Alcoholics Anonymous

d_willing · d_willing

So last night I had the most realistic dream I have ever had, and it was not about anything I have ever thought of doing. I killed myself. YIKES. I built a contraption that cut both my arms off at the wrists so blood would flow out of me and I would die. Sorry to be gruesome. Anyways, i used the contraptio...

StPeteDean · StPeteDean

for my friend Barbara Munday. She is fighting cancer post-op and is having serious complications with skin grafts that the surgeon now is refusing to fix. Her life hangs in the balance, prayers are needed in the hopes that Shands Hospital Jax, FL will take her back and fix her up. Please say a small pr...

betterthanyesterday52 · betterthanyesterday52

I am feeling depressed. Been that way a good part of today. Think the ole "woe-is-me's" are raring their ugly heads and have been trying to not be worried about my current living situation which I cannot change right now, my family situation (which my daughter is not even emailing me like sh...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Making prompt amends is the fresh air of each new day. --Sandra Little Today brings us a new hill to climb and a new view from the top. Taking time to reflect about our daily journeys is a challenging adventure in self-discovery. Looking down, we see our past trials and difficulties as lessons to learn f...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Weekly Quote"It takes some of us a lifetime to learn that Christ, our Good Shepherd, knows exactly what He is doing with us. He understands us perfectly." Phillip KellerWeekly ThoughtWhen you were a child or teen, did you ever hope for something with seemingly all of your heartbut it nev...

Mike B. · Mike B.

November 18 "How wonderful to be sober, to be able to think clearly (at times, at least), and to become aware of some portion of the greater wisdom concealed so deeply within myself."

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"If you don't design your own life plan, chances are you'll fall into someone else's plan. And guess what they have planned for you? Not much.."- Jim Rohn

d_willing · d_willing

So I am on a great path now, doing very well, hopeful etc. Here's my dilemma... We became friendly with our neighbors when they moved in a year or so ago, then they had to move 12 hrs away because he had lost his job. They finally sold the house so they are back in town one final time and are going to come over...

pinkchip · pinkchip

I banned all the "kitchen" spammers. Maybe new ones will come dunno. But I will ban them too. It annoyed me after I deleted all those posts they had the audacity to just do it again. Maybe they just have some spambot machine beats me. Anyhow. Spam posts will not just be deleted but if t...

poi77 · poi77

Hi all - I am poi and I'm an alcoholic. Took me awhile to get to that acceptance because my drinking pattern was not typical but I know that I never was just a social drinker. I was just thinking about my days of drinking and I always had social anxiety. Sometimes when I drank my social anxiety actually...

d_willing · d_willing

I just wanted to post and say that I am feeling pretty good today. Most of my prior relapses have happened either on a Friday night or Saturday morning. Its saturday night, no booze in the house, not going out, and I am sober. I have only missed one meeting which was the night my neighbor came over, which...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Commitment As we walk through life, there are many things and people we may lose, or lose out on, if we are unwilling to commit. We need to make a commitment for relationships to grow beyond the dating stage, to have the home or apartment we want, the job we want, or the car we desire. We must commit, on dee...

Butterfinger · Butterfinger

I have been sober for a week. For a long time now a few weeks is about the longest stretch I've been able to go without binge drinking. I have many good reasons to get clean. I'm a bit of an aa drifter, in when I feel bad, out once I feel better, rinse, repeat. I barely recognize myself these days. It's like I lo...

pinkchip · pinkchip

I did pass that exam today. Now I am Pinkchip, LMHC, CAP. The CAP part was what I passed today. Certified Addictions Professional. My crap no longer stinks and I am officially better than all of you. As if. But thanks for the support guys.

tlcinrecovery · tlcinrecovery

Hello to everyone, Just want to intro myself and say "hi". New to recovery, just 3 months as of 11/09/2013. I have many questions for the board, but want to just say hi today and learn about this board. Thanks, T

justadrunk · justadrunk

Just sittin around reading - eating pickles and being one.

Stepchild · Stepchild

Can we clean up these kitchen threads and block these idiots? They're harshing my serenity.

mandm · mandm

Hello everyone, I needed to get this off my chest so I figured I'd come to this board to see what people say. So my fiancé whom never drinks or should I more say rarely drinks, owns a store , today I came to the store because normally we spend most nights together, and her and the girl she works with where part...

robbie0330 · robbie0330

No you cannot reason with a drunk As I write this pointlessness in real time They just got home, from the ball in Hollywood Hills no you cannot reason with a drunk He tries to calm her down oh he does such for her... as she screams at the invisible enimies that stand before her.... She preaches of jesu...

Angell · Angell

Hello MIP family! I am on a public computer at a hotel that my wife is attending a meeting at right now...so nice to be able to be online. :) Anywho, I don't recall what our last situation was but we are staying on a friends property in rural Washington state. He has a converted shop he has rented to us at $3...

Closer · Closer

Its taken me a long time to realize this. Ive done a ton of meetings. Ive learnt the AA way of life, and I see people every day suffering. I want everyone browsing this board whos reading this to behonest with themselves... Have you truly quit all drugs and alcohol??/? Whos still nipping a beer or tw...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

A few days ago, my computer compressed all the displays from this web site ... I could not figure out what happened ...Tasha suggested a cure and it worked ... Now, everything is back to normal and I am elated ... just wanted everyone to know that we can help each other in many, many ways ... Thank You Tash...

pinkchip · pinkchip

I have some old contacts from prior jobs I had. One of my old colleagues who has progress into management talked about a position opening up with my old company that would be a clinical director position. In the process of trying to dial my friend, I accidentally butt dialed the boss I had 3 and a half ye...

Standing_Tall · Standing_Tall

Have been lurking for a while, viewing the posts, attending meetings and just thought I would check in and give all an update. Things on the homefront seem to be getting a little better. Though we are separated right now, the wife has asked me to call her once a day just so that she can hear my voice and ha...

betterthanyesterday52 · betterthanyesterday52

I sure did. I cannot count the number of times I got my feelings hurt, got upset over something someone said or "did" to me. I would drink my wine and/or beer and think how much better I would feel after I drank and how much better I could deal with "that other person's insensitivity"...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Sharing our experiences heightens our joy and lessens out pain.Not letting other people know what's troubling us causes the problem to trouble us even more. "Secrets keep us stuck," say the wise ones on our journey. Sharing what's on our mind with a friend or sponsor gives that person an o...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"You have it easily in your power to increase the sum total of this world's happiness now. How? By giving a few words of sincere appreciation to someone who is lonely or discouraged. Perhaps you will forget tomorrow the kind words you say today, but the recipient may cherish them over a lifeti...

gonee · gonee

Robert Holbrook Smith (August 8, 1879 - November 16, 1950), also known as Dr. Bob, was an American physician and surgeon who co-founded Alcoholics Anonymous with Bill Wilson, more commonly known as Bill W. A great man died on this day 63 years ago. He gave his life to AA to help drunks like myself to live...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Is it me, or did the screen change a few days ago to exhibit a condensed, smaller, print/type style ??? ... It's so small, I have trouble reading the message board ... I'm using a 'desktop' computer and didn't know if I inadvertently hit something that caused this or if it was changed elsewhere ... this i...

Mike B. · Mike B.

November 15 "We now know that we do not have to run away, nor ought we again try to overcome adversity by still another bulldozing power drive that can only push up obstacles before us faster than they can be taken down."

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

This Mouse must give up one of the Mouse ways of seeing things in order that he may grow. --Hyemeyohsts Storm There is an American Indian tale of a mouse who heard a roaring in his ears and set out to discover what it was. He encountered many animals who helped him on his way. Finally, the mouse had a chance t...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Always choose the path that moves in the directions of your dreams. Though your journey may be filled with many winding roads. When you are inspired to follow your dreams, you eventually find success and discover it is less about the destination and more about the manner in which you travel...

Brandi L · Brandi L

I tried to talk to him about it but he denied it, of course. He was visibly intoxicated. I only have a little over two weeks sober but went to my first meeting yesterday. Feel good about my end of things currently but disappointed and concerned with him... any thoughts?

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

I cannot give you the formula for success, but I can give you the formula for failure - try to please everybody. --Herbert Bayard Swope Principles are rules or codes of conduct we set for ourselves; like being honest, striving to be on time, and taking responsibility for bills and expenses. It is up to...

Brandi L · Brandi L

I've lost everything that ever mattered to me due to drinking. I have no income, no job, currently sleeping in a cousin's basement since I lost my home earlier this year, vehicle's gone, marriage (to another alcoholic I met in early recovery 4 years ago) is on the rocks (and I don't even care), family di...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Humility is strong, not bold; quiet, not speechless; sure, not arrogant."- Estelle Smith

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

Hey All, I haven't posted in a while but had an interesting circumstance take place this morning that I wanted to share. Before I do, though, here is some brief background: I was born to a biological father who was an alcoholic. My mom left him when I was two years old and re-married a man who was not an alco...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

-- Edited by Pythonpappy on Wednesday 13th of November 2013 04:43:05 PM

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

It takes about ten years to get used to how old you are.--UnknownIf it is hard to adjust to our age, how much harder it must be to realize we can't even run our own life with any degree of competence. Until we get used to that idea, we will keep having living troubles. Accepting our incompetence doesn't hav...

Mike B. · Mike B.

November 14 "I have always carried a meeting list and quarter for a phone call because I don't know when I am going to want another drink."

d_willing · d_willing

I was new to this board a few days ago, I have so little hope. I am at the end of a 4 day mess. I talked to my wife tonight and let her know what I need to do to start to get better. I think I have used the time commitment of AA as an excuse for too long, like I need to be with my family to bring their lives some more ch...

gonee · gonee

Although treatment for the disease of alcoholism is freely available through AA's 12 step program and meetings, few there be that accept it. Yet for many other diseases where treatment is costly and difficult, the patients humbly accept whatever they can get. I can only thank God for keeping me aliv...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

This is even funnier when you realize it's a true story! Next time you have a bad day at work think of this guy. Bob is a commercial saturation diver for Global Divers in Louisiana He performs underwater repairs on offshore drilling rigs. Below is an E-mail he sent to his sister. She then sent it to radio...

d_willing · d_willing

I am just wondering how long it was for you all before you were able to have a good nights sleep. My head races so much at night that I just lay there thinking and watching the clock. Just wondering what your experiences were with a restful sleep once you started recovery? I don't want to take prescriptio...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"As your consciousness expands, your level of expectation will grow. Keep asking yourself, am I selling myself short? Most of us are."- John R. Spannuth

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Love, and love alone, is capable of giving thee a happier life. --Ludwig van Beethoven We are making a response to life's every waking moment; our attitudes formulate the tenor of our responses. When the sun warms our bodies and the flowers tease our nostrils, it may be easy to love everyone and smile....

Random68 · Random68

I have 30 minutes to kill. Violently they will succumb. Thirty minutes of introspection, revelation, and relation. 29 minutes now... No more putting it off. (big breath) Hi I'm Craig and I am an alcoholic who has been thinking I can handle buying a bottle and just sipping; who has been fantasizing...

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

Hey Everyone, Happy Wednesday. I woke up this morning and started thinking a lot about the holidays and the association with drinking alcohol, all in the name of being "festive." I'm thinking also about the circumstance of being trapped in a space with a room full of relatives who are all t...

Mike B. · Mike B.

November 13 "When I first started in AA, I began each day asking God to help keep me sober that day, and ended each night by thanking him for another day of sobriety. I still end each day that way, as I have done almost every night during the past forty-one years. It is a routine for me, but every once i...

Mike D · Mike D

Hi all, I have a little story from my personal life to share with all of you. Hope you'll bear with me. I'll try to keep it short. Back in the early months of 1987, when my daughter was about 3 yrs. old, I had been diagnosed as a chronic alcoholic and had just been kicked out of an alcohol treatment center f...

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	Once upon a dream... (Preview) So last night I had the most realistic dream I have ever had, and it was not about anything I have ever thought of doing. I killed myself. YIKES. I built a contraption that cut both my arms off at the wrists so blood would flow out of me and I would die. Sorry to be gruesome. Anyways, i used the contraptio...	d_willing	4	420	Nov 19, 2013 by Stepchild
	Please say a prayer (Preview) for my friend Barbara Munday. She is fighting cancer post-op and is having serious complications with skin grafts that the surgeon now is refusing to fix. Her life hangs in the balance, prayers are needed in the hopes that Shands Hospital Jax, FL will take her back and fix her up. Please say a small pr...	StPeteDean	26	946	Nov 19, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Feeling a Little Down Tonight.... (Preview) I am feeling depressed. Been that way a good part of today. Think the ole "woe-is-me's" are raring their ugly heads and have been trying to not be worried about my current living situation which I cannot change right now, my family situation (which my daughter is not even emailing me like sh...	betterthanyesterday52	7	380	Nov 18, 2013 by justadrunk
	Today's Gift (Preview) Making prompt amends is the fresh air of each new day. --Sandra Little Today brings us a new hill to climb and a new view from the top. Taking time to reflect about our daily journeys is a challenging adventure in self-discovery. Looking down, we see our past trials and difficulties as lessons to learn f...	Pythonpappy	1	289	Nov 18, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Weekly Thought --- (religious concept) (Preview) Weekly Quote"It takes some of us a lifetime to learn that Christ, our Good Shepherd, knows exactly what He is doing with us. He understands us perfectly." Phillip KellerWeekly ThoughtWhen you were a child or teen, did you ever hope for something with seemingly all of your heartbut it nev...	Pythonpappy	1	309	Nov 18, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Grapevine (Preview) November 18 "How wonderful to be sober, to be able to think clearly (at times, at least), and to become aware of some portion of the greater wisdom concealed so deeply within myself."	Mike B.	2	315	Nov 18, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "If you don't design your own life plan, chances are you'll fall into someone else's plan. And guess what they have planned for you? Not much.."- Jim Rohn	Pythonpappy	1	283	Nov 18, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Bad timing, need to stay strong (Preview) So I am on a great path now, doing very well, hopeful etc. Here's my dilemma... We became friendly with our neighbors when they moved in a year or so ago, then they had to move 12 hrs away because he had lost his job. They finally sold the house so they are back in town one final time and are going to come over...	d_willing	31	798	Nov 18, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	SPAMMERS BEWARE!!! (Preview) I banned all the "kitchen" spammers. Maybe new ones will come dunno. But I will ban them too. It annoyed me after I deleted all those posts they had the audacity to just do it again. Maybe they just have some spambot machine beats me. Anyhow. Spam posts will not just be deleted but if t...	pinkchip	11	531	Nov 18, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	drinking and social anxiety (Preview) Hi all - I am poi and I'm an alcoholic. Took me awhile to get to that acceptance because my drinking pattern was not typical but I know that I never was just a social drinker. I was just thinking about my days of drinking and I always had social anxiety. Sometimes when I drank my social anxiety actually...	poi77	5	3984	Nov 18, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Loooong Day, but happy (Preview) I just wanted to post and say that I am feeling pretty good today. Most of my prior relapses have happened either on a Friday night or Saturday morning. Its saturday night, no booze in the house, not going out, and I am sober. I have only missed one meeting which was the night my neighbor came over, which...	d_willing	9	537	Nov 18, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift (Preview) Commitment As we walk through life, there are many things and people we may lose, or lose out on, if we are unwilling to commit. We need to make a commitment for relationships to grow beyond the dating stage, to have the home or apartment we want, the job we want, or the car we desire. We must commit, on dee...	Pythonpappy	0	351	Nov 17, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Is it ever really possible to clean the slate and start a new life? (Preview) I have been sober for a week. For a long time now a few weeks is about the longest stretch I've been able to go without binge drinking. I have many good reasons to get clean. I'm a bit of an aa drifter, in when I feel bad, out once I feel better, rinse, repeat. I barely recognize myself these days. It's like I lo...	Butterfinger	18	903	Nov 18, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Credentials (Preview) I did pass that exam today. Now I am Pinkchip, LMHC, CAP. The CAP part was what I passed today. Certified Addictions Professional. My crap no longer stinks and I am officially better than all of you. As if. But thanks for the support guys.	pinkchip	13	862	Nov 18, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Newcomer to board (Preview) Hello to everyone, Just want to intro myself and say "hi". New to recovery, just 3 months as of 11/09/2013. I have many questions for the board, but want to just say hi today and learn about this board. Thanks, T	tlcinrecovery	12	657	Nov 18, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Once a pickle - never a cucumber again. (Preview) Just sittin around reading - eating pickles and being one.	justadrunk	10	1640	Nov 17, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Question for the Mods.... (Preview) Can we clean up these kitchen threads and block these idiots? They're harshing my serenity.	Stepchild	12	516	Nov 17, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	I'm finding myself in a very odd situtation. -Friday night help. (Preview) Hello everyone, I needed to get this off my chest so I figured I'd come to this board to see what people say. So my fiancé whom never drinks or should I more say rarely drinks, owns a store , today I came to the store because normally we spend most nights together, and her and the girl she works with where part...	mandm	20	813	Nov 17, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	You cannot reason with a drunk (Preview) No you cannot reason with a drunk As I write this pointlessness in real time They just got home, from the ball in Hollywood Hills no you cannot reason with a drunk He tries to calm her down oh he does such for her... as she screams at the invisible enimies that stand before her.... She preaches of jesu...	robbie0330	4	930	Nov 17, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Checking in! (Preview) Hello MIP family! I am on a public computer at a hotel that my wife is attending a meeting at right now...so nice to be able to be online. :) Anywho, I don't recall what our last situation was but we are staying on a friends property in rural Washington state. He has a converted shop he has rented to us at $3...	Angell	6	578	Nov 17, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	SERIOUS MESSAGE!! JUST F-IN QUIT!! (Preview) Its taken me a long time to realize this. Ive done a ton of meetings. Ive learnt the AA way of life, and I see people every day suffering. I want everyone browsing this board whos reading this to behonest with themselves... Have you truly quit all drugs and alcohol??/? Whos still nipping a beer or tw...	Closer	13	719	Nov 17, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	I Have to Say 'Thank You' to Tasha ... (Preview) A few days ago, my computer compressed all the displays from this web site ... I could not figure out what happened ...Tasha suggested a cure and it worked ... Now, everything is back to normal and I am elated ... just wanted everyone to know that we can help each other in many, many ways ... Thank You Tash...	Pythonpappy	2	402	Nov 17, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Everything happens for a reason? (Preview) I have some old contacts from prior jobs I had. One of my old colleagues who has progress into management talked about a position opening up with my old company that would be a clinical director position. In the process of trying to dial my friend, I accidentally butt dialed the boss I had 3 and a half ye...	pinkchip	9	911	Nov 17, 2013 by Jerry F
	Prayers Needed........ (Preview) Have been lurking for a while, viewing the posts, attending meetings and just thought I would check in and give all an update. Things on the homefront seem to be getting a little better. Though we are separated right now, the wife has asked me to call her once a day just so that she can hear my voice and ha...	Standing_Tall	14	703	Nov 17, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Have You Allowed or Do You Allow Other People To Cause You To Want To Drink? (Preview) I sure did. I cannot count the number of times I got my feelings hurt, got upset over something someone said or "did" to me. I would drink my wine and/or beer and think how much better I would feel after I drank and how much better I could deal with "that other person's insensitivity"...	betterthanyesterday52	24	1236	Nov 17, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift (Preview) Sharing our experiences heightens our joy and lessens out pain.Not letting other people know what's troubling us causes the problem to trouble us even more. "Secrets keep us stuck," say the wise ones on our journey. Sharing what's on our mind with a friend or sponsor gives that person an o...	Pythonpappy	2	299	Nov 16, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "You have it easily in your power to increase the sum total of this world's happiness now. How? By giving a few words of sincere appreciation to someone who is lonely or discouraged. Perhaps you will forget tomorrow the kind words you say today, but the recipient may cherish them over a lifeti...	Pythonpappy	2	292	Nov 16, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Co-founder Dr Bob. (Preview) Robert Holbrook Smith (August 8, 1879 - November 16, 1950), also known as Dr. Bob, was an American physician and surgeon who co-founded Alcoholics Anonymous with Bill Wilson, more commonly known as Bill W. A great man died on this day 63 years ago. He gave his life to AA to help drunks like myself to live...	gonee	4	648	Nov 16, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	To the Moderators ... &/or John (Preview) Is it me, or did the screen change a few days ago to exhibit a condensed, smaller, print/type style ??? ... It's so small, I have trouble reading the message board ... I'm using a 'desktop' computer and didn't know if I inadvertently hit something that caused this or if it was changed elsewhere ... this i...	Pythonpappy	5	417	Nov 16, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grapevine (Preview) November 15 "We now know that we do not have to run away, nor ought we again try to overcome adversity by still another bulldozing power drive that can only push up obstacles before us faster than they can be taken down."	Mike B.	3	283	Nov 16, 2013 by Mr_David
	Today's Gift (Preview) This Mouse must give up one of the Mouse ways of seeing things in order that he may grow. --Hyemeyohsts Storm There is an American Indian tale of a mouse who heard a roaring in his ears and set out to discover what it was. He encountered many animals who helped him on his way. Finally, the mouse had a chance t...	Pythonpappy	3	300	Nov 16, 2013 by Mr_David
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Always choose the path that moves in the directions of your dreams. Though your journey may be filled with many winding roads. When you are inspired to follow your dreams, you eventually find success and discover it is less about the destination and more about the manner in which you travel...	Pythonpappy	3	301	Nov 16, 2013 by Mr_David
	Husband Came Home Drunk Tonight... (Preview) I tried to talk to him about it but he denied it, of course. He was visibly intoxicated. I only have a little over two weeks sober but went to my first meeting yesterday. Feel good about my end of things currently but disappointed and concerned with him... any thoughts?	Brandi L	13	589	Nov 15, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Today's Gift --- I missed one last week ... It's a good'n! (Preview) I cannot give you the formula for success, but I can give you the formula for failure - try to please everybody. --Herbert Bayard Swope Principles are rules or codes of conduct we set for ourselves; like being honest, striving to be on time, and taking responsibility for bills and expenses. It is up to...	Pythonpappy	1	294	Nov 15, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Two Weeks Sober & Overwhelmed... (Preview) I've lost everything that ever mattered to me due to drinking. I have no income, no job, currently sleeping in a cousin's basement since I lost my home earlier this year, vehicle's gone, marriage (to another alcoholic I met in early recovery 4 years ago) is on the rocks (and I don't even care), family di...	Brandi L	19	2726	Nov 15, 2013 by Butterfinger
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Humility is strong, not bold; quiet, not speechless; sure, not arrogant."- Estelle Smith	Pythonpappy	0	292	Nov 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Chip Off the Old Block (Preview) Hey All, I haven't posted in a while but had an interesting circumstance take place this morning that I wanted to share. Before I do, though, here is some brief background: I was born to a biological father who was an alcoholic. My mom left him when I was two years old and re-married a man who was not an alco...	AdamMoz	7	592	Nov 15, 2013 by justadrunk
	This is Great ... warning, Religious content!!! (Preview) -- Edited by Pythonpappy on Wednesday 13th of November 2013 04:43:05 PM	Pythonpappy	3	320	Nov 15, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Today's Gift (Preview) It takes about ten years to get used to how old you are.--UnknownIf it is hard to adjust to our age, how much harder it must be to realize we can't even run our own life with any degree of competence. Until we get used to that idea, we will keep having living troubles. Accepting our incompetence doesn't hav...	Pythonpappy	1	286	Nov 14, 2013 by mikey50
	Grapevine (Preview) November 14 "I have always carried a meeting list and quarter for a phone call because I don't know when I am going to want another drink."	Mike B.	3	362	Nov 14, 2013 by mikey50
	Dissapointment (Preview) I was new to this board a few days ago, I have so little hope. I am at the end of a 4 day mess. I talked to my wife tonight and let her know what I need to do to start to get better. I think I have used the time commitment of AA as an excuse for too long, like I need to be with my family to bring their lives some more ch...	d_willing	32	918	Nov 14, 2013 by Stepchild
	Cunning, baffling, powerful! (Preview) Although treatment for the disease of alcoholism is freely available through AA's 12 step program and meetings, few there be that accept it. Yet for many other diseases where treatment is costly and difficult, the patients humbly accept whatever they can get. I can only thank God for keeping me aliv...	gonee	5	718	Nov 14, 2013 by 2granddaughters
	Time for a 'funny' ... this made me think of StPeteDean and his diving !!! (Preview) This is even funnier when you realize it's a true story! Next time you have a bad day at work think of this guy. Bob is a commercial saturation diver for Global Divers in Louisiana He performs underwater repairs on offshore drilling rigs. Below is an E-mail he sent to his sister. She then sent it to radio...	Pythonpappy	0	346	Nov 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Sleeping... (Preview) I am just wondering how long it was for you all before you were able to have a good nights sleep. My head races so much at night that I just lay there thinking and watching the clock. Just wondering what your experiences were with a restful sleep once you started recovery? I don't want to take prescriptio...	d_willing	10	880	Nov 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "As your consciousness expands, your level of expectation will grow. Keep asking yourself, am I selling myself short? Most of us are."- John R. Spannuth	Pythonpappy	0	325	Nov 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift (Preview) Love, and love alone, is capable of giving thee a happier life. --Ludwig van Beethoven We are making a response to life's every waking moment; our attitudes formulate the tenor of our responses. When the sun warms our bodies and the flowers tease our nostrils, it may be easy to love everyone and smile....	Pythonpappy	0	350	Nov 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	The Tickle (Preview) I have 30 minutes to kill. Violently they will succumb. Thirty minutes of introspection, revelation, and relation. 29 minutes now... No more putting it off. (big breath) Hi I'm Craig and I am an alcoholic who has been thinking I can handle buying a bottle and just sipping; who has been fantasizing...	Random68	3	637	Nov 13, 2013 by justadrunk
	The Holidays (Preview) Hey Everyone, Happy Wednesday. I woke up this morning and started thinking a lot about the holidays and the association with drinking alcohol, all in the name of being "festive." I'm thinking also about the circumstance of being trapped in a space with a room full of relatives who are all t...	AdamMoz	5	867	Nov 14, 2013 by davep12and12
	Grapevine (Preview) November 13 "When I first started in AA, I began each day asking God to help keep me sober that day, and ended each night by thanking him for another day of sobriety. I still end each day that way, as I have done almost every night during the past forty-one years. It is a routine for me, but every once i...	Mike B.	2	376	Nov 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	The Doll Cradle (Preview) Hi all, I have a little story from my personal life to share with all of you. Hope you'll bear with me. I'll try to keep it short. Back in the early months of 1987, when my daughter was about 3 yrs. old, I had been diagnosed as a chronic alcoholic and had just been kicked out of an alcohol treatment center f...	Mike D	8	637	Nov 14, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
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