Alcoholics Anonymous

Ruhig · Ruhig

This past month mike and I have been hitting a rough patch. I beat the hell out of him last night. Today I went to a meeting to learn how not to do that again. Today he packed half his sht and left. He may or may not return in three days. Now, I have prayed on this for the past few hours. And my sponsor thinks it's g...

FlyingSquirrel · FlyingSquirrel

Just checking in... Belly Button Birthday today (44). Spent most of it in bed so far. It`s been a long hard journey and you guys have helped.

justadrunk · justadrunk

I was a vocal major in college. I was trained to sing operatic type stuff mostly. The professors were always telling me to translate the words into English so I knew what I was singing about. That work was assigned in the hope that I would then be able to put emotion into it. Well, I would translate the w...

Ruhig · Ruhig

I take my anonymity seriously. My employers don't need to know, they just need to know I'm a good investment. My family doesn't ask or bring it up, they just let me know when they appreciate something I've done. My classmates don't need to know, they know I won't drink or attend "drinking" af...

Robby D · Robby D

I am a member of the AA Family and am going through some physical difficulties from a previous accident. My problem is how do you differentiate the difference between depending on prescribed medication and the need to have medication for pain?? Where does this fit in my life?? I am an Alcoholic!!

mandm · mandm

Hey everyone i'm on day 4 sober.. I know its not much but i'm feeling really good about it , the cravings are down to a minmal. I just wanted to make sure this is normal. I've actually never last this long and this time with some help I'm feeling confident about my recovery. day one and two I expericed, insa...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

If my body were a car, this is the time I would be thinking about trading it in for a newer model.I've got bumps and dents and scratches in my finish and my paint job is getting a little dull, but that's not the worst of it.My headlights are out of focus and it's especially hard to see things up close.My tract...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"How long have you been driving without a tail light?" asked the policeman after pulling over a motorist.The driver jumped out, ran to the rear of his car, and gave a long, painful groan.He seemed so upset that the cop was moved to ease up on him a bit."Come on, now," he said, "...

gonee · gonee

Adult Child Characteristics: Alcoholic & Dysfunctional Families Codependent behaviours (listed by Janet Woititz), developed in response to alcoholism and dysfunction, that hamper success and the enjoyment of life Regardless of "how we got there", most adult children have in...

flipper · flipper

So I hit my three weeks! Celabrated with some sober go kart racing. Its amazing the fun one can actually have sober, who would have thought. No meetings for me, but all the readings here have helped me through. Thanks

justadrunk · justadrunk

I found a great sponsor yesterday. She listens, and gives me direction. She's a professor, and has been sober 11 yrs, probably about 10ish yrs old than me, and has the big book memorized I think. I am very very very grateful. She's taking me to a womans meeting tonight!!!!! I didn't even know there...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

SteveP · SteveP

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2012/05/23/bc-train-cp-drunk-alberta.html

Angell · Angell

I first found the program in 1978 and stayed sober for seven years, then went back out for seven years before returning. On May 10th of this year I celebrated 20 years of continued sobriety. The things I learned upon my initial arrival into this program were, I believe, crucial to me making it on the s...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Condoms don't guarantee safe sex anymore. A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot by the woman's husband. Pass this safety information on to all your buddies! __________________

wendy · wendy

Hello everyone, my name is Wendy and Ive been sober for 7 days, I havent gone to a meeting yet, and dont think I will at the moment because Im really nervous and lack confidence. Im so glad Ive found this website. Best wishes to you all.

Patty5 · Patty5

Hi, I'm posting to say hello. I've only just realised that I may be a alcoholic. I've been drinking every day for the last few weeks and normally when I drink excessively like this I can stop pretty easily for a few days. But this time its very difficult. I am having some major withdrawal symptoms and I fee...

bizzaro me · bizzaro me

and I'm so psyched. l'm just shy of three sober months and I love it. I accomplished more in the last three months than I have in years. I love hitting meetings and meeting new insane people just like me. Thanks for keeping me sober you psychos! Nick

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

The Light turned yellow The light turned yellow, just in front of him. He did the right thing, stopping at the crosswalk, even though he could have beaten the red light by accelerating through the intersection. The tailgating woman was furious and honked her horn, screaming in frustration, as she...

TipsyMcstagger · TipsyMcstagger

My sponsor is making me email her a list of five things I'm powerless over everyday. It sucks! Having to think about these things and write them out makes me feel like I have little to no power over almost everything I've always tried to control. There better be a method to her madness because I'm not seei...

ET2412 · ET2412

how do u deal with the normal struggles of life?? all i wanna do is drink im so so so stressed out

Ruhig · Ruhig

Today, I was unreasonably angry. My job is mindless work. And my ego got the better of me as I proclaimed in my mind that I am better at my job than any and all other cna's. Also, my brain hates me more this week than any other time. And I just wasn't up for going to a meeting with everyone fidgeting and coughin...

ET2412 · ET2412

how am i suppose to stay sober at my wedding wen my soon to be husband will be drunk. i really am getting to the point of me not showing up

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

One exercise that I practice is to try for a full inventory of my blessings... AS BILL SEES IT, p. 37 What did I have to be grateful for? I shut myself up and started listing the blessings for which I was in no way responsible, beginning with having been born of sound mind and body. I went through seventy...

Fyne Spirit · Fyne Spirit

Many newcomers to AA seem to run into a block around step 3, and quite a few never get past it. Why could that be? Perhaps it is because the first three steps are relatively passive, the first requiring honesty and acceptance, the second, willingness to believe, and the third a simple decision to turn o...

Polly · Polly

Yep Big Book in hand and a reminder of a few pages that I can read today. I need to remind myself of a lot of things. Its been one hell of a day ! two recovering AAs together me and him and a few ~@$%&#@%..words !! Now onto the making amends, something we could both not do before.! All will be well we will b...

Frodo · Frodo

Above all, take it one day at a time. AS BILL SEES IT, p.11 Why do I kid myself that I must stay away from a drink for only one day, when I know perfectly well I must never drink again as long as I live? I am not kidding myself because one day at a time is probably the only way I can reach the long-range objective o...

Ruhig · Ruhig

I didn't go to my prom. And for 2 months, my mom and I were building this float for my sisters prom. Today I drove my sister and her bf (both of whom were gorgeous) thru the parade in their dr who tardis on the back of my pick up. I don't regret not going to my prom, but I'm definitely so thrilled my sister wanted...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Really imagined drinking just 5 or 6 and then stopping. Really seriously thought I could do it! JUST 5 or 6! Only that many..... BAAAAhahahahahahahaha! Do I also think I could eat an entire hippopatamus for supper tonight? HAHAHAHA! What a crazo I am! Off to a meeting... thank God there is alwa...

nickb78 · nickb78

I've had years of sobriety but relapsed Been relapsing and can't stay sober for more than a day or two. Any suggestions.

deb365 · deb365

"You will conquer. The conquering spirit is never crushed. Keep a brave and trusting heart. Face all your difficulties in the spirit of conquest. Rise to greater heights than you have known before. Remember where I am is victory. Forces of evil, within and without you, flee at My presence...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Today I got to pick between going to an AA meeting, or buying a new car. I really needed to go to a meeting today. I woke up cranky and discontented, and needed my other family to get me out of my own head. We had breakfast as a family in the dining room this morning. The sun was shining through my daughter...

Polly · Polly

I get this eamiled to me each day,not sure if you do but theought I would share it. ~*~A.A. Thoughts For The Day~*~^*^*^*^*^(\ ~~ /) ( \ (AA)/ )(_ /AA\ _) /AA\^*^*^*^*^Sponsor "If we are fooling ourselves, a competent adviser can see this quickly. And, as he skillfully guides...

justadrunk · justadrunk

There are a lot of personalities out there. I don't have to like them all, or agree with everyone... I just have to show up. I didn't drink today, so who I am today is good enough.

bizzaro me · bizzaro me

I have been so preoccupied with planning a vacation and mother's day that I just couldn't make it. I feel like I'm searching for excuses to get out of meetings even though I really haven't. I feel kind of like I've let myself down and that i'm taking steps back into my sobriety. Any words of advice as to not...

Col · Col

Hey all.. I'm very new to this whole recovery thing though I've known Ive had a problem with drinking for a while. Guess I'm stubborn and just thought I needed more willpower. I drank on pretty much a daily basis for years and stopped that habit a couple months ago. The withdrawal was rough so I realized t...

Polly · Polly

Thaoght I would share this for the newcomer.. We need to understanding Dr..My Dr understood it all and said to me reaturn to the rooms of AA you all find all that you need there. :} The Doctor's Opinion We of Alcoholics Anonymous believe that the reader will be interested in the medical estimate...

justadrunk · justadrunk

I'm not so peachy today. I've had a lot of blissful days thanks to this program recently... but this is not one of them. But I'm feeling things, and that's okay today. I don't need to numb anything anymore... and for that I'm grateful.

TipsyMcstagger · TipsyMcstagger

And it appears that the aftermath of my "research" might not be as terrible as I first thought.

flipper · flipper

So as the subject reads, today is my first post, and I think I may be here for a while! Here is a brief Bio, mid 30's, but have consumed enough booze to saturate any and all deserts on this planet. Finally realized if I don't stop I will die, and my family needs me, my kids are my life. Always been an addict, w...

ET2412 · ET2412

ive been to aa a few meetings and everyone keeps telling oh things will get better once ur sober and ive been sober for 6months and its not at all getting better yes i do feel alot less sick lol but im miserable and unhappy and it def didnt help that i miscarried again, ive never done this online stuff befor...

Shorn · Shorn

Hello all, A group of us in my home town are working on opening a 501c3 Non-Profit Club, following WSO guidelines and other clubs I have consulted with. I made this general recovery video that is not specific to any organization. I'd love to get feed back as to how it comes across. One of the main reasons f...

Ruhig · Ruhig

I was feelin really bad today. I started the day off with coffee w my sponsor(2 hours). Went to an interview. Picked up a friend and hit a meeting. Went back to my sponsor(30 minutes) Went home and showered. Went back to my sponsors(2 hours). Came back home. We get out of our heads by listening to other pe...

justadrunk · justadrunk

I sit down to write here on this AA forum, and really, I have nothing much to say. But I made a personal commitment to myself that during this 90x90 day period, I would also post here each day. Partly because the writing is healing. Partly so I can peek back at myself... laugh at myself... learn from mys...

AmyWillWin · AmyWillWin

I swore off drinking October 13th, 2010 and did pretty well for a while. I know I can't drink, my parents are alcoholics and I have absolutely no control once that first drink gets me drunk. I've always been pretty functional--I've never been in legal trouble or lost a job over it, however, I've lost fr...

mikef · mikef

Morning and blessings of the day from our new digs in Pomano Beach Florida!Welcome to all,newcomers,those just coming around or just coming back and those who continue to apply Our solution the Steps applied in our lives and guided by THAT Power greater than ourselves.I am working toward seeking a d...

Ruhig · Ruhig

"when the teacher is ready, the student will come" True? False? Something in between? And no, I'm not trying to sponsor some one with only (I'm guessing) a month clean.

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Often it was while working on this Step with our sponsors or spiritual advisers that we first felt truly able to forgive others, no matter how deeply we felt they had wronged us. Our moral inventory had persuaded us that all-round forgiveness was desirable, but it was only when we resolutely tackled S...

Wolfie55 · Wolfie55

Vacation time is almost here. I have 17 days off. Someone asked me where I planned to go on my time off. I said more meetings. I actually planned my time off so I could take in some of the one-year anniversary meetings of a few of my clients. And I noticed that the service weekend for my province falls around...

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	Vent (Preview) This past month mike and I have been hitting a rough patch. I beat the hell out of him last night. Today I went to a meeting to learn how not to do that again. Today he packed half his sht and left. He may or may not return in three days. Now, I have prayed on this for the past few hours. And my sponsor thinks it's g...	Ruhig	16	745	May 26, 2012 by Ruhig
	Hello (Preview) Just checking in... Belly Button Birthday today (44). Spent most of it in bed so far. It`s been a long hard journey and you guys have helped.	FlyingSquirrel	9	574	May 25, 2012 by SoberSteve
	Shaky hands (Preview) I was a vocal major in college. I was trained to sing operatic type stuff mostly. The professors were always telling me to translate the words into English so I knew what I was singing about. That work was assigned in the hope that I would then be able to put emotion into it. Well, I would translate the w...	justadrunk	5	755	May 25, 2012 by justadrunk
	Anonymity? (Preview) I take my anonymity seriously. My employers don't need to know, they just need to know I'm a good investment. My family doesn't ask or bring it up, they just let me know when they appreciate something I've done. My classmates don't need to know, they know I won't drink or attend "drinking" af...	Ruhig	16	818	May 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	How do you Live with Physical pain and ailments without taking prescribed medication?? (Preview) I am a member of the AA Family and am going through some physical difficulties from a previous accident. My problem is how do you differentiate the difference between depending on prescribed medication and the need to have medication for pain?? Where does this fit in my life?? I am an Alcoholic!!	Robby D	14	662	May 25, 2012 by Jerry F
	Day 4 sober nightmares normal? (Preview) Hey everyone i'm on day 4 sober.. I know its not much but i'm feeling really good about it , the cravings are down to a minmal. I just wanted to make sure this is normal. I've actually never last this long and this time with some help I'm feeling confident about my recovery. day one and two I expericed, insa...	mandm	7	919	May 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	If My Body Were a Car! (Preview) If my body were a car, this is the time I would be thinking about trading it in for a newer model.I've got bumps and dents and scratches in my finish and my paint job is getting a little dull, but that's not the worst of it.My headlights are out of focus and it's especially hard to see things up close.My tract...	Pythonpappy	1	553	May 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	The Tail Light! (Preview) "How long have you been driving without a tail light?" asked the policeman after pulling over a motorist.The driver jumped out, ran to the rear of his car, and gave a long, painful groan.He seemed so upset that the cop was moved to ease up on him a bit."Come on, now," he said, "...	Pythonpappy	1	420	May 25, 2012 by Mr_David
	Children of alcoholics (Preview) Adult Child Characteristics: Alcoholic & Dysfunctional Families Codependent behaviours (listed by Janet Woititz), developed in response to alcoholism and dysfunction, that hamper success and the enjoyment of life Regardless of "how we got there", most adult children have in...	gonee	7	581	May 24, 2012 by Ruhig
	3 weeks! (Preview) So I hit my three weeks! Celabrated with some sober go kart racing. Its amazing the fun one can actually have sober, who would have thought. No meetings for me, but all the readings here have helped me through. Thanks	flipper	8	537	May 24, 2012 by Frodo
	This isn't Goodbye (Preview) I found a great sponsor yesterday. She listens, and gives me direction. She's a professor, and has been sober 11 yrs, probably about 10ish yrs old than me, and has the big book memorized I think. I am very very very grateful. She's taking me to a womans meeting tonight!!!!! I didn't even know there...	justadrunk	11	608	May 24, 2012 by Fyne Spirit
	As I Mature! (Preview)	Pythonpappy	2	440	May 24, 2012 by Fyne Spirit
	We do not like to pronounce anyone an alcoholics... (Preview) http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2012/05/23/bc-train-cp-drunk-alberta.html	SteveP	1	440	May 24, 2012 by Mr_David
	Times past in AA (Preview) I first found the program in 1978 and stayed sober for seven years, then went back out for seven years before returning. On May 10th of this year I celebrated 20 years of continued sobriety. The things I learned upon my initial arrival into this program were, I believe, crucial to me making it on the s...	Angell	3	624	May 24, 2012 by Mr_David
	Same Sex Marriage? (Preview)	Pythonpappy	3	448	May 24, 2012 by mikef
	Warning About Condoms! (Preview) Condoms don't guarantee safe sex anymore. A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot by the woman's husband. Pass this safety information on to all your buddies! __________________	Pythonpappy	5	613	May 23, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	7 days! (Preview) Hello everyone, my name is Wendy and Ive been sober for 7 days, I havent gone to a meeting yet, and dont think I will at the moment because Im really nervous and lack confidence. Im so glad Ive found this website. Best wishes to you all.	wendy	9	446	May 23, 2012 by Mike B.
	New here (Preview) Hi, I'm posting to say hello. I've only just realised that I may be a alcoholic. I've been drinking every day for the last few weeks and normally when I drink excessively like this I can stop pretty easily for a few days. But this time its very difficult. I am having some major withdrawal symptoms and I fee...	Patty5	13	659	May 22, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Off to my meeting tonight. (Preview) and I'm so psyched. l'm just shy of three sober months and I love it. I accomplished more in the last three months than I have in years. I love hitting meetings and meeting new insane people just like me. Thanks for keeping me sober you psychos! Nick	bizzaro me	12	661	May 22, 2012 by wendy
	The Light Turned Yellow (Preview) The Light turned yellow The light turned yellow, just in front of him. He did the right thing, stopping at the crosswalk, even though he could have beaten the red light by accelerating through the intersection. The tailgating woman was furious and honked her horn, screaming in frustration, as she...	Pythonpappy	4	870	May 22, 2012 by Ruhig
	Five things I am powerless over... (Preview) My sponsor is making me email her a list of five things I'm powerless over everyday. It sucks! Having to think about these things and write them out makes me feel like I have little to no power over almost everything I've always tried to control. There better be a method to her madness because I'm not seei...	TipsyMcstagger	8	5549	May 22, 2012 by pinkchip
	today (Preview) how do u deal with the normal struggles of life?? all i wanna do is drink im so so so stressed out	ET2412	8	505	May 22, 2012 by Frodo
	Suprises (Preview) Today, I was unreasonably angry. My job is mindless work. And my ego got the better of me as I proclaimed in my mind that I am better at my job than any and all other cna's. Also, my brain hates me more this week than any other time. And I just wasn't up for going to a meeting with everyone fidgeting and coughin...	Ruhig	6	582	May 22, 2012 by Mr_David
	Wedding... (Preview) how am i suppose to stay sober at my wedding wen my soon to be husband will be drunk. i really am getting to the point of me not showing up	ET2412	7	561	May 22, 2012 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ A List of Blessings & 24hrs a Day (Preview) One exercise that I practice is to try for a full inventory of my blessings... AS BILL SEES IT, p. 37 What did I have to be grateful for? I shut myself up and started listing the blessings for which I was in no way responsible, beginning with having been born of sound mind and body. I went through seventy...	Sobrietyspell	1	862	May 22, 2012 by Mr_David
	Step 3, What's the Deal? (Preview) Many newcomers to AA seem to run into a block around step 3, and quite a few never get past it. Why could that be? Perhaps it is because the first three steps are relatively passive, the first requiring honesty and acceptance, the second, willingness to believe, and the third a simple decision to turn o...	Fyne Spirit	5	469	May 22, 2012 by leeu
	Big Book in hand. (Preview) Yep Big Book in hand and a reminder of a few pages that I can read today. I need to remind myself of a lot of things. Its been one hell of a day ! two recovering AAs together me and him and a few ~@$%&#@%..words !! Now onto the making amends, something we could both not do before.! All will be well we will b...	Polly	2	487	May 21, 2012 by Polly
	One day at a time (Preview) Above all, take it one day at a time. AS BILL SEES IT, p.11 Why do I kid myself that I must stay away from a drink for only one day, when I know perfectly well I must never drink again as long as I live? I am not kidding myself because one day at a time is probably the only way I can reach the long-range objective o...	Frodo	7	793	May 21, 2012 by Pythonpappy
	Involvement (Preview) I didn't go to my prom. And for 2 months, my mom and I were building this float for my sisters prom. Today I drove my sister and her bf (both of whom were gorgeous) thru the parade in their dr who tardis on the back of my pick up. I don't regret not going to my prom, but I'm definitely so thrilled my sister wanted...	Ruhig	8	566	May 21, 2012 by StPeteDean
	Daydreaming of controlled drinking on my drive home. (Preview) Really imagined drinking just 5 or 6 and then stopping. Really seriously thought I could do it! JUST 5 or 6! Only that many..... BAAAAhahahahahahahaha! Do I also think I could eat an entire hippopatamus for supper tonight? HAHAHAHA! What a crazo I am! Off to a meeting... thank God there is alwa...	justadrunk	6	518	May 21, 2012 by StPeteDean
	Continuous relapse (Preview) I've had years of sobriety but relapsed Been relapsing and can't stay sober for more than a day or two. Any suggestions.	nickb78	6	1073	May 21, 2012 by StPeteDean
	God Calling - Win Me - Win All (Preview) "You will conquer. The conquering spirit is never crushed. Keep a brave and trusting heart. Face all your difficulties in the spirit of conquest. Rise to greater heights than you have known before. Remember where I am is victory. Forces of evil, within and without you, flee at My presence...	deb365	2	364	May 21, 2012 by SoberSteve
	Pearl white. (Preview) Today I got to pick between going to an AA meeting, or buying a new car. I really needed to go to a meeting today. I woke up cranky and discontented, and needed my other family to get me out of my own head. We had breakfast as a family in the dining room this morning. The sun was shining through my daughter...	justadrunk	5	570	May 21, 2012 by justadrunk
	AA thoughts for the day. (Preview) I get this eamiled to me each day,not sure if you do but theought I would share it. *~~A.A. Thoughts For The Day~~^^^^^(\ ~~ /) ( \ (AA)/ )(_ /AA\ _) /AA\^^^^^Sponsor* "If we are fooling ourselves, a competent adviser can see this quickly. And, as he skillfully guides...	Polly	3	889	May 21, 2012 by Polly
	Who I am today is good enough. (Preview) There are a lot of personalities out there. I don't have to like them all, or agree with everyone... I just have to show up. I didn't drink today, so who I am today is good enough.	justadrunk	6	682	May 20, 2012 by Frodo
	I've skipped three meetings in the last three days.... (Preview) I have been so preoccupied with planning a vacation and mother's day that I just couldn't make it. I feel like I'm searching for excuses to get out of meetings even though I really haven't. I feel kind of like I've let myself down and that i'm taking steps back into my sobriety. Any words of advice as to not...	bizzaro me	15	582	May 20, 2012 by SteveP
	Hey guys:) I'm a newbie (Preview) Hey all.. I'm very new to this whole recovery thing though I've known Ive had a problem with drinking for a while. Guess I'm stubborn and just thought I needed more willpower. I drank on pretty much a daily basis for years and stopped that habit a couple months ago. The withdrawal was rough so I realized t...	Col	12	667	May 20, 2012 by SteveP
	The Dr Opinion. In the big book. (Preview) Thaoght I would share this for the newcomer.. We need to understanding Dr..My Dr understood it all and said to me reaturn to the rooms of AA you all find all that you need there. :} The Doctor's Opinion We of Alcoholics Anonymous believe that the reader will be interested in the medical estimate...	Polly	2	3021	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	Peachy or not so. (Preview) I'm not so peachy today. I've had a lot of blissful days thanks to this program recently... but this is not one of them. But I'm feeling things, and that's okay today. I don't need to numb anything anymore... and for that I'm grateful.	justadrunk	7	579	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	It's a new week, two days sober, two meetings under my belt, got a sponsor... (Preview) And it appears that the aftermath of my "research" might not be as terrible as I first thought.	TipsyMcstagger	11	730	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	Newbie here (Preview) So as the subject reads, today is my first post, and I think I may be here for a while! Here is a brief Bio, mid 30's, but have consumed enough booze to saturate any and all deserts on this planet. Finally realized if I don't stop I will die, and my family needs me, my kids are my life. Always been an addict, w...	flipper	13	584	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	everything (Preview) ive been to aa a few meetings and everyone keeps telling oh things will get better once ur sober and ive been sober for 6months and its not at all getting better yes i do feel alot less sick lol but im miserable and unhappy and it def didnt help that i miscarried again, ive never done this online stuff befor...	ET2412	10	533	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	Feedback on this recovery video (Preview) Hello all, A group of us in my home town are working on opening a 501c3 Non-Profit Club, following WSO guidelines and other clubs I have consulted with. I made this general recovery video that is not specific to any organization. I'd love to get feed back as to how it comes across. One of the main reasons f...	Shorn	12	634	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	I thought... (Preview) I was feelin really bad today. I started the day off with coffee w my sponsor(2 hours). Went to an interview. Picked up a friend and hit a meeting. Went back to my sponsor(30 minutes) Went home and showered. Went back to my sponsors(2 hours). Came back home. We get out of our heads by listening to other pe...	Ruhig	10	706	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	Yep, still an alcoholic. (Preview) I sit down to write here on this AA forum, and really, I have nothing much to say. But I made a personal commitment to myself that during this 90x90 day period, I would also post here each day. Partly because the writing is healing. Partly so I can peek back at myself... laugh at myself... learn from mys...	justadrunk	7	679	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	The neverending story (Preview) I swore off drinking October 13th, 2010 and did pretty well for a while. I know I can't drink, my parents are alcoholics and I have absolutely no control once that first drink gets me drunk. I've always been pretty functional--I've never been in legal trouble or lost a job over it, however, I've lost fr...	AmyWillWin	9	725	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	Settling in! (Preview) Morning and blessings of the day from our new digs in Pomano Beach Florida!Welcome to all,newcomers,those just coming around or just coming back and those who continue to apply Our solution the Steps applied in our lives and guided by THAT Power greater than ourselves.I am working toward seeking a d...	mikef	8	509	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	Your opinion? (Preview) "when the teacher is ready, the student will come" True? False? Something in between? And no, I'm not trying to sponsor some one with only (I'm guessing) a month clean.	Ruhig	6	643	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ We Forgive & 24hrs a Day (Preview) Often it was while working on this Step with our sponsors or spiritual advisers that we first felt truly able to forgive others, no matter how deeply we felt they had wronged us. Our moral inventory had persuaded us that all-round forgiveness was desirable, but it was only when we resolutely tackled S...	Sobrietyspell	1	347	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
	Alcoholism Doesn't Take Vacations (Preview) Vacation time is almost here. I have 17 days off. Someone asked me where I planned to go on my time off. I said more meetings. I actually planned my time off so I could take in some of the one-year anniversary meetings of a few of my clients. And I noticed that the service weekend for my province falls around...	Wolfie55	5	2708	May 20, 2012 by Mr_David
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