Alcoholics Anonymous

odat · odat

That it's better to keep it between you and God? -- Edited by odat on Monday 23rd of July 2012 07:47:13 PM

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Cletus & Billy Bob Cletus is passing by Billy Bob's hay barn one day when, through a gap in the door, he sees Billy Bob doing a slow and sensual striptease in front of an old green John Deere. Buttocks clenched, he performs a slow pirouette, and gently slides off first the right strap of his overalls,...

odat · odat

Yesterday I was at a noontime Open Discussion meeting and the Group Conscience said "The purpose of this meeting is to carry the message of the Big Book of alcoholics Anonymous". The chairperson told us what AA has done for him...he's got some peace of mind today and he did the steps through...

Stepchild · Stepchild

These guys were mentioned in another thread by Harobed...Whose sponsor was sponsored by Charlie of this duo. They started their own Big Book study and it grew and grew and pretty soon they were being invited to other places to do workshops and finally put this stuff on tape. They were invaluable to me...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Every A.A. group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 160 When I go shopping I look at the prices and if I need what I see, I buy it and pay. Now that I am supposed to be in rehabilitation, I have to straighten out my life. When I go to...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Wow, Dean :D I'm flabbergasted for you! This must feel so good <3 I hope it does, brother. Thank you for all your love, experience, strength & hope on the board, for always being here when it's quiet or busy, for encouraging our newcomers & oldtimers alike, for my recovery & yours. You'...

Neophyte · Neophyte

DISCLAIMER: I'm positive that this post will come out convoluted and a bit rambly, as I didn't write a rough draft first. I'm a negative and hateful person. I'm scared and live in a tiny box that I have constructed to keep me safe. And anything that I believe will threaten my safety I lash out at. There a...

StPeteDean · StPeteDean

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

-- Edited by Pythonpappy on Tuesday 24th of July 2012 01:21:39 PM

TigressErica · TigressErica

Does anybody have anything that... if their friends and family knew the workings of your mind and situation... would indicate their drinking excessively? Mine is soda. Who would think anything was odd if they saw a 12 pack of Pepsi or Diet Mountain Dew at somebody's house? Except if they really reall...

TigressErica · TigressErica

Tomorrow is my first of 2 court dates... the one after tomorrow is August 14th. PLEASE PLEASE... I would appreciate prayers to anyone's higher power in whatever form that prayer is... Please consult your higher power to allow the courts to make the best decisions in my case. I deserve punishment... I...

mommym · mommym

I'm a recovering alcoholic and the mother of twins that are 19 years old. My so is now in his second rehab in less than a year. I recently attended a family program which was really an alanon four day retreat. I related to the other parents but can't get past the 3 C's. I didn't cause it..I can't control it an...

TipsyMcstagger · TipsyMcstagger

Me...that's who! I believe apologies from those who accused me of not being serious about my sobriety are in order :)

Tanin · Tanin

a. who want it, not for people who need it.b. who need it, not for people who want it.c. who need and want it.d. who want it and need it.e. other

justadrunk · justadrunk

I haven't been to a meeting in 8 days. My sponsor has been really busy too, so we haven't spoken much. I've been alive just about 34 yrs. 8 days isn't that many right? Feels like a million - I feel totally out of touch other than my daily visits here. I was signed up to do chairs at my home group on Monday n...

Harobed 2 · Harobed 2

-- Edited by Harobed 2 on Saturday 11th of August 2012 04:07:02 PM -- Edited by Harobed 2 on Saturday 11th of August 2012 04:14:23 PM

TigressErica · TigressErica

Starting over. Not on the forum I mean... but in my recovery. I won't fail today... To be realistic... there's a chance I'll wind up being wrong. I'm resisting what my body is insisting will make me feel better--and in the short term, it WOULD make me feel better in some ways... but even under the influe...

gonee · gonee

God's will for the recovered alcoholic is to help the still suffering. Got that message loud & clear last night. I got back from the field, with a firm decision not to attend an AA meeting, because of work commitment. As I parked the car, got out, the phone rings: "Hi Gonee, It's Neville."...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

For us, if we neglect those who are still sick, there is unremitting danger to our own lives and sanity. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 151 I know the torment of drinking compulsively to quiet my nerves and my fears. I also know the pain of white-knuckled sobriety. Today, I do not forget the un...

Neophyte · Neophyte

-- Edited by Neophyte on Wednesday 25th of July 2012 08:48:12 PM

mommym · mommym

Can anyone please tell me how to get my last name off my posts?

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

COWBOY TOMB STONE Headstone of Russell J. Larsen in the Logan City Cemetery, Logan, Utah ! I wonder if he died knowing he won the 'Coolest Headstone' contest? His five rules for a happy life are at the bottom. FIVE RULES FOR MEN TO FOLLOW FOR A HAPPY LIFE: 1. It's important to have a woman who hel...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Thank you for calling heaven. I am sorry, all of our angels and saints are busy helping other sinners right now. However, your prayer is important to us and we will answer it in the order it was received. Please stay on the line.If you would like to speak to:God, press 1. Jesus, press 2. The Holy Spirit...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Sponsor had something come up. I'm thinking she's rescheduled this 4 or 5 times now. Still feel like it's part of the plan, but am not seeing why yet. I teeter on being upset, but never lose faith that it's exactly where I'm suppose to be. My faith in that remains strong today, and I'm sure that when it...

Skeptical75 · Skeptical75

Hi...I'm new to AA. When I told my sponsor I was thinking about going back to church, was told I was "managing" and AA was most important. Not church. But this is a "spiritual" program, right? So...is he a dick or is he right?

Mr_Ed · Mr_Ed

Hi, I'm coming to your forum for some advice. I am not an alcoholic but I know a co-worker who is. She has been a part of our work group for about 5 years. She is out of work frequently and she sometimes calls me when she's totally drunk and I can barely understand a word she says. I am writing this because I jus...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Amen.

Neophyte · Neophyte

On my way home from work today, I stopped by the 7-11. There was a boy who pulled up as I was leaving and he called my name. We did the usual catch up thing... New tatoo? How's your band? College? Parents? Significant others? And he asks my number and says we should hang out some time. Ok, sure. So he asks... D...

TigressErica · TigressErica

When making this account, at one point on the form it said "We need to make sure you are a human" and asked me to do the captcha image word thing. You species-ists!!!! What about aliens that are alcoholics? Fortunately... being a clever feline (Tigress) like myself... I was able to foil you...

Reffner · Reffner

Hey all. Great day to be alive and sober!!! I was considering attending a few Al Anon meetings and know there are a few here that do as well. So my question in a nutshell is, are alcoholics welcome at these meetings? Are there "open" and "closed" meetings like AA? How would I i...

odat · odat

When I look back at some of my earliest journaling and writing and my early 4th steps I can see that I pretty much did always know the truths abut my history, my family, my patterns, and who I became. I could only call it what I saw it as, there were words I came up with that were correct, but I couldn't really t...

TigressErica · TigressErica

I went 24 hours without a drink which ended Saturday when more of life's crap was dumped on me... then I gave in and drank... I wound up skipping church Sunday to sleep and drink all day. Monday I woke up... and of course the instant I woke up I was thinking "I need a drink, I need a drink, I need a drink ri...

To Female Members.... (Please Read) · John

please avoid responding to "this" post but respond tothe post listed below, when you see it you will understand why I am asking females to gather around this young lady. Men, thank you for your support, but we need to get the woman in her circle here. http://aa.activeboard.com/t50115821/im-think...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

People are always blaming their circumstances for what they are. ~~George Bernard Shaw It's easy to let circumstances determine how we think and behave. While it's true that some events seem devastating, our relationship with a Higher Power can help us accept and even grow from experiences that se...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Weekly QuoteThe unthankful heart... discovers no mercies; but let the thankful heart sweep through the day and, as the magnet finds the iron, so it will find, in every hour, some heavenly blessings! -Henry Ward BeecherWeekly Thought We need a strong immune system to keep our bodies healthy. And we...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

"My Creator, I am now willing that you should have all of me, good and bad." ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 76 The joy of life is in the giving. Being freed of my shortcomings, that I may more freely be of service, allows humility to grow in me. My shortcomings can be humbly placed in God's loving c...

Ruhig · Ruhig

Every night after dinner, Merle took off for the local watering hole. He would spend the whole evening there and always arrive home, quite inebriated, around midnight each night. He usually had trouble getting his key to fit the keyhole and couldn't get the door open. And every time this happene...

jaykay2031 · jaykay2031

I left rehab after 4 and a half months to be in a relationship that never worked, i drank again but quickly realised its not what i wanted, so got myself back to meetings 2 weeks ago, im doing at least 1 a day and sharing loads but cant seem to feel happy at all, my emotions are everywhere and i feel i cant have...

Closer · Closer

I think Ive got to a certain point. Ive realized I'm loved and I'm a "cool guy" and I can feel real good about myself, and I can get up out of my awful place that I've been for so long. I'm also noticing something else. I'm not sure how much other people like me. I'm not sure how well my family re...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Enjoy !http://www.eaglesneedapush.com/?cm_mmc=CheetahMail-_-MO-_-07.23.12-_-PUSHmovie-USCAXX-&utm_source=CheetahMail&utm_campaign=PUSHmovie-- Edited by Pythonpappy on Monday 23rd of July 2012 08:23:34 AM

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

"I pray that you now remove from me every single defect of character which stands in the way of my usefulness to you and my fellows." ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 76 Having admitted my powerlessness and made a decision to turn my will and my life over to the care of God, as I understand Him, I don...

Neophyte · Neophyte

So, I did it!!! Leverne accepted me as her sponsee!! And, as instructed, also a poloroid and small caption goes in the recovery scrap book. I've also learned... I'm quite the creative individual. Starting step one formally tomorrow. She asked me to write a brief timeline of my memories. Says it wil...

Col · Col

So last night I had a bit of a meltdown. Came home after a meeting and broke down in tears.. Pacing and full of self loathing. Like, obsessively self loathing.. A record in my head skipping on the "I just can't stand myself" part. Couldn't sleep the whole night.. Had to work at 630. Whatever.....

gonee · gonee

"The idea that somehow, someday he will control and enjoy his drinking is the great obsession of every abnormal drinker." AA BOOK Pg30. AA does not sober up alcoholics. Instead it removes this obsession, through it's design for living in the 12 steps. If we remove the obsession, then we do...

gonee · gonee

Please read Pg 32 of the AA book.

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Four letter wordsA young couple got married and went on their honeymoon. When they got back, the bride immediately called her mother. "Well," said her mother, "how was the honeymoon?" "Oh, mama," she replied, "the honeymoon as wonderful! So romantic...&q...

mommym · mommym

-- Edited by mommym on Tuesday 24th of July 2012 07:14:34 PM

Closer · Closer

I heard recently at a meeting about a feeling you can get in AA from continuous sobriety called a pink cloud. Its apparently a feeling that can last for a short amount of time, perhaps maybe a week or so, maybe 2, but can quickly go away and perhaps never come again. Has anyone ever experienced this? Iv...

Lindsey17 · Lindsey17

Hi my names Lindsey, Im 17 years old. The reason I started drinking was for fun of course, I mean im a teenager and thats what most teens do. Well then i realized it made me more confident in myself while i was drunk, it made me talk more, put myself out there more. Without alcohol Im very shy, and quiet, peop...

Ruhig · Ruhig

LIGHT BULBS: There are three switches downstairs. Each corresponds to one of the three light bulbs in the attic. You can turn the switches on and off and leave them in any position. How would you identify which switch corresponds to which light bulb, if you are only allowed one trip upstairs? -- E...

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	Ever Post Then Decide... (Preview) That it's better to keep it between you and God? -- Edited by odat on Monday 23rd of July 2012 07:47:13 PM	odat	7	483	Jul 27, 2012 by Stepchild
	The Farm Stripper! (Preview) Cletus & Billy Bob Cletus is passing by Billy Bob's hay barn one day when, through a gap in the door, he sees Billy Bob doing a slow and sensual striptease in front of an old green John Deere. Buttocks clenched, he performs a slow pirouette, and gently slides off first the right strap of his overalls,...	Pythonpappy	10	646	Jul 27, 2012 by Stepchild
	Carrying the Message (Preview) Yesterday I was at a noontime Open Discussion meeting and the Group Conscience said "The purpose of this meeting is to carry the message of the Big Book of alcoholics Anonymous". The chairperson told us what AA has done for him...he's got some peace of mind today and he did the steps through...	odat	9	513	Jul 27, 2012 by odat
	Joe and Charlie (Preview) These guys were mentioned in another thread by Harobed...Whose sponsor was sponsored by Charlie of this duo. They started their own Big Book study and it grew and grew and pretty soon they were being invited to other places to do workshops and finally put this stuff on tape. They were invaluable to me...	Stepchild	4	463	Jul 27, 2012 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ The "Worth" of Sobriety & 24hrs a Day (Preview) Every A.A. group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 160 When I go shopping I look at the prices and if I need what I see, I buy it and pay. Now that I am supposed to be in rehabilitation, I have to straighten out my life. When I go to...	Sobrietyspell	3	695	Jul 27, 2012 by Db1105
	TWENTYTHREE BIG ONES, DEAN!!!!! (Preview) Wow, Dean :D I'm flabbergasted for you! This must feel so good <3 I hope it does, brother. Thank you for all your love, experience, strength & hope on the board, for always being here when it's quiet or busy, for encouraging our newcomers & oldtimers alike, for my recovery & yours. You'...	Sobrietyspell	15	581	Jul 27, 2012 by bikerbill
	Searching (Preview) DISCLAIMER: I'm positive that this post will come out convoluted and a bit rambly, as I didn't write a rough draft first. I'm a negative and hateful person. I'm scared and live in a tiny box that I have constructed to keep me safe. And anything that I believe will threaten my safety I lash out at. There a...	Neophyte	11	594	Jul 27, 2012 by Stepchild
	Last night of the year to stay sober. (Preview)	StPeteDean	10	576	Jul 27, 2012 by SteveP
	Yea or Nay on New Ice Cream ??? (Preview) -- Edited by Pythonpappy on Tuesday 24th of July 2012 01:21:39 PM	Pythonpappy	6	474	Jul 27, 2012 by Tanin
	Unthought-Of Paraphanalia (Preview) Does anybody have anything that... if their friends and family knew the workings of your mind and situation... would indicate their drinking excessively? Mine is soda. Who would think anything was odd if they saw a 12 pack of Pepsi or Diet Mountain Dew at somebody's house? Except if they really reall...	TigressErica	11	642	Jul 26, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Please consult your higher power for me (Preview) Tomorrow is my first of 2 court dates... the one after tomorrow is August 14th. PLEASE PLEASE... I would appreciate prayers to anyone's higher power in whatever form that prayer is... Please consult your higher power to allow the courts to make the best decisions in my case. I deserve punishment... I...	TigressErica	17	600	Jul 26, 2012 by odat
	I'm to Blame (Preview) I'm a recovering alcoholic and the mother of twins that are 19 years old. My so is now in his second rehab in less than a year. I recently attended a family program which was really an alanon four day retreat. I related to the other parents but can't get past the 3 C's. I didn't cause it..I can't control it an...	mommym	12	597	Jul 26, 2012 by Stepchild
	So, guess who's doing pretty damn good... (Preview) Me...that's who! I believe apologies from those who accused me of not being serious about my sobriety are in order :)	TipsyMcstagger	16	575	Jul 26, 2012 by justadrunk
	Quiz: Alcoholics Anonymous is a program for people ... (Preview) a. who want it, not for people who need it.b. who need it, not for people who want it.c. who need and want it.d. who want it and need it.e. other	Tanin	13	729	Jul 26, 2012 by Tanin
	Mr. David would say - keep the momentum going! (Preview) I haven't been to a meeting in 8 days. My sponsor has been really busy too, so we haven't spoken much. I've been alive just about 34 yrs. 8 days isn't that many right? Feels like a million - I feel totally out of touch other than my daily visits here. I was signed up to do chairs at my home group on Monday n...	justadrunk	14	559	Jul 26, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	.... (Preview) -- Edited by Harobed 2 on Saturday 11th of August 2012 04:07:02 PM -- Edited by Harobed 2 on Saturday 11th of August 2012 04:14:23 PM	Harobed 2	16	1323	Jul 26, 2012 by odat
	Starting Over For Today... I WON'T Fail (Preview) Starting over. Not on the forum I mean... but in my recovery. I won't fail today... To be realistic... there's a chance I'll wind up being wrong. I'm resisting what my body is insisting will make me feel better--and in the short term, it WOULD make me feel better in some ways... but even under the influe...	TigressErica	16	893	Jul 26, 2012 by Tanin
	Whose will? (Preview) God's will for the recovered alcoholic is to help the still suffering. Got that message loud & clear last night. I got back from the field, with a firm decision not to attend an AA meeting, because of work commitment. As I parked the car, got out, the phone rings: "Hi Gonee, It's Neville."...	gonee	4	417	Jul 26, 2012 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ Those Who Still Suffer & 24hrs aDay (Preview) For us, if we neglect those who are still sick, there is unremitting danger to our own lives and sanity. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 151 I know the torment of drinking compulsively to quiet my nerves and my fears. I also know the pain of white-knuckled sobriety. Today, I do not forget the un...	Sobrietyspell	1	594	Jul 26, 2012 by Mr_David
	Decision decision... (Preview) -- Edited by Neophyte on Wednesday 25th of July 2012 08:48:12 PM	Neophyte	4	410	Jul 26, 2012 by Neophyte
	How do I get my last name off my posts? (Preview) Can anyone please tell me how to get my last name off my posts?	mommym	4	453	Jul 26, 2012 by Mr_David
	A Cowboy TombStone (Preview) COWBOY TOMB STONE Headstone of Russell J. Larsen in the Logan City Cemetery, Logan, Utah ! I wonder if he died knowing he won the 'Coolest Headstone' contest? His five rules for a happy life are at the bottom. FIVE RULES FOR MEN TO FOLLOW FOR A HAPPY LIFE: 1. It's important to have a woman who hel...	Pythonpappy	6	1026	Jul 26, 2012 by Mr_David
	Calling Heaven (Preview) Thank you for calling heaven. I am sorry, all of our angels and saints are busy helping other sinners right now. However, your prayer is important to us and we will answer it in the order it was received. Please stay on the line.If you would like to speak to:God, press 1. Jesus, press 2. The Holy Spirit...	Pythonpappy	3	474	Jul 26, 2012 by Tanin
	No 5th step (Preview) Sponsor had something come up. I'm thinking she's rescheduled this 4 or 5 times now. Still feel like it's part of the plan, but am not seeing why yet. I teeter on being upset, but never lose faith that it's exactly where I'm suppose to be. My faith in that remains strong today, and I'm sure that when it...	justadrunk	14	911	Jul 26, 2012 by justadrunk
	Church? (Preview) Hi...I'm new to AA. When I told my sponsor I was thinking about going back to church, was told I was "managing" and AA was most important. Not church. But this is a "spiritual" program, right? So...is he a dick or is he right?	Skeptical75	38	1071	Jul 26, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	NEED YOUR ADVICE PLEASE (Preview) Hi, I'm coming to your forum for some advice. I am not an alcoholic but I know a co-worker who is. She has been a part of our work group for about 5 years. She is out of work frequently and she sometimes calls me when she's totally drunk and I can barely understand a word she says. I am writing this because I jus...	Mr_Ed	12	546	Jul 25, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Higher power - guide me (Preview) Amen.	justadrunk	5	470	Jul 25, 2012 by Wolfie55
	I'm not abnormal? (Preview) On my way home from work today, I stopped by the 7-11. There was a boy who pulled up as I was leaving and he called my name. We did the usual catch up thing... New tatoo? How's your band? College? Parents? Significant others? And he asks my number and says we should hang out some time. Ok, sure. So he asks... D...	Neophyte	9	760	Jul 25, 2012 by mommym
	You species-ists!!!!! (Preview) When making this account, at one point on the form it said "We need to make sure you are a human" and asked me to do the captcha image word thing. You species-ists!!!! What about aliens that are alcoholics? Fortunately... being a clever feline (Tigress) like myself... I was able to foil you...	TigressErica	5	492	Jul 25, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Need some experience from Al Anon attending alcoholics (Preview) Hey all. Great day to be alive and sober!!! I was considering attending a few Al Anon meetings and know there are a few here that do as well. So my question in a nutshell is, are alcoholics welcome at these meetings? Are there "open" and "closed" meetings like AA? How would I i...	Reffner	23	2701	Jul 25, 2012 by mommym
	I Always Knew (Preview) When I look back at some of my earliest journaling and writing and my early 4th steps I can see that I pretty much did always know the truths abut my history, my family, my patterns, and who I became. I could only call it what I saw it as, there were words I came up with that were correct, but I couldn't really t...	odat	5	462	Jul 25, 2012 by pinkchip
	I will fail today... Also, my intro (Preview) I went 24 hours without a drink which ended Saturday when more of life's crap was dumped on me... then I gave in and drank... I wound up skipping church Sunday to sleep and drink all day. Monday I woke up... and of course the instant I woke up I was thinking "I need a drink, I need a drink, I need a drink ri...	TigressErica	20	1083	Jul 25, 2012 by pinkchip
	To Female Members.... (Please Read) (Preview) please avoid responding to "this" post but respond tothe post listed below, when you see it you will understand why I am asking females to gather around this young lady. Men, thank you for your support, but we need to get the woman in her circle here. http://aa.activeboard.com/t50115821/im-think...	John	3	480	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	Dedicated to Lindsey ! (Preview) People are always blaming their circumstances for what they are. ~~George Bernard Shaw It's easy to let circumstances determine how we think and behave. While it's true that some events seem devastating, our relationship with a Higher Power can help us accept and even grow from experiences that se...	Pythonpappy	1	404	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	Weekly Quote/Thought (Preview) Weekly QuoteThe unthankful heart... discovers no mercies; but let the thankful heart sweep through the day and, as the magnet finds the iron, so it will find, in every hour, some heavenly blessings! -Henry Ward BeecherWeekly Thought We need a strong immune system to keep our bodies healthy. And we...	Pythonpappy	3	401	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ "The Good and The Bad" & 24hrs a Day (Preview) "My Creator, I am now willing that you should have all of me, good and bad." ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 76 The joy of life is in the giving. Being freed of my shortcomings, that I may more freely be of service, allows humility to grow in me. My shortcomings can be humbly placed in God's loving c...	Sobrietyspell	1	367	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	Riddle me this? (Preview) Every night after dinner, Merle took off for the local watering hole. He would spend the whole evening there and always arrive home, quite inebriated, around midnight each night. He usually had trouble getting his key to fit the keyhole and couldn't get the door open. And every time this happene...	Ruhig	6	492	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	staying sober and happy (Preview) I left rehab after 4 and a half months to be in a relationship that never worked, i drank again but quickly realised its not what i wanted, so got myself back to meetings 2 weeks ago, im doing at least 1 a day and sharing loads but cant seem to feel happy at all, my emotions are everywhere and i feel i cant have...	jaykay2031	7	507	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	Wanting to Work the steps now. (Preview) I think Ive got to a certain point. Ive realized I'm loved and I'm a "cool guy" and I can feel real good about myself, and I can get up out of my awful place that I've been for so long. I'm also noticing something else. I'm not sure how much other people like me. I'm not sure how well my family re...	Closer	12	476	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	The Push (Preview) Enjoy !http://www.eaglesneedapush.com/?cm_mmc=CheetahMail-_-MO-_-07.23.12-_-PUSHmovie-USCAXX-&utm_source=CheetahMail&utm_campaign=PUSHmovie-- Edited by Pythonpappy on Monday 23rd of July 2012 08:23:34 AM	Pythonpappy	1	613	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ I Ask God to Decide & 24hrs a Day (Preview) "I pray that you now remove from me every single defect of character which stands in the way of my usefulness to you and my fellows." ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 76 Having admitted my powerlessness and made a decision to turn my will and my life over to the care of God, as I understand Him, I don...	Sobrietyspell	2	393	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	Warm&fuzzy (Preview) So, I did it!!! Leverne accepted me as her sponsee!! And, as instructed, also a poloroid and small caption goes in the recovery scrap book. I've also learned... I'm quite the creative individual. Starting step one formally tomorrow. She asked me to write a brief timeline of my memories. Says it wil...	Neophyte	13	617	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	ALMOST drank...almost but didn't:) (Preview) So last night I had a bit of a meltdown. Came home after a meeting and broke down in tears.. Pacing and full of self loathing. Like, obsessively self loathing.. A record in my head skipping on the "I just can't stand myself" part. Couldn't sleep the whole night.. Had to work at 630. Whatever.....	Col	13	535	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	The great obsession. (Preview) "The idea that somehow, someday he will control and enjoy his drinking is the great obsession of every abnormal drinker." AA BOOK Pg30. AA does not sober up alcoholics. Instead it removes this obsession, through it's design for living in the 12 steps. If we remove the obsession, then we do...	gonee	4	457	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	Anyone considering early retirement? (Preview) Please read Pg 32 of the AA book.	gonee	5	387	Jul 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	Four Letter Words (Preview) Four letter wordsA young couple got married and went on their honeymoon. When they got back, the bride immediately called her mother. "Well," said her mother, "how was the honeymoon?" "Oh, mama," she replied, "the honeymoon as wonderful! So romantic...&q...	Pythonpappy	5	550	Jul 25, 2012 by Rob84
	My guilt (Preview) -- Edited by mommym on Tuesday 24th of July 2012 07:14:34 PM	mommym	4	615	Jul 25, 2012 by jj
	Pink Clouds... (Preview) I heard recently at a meeting about a feeling you can get in AA from continuous sobriety called a pink cloud. Its apparently a feeling that can last for a short amount of time, perhaps maybe a week or so, maybe 2, but can quickly go away and perhaps never come again. Has anyone ever experienced this? Iv...	Closer	19	5253	Jul 25, 2012 by justadrunk
	Im thinking about suicide because of alcohol. (Preview) Hi my names Lindsey, Im 17 years old. The reason I started drinking was for fun of course, I mean im a teenager and thats what most teens do. Well then i realized it made me more confident in myself while i was drunk, it made me talk more, put myself out there more. Without alcohol Im very shy, and quiet, peop...	Lindsey17	19	899	Jul 25, 2012 by justadrunk
	Logic for 200 Math for 500 (Preview) LIGHT BULBS: There are three switches downstairs. Each corresponds to one of the three light bulbs in the attic. You can turn the switches on and off and leave them in any position. How would you identify which switch corresponds to which light bulb, if you are only allowed one trip upstairs? -- E...	Ruhig	21	741	Jul 24, 2012 by StPeteDean
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