Alcoholics Anonymous

pinkchip · pinkchip

My sponsor assigned me to find out where the saying "Keep coming back it works if you work it. So work it you're worth it" came from. I remember someone giving the answer to this in an AA meeting once but can't recall what he said. I know it is not really "AA" and it just came about li...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

It is easy to let up on the spiritual program of action and rest on our laurels. We are headed for trouble if we do, for alcohol is a subtle foe. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 85 When I am in pain it is easy to stay close to the friends I have found in the programs. Relief from that pain is provided in the solutions c...

gladlee · gladlee

"Look to no other source for salvation. Look unto Me, and you shall be saved. Regard Me as your only supply. That is the secret of prosperity for you, and you in your turn shall save many from poverty ad distress. Whatever danger threatens, look unto Me. Whatever you desire or need, or desire o...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

The circle stands for the whole world of A.A., and the triangle stands for A.A.'s Three Legacies of Recovery, Unity and Service. Within our wonderful new world, we have found freedom from our fatal obsession. A.A. COMES OF AGE, p. 139 Early in ym A.A. life, I became employed in its services and I found t...

kld47 · kld47

Hi I know this may be really off topic here, but I have started hanging out at another site. At first it seemed ok and now I am wondering if it is not some sort of a AA Sex Site. A lot of chat and or chat rooms do talk about AA and Recovery but at times goes into some really wierd stuff at times. I have helped a few pe...

jj · jj

just checking in, still in school, still loving it, and learning so much. read this quote today, but it did not have the author.... it said "Live honestly, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly & leave the rest to God. some days it is not that easy, but what a great reminder. I...

turninggrey · turninggrey

So, to make my life less complex, I am making a move with less "responsibility" and "prestige" for more time off with the fam and quality of life. The pay will be fairly close, if not a bit of a loss, but I am really feeling like it is the right thing to do. I am going to focus on the fa...

turninggrey · turninggrey

Hey BB, I have been pretty slack lately. I saw your thread on the commercial facility and was curious about an update. So what the latest??? Tom

Isa · Isa

Hola tengo un problema con mi forma de beber. Hay algun terapeuta en linea? Gracias

voyager7429 · voyager7429

Hi everyone...just wanted to check in... As most of you have experienced, the wreckage of our past often crowds us very quickly in early sobriety. I am no exception. While on my spree which thankfully came to an end 2 weeks ago, I went and screwed up my finances. My inclination was always to find someo...

SUSIE · SUSIE

Morning, I have something I have been struggleing with......I am going on 4 years sober. My program started with me in jail and a lost license. It was my second offence. It was not a easy journey but I did what I was told and with the help of AA and becoming humble I got my license back after about 2 years...

Jerry F · Jerry F

Looking for perceptions from the MIP AA family. A day ago I gave away a case or two of cold ones after I went thru the lessons and steps of my recovery. Renters left a property I manage just like it has happened before. They left alot of trash including bags of empties...beer and hard and I recognized t...

gladlee · gladlee

"Is My hand shortened that it cannot save? No! My power to save increases as your power to understand My salvation increases. So from strength to strength, from power to power, we go in union. Limitless is My miracle-working power in the universe, though it has limitations in each individu...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

When brimming with gratitude, one's heartbeat must surely result in outgoing love, . . . AS BILL SEES IT, p.37 While practicing service to others, if my successes give rise to grandiosity, I must reflect on what brought me to this point. What has been given joyfully, with love, must be passed on withou...

gonee · gonee

Do not be discouraged. Life is a series of experiences, designed by God for His express purpose. In AA we choose to work the 12 steps- a series of spiritual experiences which culminate in the 12th step into a spiritual awakening. AA calls it a profound personality change. Some call it conversion. But f...

BeachGirls · BeachGirls

I have been asked by a friend if I know any means by which someone who does not hear can get recovery. He is an alcoholic (as am I) and ready to get help; maybe even enter treatment in addition to AA, but not too long ago had a virus which has left him deaf. He does not yet know ASL so really only communication w...

gladlee · gladlee

"Remember to serve all. Be ready to prove your sonship by service. Look on all you meet as guests in your Father's house, to be treated with love, consideration, and gentleness. As a servant of all, think no work beneath you. Be ever ready to do all you can for others. When you serve others, you a...

voyager7429 · voyager7429

(I hope it is okay to start new threads as I check in as was suggested of me...if it is not, please let me know and I will post in the same thread...etiquette in these sorts of forums varies and so I want to adhere to whatever is expected/required.) I had a great experience tonight. My temporary sponsor in...

gladlee · gladlee

"Yes, come for rest. But stay for rest. too. Stop all feverish haste and be calm and untroubled. Come unto Me, not only for petitions to be granted, but for nearness to Me. Be sure of My help, be conscious of My presence, and wait until My rest fills your soul. Rest knows no fear, no want. Rest is s...

bikerbill · bikerbill

So guys, here I am, still fianancially challenged but with much more than I need for daily / weekly / monthly expenses, but no possibility of making major purchases or taking on major debt. That's probably a good thing right now. I handed my company car back last week, I knew it was coming and worked out t...

David W · David W

I always have had a problem playing a roll. I thought if I could make you believe something about me then it would be true. I especially did this over and over in AA. I never let myself be a newcomer. I learned the words and who was the right sponsor to have by popularity and pretended I was ok. I never let myse...

voyager7429 · voyager7429

8 days in and the poisoned thoughts were starting today...I found today that my first reaction to emotional discomfort and fear is to take a drink. I found that I was envisioning myself sitting at a bar with a beer in front of me...for a second this seemed like a valid solution to what I was feeling -- aga...

struggling · struggling

WOW, can't believe I am at this place in my life. I will post my "story" later. Today I took the step of telling my husband (no surprise to him) that I admit I have a problem with alcohol and need help. I am scared of going to a meeting, but I know I need to. I am new to the area I live in and have little s...

Jerry F · Jerry F

Just musing and looking for "spiritual" reassurance. Older Brother is visiting for a week or so and so part of the time (maybe too much of it) it is reminising with younger family that were not around back then and so the stories start to surface with bits of more recent news included. I did...

voyager7429 · voyager7429

Hey everyone -- just wanted to say hello and let this be the beginning of my journey to sobriety. I have wanted to go to a meeting today but I have not been given my keys back yet...that should come tomorrow...I am committing to go to one tomorrow which will be a big step for me to return... The horrors of th...

struggling · struggling

Hello out there. Well, I don't have any horror story. Just a simple decline of coping skills after almost 2 years of high anxiety situations. Let me summarize for you - marriage issues, working out marriage issues, dad diagnosed with cancer, passes 6 weeks later, estate to complete, got laid off, m...

gladlee · gladlee

"You must turn to Me before you are conscious of My nearness. It is that turning to Me you must cultivate in every circumstance. It is so wonderful that naught is needed but that mute appeal. You have no need to voice your longing. No need to plead, no need to bring gifts. How wonderful to feel yo...

kld47 · kld47

It has been about 3 months now. Has anyone heard anything good or hope not bad about Toni and her condition or now non-condition? Hope and Pray everything is all right with her and we find back here on MIP soon.

gonee · gonee

If we are seriously alcoholic, there is no middle of the road for us. Either we accept spiritual help or we die from the disease of alcoholism. Today we have watered down that truth so much, that most real alcoholics are dying because they have done everything else except this. All of those whom I have sp...

marciek · marciek

Hi, I am new to this board. I live in Lyme CT and slipped after 18 yrs of sobriety during which I did not go to meetings. Got back to AA the day after I slipped and had 2 slips but am going on 11 months sobriety. I have a good support group and attend a meeting a day. I have taken a few camping trips with gals from AA...

transamsam · transamsam

this should at least help me dump this huge bag of rocks on me.

barisax · barisax

.... are yes/no questions. They aren't "on a scale of 1 to 10" questions. I saw them years ago when I was drinking, and I treated them like 1 to 10. I didn't have any 10s, I had a few 1s, and averaged a 5. I didn't think that was too bad, then I read at the bottom where it said if you answer yes to ANY...

revpooh · revpooh

Does anyone know where in our literature I can find a quote about anonymity to protect our humility? I was told Dr Bob said something like; " we practice anonymity in public to protect our Fellowship and in AA to protect our humility".

gonee · gonee

The AA tells us, "do not be discouraged." Why am I discouraged? I am discouraged, because I see it impossible for me to accept spiritual help. The book comes back to my rescue again. It says, "no one among us has been able to adhere..." "The point is we are willing...."...

gladlee · gladlee

He is good. Trust in Him. Know that all is well. Just leave in His hands the present and the future, knowing only that He is good. He can bring order out of chaos, good out of evil, peace out of turmoil. Trust and be not afraid.

mikef · mikef

Just one of a million tales of love....Al,was a very talented man who lost his young son from acute appendicitis that Al thought he should have recognized and never got over the guilt odf not taking his son to the hospital.....He started drinking and became Alcoholic.His wife shortly after left him a...

dale63 · dale63

Was going to start this diet for a month, noticed on the bottle after I took my first dose that it has 25% ethol alcohol. I have 3.5 years sobriety. Should I continue or not. I feel that if it does not trigger the craving then all will be well. I know a call to the sponsor is due as well. Thanks, Dale

barisax · barisax

Long time ago... at a weeknight meeting, a newcomer showed up. Mid 40s. His wife brought him to his first meeting. He was shaking and in every way the classic alcoholic. On the verge of losing his house, his family, his job. I gave him rides to meetings here and there. One night called to see if he was...

gonee · gonee

I pray for each and every one of you, my dear brothers and sisters. That you may be well. That your troubles will make you grow. That you may have the basics of life without stress and strife. That you may be peaceful and serene in your heart. This is all I have to give you right now, but I believe that God can a...

Aquaman · Aquaman

I'm not working the program. I'm tired of the program. I want to be sober and I'm bored. So, It's become a 24oz. here...a 24oz. there. Got that Illusion of Control going on.

David W · David W

I know all the right words and how sobriety sounds and looks on people around me. I've studied the Big Book enough to know that head knowledge is not enough. My faith is so small. The only way I know how to care about life always leads to constant worry. I am so so sad and I just don't know why. Why can't I let my...

SUSIE · SUSIE

Not sure whats wrong with me????? Had a busy summer getting every thing done for my daughters wedding. It was stressful but hung in there. Wedding was beautiful and to be honest very glad to have it over. Held my head high with the ex husband and my ex best friend in attendance. Stayed in my program. ...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

. . . no society of men & women ever had a more urgent need for continuous effectiveness & permanent unity. We alcoholics see that we must work together & hang together, else most of us will finally die alone. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 561 Just as the Twelve Steps of A.A. are written in a spec...

gladlee · gladlee

"My peace it is that gives quietness and assurance forever. My peace that flows as some calm river through the dry land of life. Success is the result of work done in peace. Only so can work yield its increase. Abide in Me, and I in you, so shall you bring forth much fruit. Be calm, assured, at rest...

gladlee · gladlee

"Rest in Me. When tired nature rebels, it is her call for rest. Rest then until My life-power flows through you. Have no fear for the future. Be quiet, be still, and in that very stillness your strength will come and will be maintained. The world sees strength in action. In My kingdom it is know...

Jerry F · Jerry F

One of the members on the Al-Anon board shared this message there and I suggested that she share it here...she wasn't able to get on the board here so asked for my support...Here it is. Jerry F My son's friend decided (while under the influence) that his addiction was too much to handle. While in the de...

magicangelz · magicangelz

trying to live the sober life...yet one more time...sometimes i think that 'constitutionally incapable' part was added in specifically for me...start at step one i suppose..i am powerless over drugs and alcohol....help me please...

transamsam · transamsam

Here I called and he called and the attention was great, I would just light up when I saw his name on my phone....just love his voice...he was an angel from heaven, a Gift from god...now it total silence.

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Do we lay the matter before our sponsor or spiritual advisor, earnestly asking God's help & guidance - meanwhile resolving to do the right thing when it becomes clear, cost what it may? TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, pp. 86-87 My belief in a Higher Power is an essential part of my work on Step N...

pinkchip · pinkchip

At least this time I wasn't drunk. Not gonna drink over it either. New day...time to find the solution to this problem.

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	AA history question (Preview) My sponsor assigned me to find out where the saying "Keep coming back it works if you work it. So work it you're worth it" came from. I remember someone giving the answer to this in an AA meeting once but can't recall what he said. I know it is not really "AA" and it just came about li...	pinkchip	10	6498	Oct 3, 2011 by angelov8
	Daily Reflections ~ Lest We Become Complacent & 24hrs a Day (Preview) It is easy to let up on the spiritual program of action and rest on our laurels. We are headed for trouble if we do, for alcohol is a subtle foe. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 85 When I am in pain it is easy to stay close to the friends I have found in the programs. Relief from that pain is provided in the solutions c...	Sobrietyspell	1	1033	Oct 1, 2011 by Mr_David
	God Calling ~ Secret of Prosperity (Preview) "Look to no other source for salvation. Look unto Me, and you shall be saved. Regard Me as your only supply. That is the secret of prosperity for you, and you in your turn shall save many from poverty ad distress. Whatever danger threatens, look unto Me. Whatever you desire or need, or desire o...	gladlee	1	374	Oct 1, 2011 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ The Circle and The Triangle & 24hrs a Day (Preview) The circle stands for the whole world of A.A., and the triangle stands for A.A.'s Three Legacies of Recovery, Unity and Service. Within our wonderful new world, we have found freedom from our fatal obsession. A.A. COMES OF AGE, p. 139 Early in ym A.A. life, I became employed in its services and I found t...	Sobrietyspell	1	390	Sep 30, 2011 by Mr_David
	Other Sites (Preview) Hi I know this may be really off topic here, but I have started hanging out at another site. At first it seemed ok and now I am wondering if it is not some sort of a AA Sex Site. A lot of chat and or chat rooms do talk about AA and Recovery but at times goes into some really wierd stuff at times. I have helped a few pe...	kld47	1	715	Sep 30, 2011 by Mr_David
	hi from sheila (Preview) just checking in, still in school, still loving it, and learning so much. read this quote today, but it did not have the author.... it said "Live honestly, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly & leave the rest to God. some days it is not that easy, but what a great reminder. I...	jj	7	571	Sep 29, 2011 by jj
	So, I am taking a step down/sideways at work.... (Preview) So, to make my life less complex, I am making a move with less "responsibility" and "prestige" for more time off with the fam and quality of life. The pay will be fairly close, if not a bit of a loss, but I am really feeling like it is the right thing to do. I am going to focus on the fa...	turninggrey	8	569	Sep 29, 2011 by turninggrey
	Bikerbill, what happened with the property research? (Preview) Hey BB, I have been pretty slack lately. I saw your thread on the commercial facility and was curious about an update. So what the latest??? Tom	turninggrey	6	658	Sep 29, 2011 by bikerbill
	hola creo que bebo demasiado, hay algun terapeuta en linea? (Preview) Hola tengo un problema con mi forma de beber. Hay algun terapeuta en linea? Gracias	Isa	6	1013	Sep 28, 2011 by Rob84
	The wreckage of my past (Preview) Hi everyone...just wanted to check in... As most of you have experienced, the wreckage of our past often crowds us very quickly in early sobriety. I am no exception. While on my spree which thankfully came to an end 2 weeks ago, I went and screwed up my finances. My inclination was always to find someo...	voyager7429	5	1437	Sep 28, 2011 by voyager7429
	Responsibility? (Preview) Morning, I have something I have been struggleing with......I am going on 4 years sober. My program started with me in jail and a lost license. It was my second offence. It was not a easy journey but I did what I was told and with the help of AA and becoming humble I got my license back after about 2 years...	SUSIE	11	925	Sep 28, 2011 by SUSIE
	Gave it all away...remorsefully (Preview) Looking for perceptions from the MIP AA family. A day ago I gave away a case or two of cold ones after I went thru the lessons and steps of my recovery. Renters left a property I manage just like it has happened before. They left alot of trash including bags of empties...beer and hard and I recognized t...	Jerry F	3	666	Sep 28, 2011 by jj
	God Calling ~ Divine Restraint (Preview) "Is My hand shortened that it cannot save? No! My power to save increases as your power to understand My salvation increases. So from strength to strength, from power to power, we go in union. Limitless is My miracle-working power in the universe, though it has limitations in each individu...	gladlee	1	460	Sep 27, 2011 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ Without Reservation & 24hrs a Day (Preview) When brimming with gratitude, one's heartbeat must surely result in outgoing love, . . . AS BILL SEES IT, p.37 While practicing service to others, if my successes give rise to grandiosity, I must reflect on what brought me to this point. What has been given joyfully, with love, must be passed on withou...	Sobrietyspell	1	478	Sep 27, 2011 by Mr_David
	If you are new here. (Preview) Do not be discouraged. Life is a series of experiences, designed by God for His express purpose. In AA we choose to work the 12 steps- a series of spiritual experiences which culminate in the 12th step into a spiritual awakening. AA calls it a profound personality change. Some call it conversion. But f...	gonee	10	570	Sep 27, 2011 by leeu
	Need Suggestions: Recovery Options for Hearing Impaired (Preview) I have been asked by a friend if I know any means by which someone who does not hear can get recovery. He is an alcoholic (as am I) and ready to get help; maybe even enter treatment in addition to AA, but not too long ago had a virus which has left him deaf. He does not yet know ASL so really only communication w...	BeachGirls	4	1128	Sep 27, 2011 by Jerry F
	God Calling ~ Serve All (Preview) "Remember to serve all. Be ready to prove your sonship by service. Look on all you meet as guests in your Father's house, to be treated with love, consideration, and gentleness. As a servant of all, think no work beneath you. Be ever ready to do all you can for others. When you serve others, you a...	gladlee	1	405	Sep 26, 2011 by Mr_David
	Campfire meeting tonight (Preview) (I hope it is okay to start new threads as I check in as was suggested of me...if it is not, please let me know and I will post in the same thread...etiquette in these sorts of forums varies and so I want to adhere to whatever is expected/required.) I had a great experience tonight. My temporary sponsor in...	voyager7429	6	822	Sep 26, 2011 by Jerry F
	God Calling ~ Come and Stay (Preview) "Yes, come for rest. But stay for rest. too. Stop all feverish haste and be calm and untroubled. Come unto Me, not only for petitions to be granted, but for nearness to Me. Be sure of My help, be conscious of My presence, and wait until My rest fills your soul. Rest knows no fear, no want. Rest is s...	gladlee	1	382	Sep 25, 2011 by Mr_David
	When you don't get what you think you want it's because there's something that you need coming (Preview) So guys, here I am, still fianancially challenged but with much more than I need for daily / weekly / monthly expenses, but no possibility of making major purchases or taking on major debt. That's probably a good thing right now. I handed my company car back last week, I knew it was coming and worked out t...	bikerbill	7	585	Sep 25, 2011 by turninggrey
	I came back after 4 days (Preview) I always have had a problem playing a roll. I thought if I could make you believe something about me then it would be true. I especially did this over and over in AA. I never let myself be a newcomer. I learned the words and who was the right sponsor to have by popularity and pretended I was ok. I never let myse...	David W	5	1004	Sep 25, 2011 by Mr_David
	My peculiar mental twist (Preview) 8 days in and the poisoned thoughts were starting today...I found today that my first reaction to emotional discomfort and fear is to take a drink. I found that I was envisioning myself sitting at a bar with a beer in front of me...for a second this seemed like a valid solution to what I was feeling -- aga...	voyager7429	9	3171	Sep 24, 2011 by Jerry F
	day one (Preview) WOW, can't believe I am at this place in my life. I will post my "story" later. Today I took the step of telling my husband (no surprise to him) that I admit I have a problem with alcohol and need help. I am scared of going to a meeting, but I know I need to. I am new to the area I live in and have little s...	struggling	10	602	Sep 24, 2011 by StPeteDean
	The "past door" (Preview) Just musing and looking for "spiritual" reassurance. Older Brother is visiting for a week or so and so part of the time (maybe too much of it) it is reminising with younger family that were not around back then and so the stories start to surface with bits of more recent news included. I did...	Jerry F	4	676	Sep 24, 2011 by leeu
	Just wanted to say hello (Preview) Hey everyone -- just wanted to say hello and let this be the beginning of my journey to sobriety. I have wanted to go to a meeting today but I have not been given my keys back yet...that should come tomorrow...I am committing to go to one tomorrow which will be a big step for me to return... The horrors of th...	voyager7429	16	721	Sep 24, 2011 by StPeteDean
	here's my story (Preview) Hello out there. Well, I don't have any horror story. Just a simple decline of coping skills after almost 2 years of high anxiety situations. Let me summarize for you - marriage issues, working out marriage issues, dad diagnosed with cancer, passes 6 weeks later, estate to complete, got laid off, m...	struggling	8	727	Sep 23, 2011 by turninggrey
	God Calling ~ Turn Again (Preview) "You must turn to Me before you are conscious of My nearness. It is that turning to Me you must cultivate in every circumstance. It is so wonderful that naught is needed but that mute appeal. You have no need to voice your longing. No need to plead, no need to bring gifts. How wonderful to feel yo...	gladlee	1	415	Sep 23, 2011 by Mr_David
	Just Toni Again (Preview) It has been about 3 months now. Has anyone heard anything good or hope not bad about Toni and her condition or now non-condition? Hope and Pray everything is all right with her and we find back here on MIP soon.	kld47	5	559	Sep 23, 2011 by turninggrey
	Half measures availed us nothing! (Preview) If we are seriously alcoholic, there is no middle of the road for us. Either we accept spiritual help or we die from the disease of alcoholism. Today we have watered down that truth so much, that most real alcoholics are dying because they have done everything else except this. All of those whom I have sp...	gonee	5	1458	Sep 23, 2011 by barisax
	newcomer to board...18 yrs sober and slipped 18 mos ago....find that outdoor activities help to keep me sober (Preview) Hi, I am new to this board. I live in Lyme CT and slipped after 18 yrs of sobriety during which I did not go to meetings. Got back to AA the day after I slipped and had 2 slips but am going on 11 months sobriety. I have a good support group and attend a meeting a day. I have taken a few camping trips with gals from AA...	marciek	7	746	Sep 22, 2011 by Jerry F
	I am going to do my 4th step with my sponsor today, finally (Preview) this should at least help me dump this huge bag of rocks on me.	transamsam	5	551	Sep 22, 2011 by mikef
	Those 20 Questions (Preview) .... are yes/no questions. They aren't "on a scale of 1 to 10" questions. I saw them years ago when I was drinking, and I treated them like 1 to 10. I didn't have any 10s, I had a few 1s, and averaged a 5. I didn't think that was too bad, then I read at the bottom where it said if you answer yes to ANY...	barisax	7	3210	Sep 22, 2011 by Fyne Spirit
	anonymity and humility quote from Dr Bob (Preview) Does anyone know where in our literature I can find a quote about anonymity to protect our humility? I was told Dr Bob said something like; " we practice anonymity in public to protect our Fellowship and in AA to protect our humility".	revpooh	4	2726	Sep 22, 2011 by Fyne Spirit
	Do not be discouraged. (Preview) The AA tells us, "do not be discouraged." Why am I discouraged? I am discouraged, because I see it impossible for me to accept spiritual help. The book comes back to my rescue again. It says, "no one among us has been able to adhere..." "The point is we are willing...."...	gonee	2	535	Sep 21, 2011 by Mike B.
	God Calling ~ Taste and Trust (Preview) He is good. Trust in Him. Know that all is well. Just leave in His hands the present and the future, knowing only that He is good. He can bring order out of chaos, good out of evil, peace out of turmoil. Trust and be not afraid.	gladlee	1	527	Sep 21, 2011 by Mr_David
	We may judge, not knowing legacy of love (Preview) Just one of a million tales of love....Al,was a very talented man who lost his young son from acute appendicitis that Al thought he should have recognized and never got over the guilt odf not taking his son to the hospital.....He started drinking and became Alcoholic.His wife shortly after left him a...	mikef	3	531	Sep 21, 2011 by Mr_David
	HCG Diet, 25% ethol alcohol per 2oz bottle (Preview) Was going to start this diet for a month, noticed on the bottle after I took my first dose that it has 25% ethol alcohol. I have 3.5 years sobriety. Should I continue or not. I feel that if it does not trigger the craving then all will be well. I know a call to the sponsor is due as well. Thanks, Dale	dale63	11	1198	Sep 20, 2011 by Rob84
	One That Didn't Make It (Preview) Long time ago... at a weeknight meeting, a newcomer showed up. Mid 40s. His wife brought him to his first meeting. He was shaking and in every way the classic alcoholic. On the verge of losing his house, his family, his job. I gave him rides to meetings here and there. One night called to see if he was...	barisax	8	901	Sep 20, 2011 by cooncatbob
	Just a prayer for you. (Preview) I pray for each and every one of you, my dear brothers and sisters. That you may be well. That your troubles will make you grow. That you may have the basics of life without stress and strife. That you may be peaceful and serene in your heart. This is all I have to give you right now, but I believe that God can a...	gonee	5	470	Sep 20, 2011 by angelov8
	Slipping a 24oz. at a time. (Preview) I'm not working the program. I'm tired of the program. I want to be sober and I'm bored. So, It's become a 24oz. here...a 24oz. there. Got that Illusion of Control going on.	Aquaman	22	843	Sep 19, 2011 by turninggrey
	Falling apart inside (Preview) I know all the right words and how sobriety sounds and looks on people around me. I've studied the Big Book enough to know that head knowledge is not enough. My faith is so small. The only way I know how to care about life always leads to constant worry. I am so so sad and I just don't know why. Why can't I let my...	David W	12	1171	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Just out of sorts...... (Preview) Not sure whats wrong with me????? Had a busy summer getting every thing done for my daughters wedding. It was stressful but hung in there. Wedding was beautiful and to be honest very glad to have it over. Held my head high with the ex husband and my ex best friend in attendance. Stayed in my program. ...	SUSIE	8	625	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ We Stand-Or Fall-Together & 24hrs a Day (Preview) . . . no society of men & women ever had a more urgent need for continuous effectiveness & permanent unity. We alcoholics see that we must work together & hang together, else most of us will finally die alone. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 561 Just as the Twelve Steps of A.A. are written in a spec...	Sobrietyspell	1	489	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	God Calling ~ Assurance (Preview) "My peace it is that gives quietness and assurance forever. My peace that flows as some calm river through the dry land of life. Success is the result of work done in peace. Only so can work yield its increase. Abide in Me, and I in you, so shall you bring forth much fruit. Be calm, assured, at rest...	gladlee	2	481	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	God Calling ~ Quiet Strength (Preview) "Rest in Me. When tired nature rebels, it is her call for rest. Rest then until My life-power flows through you. Have no fear for the future. Be quiet, be still, and in that very stillness your strength will come and will be maintained. The world sees strength in action. In My kingdom it is know...	gladlee	1	516	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Sharing a Share (Preview) One of the members on the Al-Anon board shared this message there and I suggested that she share it here...she wasn't able to get on the board here so asked for my support...Here it is. Jerry F My son's friend decided (while under the influence) that his addiction was too much to handle. While in the de...	Jerry F	3	665	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	newbie again (Preview) trying to live the sober life...yet one more time...sometimes i think that 'constitutionally incapable' part was added in specifically for me...start at step one i suppose..i am powerless over drugs and alcohol....help me please...	magicangelz	15	779	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Still miss my AA love and wish there was a way to turn the clock back, get a second chance (Preview) Here I called and he called and the attention was great, I would just light up when I saw his name on my phone....just love his voice...he was an angel from heaven, a Gift from god...now it total silence.	transamsam	4	841	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Daily Reflections ~ Peace of Mind & 24hrs a Day (Preview) Do we lay the matter before our sponsor or spiritual advisor, earnestly asking God's help & guidance - meanwhile resolving to do the right thing when it becomes clear, cost what it may? TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, pp. 86-87 My belief in a Higher Power is an essential part of my work on Step N...	Sobrietyspell	1	530	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
	Totaled my car (Preview) At least this time I wasn't drunk. Not gonna drink over it either. New day...time to find the solution to this problem.	pinkchip	6	680	Sep 19, 2011 by Mr_David
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