Alcoholics Anonymous

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Counting our blessings We have passed from death into life. We know that a powerful life force flows through us and a new and beautiful serenity is ours. What we once despised, we now cherish. We cease to find the world of drugs attractive. This is a blessing and a miracle, for at one point we were among th...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

For without some degree of humility, no alcoholic can stay sober at all. . . . Without it, they cannot live to much useful purpose, or, in adversity, be able to summon the faith that can meet any emergency. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 70 Why do I balk at the word "humility"? I am no...

Harobed · Harobed

Day 8, and boy is that spiritual connection coming back! The physical self is screaming out "thirsty" but I'll get over it, this too shall pass. I wanted to share a couple things this morning: 1) Thank you so much to all you hidden faces here at MIP. I can't begin to express how fortunate I f...

Jerry F · Jerry F

Aloha All...most of you know the 9th step the wording and intent. I've had a long 3 decade relationship with it and with asking for the guidance from my HP on one especially. It is 38 years old and happened during the drinking years...my alcoholic girl friend's and mine. It happened in a foreign count...

Col · Col

Hey all:) I've heard varying opinions of how long one feels physical withdrawal symptoms after stopping drinking. I've read or been told that these can last anywhere from a week to a year. I've been sober for 51 days and although I feel a great improvement in my health, I occasionally experience stran...

Col · Col

Hey all..I'm having kinda a weird experience. I worked in a steakhouse for close to 6 years.. Haven't worked there in almost 2 years, though I made plenty of friends there, some of whom I'm still in close contact with. Well, the place (that's been around for 40yrs) closed its doors for good yesterday wi...

SeanTerri · SeanTerri

Great book suggestions that inspire recovery... Cracking Up: A Memoir By Grant Arboro The Rest of the Twelve Steps By Grant Arboro

justadrunk · justadrunk

When I walk into the room, I'm smiling. A big smile... a "glad you're here" smile. When the children sit down to the piano, I play for them before I we begin the lesson. I can only hope they will "want what I've got". When the children get frustrated, and sometimes even cry... I ca...

bikerbill · bikerbill

I dunno, but what I've been reading here the past few weeks, what I've been hearing around the rooms, what I've been hearing in the meetiings between the meetings and what I've been worrying about has prompted me to take action, take responsibility. I've just been to the solicitor's office to have my w...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

A great turning point in our lives came when we sought for humility as something we really wanted, rather than as something we must have. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 75 Either the A A. way of life becomes one of joy or I return to the darkness and despair of alcoholism. Joy comes to me when my a...

Number5 · Number5

Hi, I am the daughter of alcoholics, one dead and one coming up on 30 years in recovery. I have dodged the bullet that is this disease. I have a large family, many of whom work in recovery. Currently we are facing a serious health crisis for one of my siblings. Another family member has responded to this cr...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Okay, ... ... ... I really hate to be out-done when it comes to 'funny' stories ... and see'n as how Angell got me good a couple days ago, I'm here to re-call one of the pranks I pulled back in the early 80's ... Okay, ... I was working as a 'service engineer' for an 'X-Ray Equipment' company ... we sold, inst...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Had a party for my brother yesterday. A whole fridge full of beer, and my first real temptation. It was kind of shocking and disappointing, because I actually thought to myself it would be okay to crack open and have just one beer. I don't even like beer - and I sure don't like just one! It was weird, and...

Closer · Closer

Ive been to over 30 meetings in the last 12 days or so... Im feeling a much warmer feeling than I have in years and Im seeing it so much clearer... Ive been in such a sick place for so long and I dont have anyone left besides a mother who is a bit sick herself (and I barely see her) Im 26 turning 27 in September...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

We are the wire, God is the current. Our only power is to let the current pass through us. ~~Carlo Carretto God has given us free will. We can choose to travel our road with or without our Creator. We can make use of divine power or not. But we ought to understand that all the power we have comes from God. We...

hollyeve · hollyeve

How do I get into the online group meeting? I'm not sure if it's a tech issue or something else. Help? Thanks!

Harobed · Harobed

Recently I had to purchase a new pair of sunglasses, and of course wore them as soon as I left the store. Something to do with the polarized lenses that turned the sun glare off the cars behind me to blue. In my rearview mirror, it looked like I was getting pulled over. Freaked me out at first, then I reali...

Angell · Angell

I've hesitated posting this because I don't want this to come across like a contest - it is not one. But I know that when I first came to AA, getting up in the morning was overwhelming; getting a job was beyond comprehension, showing up was often more than I could pull off. For many of us, we've come along...

Ruhig · Ruhig

"The Oxford group literature defines the group as not being a religion, for it had "no hierarchy, no temples, no endowments, its workers no salaries, no plans but God's plan." Their chief aim was "A new world order for Christ, the King."[12] In fact one could not belong to...

Bunny76 · Bunny76

It has been an interesting five days for me! On the fourth of July, hanged out with family who were drinking, but did not succumb to the temptations of alcohol, wasn't easy, but prayed, and just went home early before everyone was popping open the crown royal.... Yesterday, went to a pool party that was...

John · John

Hi everyone, the reason many are not able to get into the chat room for meetings is limited to 2 reasons for the most part. #1. Need to update/download Java software from http://java.com/en/download/index.jsp so you computer is running the most current version. #2. When the chatroom is loadin...

odat · odat

I am the alcoholic in my family, sober over 10 years, through the steps. I am praying about this issue and not sure what to do. My mother is a manipulator, control freak, guilty, angry, dominating. Needles me to get me to react when I talk to her. A few days go by and she acts as though nothing happened and ca...

Angell · Angell

Yesterday, I was at my local COSTCO buying a large bag of Purina dog chow for my loyal pet, Biscuit, the Wonder Dog, and was in the checkout line when a woman behind me asked if I had a dog. What did she think I had, an elephant? So, since I'm retired and have little to do, on impulse I told her that no, I didn't h...

Renski · Renski

Hi everyone..so weird but happy to find this forum.Iam sitting on my boat as I type this. Iam no stranger to AA..I was 19 years old when i walked through the doors...I worked hard , attented meetings every day had great sponsers and did all the steps...was sober for 14 years!.::FF met ,married non AA man...

Candacehacare · Candacehacare

Hi, my name is Candace and I have no desire to drink today.

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Check out this 3 min video clip ... for a grin at least!!!http://www.thelaughtermovie.com/?cm_mmc=CheetahMail-_MO-_-07.09.12-_-LVACmovie&utm_source=CheetahMail&utm_campaign=LVACmovie-- Edited by Pythonpappy on Monday 9th of July 2012 07:43:42 AM

barisax · barisax

I hit on this topic every time I end up speaking at a meeting or talking about steps 1-2-3, and the fact is, my memory of my first year of sobriety is a bit... well, weird. I have a very good memory of most of my life, all the way back to early childhood. I've kept it alive telling and retelling stories. My f...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

The chief activator of our defects has been self-centered fear. . . . TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 76 When I feel uncomfortable, irritated, or depressed, I look for fear. This "evil and corroding thread" is the root of my distress: Fear of failure; fear of others' opinions; fe...

pinkchip · pinkchip

Back from vacation. For my 40th birthday my parents gave me and my partner a week at their condo at the beach in maryland. It was nice since that was my vacation spot every summer growing up. All and all - a great vacation and very glad to be a sober 40 with my life more on track as opposed to the hot mess I wa...

Col · Col

Hey guys:) just came back from a meeting and talk w my sponser. I feel great.. I'm enjoying meetings for the most part. Here's the thing.. I took some time off work just for a breather. It was much needed. The week was fine and I took the opportunity to go to new meetings.. On the right track I think. Funny th...

Gerrit · Gerrit

Hi there, I have been strugling with anger issues after I stoped destroying myself and my family with booze, any one else out there with same feelings? Please let me know, Regards Gerrit South Africa

Closer · Closer

All lit up in a new way!

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

The Seventh Step is where we make the change in our attitude which permits us, with humility as our guide, to move out from ourselves toward others and toward God. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 76 When I finally asked God to remove those things blocking me from Him and the sunlight of the Spir...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Abundantly Blessed Can't see the images? | Add Simpletruths@newsletter.simpletruths.com to your Address BookForward to a FriendWeekly VerseLet them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for men, for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good th...

Bunny76 · Bunny76

Today is my first day on the path to sobriety! I'm scared but excited! It's time for a change in my life for the better! I pray the Lord will give me strength thru this, and I am looking forward to be healthier and most of all happier!

aabeliever · aabeliever

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Harobed · Harobed

I searched the threads for a topic and/or discussion I am currently wrestling with. I copied & pasted a post that was the closest to my situation. I could use some hard-hitting advice from y'all, please!Doll wrote: Wow! Biteme, again, someone I can relate to! Here's my ES&H; I allowed res...

Col · Col

Hey all:) part of the work I've been doing with my sponser is an intensive study of the BB..with essay questions, vocabulary questions, the whole bit. I feel like I'm back in college. Good practice I guess, as one of my goals is to attend graduate school, but I digress. We just covered the "basics&...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

THE BUZZARD If you put a buzzard in a pen that is 6 feet by 8 feet and is entirely open at the top,the bird, in spite of its ability to fly, will be an absolute prisoner.The reason is that a buzzard always begins a flight from the ground with a run of 10 to 12 feet.Without space to run, as is its hab...

Ruhig · Ruhig

I got sober because I wanted to live my life, i wanted to be able to show up in life and accomplish things for myself. Why did you get sober?

Ruhig · Ruhig

Since I got sober, here are the things I have been able to show up for; my graduation (high school) college (even if I did screw up a bit) my mothers 50th birthday my brothers 30th birthday my sisters 18th birthday my sisters prom & graduation I got a job that allows me to rent my own place I go...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Attitude is everything! Today will be what we make it. Regardless of the weather, the kinds of work to be done, the personalities crossing our paths, we'll feel joy and peace if that is our choice. Agonizing over circumstances that aren't to our liking or dwelling on our failure to control other peop...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Waking Up for ChurchOne Sunday morning, a mother went in to wake her son and tell him it was time to get ready for church, to which he replied, "I'm not going." "Why not?" she asked."I'll give you two good reasons," he said. "One, they don't like me, and two, I don...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

You know Dean?, ... ... ... You had an excellent post that got covered up in the agnostic/atheist thread ... I just want to get out a short view of mine and do so out side that particular thread ... You posted: You know Pappy, that most people's issues with a "Higher Power" probably originate...

mikef · mikef

Thanks Wolfie, to be of maximum service to God(of your understanding) and others!!

justadrunk · justadrunk

I closed my eyes, and lightening struck the lids. Demons flashed their ugly faces at me, laughed at me, beckoned me to follow them. My headless ex boyfriend flew into my window and wanted me to follow him... somewhere in a world between here and there... no where. I jolt out of my bed. I'm terrified....

Col · Col

Hey guys:) I'm 50 days sober today.. Which makes me a novice at all this stuff. By 'stuff' I mean aa..and I'm also realizing life in general. The circumstances of my growing up were extremely tumultuous (very abusive home to over 20 foster homes to running away). I pretty much raised myself and sought o...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

A Silent Bomb in ChurchAn elderly couple were in church. The wife leaned over and whispered to her husband, "I just let out a long silent fart... what should I do?"The husband replied, "Replace the batteries in your hearing aid."

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Me: God, can I ask you a question? God: Sure. Me: Promise you wont get mad. God: I promise. Me: Why did you let so much stuff happen to me today? God: What do you mean? Me: Well, I woke up late. God: Yes. Me: My car took forever to start. God: Yes. Me: At lunch they made my sandwich wrong and I had to wait. God: Yes...

Tipsy McStagger · Tipsy McStagger

I'm not ready to go around saying sorry for all of the bad things I did or to let go of resentments towards people I dislike. A lot of those people deserve to be resented and disliked and they deserved whatever bad things I may have done to them. I just don't see what becoming some spineless jellyfish who ha...

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	We Have Been Spared! - A Miracle and a Blessing! (Preview) Counting our blessings We have passed from death into life. We know that a powerful life force flows through us and a new and beautiful serenity is ours. What we once despised, we now cherish. We cease to find the world of drugs attractive. This is a blessing and a miracle, for at one point we were among th...	Pythonpappy	3	388	Jul 13, 2012 by Closer
	Daily Reflections ~ Giving Up Centre Stage & 24hrs a Day (Preview) For without some degree of humility, no alcoholic can stay sober at all. . . . Without it, they cannot live to much useful purpose, or, in adversity, be able to summon the faith that can meet any emergency. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 70 Why do I balk at the word "humility"? I am no...	Sobrietyspell	3	281	Jul 13, 2012 by Closer
	Living In The NOW (Preview) Day 8, and boy is that spiritual connection coming back! The physical self is screaming out "thirsty" but I'll get over it, this too shall pass. I wanted to share a couple things this morning: 1) Thank you so much to all you hidden faces here at MIP. I can't begin to express how fortunate I f...	Harobed	13	534	Jul 13, 2012 by SolanoGypsy
	9th step progress (Preview) Aloha All...most of you know the 9th step the wording and intent. I've had a long 3 decade relationship with it and with asking for the guidance from my HP on one especially. It is 38 years old and happened during the drinking years...my alcoholic girl friend's and mine. It happened in a foreign count...	Jerry F	3	326	Jul 13, 2012 by Mr_David
	Question about early sobriety (Preview) Hey all:) I've heard varying opinions of how long one feels physical withdrawal symptoms after stopping drinking. I've read or been told that these can last anywhere from a week to a year. I've been sober for 51 days and although I feel a great improvement in my health, I occasionally experience stran...	Col	33	1389	Jul 13, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Memories (Preview) Hey all..I'm having kinda a weird experience. I worked in a steakhouse for close to 6 years.. Haven't worked there in almost 2 years, though I made plenty of friends there, some of whom I'm still in close contact with. Well, the place (that's been around for 40yrs) closed its doors for good yesterday wi...	Col	11	439	Jul 12, 2012 by Stepchild
	Inspirational recovery books Books memoir recovery literature twelve steps ebooks (Preview) Great book suggestions that inspire recovery... Cracking Up: A Memoir By Grant Arboro The Rest of the Twelve Steps By Grant Arboro	SeanTerri	11	7434	Jul 12, 2012 by Stepchild
	Some things have changed about the way I teach piano. (Preview) When I walk into the room, I'm smiling. A big smile... a "glad you're here" smile. When the children sit down to the piano, I play for them before I we begin the lesson. I can only hope they will "want what I've got". When the children get frustrated, and sometimes even cry... I ca...	justadrunk	5	366	Jul 12, 2012 by Harobed
	taking responsibility (Preview) I dunno, but what I've been reading here the past few weeks, what I've been hearing around the rooms, what I've been hearing in the meetiings between the meetings and what I've been worrying about has prompted me to take action, take responsibility. I've just been to the solicitor's office to have my w...	bikerbill	3	331	Jul 11, 2012 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ A Turning Point & 24hrs a Day (Preview) A great turning point in our lives came when we sought for humility as something we really wanted, rather than as something we must have. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 75 Either the A A. way of life becomes one of joy or I return to the darkness and despair of alcoholism. Joy comes to me when my a...	Sobrietyspell	2	345	Jul 12, 2012 by Mr_David
	Worried Aunt (Preview) Hi, I am the daughter of alcoholics, one dead and one coming up on 30 years in recovery. I have dodged the bullet that is this disease. I have a large family, many of whom work in recovery. Currently we are facing a serious health crisis for one of my siblings. Another family member has responded to this cr...	Number5	4	333	Jul 11, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Thinking of Angell :) (Preview) Okay, ... ... ... I really hate to be out-done when it comes to 'funny' stories ... and see'n as how Angell got me good a couple days ago, I'm here to re-call one of the pranks I pulled back in the early 80's ... Okay, ... I was working as a 'service engineer' for an 'X-Ray Equipment' company ... we sold, inst...	Pythonpappy	6	661	Jul 11, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Perspective (Preview) Had a party for my brother yesterday. A whole fridge full of beer, and my first real temptation. It was kind of shocking and disappointing, because I actually thought to myself it would be okay to crack open and have just one beer. I don't even like beer - and I sure don't like just one! It was weird, and...	justadrunk	14	369	Jul 11, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	I might be waking up... (Preview) Ive been to over 30 meetings in the last 12 days or so... Im feeling a much warmer feeling than I have in years and Im seeing it so much clearer... Ive been in such a sick place for so long and I dont have anyone left besides a mother who is a bit sick herself (and I barely see her) Im 26 turning 27 in September...	Closer	6	449	Jul 11, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	In God's Care (Preview) We are the wire, God is the current. Our only power is to let the current pass through us. ~~Carlo Carretto God has given us free will. We can choose to travel our road with or without our Creator. We can make use of divine power or not. But we ought to understand that all the power we have comes from God. We...	Pythonpappy	5	328	Jul 11, 2012 by Mike B.
	Online group meeting (Preview) How do I get into the online group meeting? I'm not sure if it's a tech issue or something else. Help? Thanks!	hollyeve	3	277	Jul 11, 2012 by Stepchild
	Blue lights on the road (Preview) Recently I had to purchase a new pair of sunglasses, and of course wore them as soon as I left the store. Something to do with the polarized lenses that turned the sun glare off the cars behind me to blue. In my rearview mirror, it looked like I was getting pulled over. Freaked me out at first, then I reali...	Harobed	5	361	Jul 11, 2012 by Mr_David
	Gifts in sobriety - to others (Preview) I've hesitated posting this because I don't want this to come across like a contest - it is not one. But I know that when I first came to AA, getting up in the morning was overwhelming; getting a job was beyond comprehension, showing up was often more than I could pull off. For many of us, we've come along...	Angell	15	445	Jul 11, 2012 by Mr_David
	Research on oxford group? (Preview) "The Oxford group literature defines the group as not being a religion, for it had "no hierarchy, no temples, no endowments, its workers no salaries, no plans but God's plan." Their chief aim was "A new world order for Christ, the King."[12] In fact one could not belong to...	Ruhig	7	878	Jul 11, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Five days sober!!!!! (Preview) It has been an interesting five days for me! On the fourth of July, hanged out with family who were drinking, but did not succumb to the temptations of alcohol, wasn't easy, but prayed, and just went home early before everyone was popping open the crown royal.... Yesterday, went to a pool party that was...	Bunny76	10	1055	Jul 11, 2012 by StPeteDean
	Getting into Chatroom (Problem Solving) (Preview) Hi everyone, the reason many are not able to get into the chat room for meetings is limited to 2 reasons for the most part. #1. Need to update/download Java software from http://java.com/en/download/index.jsp so you computer is running the most current version. #2. When the chatroom is loadin...	John	2	340	Jul 11, 2012 by Stepchild
	Detaching from non-alcoholic parents? (Preview) I am the alcoholic in my family, sober over 10 years, through the steps. I am praying about this issue and not sure what to do. My mother is a manipulator, control freak, guilty, angry, dominating. Needles me to get me to react when I talk to her. A few days go by and she acts as though nothing happened and ca...	odat	13	542	Jul 11, 2012 by odat
	Thinking of Pappy :) (Preview) Yesterday, I was at my local COSTCO buying a large bag of Purina dog chow for my loyal pet, Biscuit, the Wonder Dog, and was in the checkout line when a woman behind me asked if I had a dog. What did she think I had, an elephant? So, since I'm retired and have little to do, on impulse I told her that no, I didn't h...	Angell	6	355	Jul 10, 2012 by Mike B.
	Help! (Preview) Hi everyone..so weird but happy to find this forum.Iam sitting on my boat as I type this. Iam no stranger to AA..I was 19 years old when i walked through the doors...I worked hard , attented meetings every day had great sponsers and did all the steps...was sober for 14 years!.::FF met ,married non AA man...	Renski	10	407	Jul 10, 2012 by pinkchip
	Desire (Preview) Hi, my name is Candace and I have no desire to drink today.	Candacehacare	8	324	Jul 10, 2012 by gonee
	How 'Bout a Smile? (Preview) Check out this 3 min video clip ... for a grin at least!!!http://www.thelaughtermovie.com/?cm_mmc=CheetahMail-_MO-_-07.09.12-_-LVACmovie&utm_source=CheetahMail&utm_campaign=LVACmovie-- Edited by Pythonpappy on Monday 9th of July 2012 07:43:42 AM	Pythonpappy	2	488	Jul 10, 2012 by Mr_David
	Memories of Year One (Preview) I hit on this topic every time I end up speaking at a meeting or talking about steps 1-2-3, and the fact is, my memory of my first year of sobriety is a bit... well, weird. I have a very good memory of most of my life, all the way back to early childhood. I've kept it alive telling and retelling stories. My f...	barisax	4	321	Jul 10, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Daily Reflections ~ Identifying Fear & 24hrs a Day (Preview) The chief activator of our defects has been self-centered fear. . . . TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 76 When I feel uncomfortable, irritated, or depressed, I look for fear. This "evil and corroding thread" is the root of my distress: Fear of failure; fear of others' opinions; fe...	Sobrietyspell	3	258	Jul 9, 2012 by Stepchild
	Howdy all (Preview) Back from vacation. For my 40th birthday my parents gave me and my partner a week at their condo at the beach in maryland. It was nice since that was my vacation spot every summer growing up. All and all - a great vacation and very glad to be a sober 40 with my life more on track as opposed to the hot mess I wa...	pinkchip	8	477	Jul 9, 2012 by Rob84
	Slacking (Preview) Hey guys:) just came back from a meeting and talk w my sponser. I feel great.. I'm enjoying meetings for the most part. Here's the thing.. I took some time off work just for a breather. It was much needed. The week was fine and I took the opportunity to go to new meetings.. On the right track I think. Funny th...	Col	7	414	Jul 9, 2012 by LinBabaAgo-go
	Angry Alcoholics gonee a new member from South Africa (Preview) Hi there, I have been strugling with anger issues after I stoped destroying myself and my family with booze, any one else out there with same feelings? Please let me know, Regards Gerrit South Africa	Gerrit	13	430	Jul 9, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	20 meetings in less than a week! (Preview) All lit up in a new way!	Closer	11	395	Jul 9, 2012 by Stepchild
	Daily Reflections ~ An Ever-Growing Freedom & 24hrs a Day (Preview) The Seventh Step is where we make the change in our attitude which permits us, with humility as our guide, to move out from ourselves toward others and toward God. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 76 When I finally asked God to remove those things blocking me from Him and the sunlight of the Spir...	Sobrietyspell	1	240	Jul 9, 2012 by Mr_David
	Abundant Blessings (Preview) Abundantly Blessed Can't see the images? \| Add Simpletruths@newsletter.simpletruths.com to your Address BookForward to a FriendWeekly VerseLet them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for men, for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good th...	Pythonpappy	2	445	Jul 9, 2012 by Mr_David
	My First Day (Preview) Today is my first day on the path to sobriety! I'm scared but excited! It's time for a change in my life for the better! I pray the Lord will give me strength thru this, and I am looking forward to be healthier and most of all happier!	Bunny76	14	652	Jul 9, 2012 by Frodo
	new here just saying hello (Preview) _	aabeliever	11	314	Jul 8, 2012 by Stepchild
	Reviving an older thread/post: RE: AA Resentment (Preview) I searched the threads for a topic and/or discussion I am currently wrestling with. I copied & pasted a post that was the closest to my situation. I could use some hard-hitting advice from y'all, please!Doll wrote: Wow! Biteme, again, someone I can relate to! Here's my ES&H; I allowed res...	Harobed	8	1123	Jul 8, 2012 by Harobed
	A couple of other things I've noticed (Preview) Hey all:) part of the work I've been doing with my sponser is an intensive study of the BB..with essay questions, vocabulary questions, the whole bit. I feel like I'm back in college. Good practice I guess, as one of my goals is to attend graduate school, but I digress. We just covered the "basics&...	Col	4	342	Jul 8, 2012 by Harobed
	Look Up (Preview) THE BUZZARD If you put a buzzard in a pen that is 6 feet by 8 feet and is entirely open at the top,the bird, in spite of its ability to fly, will be an absolute prisoner.The reason is that a buzzard always begins a flight from the ground with a run of 10 to 12 feet.Without space to run, as is its hab...	Pythonpappy	5	297	Jul 8, 2012 by gonee
	Why? (Preview) I got sober because I wanted to live my life, i wanted to be able to show up in life and accomplish things for myself. Why did you get sober?	Ruhig	18	566	Jul 8, 2012 by mattbox
	Opportunities (Preview) Since I got sober, here are the things I have been able to show up for; my graduation (high school) college (even if I did screw up a bit) my mothers 50th birthday my brothers 30th birthday my sisters 18th birthday my sisters prom & graduation I got a job that allows me to rent my own place I go...	Ruhig	8	461	Jul 8, 2012 by Mr_David
	Attitude is Everything! (Preview) Attitude is everything! Today will be what we make it. Regardless of the weather, the kinds of work to be done, the personalities crossing our paths, we'll feel joy and peace if that is our choice. Agonizing over circumstances that aren't to our liking or dwelling on our failure to control other peop...	Pythonpappy	3	393	Jul 7, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Waking Up For Church (Preview) Waking Up for ChurchOne Sunday morning, a mother went in to wake her son and tell him it was time to get ready for church, to which he replied, "I'm not going." "Why not?" she asked."I'll give you two good reasons," he said. "One, they don't like me, and two, I don...	Pythonpappy	3	400	Jul 7, 2012 by Mr_David
	Blame (Preview) You know Dean?, ... ... ... You had an excellent post that got covered up in the agnostic/atheist thread ... I just want to get out a short view of mine and do so out side that particular thread ... You posted: You know Pappy, that most people's issues with a "Higher Power" probably originate...	Pythonpappy	5	419	Jul 7, 2012 by Jerry F
	thanks Wolfie (Preview) Thanks Wolfie, to be of maximum service to God(of your understanding) and others!!	mikef	3	308	Jul 7, 2012 by justadrunk
	PTSD (Preview) I closed my eyes, and lightening struck the lids. Demons flashed their ugly faces at me, laughed at me, beckoned me to follow them. My headless ex boyfriend flew into my window and wanted me to follow him... somewhere in a world between here and there... no where. I jolt out of my bed. I'm terrified....	justadrunk	10	517	Jul 6, 2012 by Mike B.
	Time to grow up (Preview) Hey guys:) I'm 50 days sober today.. Which makes me a novice at all this stuff. By 'stuff' I mean aa..and I'm also realizing life in general. The circumstances of my growing up were extremely tumultuous (very abusive home to over 20 foster homes to running away). I pretty much raised myself and sought o...	Col	7	533	Jul 6, 2012 by gonee
	The Silent Bomb (Preview) A Silent Bomb in ChurchAn elderly couple were in church. The wife leaned over and whispered to her husband, "I just let out a long silent fart... what should I do?"The husband replied, "Replace the batteries in your hearing aid."	Pythonpappy	3	306	Jul 6, 2012 by Mr_David
	Just Askin' (Preview) Me: God, can I ask you a question? God: Sure. Me: Promise you wont get mad. God: I promise. Me: Why did you let so much stuff happen to me today? God: What do you mean? Me: Well, I woke up late. God: Yes. Me: My car took forever to start. God: Yes. Me: At lunch they made my sandwich wrong and I had to wait. God: Yes...	Pythonpappy	5	419	Jul 6, 2012 by Mr_David
	Anger, hate, resentments and generally being an asshole. (Preview) I'm not ready to go around saying sorry for all of the bad things I did or to let go of resentments towards people I dislike. A lot of those people deserve to be resented and disliked and they deserved whatever bad things I may have done to them. I just don't see what becoming some spineless jellyfish who ha...	Tipsy McStagger	19	1964	Jul 6, 2012 by LinBabaAgo-go
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