help for alcohol. Can anyone give me advice as far as to navigate this site, what is helpful on this site and what have you done that has helped you. Ive always drank but 4 years ago my daughter passed away and I have spiraled down every since. Thank you

Pythonpappy · Q

If you can live without caffeine, If you can be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains, If you can resist complaining, If you can understand when your loved ones are too busy to give you any time, If you can take criticism and blame without resentment, If you can ignore a friend's limited education and neve...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Procrastination Higher Power, it was so easy to put things off during my addiction.I pray to remember that postponing facing up to reality is really self-pity in action. When I procrastinate about solving problems, I am only making the problems worse. Let me remember that solutions come from taki...

Mike B. · Mike B.

July 2 "I no longer pray to have my fear removed. Today, I pray that my love grows bigger than my fear and that my humility becomes greater than my shame."

RubyTues · RubyTues

I'm not sure what was going on. This guy brought up 'personal hygeine' as a topic, and then commenced to share on that topic in very very graphic detail. It was not good.

Sydney · Sydney

How do I get to the 12 step program? Or is all I am seeing it?

PhotoPhreak · PhotoPhreak

And sober. The last week has been one of the most trying times of my life. On the 25th my Future(unknown to us at the time) Son-In-Law died in an industrial accident. He was unbanding some steel coils and one fell on him. There are many reasons why this should had not occurred. But it did. God's will. T...

Bob K · Bob K

I asked God for strength, that I might achieve. I was made weak, that I might learn humbly to obey. I asked for health, that I might do greater things. I was given infirmity, that I might do better things. I asked for riches, that I might be happy. I was given poverty, that I might be wise. I asked for power th...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Quote of the Week "Don't ruin an apology with an excuse." Before recovery, I was full of excuses. I didn't do this because... I acted this way because she did that. He deserved it so I gave it to him, etc. On the rare occasion when I was cornered and couldn't justify my behavior, I'd make an...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

He has the right to criticize who has the heart to help. -- Abraham Lincoln Our negative judgments of others very frequently inform us of our own shortcomings. In other words, what we dislike in others are often those things we hate about ourselves. Much better than criticizing another's abhorrent...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Monday, July 1, 2013You are reading from the book The Language of Letting Go Receiving Here is an exercise. Today let someone give to you. Let someone do something nice for you. Let someone give you a compliment or tell you something good about yourself. Let someone help you. Then, stand there and take...

Mike B. · Mike B.

July 1 "I go to lots of meetings. I get there early and help set up. I stay late and help clean up. I extend my hand as it was extended to me ... I've been given a second chance and I'm here to be of service."

3sunshine3 · 3sunshine3

Hey everyone, I'm new to AA, I have 68 days today! I've found a sponsor and of corse will be talking with her about this soon, but I thought I'd try online too. I have always believed in a higher power. I haven't had bad, or good experiences with any of it. But, I'm just having troublefor some reason praying...

gonee · gonee

All our prayer is recorded by God and answered. However we are not ready to accept the answer to our prayer because it is not in line with our expectations. This is where meditation is required. We have to meditate on the truth of the situation. Continued practice and prayer will eventually enable us: t...

Jerry F · Jerry F

and I'm grateful to HP for it. Aloha Ohana...hope you're all doing good and are not too hot. I'm sitting next to an open windown enjoying the breeze blowing off of the Pacific Ocean which is soooo nice. I ain't taunting...seriously...just enjoying a freebee from HP.Got up early this morning and...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Sunday, June 30, 2013You are reading from the book The Language of Letting Go Accepting Change One day, my mother and I were working together in the garden. We were transplanting some plant for the third time. Grown from seed in a small container, the plants had been transferred to a larger container;...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

People have always wanted to talk to me about their problems. I guess I'm a good listener. Maybe I have something to contribute after all. --Joann ReedNo one is without value in this life. Maybe we haven't discovered our unique purpose or special gifts, but we each have a place in the universe or we woul...

Lorrie · Lorrie

My name is Lorrie and I am an alcoholic. I got sober Sept. 1, 1998. I stayed sober for 8 years. I started drinking again in 2006, no reason really, it was easily available and I guess I got thirsty. I've been drinking ever since. I am also a type 2 diabetic and I have been told by my Dr. that I must sto...

Troy · Troy

Hi, I'm Troy and I am an alcoholic. I just found this forum and am enjoying it. I'm 49 years old and have been drinking since I was 15 or so. I tried online AA only a year ago and it was a dismal failure. I may have lasted about 2 weeks before I was back to drinking. 3 weeks ago, my 19 year old son told me that he...

justadrunk · justadrunk

But I wont bother you with an elaborate explanation of my spiritual experiences and lessons for the day. I'll just say this: If you look for your HP... you will see Him. If you ask Him for help... He will provide. If you don't believe me... I love you. If you do... I love you too. -- Edited by justadrun...

Tanin · Tanin

Pacinohttp://www.deccanherald.com/content/341742/i-couldnt-cope-fame-al.html

HJF454 · HJF454

Anyone have any ESH on how long it takes for the spouse to regain trust. Also why is it they can't just seem to forgive the past as easy as us.

justadrunk · justadrunk

Saturday, June 29, 2013You are reading from the book The Language of Letting Go God's Will God's will most often happens in spite of us, not because of us. We may try to second guess what God has in mind for us, looking, searching, hypervigilant to seek God's will as though it were a buried treasure, hidd...

rm6791 · rm6791

I'm trying to gauge the level of interest in an open-source windows application for recording and storing 4th and 10th step inventories. I am a recovering alcoholic who is also a software developer. I've been working on an windows application for recording 4th and 10th step inventories, basically...

PhotoPhreak · PhotoPhreak

My family and I lost someone close to us. I am drinking right now. Someone who lives in my area knows. I can't stop crying. I think of my daughter and Eric looking at themselves with Love.

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Everything's got a moral, if only you can find it. --Lewis Carroll We must make many choices in our recovery. Some of these will strengthen our character, for they will be hard to make and sometimes even harder to accept. One of the most meaningful sayings in our program is Let go and let God. We unders...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

I ran across this again today while cleaning out my computer ... this is a re-post, but thought there may be enough new members to give them a smile ... ... ... 10. I Hate Every Bone in Her Body But Mine 9. I Ain't Never Gone To Bed with an Ugly Woman But I Woke Up With A Few 8. If The Phone Don't Rin...

Frodo · Frodo

I'm here and sane (I think). I decided after my bust to listen a hell of a lot more than I spoke, because I realise now that much of what I said wasn't humble. I'd taken a holier than thou attitude. I had IT, get me, so no matter the short cuts I'd taken I was fully qualified to lecture newbies on the 'best' way...

Bob K · Bob K

ATTITUDEThe longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts.It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than failures, than successes, than what other people think or say or do.It is more impor...

justadrunk · justadrunk

When Things Don't Work Frequently, when faced with a problem, we may attempt to solve it in a particular way. When that way doesn't work, we may continue trying to solve the problem in that same way. We may get frustrated, try harder, get more frustrated, and then exert more energy and influence into fo...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

You are driving down the road in your Corvette on a wild, stormy night, when you pass by a bus stop and you see three people waiting for the bus: 1. An old lady who looks as if she is about to die. 2. An old friend who once saved your life. 3. The perfect partner you have been dreaming about. Which one would you...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Thursday, June 27, 2013You are reading from the book The Language of Letting Go Achieving Harmony When a pianist learns a new piece of music, he or she does not sit down and instantly play it perfectly. A pianist often needs to practice each hand's work separately to learn the feel, to learn the sound. O...

Mike B. · Mike B.

June 28 "The core of our AA procedure is one alcoholic talking to another, whether that be sitting on a curbstone, in a home, or at a meeting. It's the message, not the place; it's the talk, not the alms."

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Depression and Despair Do we go about our daily work dutifully but joylessly? Have we settled for less in our jobs, homes, or relationships than we want? Have we substituted financial security or physical comfort for the freedom to pursue our heart's desires? Very few of us give ourselves the oppor...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

this works for me. How about you? As I was lying in bed pondering the problems of the world, I realized that at my age I don't really give a rat's TAIL. It's the tortoise life for me!1.. If walking is good for your health, the postman would be immortal.2.. A whale swims all day, only eats fish, drinks water...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

One comes, finally, to believe whatever one repeats to one's self, whether the statement is true or false. --Napoleon Hill Our inner dialogue can have awesome power. It often determines the behavior that defines who we are. We do, of course, have some choice as to the direction this inner dialogue wi...

Bob K · Bob K

Mike B. · Mike B.

June 26 Before we can be of any use to anybody else, we must find the beginnings of the answer for ourselves."

justadrunk · justadrunk

What I've found in this program is a belief in a HP... something I never had before working the steps. That allowed me to know that whatever is going on... even and especially when I don't like it - it's part of a higher plan. That is where I find peace. I can know that I am loved and lovable through all my m...

Saralookingtochange · Saralookingtochange

Hi I am Sara, I wanted to try the online AA. Not really sure how to go about it. Thanks Sara

Mike B. · Mike B.

June 27 "Our Traditions are set down on paper. But they were written first in our hearts. For each of us knows, instinctively I think, that AA is not ours to do with as we please. We are but caretakers to preserve the spiritual quality of our Fellowship; keep it whole for those who will come after u...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

I called your house the other day and was told you were down at your favorite biker bar with some friends.I wasn't sure where that was, but was told I wouldn't have much trouble finding it. Sure enough, I drove just a couple blocks and there it was... There is nothing like the feel of the sun on your face a...

justadrunk · justadrunk

They told me when I got here, that I never had to drink again. That seemed overwhelming!!!! I remember at my first meeting, someone mentioned they had 22 days of sobriety. I was SHOCKED! She stayed sober for 22 days WHAT THE????? Then some others said they were sober years and decades and I just flat out d...

justadrunk · justadrunk

kWednesday, June 26, 2013You are reading from the book The Language of Letting Go Surviving Slumps A slump can go on for days. We feel sluggish, unfocused, and sometimes overwhelmed with feelings we can't sort out. We may not understand what is going on with us. Even our attempts to practice recovery...

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	Today's Gift 07-03 (Preview) There are really only two ways to approach life - as victim or as gallant fighter - and you must decide if you want to act or react, deal your own cards or play with a stacked deck. And if you don't decide which way to play with life, it always plays with you. --Merle Shain Being the victim is, or was, uncomfor...	Pythonpappy	1	189	Jul 3, 2013 by Mike B.
	Sober in Italy (Preview) Hey All, So... just a quick check-in while I have a brief chunk of Internet. I wanted to share that for the past seven days I have been in Italy with my in-laws and my wife, sober. This is my first time in Italy (first time in Europe in 9 years, actually). As a gift to us, my wife's parents told us we could tag...	AdamMoz	7	1958	Jul 3, 2013 by Q
	Grapevine (Preview) July 3 "On a daily basis I choose not to drink - or to fear, hate, be angry, or indulge in any other defect that's raising its ugly head. They're all there waiting, and when given a chance they charge into the center of my life and try to take over. But when I work Step Seven I find that my life is filled w...	Mike B.	2	155	Jul 3, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Reconnecting (Preview) Hi All, Long time, no post! I just wanted to reconnect because I have been away for a while and have suffered as a result. Long story short is that I was visiting my in-laws for the past week and I had no access to internet. In addition to that lifeline being taken away, my in-laws are all extremely heavy dri...	AdamMoz	4	212	Jul 3, 2013 by Mike B.
	Good Morning Everyone! (Preview) Just wanted to come on and let everyone know that yes, I am still alive and yes, you are being thought of!! I have had to recently deal with anxiety attacks that were whipping' my butt, and some physical medical stuff related to both the anxiety and my thyroid. Seem to have the anxiety in check for the mos...	John	9	266	Jul 2, 2013 by RubyTues
	Simple definition of prayer. (Preview) I thought I would share this with you. It was so simple yet so effectively expressed. That's how I reached out to God in my time of need."For prayer isn't getting on your kneesprayer is the elevation of the heart to God. That's all a man needs. You can pray in a prison, you can pray in an airplane, you c...	gonee	6	321	Jul 2, 2013 by Frodo
	Im new here (Preview) This is the first time I have ever sought help for alcohol. Can anyone give me advice as far as to navigate this site, what is helpful on this site and what have you done that has helped you. Ive always drank but 4 years ago my daughter passed away and I have spiraled down every since. Thank you	Sydney	9	457	Jul 2, 2013 by Frodo
	Think you're spiritual? (Preview) If you can live without caffeine, If you can be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains, If you can resist complaining, If you can understand when your loved ones are too busy to give you any time, If you can take criticism and blame without resentment, If you can ignore a friend's limited education and neve...	Q	2	223	Jul 2, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 07-02 (Preview) Procrastination Higher Power, it was so easy to put things off during my addiction.I pray to remember that postponing facing up to reality is really self-pity in action. When I procrastinate about solving problems, I am only making the problems worse. Let me remember that solutions come from taki...	Pythonpappy	2	172	Jul 2, 2013 by Q
	Grapevine (Preview) July 2 "I no longer pray to have my fear removed. Today, I pray that my love grows bigger than my fear and that my humility becomes greater than my shame."	Mike B.	2	151	Jul 2, 2013 by gonee
	Walked out of a meeting today (Preview) I'm not sure what was going on. This guy brought up 'personal hygeine' as a topic, and then commenced to share on that topic in very very graphic detail. It was not good.	RubyTues	16	664	Jul 2, 2013 by Frodo
	I am new please help (Preview) How do I get to the 12 step program? Or is all I am seeing it?	Sydney	4	339	Jul 2, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Still around... (Preview) And sober. The last week has been one of the most trying times of my life. On the 25th my Future(unknown to us at the time) Son-In-Law died in an industrial accident. He was unbanding some steel coils and one fell on him. There are many reasons why this should had not occurred. But it did. God's will. T...	PhotoPhreak	9	390	Jul 2, 2013 by Jerry F
	A Soldiers Prayer (Preview) I asked God for strength, that I might achieve. I was made weak, that I might learn humbly to obey. I asked for health, that I might do greater things. I was given infirmity, that I might do better things. I asked for riches, that I might be happy. I was given poverty, that I might be wise. I asked for power th...	Bob K	4	205	Jul 2, 2013 by Rob84
	Wisdom of the Rooms (Preview) Quote of the Week "Don't ruin an apology with an excuse." Before recovery, I was full of excuses. I didn't do this because... I acted this way because she did that. He deserved it so I gave it to him, etc. On the rare occasion when I was cornered and couldn't justify my behavior, I'd make an...	Pythonpappy	2	269	Jul 2, 2013 by gonee
	Today's Gift 07-01 (Preview) He has the right to criticize who has the heart to help. -- Abraham Lincoln Our negative judgments of others very frequently inform us of our own shortcomings. In other words, what we dislike in others are often those things we hate about ourselves. Much better than criticizing another's abhorrent...	Pythonpappy	3	185	Jul 1, 2013 by justadrunk
	Thought for the day (Preview) Monday, July 1, 2013You are reading from the book The Language of Letting Go Receiving Here is an exercise. Today let someone give to you. Let someone do something nice for you. Let someone give you a compliment or tell you something good about yourself. Let someone help you. Then, stand there and take...	justadrunk	3	231	Jul 1, 2013 by gonee
	Grapevine (Preview) July 1 "I go to lots of meetings. I get there early and help set up. I stay late and help clean up. I extend my hand as it was extended to me ... I've been given a second chance and I'm here to be of service."	Mike B.	2	152	Jul 1, 2013 by gonee
	Praying advice? (Preview) Hey everyone, I'm new to AA, I have 68 days today! I've found a sponsor and of corse will be talking with her about this soon, but I thought I'd try online too. I have always believed in a higher power. I haven't had bad, or good experiences with any of it. But, I'm just having troublefor some reason praying...	3sunshine3	12	380	Jul 1, 2013 by odat
	The prayer answered. (Preview) All our prayer is recorded by God and answered. However we are not ready to accept the answer to our prayer because it is not in line with our expectations. This is where meditation is required. We have to meditate on the truth of the situation. Continued practice and prayer will eventually enable us: t...	gonee	3	221	Jul 1, 2013 by Mr_David
	Got set up this morning.... (Preview) and I'm grateful to HP for it. Aloha Ohana...hope you're all doing good and are not too hot. I'm sitting next to an open windown enjoying the breeze blowing off of the Pacific Ocean which is soooo nice. I ain't taunting...seriously...just enjoying a freebee from HP.Got up early this morning and...	Jerry F	4	348	Jul 1, 2013 by mikef
	Thought for the day (Preview) Sunday, June 30, 2013You are reading from the book The Language of Letting Go Accepting Change One day, my mother and I were working together in the garden. We were transplanting some plant for the third time. Grown from seed in a small container, the plants had been transferred to a larger container;...	justadrunk	1	198	Jul 1, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 06-30 (Preview) People have always wanted to talk to me about their problems. I guess I'm a good listener. Maybe I have something to contribute after all. --Joann ReedNo one is without value in this life. Maybe we haven't discovered our unique purpose or special gifts, but we each have a place in the universe or we woul...	Pythonpappy	0	168	Jun 30, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	This is my first attempt at AA online. (Preview) My name is Lorrie and I am an alcoholic. I got sober Sept. 1, 1998. I stayed sober for 8 years. I started drinking again in 2006, no reason really, it was easily available and I guess I got thirsty. I've been drinking ever since. I am also a type 2 diabetic and I have been told by my Dr. that I must sto...	Lorrie	11	376	Jun 30, 2013 by RubyTues
	Finally brave enough (Preview) Hi, I'm Troy and I am an alcoholic. I just found this forum and am enjoying it. I'm 49 years old and have been drinking since I was 15 or so. I tried online AA only a year ago and it was a dismal failure. I may have lasted about 2 weeks before I was back to drinking. 3 weeks ago, my 19 year old son told me that he...	Troy	12	383	Jun 30, 2013 by RubyTues
	I have a big long story to tell you (Preview) But I wont bother you with an elaborate explanation of my spiritual experiences and lessons for the day. I'll just say this: If you look for your HP... you will see Him. If you ask Him for help... He will provide. If you don't believe me... I love you. If you do... I love you too. -- Edited by justadrun...	justadrunk	3	223	Jun 30, 2013 by RubyTues
	AA Helps Actor (Preview) Pacinohttp://www.deccanherald.com/content/341742/i-couldnt-cope-fame-al.html	Tanin	0	261	Jun 29, 2013 by Tanin
	Trust (Preview) Anyone have any ESH on how long it takes for the spouse to regain trust. Also why is it they can't just seem to forgive the past as easy as us.	HJF454	6	303	Jun 30, 2013 by HJF454
	Thought for the day (Preview) Saturday, June 29, 2013You are reading from the book The Language of Letting Go God's Will God's will most often happens in spite of us, not because of us. We may try to second guess what God has in mind for us, looking, searching, hypervigilant to seek God's will as though it were a buried treasure, hidd...	justadrunk	1	187	Jun 30, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Working on 4th and 10th Step Software - Open Source (Preview) I'm trying to gauge the level of interest in an open-source windows application for recording and storing 4th and 10th step inventories. I am a recovering alcoholic who is also a software developer. I've been working on an windows application for recording 4th and 10th step inventories, basically...	rm6791	15	2912	Jun 29, 2013 by Tanin
	Loss (Preview) My family and I lost someone close to us. I am drinking right now. Someone who lives in my area knows. I can't stop crying. I think of my daughter and Eric looking at themselves with Love.	PhotoPhreak	12	403	Jun 29, 2013 by mikef
	Today's Gift 06-29 (Preview) Everything's got a moral, if only you can find it. --Lewis Carroll We must make many choices in our recovery. Some of these will strengthen our character, for they will be hard to make and sometimes even harder to accept. One of the most meaningful sayings in our program is Let go and let God. We unders...	Pythonpappy	1	212	Jun 29, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Humor --- Top 10 Country Hits (Preview) I ran across this again today while cleaning out my computer ... this is a re-post, but thought there may be enough new members to give them a smile ... ... ... 10. I Hate Every Bone in Her Body But Mine 9. I Ain't Never Gone To Bed with an Ugly Woman But I Woke Up With A Few 8. If The Phone Don't Rin...	Pythonpappy	9	594	Jun 29, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Hey all (updates and misc) (Preview) I'm here and sane (I think). I decided after my bust to listen a hell of a lot more than I spoke, because I realise now that much of what I said wasn't humble. I'd taken a holier than thou attitude. I had IT, get me, so no matter the short cuts I'd taken I was fully qualified to lecture newbies on the 'best' way...	Frodo	12	446	Jun 29, 2013 by Jerry F
	Attitude (Preview) ATTITUDEThe longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts.It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than failures, than successes, than what other people think or say or do.It is more impor...	Bob K	2	208	Jun 29, 2013 by Jerry F
	Thought for the day - FRIDAY! (Preview) When Things Don't Work Frequently, when faced with a problem, we may attempt to solve it in a particular way. When that way doesn't work, we may continue trying to solve the problem in that same way. We may get frustrated, try harder, get more frustrated, and then exert more energy and influence into fo...	justadrunk	3	272	Jun 29, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Think Outside of the Box --- humor (Preview) You are driving down the road in your Corvette on a wild, stormy night, when you pass by a bus stop and you see three people waiting for the bus: 1. An old lady who looks as if she is about to die. 2. An old friend who once saved your life. 3. The perfect partner you have been dreaming about. Which one would you...	Pythonpappy	4	296	Jun 28, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Thought for the day (Preview) Thursday, June 27, 2013You are reading from the book The Language of Letting Go Achieving Harmony When a pianist learns a new piece of music, he or she does not sit down and instantly play it perfectly. A pianist often needs to practice each hand's work separately to learn the feel, to learn the sound. O...	justadrunk	3	184	Jun 28, 2013 by Mike B.
	Grapevine (Preview) June 28 "The core of our AA procedure is one alcoholic talking to another, whether that be sitting on a curbstone, in a home, or at a meeting. It's the message, not the place; it's the talk, not the alms."	Mike B.	2	219	Jun 28, 2013 by Q
	Today's Gift 06-28 (Preview) Depression and Despair Do we go about our daily work dutifully but joylessly? Have we settled for less in our jobs, homes, or relationships than we want? Have we substituted financial security or physical comfort for the freedom to pursue our heart's desires? Very few of us give ourselves the oppor...	Pythonpappy	1	192	Jun 28, 2013 by Mike B.
	I Been Thinkin' (Preview) this works for me. How about you? As I was lying in bed pondering the problems of the world, I realized that at my age I don't really give a rat's TAIL. It's the tortoise life for me!1.. If walking is good for your health, the postman would be immortal.2.. A whale swims all day, only eats fish, drinks water...	Pythonpappy	2	260	Jun 28, 2013 by justadrunk
	Today's Gift 06-27 (Preview) One comes, finally, to believe whatever one repeats to one's self, whether the statement is true or false. --Napoleon Hill Our inner dialogue can have awesome power. It often determines the behavior that defines who we are. We do, of course, have some choice as to the direction this inner dialogue wi...	Pythonpappy	11	323	Jun 28, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	The Teacher (Preview)	Bob K	6	268	Jun 28, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	Grapevine (Preview) June 26 Before we can be of any use to anybody else, we must find the beginnings of the answer for ourselves."	Mike B.	4	158	Jun 28, 2013 by gonee
	Thank you (Preview) What I've found in this program is a belief in a HP... something I never had before working the steps. That allowed me to know that whatever is going on... even and especially when I don't like it - it's part of a higher plan. That is where I find peace. I can know that I am loved and lovable through all my m...	justadrunk	8	358	Jun 28, 2013 by gonee
	Sara- new here not sure where to introduce myself here (Preview) Hi I am Sara, I wanted to try the online AA. Not really sure how to go about it. Thanks Sara	Saralookingtochange	11	383	Jun 28, 2013 by gonee
	Grapevine (Preview) June 27 "Our Traditions are set down on paper. But they were written first in our hearts. For each of us knows, instinctively I think, that AA is not ours to do with as we please. We are but caretakers to preserve the spiritual quality of our Fellowship; keep it whole for those who will come after u...	Mike B.	4	179	Jun 28, 2013 by gonee
	Humor - Getting Old (Preview) I called your house the other day and was told you were down at your favorite biker bar with some friends.I wasn't sure where that was, but was told I wouldn't have much trouble finding it. Sure enough, I drove just a couple blocks and there it was... There is nothing like the feel of the sun on your face a...	Pythonpappy	8	331	Jun 27, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Promises (Preview) They told me when I got here, that I never had to drink again. That seemed overwhelming!!!! I remember at my first meeting, someone mentioned they had 22 days of sobriety. I was SHOCKED! She stayed sober for 22 days WHAT THE????? Then some others said they were sober years and decades and I just flat out d...	justadrunk	4	345	Jun 26, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	Thought for the day (Preview) kWednesday, June 26, 2013You are reading from the book The Language of Letting Go Surviving Slumps A slump can go on for days. We feel sluggish, unfocused, and sometimes overwhelmed with feelings we can't sort out. We may not understand what is going on with us. Even our attempts to practice recovery...	justadrunk	4	383	Jun 27, 2013 by Pythonpappy
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