Alcoholics Anonymous

Col · Col

I've heard many people say that they feel unsettled coming up on a year sober. I dunno if I feel unsettled, or proud, or dissappointed that 'all my dreams' haven't come true, or what. I feel good, but that makes me nervous. Haha- ive Never felt good. It's like, ok- my first day of sobriety I remember (asid...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

I Am Who I Am Sometimes we want to be someone else anyone but who we are. We want to be someone who feels more free and at peace. We want to be someone who doesn't have to take medications day after day. We want to be free of the pain and loneliness our illness has brought us. But whether we get what we want or not...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Finally going in to begin the process of finding out exactly where I stand with my back. I've always had 'a bad back' but never really knew to what extent until I was rear ended and had to have an MRI. At that time, about 5 yrs ago - I was told I have degenerative problems and the back of a 60 year old. I was ab...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Welcome to MIP ... glad you found us ... looking forward to your posts ... Love ya and God Bless, Pappy

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Resolve to be thyself; and know that who finds himself, loses his misery. --Matthew Arnold Our need for approval compels us to try to look good - no matter what's going on. We imagine that somehow everything will be okay as long as it looks okay. Our hearts may be breaking from fear, disillusionment, an...

maire rua · maire rua

It has been a while since I posted but have dropped in to read the posts regularly. I have been ill for a lot of this winter. Did not miss work until this week, and know that I need to rest up with this particular type of flu. It did not hit me this time until I got my accounts done so was delighted about that as th...

mandm · mandm

is there a meeting tonight?

AlcoHater · AlcoHater

Without going into too much detail, I fired my sponsor some months back. Cut from different cloths, I guess. Anyway, I find that not too much has changed (I still avoid the drink like the plague) and still go to at least 2 F2F meetings a week. In other words, I seem to be doing as "good", if not be...

SteveP · SteveP

...isn't a problem for us in the Fellowship of AA. I was listening recently to a radio interview of an English actress who moved to LA seven years ago for Hollywood work (she's still there). She wasn't complaining or anything, but she did say how hard she found it to make friends when she first got there....

zzworldontheweb · zzworldontheweb

The other day I entered a meeting and one of my fellow AA's, was standing inside the doorway shaking everybody's hand and greeting them as they walked in. I've noticed this a few times, and even heard of some sponsors advising their sponsee to do this if they feel they are having trouble connecting...

bikerbill · bikerbill

Back now. All is well but with limited time and many calls on it, somethings tend to slip down the priority order. Just for reassurance tho', continued sobriety and AA fellowship is always there in some way, shape or form. I've kept my meetings up, tho' sometimes it's been only 2 a week. Fortunately up...

RubyTues · RubyTues

I was meeting with some colleagues earlier. One of them had brought small cinnamon buns. I ate one and then thought there was a funny taste to it. Either booze, or molasses maybe. Well, I got myself into a complete tailspin that I had accidentally had booze in this cinnamon bun. I couldn't concentrate f...

Mike B. · Mike B.

April 16"I make a conscious effort to keep it simple, because the simpler I make it, the happier I become."

mikef · mikef

Today's tragedy in Boston really hit home for me..In 2003, my 3rd of 4 Boston Marathons I was exactly at the spot where the bomb went off. I looked at clock as runners were finishing today and that year(2003) as I was slowing I finished in 4:10, the bomb exploded today at 4:09:44 ,,16 seconds from finish...

gonee · gonee

What shall I say today? I have no need for myself, so I am going to pray for you.I pray that God heals you.I pray that God blesses your home.I pray that God protects you from the evil one.I pray that God blesses your marriage and your children.Father God, This is my request for my Brethren, this day, which I...

Col · Col

Ok- sometimes I'm a little slow on the uptake lol. It seemed to me that as of late, things just aren't going my way. Mostly little things, but they do tend to add up pretty rapidly and become overwhelming. I thought I got kicked out of a service position- not true. There was a simple misunderstanding at my...

ChristineG · ChristineG

Good morning! I haven't spent much time here lately and wanted to say hi. I'm still sober which is amazing to me.Going to meetings almost daily. I have met so many amazing people! At a point now where I consider many of them friends. Doing more and more things outside of meetings with them. Still the gre...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Ojibwa PrayerOh Great Spirit, whose voice I hear in the winds And whose breath gives life to everyone, Hear me. I come to you as one of your many children; I am weak... I am small...I need your wisdom and your strength. Let me walk in beauty, and make my eyes ever behold the red and purple sunsets. Make m...

turninggrey · turninggrey

I am a Catholic, but admittedly a bad one. It is like my ADD dreads going and sitting for an hour plus. I am a true believer in Christ, but I am dreading complying with my own religion. I love to keep things simple, but the organization makes it complex. I am humble before my HP, and have lots of faith, but the...

justadrunk · justadrunk

So here's my analogy of what just happened to me last night. My sponsor told me that she wanted me to only have one sponsor. Fine. But this is the first I've heard of it, yet she claims she told me that before??? We had a lengthy honest discussion about where I stood with breaking it off with the sponsor...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

God does not ask your ability Or your inability. He asks only your availability. --Mary Kay Ash Reasons for gratitude are easy to find. If we're breathing, we can think of people hooked up to oxygen tanks. If our skin is smooth, we can remember people suffering in burn units. If we ran into a store for a mi...

Mike B. · Mike B.

April 15 "My sponsor ... gave me some good advice. 'Take the words success and failure out of your vocabulary. Replace them with honesty and effort.'" -- Edited by Mike B. on Monday 15th of April 2013 06:42:24 AM

gonee · gonee

Thank you, Lord for sobriety and gifts abundant.Lord heal us spiritually, for we have been spiritually sick. I pray that we will come up higher to where you are. Give us strength to be a witness for your love and glory in all that we do and touch. Use us Lord mightily, while we still have the physical stren...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

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 Ring, You'll Know It's Me 7. I've missed You, But My Aim's Improvin' 6. Wouldn't Take Her to A Dogfight 'Cause I'm Scared She'd Win 5. I'm So Miserable...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Weekly VerseAnd do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. -Hebrews 13:16Weekly QuoteNothing is really ours until we share it. -C.S. LewisWeekly ThoughtAs a Christmas present, Michael received a brand new car from a close friend who had just inheri...

gonee · gonee

"Frothy emotional appeal seldom suffices. The message which can interest and hold these alcoholic people must have depth and weight. In nearly all cases, their ideals must be grounded in a power greater than themselves, if they are to re-create their lives." Doctors opinion AA book. T...

justadrunk · justadrunk

The two-night festival is the culmination of Clapton's US tour, which kicked off March 14 in support of his new album, Old Sock. All profits from the festival will benefit The Crossroads Centre in Antigua, a treatment and education facility founded by Clapton for chemically dependent people. The f...

mandm · mandm

I just finished watching the avengers, and there is a line where the Hulk is about to face a monster and captin america says to him , now would be a time to get angry, and the hulk replies thats my secret i'm always angry. I needed to get this on paper, i am two very differn't people. person a : is an artist , l...

Spiritusgirl · Spiritusgirl

I am new here, and I'm struggling to relate with some of the stories I read. I sometimes wonder if I am an alcoholic or not. But I VERY much relate to a lot of the struggles and feelings that accompany the steps and stories. I know that most people say that you are an alcoholic if you call yourself one but I am j...

justadrunk · justadrunk

No matter how bad it seems, or how much it hurts, I have my whole life to get through it. My HP is with me, and letting me feel the pain and feel the feelings, and that is a gift. I couldn't do that before. I know I'll make it to the other side, and there will be a lesson, and a reason, and I can be quiet and listen...

SteveP · SteveP

Never cease to be grateful for sober mornings. Waking up without a pounding head, feeling like being sick or actually being sick, sweat on the forehead as I try and recall last nights' e-mails and social networking, what did I do, etc. Basically not waking up in hell. For a lot of folks I listen to, sobr...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

No human creature can give orders to love. --George Sand If we're trying to get others to love us, all we're really doing is trying to be in control. Trying to control others can be a powerful drug. Remember, we can't control others. We can't make others love us. Our Higher Power has control, not us. So, w...

duchess9 · duchess9

Been drinking heavily for years. Trying to stop now. In the middle of the night I start feeling like I will explode. Of course, I can't sleep. I know this is normal. Any advice on dealing? I have no insurance, so cannot get any assistance in getting through it, and cannot afford to have any time off...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Do your best and leave to God the rest. -- Proverb There comes a time in facing a challenge when we have done all that we can, and still the situation remains unresolved. This is the time to turn the problem over and release our cares into the hands of spirit. When we let the Universe take charge, anything b...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Do your best and leave to God the rest. -- Proverb There comes a time in facing a challenge when we have done all that we can, and still the situation remains unresolved. This is the time to turn the problem over and release our cares into the hands of spirit. When we let the Universe take charge, anything b...

Col · Col

Not a milestone- just another day. The other night I was thinking. I usually spend some time unwinding in my kitchen- its the only room of my house in which I smoke, and I'd like to think this is where and when I get some of my best thinking done lol. This same spot- chair next to 3rd story window, legs proppe...

Bob K · Bob K

Just a reminder there will be a meeting tomorrow morning at 11 am eastern and another at 9pm eastern. Come join the recovery.

Nicole · Nicole

I hope im writing this , in the right place. And I'll try to write this as good as I can and I feel I should type this before reading anyone else's story. I think I was 14 years old when I started drinking. And I was 17 when I started drinking all the time. I would drink over 4-5 days a week or more. it wasn't unti...

RubyTues · RubyTues

Hi folks. I am in the process of beginning my step 9. I have a big one to kick off with. I am really struggling with it, however. I can't get past the idea that making amends is selfish. Really, I don't see what this person will get out of a conversation about this particular issue, and that it will come acros...

AAstudy · AAstudy

Are you thinking about attending AA or have you just started to attend? If so, PLEASE participate in a short study about your experience and get a free Starbucks gift card? If interested call Amy (213) 706-1800

Col · Col

This is how I would sum myself up. As a kid, I'd isolate and just wander through the neighborhood or the woods idly passing time. As a teenager, I did the same, going on long journeys on foot by myself- well, not really, because by this time I had a bottle with me. As an 'adult' I'd do the same- literally wand...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Even if you have never actually used these tools, you have probably assisted or watched someone use them in this fashion. I must confess.....I have actually used some of these. TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM EXPLAINED SKIL SAW: A portable cutting tool used to make boards too short. BELT SANDER: An ele...

AlcoHater · AlcoHater

Went to a meeting yesterday and who's chairing this meeting? G! For those of you not familiar, I posted a thread called "Prayers for G." not too long ago, and the response was great! (G. was hospitalised w/ a staph infection, a worrisome state, to say the least!) And there he was, telling s...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Thank everyone - I guess I just had PMS like Pappy - LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL Okay Pappy - I had to and YOU SAID IT FIRST!!!! LOL

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

STATISTICS DON'T LIE!!! How to stay safe in the world today! Where IS the Safest Place? 1.. Avoid riding in automobiles because they are responsible for 20% of all fatal accidents. 2.. Do not stay home because 17% of all accidents occur in the home. 3... Avoid walking on streets or side...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Okay, tonight after our regular meeting, which was very good I might add, we had our 'group conscience' meeting ... ... ... it started off okay ... old business was quick to get out of the way and new business was brought to the floor ... this included a discussion on 'birthday eating meetings' ... (we ty...

Mike B. · Mike B.

April 12"My soul remained a mystery until my Higher Power settled inside me, appearing to me as a very real feeling of love and caring. Kindness slowly took precedence, and I became comfortable with the idea that I didn't need a drink."

John · John

A DEA Agent stopped at a ranch in Texas and talked to an old rancher. He told the rancher, "I need to inspect your ranch for illegally grown drugs." The rancher said, "okay, but don't go into that field over there...", as he pointed out the location. The DEA Agent verbally exploded and said, "look mister...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

He that cannot forgive others breaks the bridge over which he must pass himself; for every man has need to be forgiven. --Thomas Fuller We have all seen adventure movies in which the heroes or villains are caught on a bridge that collapses. As they fall to whatever lies below, they are perhaps able to cl...

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	11 months? (Preview) I've heard many people say that they feel unsettled coming up on a year sober. I dunno if I feel unsettled, or proud, or dissappointed that 'all my dreams' haven't come true, or what. I feel good, but that makes me nervous. Haha- ive Never felt good. It's like, ok- my first day of sobriety I remember (asid...	Col	15	672	Apr 18, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 04-18 (Preview) I Am Who I Am Sometimes we want to be someone else anyone but who we are. We want to be someone who feels more free and at peace. We want to be someone who doesn't have to take medications day after day. We want to be free of the pain and loneliness our illness has brought us. But whether we get what we want or not...	Pythonpappy	1	320	Apr 18, 2013 by Mike B.
	Back (Preview) Finally going in to begin the process of finding out exactly where I stand with my back. I've always had 'a bad back' but never really knew to what extent until I was rear ended and had to have an MRI. At that time, about 5 yrs ago - I was told I have degenerative problems and the back of a 60 year old. I was ab...	justadrunk	6	497	Apr 18, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grateful (Preview)	justadrunk	4	438	Apr 18, 2013 by gonee
	Welcome BarbaraLu and yukonm, ... (Preview) Welcome to MIP ... glad you found us ... looking forward to your posts ... Love ya and God Bless, Pappy	Pythonpappy	3	433	Apr 18, 2013 by yukonm
	Today's Gift 04-17 (Preview) Resolve to be thyself; and know that who finds himself, loses his misery. --Matthew Arnold Our need for approval compels us to try to look good - no matter what's going on. We imagine that somehow everything will be okay as long as it looks okay. Our hearts may be breaking from fear, disillusionment, an...	Pythonpappy	0	662	Apr 17, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Ill but grateful (Preview) It has been a while since I posted but have dropped in to read the posts regularly. I have been ill for a lot of this winter. Did not miss work until this week, and know that I need to rest up with this particular type of flu. It did not hit me this time until I got my accounts done so was delighted about that as th...	maire rua	4	365	Apr 17, 2013 by pinkchip
	meeting at 9 ? (Preview) is there a meeting tonight?	mandm	6	489	Apr 17, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Flying Solo (Preview) Without going into too much detail, I fired my sponsor some months back. Cut from different cloths, I guess. Anyway, I find that not too much has changed (I still avoid the drink like the plague) and still go to at least 2 F2F meetings a week. In other words, I seem to be doing as "good", if not be...	AlcoHater	11	725	Apr 17, 2013 by Tanin
	Moving somewhere new and not having anyone to talk to... (Preview) ...isn't a problem for us in the Fellowship of AA. I was listening recently to a radio interview of an English actress who moved to LA seven years ago for Hollywood work (she's still there). She wasn't complaining or anything, but she did say how hard she found it to make friends when she first got there....	SteveP	8	551	Apr 17, 2013 by Rob84
	Question about greeting people in meetings. (Preview) The other day I entered a meeting and one of my fellow AA's, was standing inside the doorway shaking everybody's hand and greeting them as they walked in. I've noticed this a few times, and even heard of some sponsors advising their sponsee to do this if they feel they are having trouble connecting...	zzworldontheweb	10	698	Apr 17, 2013 by ChristineG
	I've been absent from here a while (Preview) Back now. All is well but with limited time and many calls on it, somethings tend to slip down the priority order. Just for reassurance tho', continued sobriety and AA fellowship is always there in some way, shape or form. I've kept my meetings up, tho' sometimes it's been only 2 a week. Fortunately up...	bikerbill	12	800	Apr 17, 2013 by Rob84
	Bad moment (Preview) I was meeting with some colleagues earlier. One of them had brought small cinnamon buns. I ate one and then thought there was a funny taste to it. Either booze, or molasses maybe. Well, I got myself into a complete tailspin that I had accidentally had booze in this cinnamon bun. I couldn't concentrate f...	RubyTues	9	595	Apr 17, 2013 by maire rua
	Grapevine (Preview) April 16"I make a conscious effort to keep it simple, because the simpler I make it, the happier I become."	Mike B.	0	294	Apr 16, 2013 by Mike B.
	God's grace and reflection (Preview) Today's tragedy in Boston really hit home for me..In 2003, my 3rd of 4 Boston Marathons I was exactly at the spot where the bomb went off. I looked at clock as runners were finishing today and that year(2003) as I was slowing I finished in 4:10, the bomb exploded today at 4:09:44 ,,16 seconds from finish...	mikef	8	689	Apr 16, 2013 by RubyTues
	A Christian Prayer for you. (Preview) What shall I say today? I have no need for myself, so I am going to pray for you.I pray that God heals you.I pray that God blesses your home.I pray that God protects you from the evil one.I pray that God blesses your marriage and your children.Father God, This is my request for my Brethren, this day, which I...	gonee	8	540	Apr 16, 2013 by mikef
	What?!?! You mean it's really not all about me? (Preview) Ok- sometimes I'm a little slow on the uptake lol. It seemed to me that as of late, things just aren't going my way. Mostly little things, but they do tend to add up pretty rapidly and become overwhelming. I thought I got kicked out of a service position- not true. There was a simple misunderstanding at my...	Col	9	738	Apr 16, 2013 by Rob84
	Good morning all! (Preview) Good morning! I haven't spent much time here lately and wanted to say hi. I'm still sober which is amazing to me.Going to meetings almost daily. I have met so many amazing people! At a point now where I consider many of them friends. Doing more and more things outside of meetings with them. Still the gre...	ChristineG	8	469	Apr 16, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	I fell in Love with this! --- Ojibwa (Preview) Ojibwa PrayerOh Great Spirit, whose voice I hear in the winds And whose breath gives life to everyone, Hear me. I come to you as one of your many children; I am weak... I am small...I need your wisdom and your strength. Let me walk in beauty, and make my eyes ever behold the red and purple sunsets. Make m...	Pythonpappy	5	461	Apr 15, 2013 by justadrunk
	Going to confession (Preview) I am a Catholic, but admittedly a bad one. It is like my ADD dreads going and sitting for an hour plus. I am a true believer in Christ, but I am dreading complying with my own religion. I love to keep things simple, but the organization makes it complex. I am humble before my HP, and have lots of faith, but the...	turninggrey	11	681	Apr 15, 2013 by justadrunk
	Hrmf (Preview) So here's my analogy of what just happened to me last night. My sponsor told me that she wanted me to only have one sponsor. Fine. But this is the first I've heard of it, yet she claims she told me that before??? We had a lengthy honest discussion about where I stood with breaking it off with the sponsor...	justadrunk	13	3335	Apr 15, 2013 by ChristineG
	Today's Gift 04-15 (Preview) God does not ask your ability Or your inability. He asks only your availability. --Mary Kay Ash Reasons for gratitude are easy to find. If we're breathing, we can think of people hooked up to oxygen tanks. If our skin is smooth, we can remember people suffering in burn units. If we ran into a store for a mi...	Pythonpappy	2	377	Apr 15, 2013 by Mike B.
	Grapevine (Preview) April 15 "My sponsor ... gave me some good advice. 'Take the words success and failure out of your vocabulary. Replace them with honesty and effort.'" -- Edited by Mike B. on Monday 15th of April 2013 06:42:24 AM	Mike B.	0	313	Apr 15, 2013 by Mike B.
	A short prayer. (Preview) Thank you, Lord for sobriety and gifts abundant.Lord heal us spiritually, for we have been spiritually sick. I pray that we will come up higher to where you are. Give us strength to be a witness for your love and glory in all that we do and touch. Use us Lord mightily, while we still have the physical stren...	gonee	2	386	Apr 15, 2013 by mikef
	Top Ten Country/Western Songs (Preview) 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 Ring, You'll Know It's Me 7. I've missed You, But My Aim's Improvin' 6. Wouldn't Take Her to A Dogfight 'Cause I'm Scared She'd Win 5. I'm So Miserable...	Pythonpappy	0	3362	Apr 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Weekly (Preview) Weekly VerseAnd do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. -Hebrews 13:16Weekly QuoteNothing is really ours until we share it. -C.S. LewisWeekly ThoughtAs a Christmas present, Michael received a brand new car from a close friend who had just inheri...	Pythonpappy	2	570	Apr 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Frothy emotional appeal seldom suffices. (Preview) "Frothy emotional appeal seldom suffices. The message which can interest and hold these alcoholic people must have depth and weight. In nearly all cases, their ideals must be grounded in a power greater than themselves, if they are to re-create their lives." Doctors opinion AA book. T...	gonee	4	5145	Apr 15, 2013 by justadrunk
	Crossroads (Preview) The two-night festival is the culmination of Clapton's US tour, which kicked off March 14 in support of his new album, Old Sock. All profits from the festival will benefit The Crossroads Centre in Antigua, a treatment and education facility founded by Clapton for chemically dependent people. The f...	justadrunk	8	389	Apr 15, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	I'm always angry (Preview) I just finished watching the avengers, and there is a line where the Hulk is about to face a monster and captin america says to him , now would be a time to get angry, and the hulk replies thats my secret i'm always angry. I needed to get this on paper, i am two very differn't people. person a : is an artist , l...	mandm	19	1056	Apr 15, 2013 by justadrunk
	What makes someone an alcoholic? Definitions for you? (Preview) I am new here, and I'm struggling to relate with some of the stories I read. I sometimes wonder if I am an alcoholic or not. But I VERY much relate to a lot of the struggles and feelings that accompany the steps and stories. I know that most people say that you are an alcoholic if you call yourself one but I am j...	Spiritusgirl	25	826	Apr 15, 2013 by Sports dude
	This is just one day. (Preview) No matter how bad it seems, or how much it hurts, I have my whole life to get through it. My HP is with me, and letting me feel the pain and feel the feelings, and that is a gift. I couldn't do that before. I know I'll make it to the other side, and there will be a lesson, and a reason, and I can be quiet and listen...	justadrunk	5	627	Apr 14, 2013 by gonee
	Mornings (Preview) Never cease to be grateful for sober mornings. Waking up without a pounding head, feeling like being sick or actually being sick, sweat on the forehead as I try and recall last nights' e-mails and social networking, what did I do, etc. Basically not waking up in hell. For a lot of folks I listen to, sobr...	SteveP	8	548	Apr 14, 2013 by vixen
	Today's Gift 04-14 (Preview) No human creature can give orders to love. --George Sand If we're trying to get others to love us, all we're really doing is trying to be in control. Trying to control others can be a powerful drug. Remember, we can't control others. We can't make others love us. Our Higher Power has control, not us. So, w...	Pythonpappy	0	393	Apr 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Going cold (Preview) Been drinking heavily for years. Trying to stop now. In the middle of the night I start feeling like I will explode. Of course, I can't sleep. I know this is normal. Any advice on dealing? I have no insurance, so cannot get any assistance in getting through it, and cannot afford to have any time off...	duchess9	8	536	Apr 14, 2013 by Sports dude
	Today's Gift 04-13 (Preview) Do your best and leave to God the rest. -- Proverb There comes a time in facing a challenge when we have done all that we can, and still the situation remains unresolved. This is the time to turn the problem over and release our cares into the hands of spirit. When we let the Universe take charge, anything b...	Pythonpappy	0	383	Apr 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	This ones for Christine G (Preview) Do your best and leave to God the rest. -- Proverb There comes a time in facing a challenge when we have done all that we can, and still the situation remains unresolved. This is the time to turn the problem over and release our cares into the hands of spirit. When we let the Universe take charge, anything b...	justadrunk	0	435	Apr 13, 2013 by justadrunk
	331 days (Preview) Not a milestone- just another day. The other night I was thinking. I usually spend some time unwinding in my kitchen- its the only room of my house in which I smoke, and I'd like to think this is where and when I get some of my best thinking done lol. This same spot- chair next to 3rd story window, legs proppe...	Col	11	551	Apr 13, 2013 by ChristineG
	Saturday morning meeting (Preview) Just a reminder there will be a meeting tomorrow morning at 11 am eastern and another at 9pm eastern. Come join the recovery.	Bob K	1	410	Apr 13, 2013 by justadrunk
	My story (Preview) I hope im writing this , in the right place. And I'll try to write this as good as I can and I feel I should type this before reading anyone else's story. I think I was 14 years old when I started drinking. And I was 17 when I started drinking all the time. I would drink over 4-5 days a week or more. it wasn't unti...	Nicole	14	567	Apr 13, 2013 by justadrunk
	Step 9 amends (Preview) Hi folks. I am in the process of beginning my step 9. I have a big one to kick off with. I am really struggling with it, however. I can't get past the idea that making amends is selfish. Really, I don't see what this person will get out of a conversation about this particular issue, and that it will come acros...	RubyTues	4	3426	Apr 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Participants needed (Preview) Are you thinking about attending AA or have you just started to attend? If so, PLEASE participate in a short study about your experience and get a free Starbucks gift card? If interested call Amy (213) 706-1800	AAstudy	11	619	Apr 13, 2013 by leeu
	The wanderer (Preview) This is how I would sum myself up. As a kid, I'd isolate and just wander through the neighborhood or the woods idly passing time. As a teenager, I did the same, going on long journeys on foot by myself- well, not really, because by this time I had a bottle with me. As an 'adult' I'd do the same- literally wand...	Col	9	598	Apr 13, 2013 by leeu
	John Started it --- Tools Explained (A new one) (Preview) Even if you have never actually used these tools, you have probably assisted or watched someone use them in this fashion. I must confess.....I have actually used some of these. TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM EXPLAINED SKIL SAW: A portable cutting tool used to make boards too short. BELT SANDER: An ele...	Pythonpappy	1	515	Apr 13, 2013 by learning
	Yesterday, 4-11-13 (Preview) Went to a meeting yesterday and who's chairing this meeting? G! For those of you not familiar, I posted a thread called "Prayers for G." not too long ago, and the response was great! (G. was hospitalised w/ a staph infection, a worrisome state, to say the least!) And there he was, telling s...	AlcoHater	6	612	Apr 13, 2013 by mikef
	I'm feeling better now. (Preview) Thank everyone - I guess I just had PMS like Pappy - LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL Okay Pappy - I had to and YOU SAID IT FIRST!!!! LOL	justadrunk	2	397	Apr 13, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Statistics Don't Lie! (Preview) STATISTICS DON'T LIE!!! How to stay safe in the world today! Where IS the Safest Place? 1.. Avoid riding in automobiles because they are responsible for 20% of all fatal accidents. 2.. Do not stay home because 17% of all accidents occur in the home. 3... Avoid walking on streets or side...	Pythonpappy	0	392	Apr 12, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Maybe I was Wrong! (Preview) Okay, tonight after our regular meeting, which was very good I might add, we had our 'group conscience' meeting ... ... ... it started off okay ... old business was quick to get out of the way and new business was brought to the floor ... this included a discussion on 'birthday eating meetings' ... (we ty...	Pythonpappy	7	485	Apr 12, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grapevine (Preview) April 12"My soul remained a mystery until my Higher Power settled inside me, appearing to me as a very real feeling of love and caring. Kindness slowly took precedence, and I became comfortable with the idea that I didn't need a drink."	Mike B.	0	293	Apr 12, 2013 by Mike B.
	A funny (Preview) A DEA Agent stopped at a ranch in Texas and talked to an old rancher. He told the rancher, "I need to inspect your ranch for illegally grown drugs." The rancher said, "okay, but don't go into that field over there...", as he pointed out the location. The DEA Agent verbally exploded and said, "look mister...	John	3	400	Apr 12, 2013 by Mike B.
	Today's Gift 04-12 (Preview) He that cannot forgive others breaks the bridge over which he must pass himself; for every man has need to be forgiven. --Thomas Fuller We have all seen adventure movies in which the heroes or villains are caught on a bridge that collapses. As they fall to whatever lies below, they are perhaps able to cl...	Pythonpappy	1	314	Apr 12, 2013 by Mike B.
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