Alcoholics Anonymous

joanna · joanna

I am here to say I am 30days sober. I am on my 31st day today. Just when I sit and say how proud I am of myself. I have an altercation with my daughter. My daughter left the house saying she was leaving on foot. I followed her in my car while on the phone with the police to pick her up, oh and by the way did I men...

Sushi · Sushi

I'll try not to make this into a book ... but my emotions are all over the place right now. My history: Father was an alcoholic until the day he died, as were several other aunts and uncles on both sides of the family. My brother is an alcoholic, and obviously (since I'm here) I am an alcoholic. I never re...

bikerbill · bikerbill

Just got back and how's this for a miracle or two. I move house to Scotland on 1st May. I bump into Eddie from Dumbarton, who introduces me to Kevin, who introduces me to Morgan, whose sponsor lives down the street from where I'm going to be. So now I have a whole heap of friends that I haven't met yet, I have a...

deb365 · deb365

"Let all go this Eastertide. Loosen your hold on earth, its care, its worries, even its joys. Unclasp your hands, relax, and then the tide of Easter joy will come. Put aside all thought of the future, of the past. So often man, crying out for some blessing, has yet such tight hold on some earth-t...

justadrunk · justadrunk

I am proud to have stayed sober through this last week. Unbelievable what going to 2 meetings a day, facing your fears, writing, reading, and believing a HP will work with you in your life - can DO! I have overcome urges by litterally just clenching my fists and saying "all I have to do is make it th...

StPeteDean · StPeteDean

Ruhig · Ruhig

So on 3/31 we moved into our new apartment. I'm ok with everything. Sure, our sink and toilet leak, but that can be taken care of. Sure, I am still working 45 miles away, but that will change in time too. Sure, he is working 40 miles away, that will change. But the one thing we can't change, he's going to deci...

deb365 · deb365

"I am all powerful and all knowing, and I have all your affairs in My hands. Divine efficiency, as well as divine power, is being brought to bear on them. The kindgom of heaven can only be preached by those who have learned to prize the authority of its kingdom. A many-sided training My apostles n...

NeedLifeBack · NeedLifeBack

So I am new and on day 5 without any alcohol. I have been a drinker for about 30 plus years. Started young and continued while in military. Heavy for about the past 9 years. I always told myself I only drink beer so I wasnt your traditional alcoholic Truth is I was. I would drink about 3 to 4 cases a week. Binge...

doghouse907 · doghouse907

I have to go to AA for court. Im NOT an alcoholic. In fact my crime had NOTHING to do with alcohol. But a lab came back saying i had "liver damage" or my liver was low in something. So now im in the Veterans court system and my councilor wants me to get a sponsor and work the steps because he suspect...

justadrunk · justadrunk

I can smile again

jj · jj

we were sharing about hope and tools. lots of good things shared. one of the things that i re-remembered was it is not an argument if i don't participate.. and no matter what kind of a day it has been, if i haven't taken a drink, I won (was given strength to stay sober) and that makes it a good day. ...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Friday, April 6, 2012You are reading from the book Twenty Four Hours a Day Hardcover (24 Hours) A.A. Thought for the Day All alcoholics have personality problems. They drink to escape from life, to counter act feelings of loneliness or inferiority, or because of some emotional conflict within them...

justadrunk · justadrunk

He rejects me. Spills my secrets to the world. He offers no hug, no words of encouragement. He doesn't take the time to learn about the disease. Or the time to ask me about my day. He yells at me. He expects me to be perfect. He expects me to be something I'm not. He holds a huge grudge and mountains o...

barisax · barisax

This just popped into my head so I thought I'd share it. Back in the 80s I was on a road trip to Texas. It was a business trip but I was a bit ahead of schedule. I was sitting in a construction traffic jam and saw an inviting friendly little motel at the upcoming exit, so I took it - it was around 6 pm. I figured...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Have an emotional hangover from yesterday, but embracing the chance to stay calm, act and react in a better way, and enjoy small triumphs. I'm seeing that yesterday was a very "sick" day for me in my head. I behaved selfishly. Over re-acted to my husband - didn't give him the space he aske...

Jerch · Jerch

Hey, this is my first post so I apologize if it's in the wrong section of the board or anything. At the end of 2010 I went through a very painful divorce, and had always been a big drinker before-hand but once I started going through losing my wife and the way of life I'd known for 10 years, I lost control. Fo...

SoberSteve · SoberSteve

How did your disease progress? I went from drinking on rare occassions/holidays, to weekends, to nightly to first thing in the morning and throughout the day. I became in financial debt, lost friends and many relationships. Need help with a timeline thanks

deb365 · deb365

"I am with you. Do not fear. Never doubt My love and power. Daily, steady persistence. Like the wearing away of a stone by steady drops of water, so will your daily persistence wear away all the difficulties and gain success for you, and secure your help for others. Never falter, go forward so...

justadrunk · justadrunk

A.A. Thought for the Day Before I met A.A., I was very unloving. From the time I went away to school, I paid very little attention to my mother and father. I was on my own and didn't even bother to keep in touch with them. After I got married, I was very unappreciative of my spouse. Many a time I would go out all...

AA member dating NON-AA. · musicfan

I recently started seeing someone who is 5 Months sober - I am not a memeber is AA. We see each other about once a week - Dinner, movie, bowling etc. He moved her months ago and put himself into treatment and currently lives in a sober house. He attends meetings 3+ times a week and meets with his sponsers. C...

StPeteDean · StPeteDean

-- Edited by StPeteDean on Tuesday 27th of March 2012 08:27:54 PM

Idontwanttorunawayanymore · Idontwanttorunawayanymore

I'm trying to figure out how to get rid of my depression, without meds. Not because I'm against pharmacology, but because I still drink. I know if i stop drinking that would help, but can't seem to make that idea stick. but how do I beat this hopeless and sneaky monster? What have you guys done that worked...

TwelveSteps · TwelveSteps

Like everyone, I find myself going through stretches where I get complacent with my program, especially when I haven't felt the urge to drink in a few months and life is going fine... so I just had to share a story that happened recently... One of our group of friends, who I see at the same meeting every we...

deb365 · deb365

"I reward your seeking with My presence. Rejoice and be glad. I am your God. Courage and joy will conquer all troubles. First things first. Seek Me, love Me, joy in Me. I am your guide. No perils can affright you, no discipline exhaust you. Can you hold on in My strength? I need you more than...

babyblueeyes30 · babyblueeyes30

First off let me introduce myself, my name is theresa. I am a soon to be 30 year old mother of 2, a wife, a daughter, a friend and a sister. I have decided to live a sober life, right now I can not say how long I will be doing so, because its to hard to think about. I'm taking it one day at a time. Here is my story, I ca...

deb365 · deb365

"Faith and obedience will remove mountains, mountains of evil, mountains of difficulty. But they must go hand in hand." 365 One-Minute Meditations from God Calling

fresher2000 · fresher2000

This is cool... at a womens meeting in Phx. AZ a list of tools got started...it's being passed around the world!!! If you would like to see the list and / or add to it...email me @ hmbur@yahoo.com Put something like AA Tool list in the subject line.

Aquaman · Aquaman

We're going to sell our house and move 89 miles north, so my wife is closer to her job. We are re-modeling, de-cluttering and keeping an almost two-year old safe and out-of-the-way. I'm finding my serenity elusive and day 148 of sobriety felt like pure luck. I'm having a problem accepting what I can't...

deb365 · deb365

"I am with you to guide you and help you. Unseen forces are controlling your destiny. Your petty fears are groundless. What of a man walking through a glorious glade who fretted because ahead there lay a river he might not be able to cross, when all the time that river was spanned by a bridge? And...

Mike B. · Mike B.

I thought I would share some recent events where God has done for me what I could never do on my own. God and The Program in action. Yesterday was the final mediation meeting for my upcoming divorce. My wife and I have been separated for 7 months. Spiritually, emotional and physical incompatiable fo...

deb365 · deb365

"I am beside you to bless and help you. Waver not in your prayers. They shall be heard. All power is Mine. Say that to yourself often and steadily. Say it until your heart sings with the joy of the safety and power it means to you. Use it as a battle cry - "All power is given unto my Lord."...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Man is supposed to think, and act. He wasnt made to Gods image to be an automation. As Bill Sees It, p. 55 Before I joined A.A., I often did not think, and reacted to people and situations. When not reacting I acted in a mechanical fashion. After joining A.A., I started seeking daily guidance from a Power g...

trishapjjw · trishapjjw

I have a brother who is an Alcoholic. He has had a drinking problem for many years but he has now reached his lowest point. He is homeless, jobless and has burnt his bridges as far as family and friends are concerned. We are trying to find him help and somewhere to go. We are not sure what to do. I do kno...

deb365 · deb365

"Withdraw into the calm of communion with Me. Rest in that calm and peace. Life knows no greater joy than you will find in converse and companionship with Me. You are Mine. When the soul finds its home of rest in Me, then it is that its real life begins." 365 One-Minute Meditations fro...

Frodo · Frodo

My friend suggested what then seemed a novel idea . . . Why dont you choose your own conception of God? That statement hit me hard. It melted the icy intellectual mountain in whose shadow I had lived and shivered many years. I stood in the sunlight at last. It was only a matter of being willing to believe in...

maire rua · maire rua

I am going through some of the toughest times in my life at present due to family issues. My son got involved in a terrible incident through drink and drugs last week and a man was seriously injured as a result. It only took three days of him running amok with alcohol and drugs for this to occur but was six mo...

katiemae11 · katiemae11

I got sick and tired of being sick and tired and it took somebody to hurt me deeply saying I would never amount to anything to get myself clean and sober, but I don't forget those days when I was drinking, it was fun at first and it slowly developed into disaster, black outs, jail, promiscious, angry, suic...

justadrunk · justadrunk

When I think about drinking, I always remember that scene in gremlins where they are drinking and smoking and acting stupid. Makes me realize how stupid I probably look. The baby eagles I watch on webcam are hatching today. Life is miraculous, and so intricate. Must be the work of a Higher Power, t...

bsfilterson88 · bsfilterson88

Hello family my name is Yolanda, alcoholic. In the past 5 months or so, i've started having panic attacks. I talk to my aa friends which is great, as a matter of fact i've phoned and talked to more friends since i first got sober! I've tried some techniques (breathing with praying). But it seems the w...

chris · chris

I got a message from the above mentioned member/moderator. I guess I have been a member of this message board since October of '06 and have never posted once until today. Huh. Well, I got sober on October 10, 2006, so I supposed that's why I joined this board on October 30, 2006. No, I am not a detectiv...

maire rua · maire rua

My sleep pattern is very disturbed with all the stress I am going through at present. I wake at 3.30 or 4.00. I am praying at these times rather than letting my mind race though I wonder should I get up and go back to bed then again. I do eventually get back to sleep and sleep until the alarm at 7.30. I am not exh...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Happy Birthday, Rob, dear brother. So pleased you're here & such a wonderful presence & contribution for MIP. Recovery love to you, dear one. Danielle x

JoeyJoeShabadoo · JoeyJoeShabadoo

My name is Steve and I am an alcoholic. That's only the second time I've said that, the first being at my first aa meeting this morning. Has quite a ring to it... In a way though I'm almost relEived to have finally pulled the trigger and decided to get it together. Like most people on here, I'm sure, I ha...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

It has been well said that almost the only scoffers at prayer are those who never tried it enough. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 97 Having grown up in an agnostic household, I felt somewhat foolish when I first tried praying. I knew there was a Higher Power working in my life how else was I stayin...

joanna · joanna

Well I am still hanging in there. I have not had a drink and feeling better every day. I still have my ups and downs with my emotions but I am learning that it is all a part of me getting better. I called my mom and talked with her, and admitted being an alcoholic and what I have been doing about makeing mys...

thetick · thetick

I just wondered if there was a recovery wristband similar to the "livestrong" type ones ?

StPeteDean · StPeteDean

Happy Birthday Danielle, Hope you're having a wonderful day/evening!

SeekingSerenity · SeekingSerenity

Hi It has been awile since I posted. I was in an accident and have not been on the PC lots. I have the neverending headache made worse by things like reading, tv, computer ... Whenever it does hurt I say a prayer of thanks because it means I am alive to hurt. I am grateful for the accident (woman ran a yeild)...

stnatina · stnatina

Contemplating a direction from the logic of the brainLeaves you feeling emptyWishing you would have abstained. Contemplating a direction from the whimsical heartWill leave you with a notion0f its abstract arts. Contemplating a direction from the profundity of the soulEmpties human power S...

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	30 days sober (Preview) I am here to say I am 30days sober. I am on my 31st day today. Just when I sit and say how proud I am of myself. I have an altercation with my daughter. My daughter left the house saying she was leaving on foot. I followed her in my car while on the phone with the police to pick her up, oh and by the way did I men...	joanna	12	960	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	This is my first post (Preview) I'll try not to make this into a book ... but my emotions are all over the place right now. My history: Father was an alcoholic until the day he died, as were several other aunts and uncles on both sides of the family. My brother is an alcoholic, and obviously (since I'm here) I am an alcoholic. I never re...	Sushi	13	509	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	Blackpool Convention (Preview) Just got back and how's this for a miracle or two. I move house to Scotland on 1st May. I bump into Eddie from Dumbarton, who introduces me to Kevin, who introduces me to Morgan, whose sponsor lives down the street from where I'm going to be. So now I have a whole heap of friends that I haven't met yet, I have a...	bikerbill	6	2503	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	God Calling - Easter Joy (Preview) "Let all go this Eastertide. Loosen your hold on earth, its care, its worries, even its joys. Unclasp your hands, relax, and then the tide of Easter joy will come. Put aside all thought of the future, of the past. So often man, crying out for some blessing, has yet such tight hold on some earth-t...	deb365	2	449	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	Proud (Preview) I am proud to have stayed sober through this last week. Unbelievable what going to 2 meetings a day, facing your fears, writing, reading, and believing a HP will work with you in your life - can DO! I have overcome urges by litterally just clenching my fists and saying "all I have to do is make it th...	justadrunk	8	441	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	This is a creepy look at what addiction does in a short time. (Preview)	StPeteDean	8	480	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	Just emptying my brain (Preview) So on 3/31 we moved into our new apartment. I'm ok with everything. Sure, our sink and toilet leak, but that can be taken care of. Sure, I am still working 45 miles away, but that will change in time too. Sure, he is working 40 miles away, that will change. But the one thing we can't change, he's going to deci...	Ruhig	8	465	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	God Calling - Divine Efficiency (Preview) "I am all powerful and all knowing, and I have all your affairs in My hands. Divine efficiency, as well as divine power, is being brought to bear on them. The kindgom of heaven can only be preached by those who have learned to prize the authority of its kingdom. A many-sided training My apostles n...	deb365	2	267	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	Can I overcome? (Preview) So I am new and on day 5 without any alcohol. I have been a drinker for about 30 plus years. Started young and continued while in military. Heavy for about the past 9 years. I always told myself I only drink beer so I wasnt your traditional alcoholic Truth is I was. I would drink about 3 to 4 cases a week. Binge...	NeedLifeBack	8	403	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	How can i fake it???? (Preview) I have to go to AA for court. Im NOT an alcoholic. In fact my crime had NOTHING to do with alcohol. But a lab came back saying i had "liver damage" or my liver was low in something. So now im in the Veterans court system and my councilor wants me to get a sponsor and work the steps because he suspect...	doghouse907	6	6033	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	One week sober. (Preview) I can smile again	justadrunk	8	374	Apr 8, 2012 by StPeteDean
	What helped you stay sober this past week? (Preview) we were sharing about hope and tools. lots of good things shared. one of the things that i re-remembered was it is not an argument if i don't participate.. and no matter what kind of a day it has been, if i haven't taken a drink, I won (was given strength to stay sober) and that makes it a good day. ...	jj	10	429	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	Guess I'm just going to hog this message board. (Preview) Friday, April 6, 2012You are reading from the book Twenty Four Hours a Day Hardcover (24 Hours) A.A. Thought for the Day All alcoholics have personality problems. They drink to escape from life, to counter act feelings of loneliness or inferiority, or because of some emotional conflict within them...	justadrunk	4	441	Apr 8, 2012 by Wolfie55
	He wants me sober... or does he??? (Preview) He rejects me. Spills my secrets to the world. He offers no hug, no words of encouragement. He doesn't take the time to learn about the disease. Or the time to ask me about my day. He yells at me. He expects me to be perfect. He expects me to be something I'm not. He holds a huge grudge and mountains o...	justadrunk	10	499	Apr 7, 2012 by StPeteDean
	Joke Was On Me (Preview) This just popped into my head so I thought I'd share it. Back in the 80s I was on a road trip to Texas. It was a business trip but I was a bit ahead of schedule. I was sitting in a construction traffic jam and saw an inviting friendly little motel at the upcoming exit, so I took it - it was around 6 pm. I figured...	barisax	3	369	Apr 7, 2012 by jj
	New day. (Preview) Have an emotional hangover from yesterday, but embracing the chance to stay calm, act and react in a better way, and enjoy small triumphs. I'm seeing that yesterday was a very "sick" day for me in my head. I behaved selfishly. Over re-acted to my husband - didn't give him the space he aske...	justadrunk	5	355	Apr 6, 2012 by pinkchip
	Starting (Preview) Hey, this is my first post so I apologize if it's in the wrong section of the board or anything. At the end of 2010 I went through a very painful divorce, and had always been a big drinker before-hand but once I started going through losing my wife and the way of life I'd known for 10 years, I lost control. Fo...	Jerch	16	560	Apr 5, 2012 by Fyne Spirit
	How was your life unmanagable? (Preview) How did your disease progress? I went from drinking on rare occassions/holidays, to weekends, to nightly to first thing in the morning and throughout the day. I became in financial debt, lost friends and many relationships. Need help with a timeline thanks	SoberSteve	10	702	Apr 3, 2012 by pinkchip
	God Calling - Wonders Will Unfold (Preview) "I am with you. Do not fear. Never doubt My love and power. Daily, steady persistence. Like the wearing away of a stone by steady drops of water, so will your daily persistence wear away all the difficulties and gain success for you, and secure your help for others. Never falter, go forward so...	deb365	3	610	Apr 3, 2012 by justadrunk
	Readings (Preview) A.A. Thought for the Day Before I met A.A., I was very unloving. From the time I went away to school, I paid very little attention to my mother and father. I was on my own and didn't even bother to keep in touch with them. After I got married, I was very unappreciative of my spouse. Many a time I would go out all...	justadrunk	13	432	Apr 1, 2012 by justadrunk
	AA member dating NON-AA. (Preview) I recently started seeing someone who is 5 Months sober - I am not a memeber is AA. We see each other about once a week - Dinner, movie, bowling etc. He moved her months ago and put himself into treatment and currently lives in a sober house. He attends meetings 3+ times a week and meets with his sponsers. C...	musicfan	9	1342	Mar 31, 2012 by Fyne Spirit
	Alcoholic Brain (Preview) -- Edited by StPeteDean on Tuesday 27th of March 2012 08:27:54 PM	StPeteDean	5	415	Mar 31, 2012 by leeu
	Depression questions (Preview) I'm trying to figure out how to get rid of my depression, without meds. Not because I'm against pharmacology, but because I still drink. I know if i stop drinking that would help, but can't seem to make that idea stick. but how do I beat this hopeless and sneaky monster? What have you guys done that worked...	Idontwanttorunawayanymore	10	445	Mar 31, 2012 by leeu
	A Reminder That This is a Matter of Life and Death (Preview) Like everyone, I find myself going through stretches where I get complacent with my program, especially when I haven't felt the urge to drink in a few months and life is going fine... so I just had to share a story that happened recently... One of our group of friends, who I see at the same meeting every we...	TwelveSteps	4	367	Mar 31, 2012 by jj
	God Calling - A Life Apart (Preview) "I reward your seeking with My presence. Rejoice and be glad. I am your God. Courage and joy will conquer all troubles. First things first. Seek Me, love Me, joy in Me. I am your guide. No perils can affright you, no discipline exhaust you. Can you hold on in My strength? I need you more than...	deb365	4	318	Mar 30, 2012 by SoberSteve
	I'm new and this is my attempt to reaching out and trying to understand my issue. (Preview) First off let me introduce myself, my name is theresa. I am a soon to be 30 year old mother of 2, a wife, a daughter, a friend and a sister. I have decided to live a sober life, right now I can not say how long I will be doing so, because its to hard to think about. I'm taking it one day at a time. Here is my story, I ca...	babyblueeyes30	17	493	Mar 29, 2012 by New day
	God Calling - Evil Mountains (Preview) "Faith and obedience will remove mountains, mountains of evil, mountains of difficulty. But they must go hand in hand." 365 One-Minute Meditations from God Calling	deb365	1	296	Mar 29, 2012 by Mr_David
	List of AA Tools (Preview) This is cool... at a womens meeting in Phx. AZ a list of tools got started...it's being passed around the world!!! If you would like to see the list and / or add to it...email me @ hmbur@yahoo.com Put something like AA Tool list in the subject line.	fresher2000	9	4010	Mar 28, 2012 by fresher2000
	Need a little support in NOT polevaulting over anthills... (Preview) We're going to sell our house and move 89 miles north, so my wife is closer to her job. We are re-modeling, de-cluttering and keeping an almost two-year old safe and out-of-the-way. I'm finding my serenity elusive and day 148 of sobriety felt like pure luck. I'm having a problem accepting what I can't...	Aquaman	12	563	Mar 28, 2012 by justadrunk
	God Calling - Follow Your Guide (Preview) "I am with you to guide you and help you. Unseen forces are controlling your destiny. Your petty fears are groundless. What of a man walking through a glorious glade who fretted because ahead there lay a river he might not be able to cross, when all the time that river was spanned by a bridge? And...	deb365	1	409	Mar 27, 2012 by Mr_David
	The Promises (Preview) I thought I would share some recent events where God has done for me what I could never do on my own. God and The Program in action. Yesterday was the final mediation meeting for my upcoming divorce. My wife and I have been separated for 7 months. Spiritually, emotional and physical incompatiable fo...	Mike B.	12	547	Mar 26, 2012 by Fyne Spirit
	God Calling - Until Your Heart Sings (Preview) "I am beside you to bless and help you. Waver not in your prayers. They shall be heard. All power is Mine. Say that to yourself often and steadily. Say it until your heart sings with the joy of the safety and power it means to you. Use it as a battle cry - "All power is given unto my Lord."...	deb365	2	284	Mar 26, 2012 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ Active, Not Passive & 24hrs a Day (Preview) Man is supposed to think, and act. He wasnt made to Gods image to be an automation. As Bill Sees It, p. 55 Before I joined A.A., I often did not think, and reacted to people and situations. When not reacting I acted in a mechanical fashion. After joining A.A., I started seeking daily guidance from a Power g...	Sobrietyspell	2	302	Mar 26, 2012 by Mr_David
	brother pjjw@hotmail.com (Preview) I have a brother who is an Alcoholic. He has had a drinking problem for many years but he has now reached his lowest point. He is homeless, jobless and has burnt his bridges as far as family and friends are concerned. We are trying to find him help and somewhere to go. We are not sure what to do. I do kno...	trishapjjw	5	523	Mar 25, 2012 by Jerry F
	God Calling - No Greater Joy (Preview) "Withdraw into the calm of communion with Me. Rest in that calm and peace. Life knows no greater joy than you will find in converse and companionship with Me. You are Mine. When the soul finds its home of rest in Me, then it is that its real life begins." 365 One-Minute Meditations fro...	deb365	3	336	Mar 25, 2012 by twc130
	AS WE UNDERSTAND HIM (Preview) My friend suggested what then seemed a novel idea . . . Why dont you choose your own conception of God? That statement hit me hard. It melted the icy intellectual mountain in whose shadow I had lived and shivered many years. I stood in the sunlight at last. It was only a matter of being willing to believe in...	Frodo	5	379	Mar 25, 2012 by justadrunk
	Distressing times (Preview) I am going through some of the toughest times in my life at present due to family issues. My son got involved in a terrible incident through drink and drugs last week and a man was seriously injured as a result. It only took three days of him running amok with alcohol and drugs for this to occur but was six mo...	maire rua	8	426	Mar 25, 2012 by Fyne Spirit
	proud to say I have been sober for 11 yrs today (Preview) I got sick and tired of being sick and tired and it took somebody to hurt me deeply saying I would never amount to anything to get myself clean and sober, but I don't forget those days when I was drinking, it was fun at first and it slowly developed into disaster, black outs, jail, promiscious, angry, suic...	katiemae11	12	692	Mar 24, 2012 by StPeteDean
	Bald Eagles (Preview) When I think about drinking, I always remember that scene in gremlins where they are drinking and smoking and acting stupid. Makes me realize how stupid I probably look. The baby eagles I watch on webcam are hatching today. Life is miraculous, and so intricate. Must be the work of a Higher Power, t...	justadrunk	5	502	Mar 24, 2012 by leeu
	Issue with anxiety/panic attacks Panic/anxiety attacks (Preview) Hello family my name is Yolanda, alcoholic. In the past 5 months or so, i've started having panic attacks. I talk to my aa friends which is great, as a matter of fact i've phoned and talked to more friends since i first got sober! I've tried some techniques (breathing with praying). But it seems the w...	bsfilterson88	11	707	Mar 23, 2012 by Halfwolf
	Forced to Post by StPeteDean (Preview) I got a message from the above mentioned member/moderator. I guess I have been a member of this message board since October of '06 and have never posted once until today. Huh. Well, I got sober on October 10, 2006, so I supposed that's why I joined this board on October 30, 2006. No, I am not a detectiv...	chris	11	472	Mar 22, 2012 by Mike B.
	situation update (Preview) My sleep pattern is very disturbed with all the stress I am going through at present. I wake at 3.30 or 4.00. I am praying at these times rather than letting my mind race though I wonder should I get up and go back to bed then again. I do eventually get back to sleep and sleep until the alarm at 7.30. I am not exh...	maire rua	7	478	Mar 22, 2012 by Mike B.
	Happy Belly Button Birthday, Aquaman! HaHa! (Preview) Happy Birthday, Rob, dear brother. So pleased you're here & such a wonderful presence & contribution for MIP. Recovery love to you, dear one. Danielle x	Sobrietyspell	7	398	Mar 21, 2012 by mikef
	Hi everyone (Preview) My name is Steve and I am an alcoholic. That's only the second time I've said that, the first being at my first aa meeting this morning. Has quite a ring to it... In a way though I'm almost relEived to have finally pulled the trigger and decided to get it together. Like most people on here, I'm sure, I ha...	JoeyJoeShabadoo	14	490	Mar 21, 2012 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ Prayer: It Works & 24hrs a Day (Preview) It has been well said that almost the only scoffers at prayer are those who never tried it enough. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 97 Having grown up in an agnostic household, I felt somewhat foolish when I first tried praying. I knew there was a Higher Power working in my life how else was I stayin...	Sobrietyspell	2	762	Mar 21, 2012 by Mr_David
	Still Sober (Preview) Well I am still hanging in there. I have not had a drink and feeling better every day. I still have my ups and downs with my emotions but I am learning that it is all a part of me getting better. I called my mom and talked with her, and admitted being an alcoholic and what I have been doing about makeing mys...	joanna	11	504	Mar 21, 2012 by Jerry F
	Is there a recovery wristband ? (Preview) I just wondered if there was a recovery wristband similar to the "livestrong" type ones ?	thetick	7	5883	Mar 20, 2012 by SoberSteve
	Happy Biological Birthday Danielle (Preview) Happy Birthday Danielle, Hope you're having a wonderful day/evening!	StPeteDean	6	575	Mar 19, 2012 by Sobrietyspell
	recovering from accident (Preview) Hi It has been awile since I posted. I was in an accident and have not been on the PC lots. I have the neverending headache made worse by things like reading, tv, computer ... Whenever it does hurt I say a prayer of thanks because it means I am alive to hurt. I am grateful for the accident (woman ran a yeild)...	SeekingSerenity	9	487	Mar 19, 2012 by jj
	Directions By Tina (Preview) Contemplating a direction from the logic of the brainLeaves you feeling emptyWishing you would have abstained. Contemplating a direction from the whimsical heartWill leave you with a notion0f its abstract arts. Contemplating a direction from the profundity of the soulEmpties human power S...	stnatina	1	464	Mar 18, 2012 by Mr_David
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