Alcoholics Anonymous

GammyRose · GammyRose

Praying all who celebrate Christmas have a great sober Christmas Eve and a blessed Christmas day. My daughter and her family are suppose to be here by noon, my son who worked until 4 am will arrive sometime today.Mom is not feeling any better, so she just wants to call Christmas off. I will be taking he...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

-- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:36, 2006-06-30

Doll · Doll

Today is what matters. The future isn't here yet. When we first heard the slogan One Day at a Time, it probably didn't mean much to us. But our program friends were quick to offer it as a solution to our incessant worrying about the future. Now we appreciate the relief that comes with living 24 ho...

Doll · Doll

   

Phil · Phil

Just to say...I wish each and every one of you..a good weekend.. For some..its a very trying ..and emotional time of year.. To anyone here..thats having a trying one...my email address is on my profile.. To anyone that wishes to chat..on Christmas day..just ship me your phone number..and Ile...

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

I don't know if it's just me or what, but I am seeing not a complete board and the posts are out of order. April Fools? amanda

Phil · Phil

Conscience is what hurts when everything else feels good Even if you are on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there In just two days, tomorrow will be yesterday I plan on living forever. So far, so good. It's frustrating when you know all the answers, but nobody bothers to ask y...

Phil · Phil

And all through the house...the pink elephants were stomping..the bed was shaking...I had blown all the Christmas money..I needed a drink bad.....remorse..guilt..fear..I wanna die...I wanna live...I promise Ile never do this again.. God...and truly meaning what I said.. Ile have a g...

Chrisb · Chrisb

I propose, for this holiday weekend, if anyone can't get to an outside meeting and needs one, that we could each monitor this board for an hour or two, in case some new happens to find us and is in need. My time is cst. I can monitor from 7:00 to 9:00 AM and 7:00 to 9:00 PM. I won't be able to sit here and watch t...

Doll · Doll

RECOVERY, UNITY, SERVICE    

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

-- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:13, 2006-06-30

Phil · Phil

When action grows unprofitable, gather information; when information grows unprofitable, sleep. --Ursula K. LeGuin Sometimes we need to turn away from what's troubling us. Turn it over, says the Third Step. hanging onto a situation for which no solution is immediately apparent, only exa...

Chrisb · Chrisb

We had the phone service moved yesterday. So, I was offline for 24 hours. My DSL won't be connected for about a week. They are making me use dial-up.. I am a sober alcoholic. I'm still looking for a couple of newbie sponsees who are ready to work the steps. I am capable of doing sponsorship via t...

Phil · Phil

Article from Maryland College GRIEF AND LOSS Grief is the normal, natural and expected reaction to loss. When we think of loss, the first thought is usually the death of a loved one. This is a severe loss. But we all experience loss throughout our lives. Think of your transition fr...

zoomie · zoomie

Hi I'm zoomie alcoholic from NY. Just got to this forum,and glad to be here!

GammyRose · GammyRose

I have been dropping in when I have a minute to see how everyone is doing, but things have been crazy here. I had to take my Mom to the ER twice , once Sat. afternoon, she had fallen awhile back, all of a sudden, her leg started hurting really bad, I knew it was bad when she ask for her walker. When they x-...

jeannie · jeannie

I would like to know what alcohol means to you? This is for a paper I have to write. I would greatly appreciate if the great people of this board could help me out. Thank-you in advance. Jeannie

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

-- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:22, 2006-06-30

Phil · Phil

Give to the world all that you have, And the best will come back to you. --Mary Ainge De Vere When we share something of our own with a friend, it gives both of us a special feeling. Generosity blesses the giver as much as the receiver. Sometimes we feel selfish, wanting to hoard all our treats or tre...

Phil · Phil

The Disease Concept of Alcoholism by Sheila Leskinen Denial is the biggest symptom of this illness, and not just for the alcoholic. Many years ago, I looked at alcoholism with a judgmental and moralistic eye, believing it only happened to "other" people. Then it hit close to home, with...

jeannie · jeannie

I am new to this program (five months Dec 27) and I have heard other members speak of a thirteen step - what is this step? Jeannie

Phil · Phil

Step Eleven "Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out." Prayer and meditation are our principal means of conscious contact with God. We A.A.'s are acti...

jeannie · jeannie

Thoughts on life: The closest I ever got to a 4.0 in school was my blood alcohol content. Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. I saw a woman wearing a sweat shirt with "Guess" on it...so I said, "Implants?" I don't do drugs anymore 'cause I find I get the same effec...

Phil · Phil

Self-forgiving is: Accepting yourself as a human who has faults and makes mistakes. Letting go of self anger for your past failures, errors, and mistakes. No longer needing penance, sorrow, and regret over a grievous, self-inflicted, personal offense. The act of self love after you have admitt...

carmie · carmie

HI all!!! Im new to this community, I am an active member of a/a in my town, I have been on the net searching all over to find, a open/closed meeting chairperson format, can anyone help?? please

Dave Harm · Dave Harm

Dear ****, I’m an alcoholic, who has been sober for over 11 years… yet… I still don’t understand what makes a person choose to drink, when they know the destruction it has caused. Why would someone throw away a future of happiness and peace, just to remain - numb? I never asked myself these question...

John · John

Hi everyone, For two days now, the guys at Miracles In Progress Recovery House have received a great number of xmas cards from you fine folks here at MIP 12 Step Forums! If you could see their faces light up, the smiles cross their lips, as they eagerly rip open and read each card al...

Phil · Phil

Twelve-step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) have saved many lives since Bill W. and Dr. Bob first got sober in 1935. Although AA meetings are occasionally depicted in films or on television, nothing can compare to the experience of attending a meeting firsthand. For people who are conte...

Phil · Phil

Staying Open to Our Feelings Many of us have gotten so good at following the "don't feel" rule that we can try to talk ourselves out of having feelings, even in recovery. "If I was really working a good program, I wouldn't feel angry." "I don't get angry. I'm a Christian. I forgive and forget." ...

John · John

PEGGY: Middle-Class Alcoholic For 14 years, Peggy was a heavy drinker. She never thought of herself as an alcoholic, because her drinking and occasional prescription drug abuse occurred within the confines of the upper middle class home where she lived w...

User Name · User Name

.... open meeting??? What's that mean? I've got a list of meetings, some say closed.

Doll · Doll

It is impossible to overemphasize the immense need humans have to be really listened to, to be taken seriously, to be understood. --Dr. Paul Tournier, M.D. We need assurance that our presence has value to the lives of those around us at home, work, and play. Our self worth should not be solely tied...

wagon · wagon

SOME LONGER TERM ACTIONS TO PREVENT RELAPSE: a. LEARN TO PRAY AND MEDITATE. Pray a minimum of three times each day, upon awakening, upon retiring, and before eating. Ask others how they pray. Experiment. Ask your Higher Power how you should pray. Becom...

recovering jb · recovering jb

Hey All, I hope we are having a sober and happy weekend- I have been using this site for medititation: http://www.heartspring.net/meditation_music.html It's pretty decent, particularly the Heartspring compilation- and it has some links to some of the artists' websit...

Chrisb · Chrisb

I have been active in AA for quite a while. Also, I have lived here for 2 years and don't have an oppertunity to work the steps with an AA newcomer. I would much appreciate being put in contact with a couple folks who are ready to work the steps.

wantneeda · wantneeda

And remembered what you said. You told me not to drink, Mom So I had Root Beer instead. I felt proud of myself, The way you said I would, That I didn't drink and drive, Though some friends said I should. I made a healthy choice, And your advice to me was right, The party fin...

Phil · Phil

Give to the world the best you have, and the best will come back to you. --Madeline Bridge We do reap, in some measure, at some time, what we sow. Our respect for others will result in kind. Our love expressed will return tenfold. The kindness we greet others with will ease their relations with us....

wagon · wagon

11 months sober today, thanks to aa and all of u (thanks) one day at a time

wagon

rosie light shines · rosie light shines

Today's thought is: It is impossible to overemphasize the immense need humans have to be really listened to, to be taken seriously, to be understood. --Dr. Paul Tournier, M.D. We need assurance that our presence has value to the lives of those around us at home, work, and play. Our self worth...

Phil · Phil

Because you're not what I would have you be, I blind myself to who, in truth, you are. --Madeleine L'Engle Sometimes we expect far too much of the people around us, and because no one can ever live up to those expectations, we are almost always disappointed. But wouldn't it be better if we just let...

lanchas · lanchas

http://webits3.appstate.edu/apples/counsel/Alcoholism/4_coa_roles.htm

jeannie · jeannie

Treasure every moment that you have! Treasure it even more, when you share with someone special enough to spend their time with you. Remember that time waits for no one. Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That is why it is called the p...

Rick · Rick

FIRST STEP MEETING TODAY***POWERLESS**SURRENDER Sweet Surrender So we're ready to take on the world, at least to take the next step. That's when it hits. Or rather we hit it. The wall. Suddenly the path that looked so clear, so easy, so laid out in front of us disappears. Just a little g...

shannon · shannon

Hi all..I am new here and have 12 hours with out a drink...I will be attending my first AA meeting in the past five years tomorrow. Having kinda a hard day..Feeling depressed and over whelmed emotionally and mentally. But I know that it will get better.. Right now I just need to get through today....

cheri · cheri

Just got back from a trip up to MT...drove 9 hours on monday(almost to Canada) to get to a funeral for an elder...drove part of the way yesterday and got caught in a blizzard that followed me home today. I haven't been posting much lately, but I am thinking of you all and wish you all a sober day tod...

Rick · Rick

I really like that oldtimer thing below. SOOOOOOOO true of some. Your ****good***AA people. You take care of yourself AA needs you

Rick · Rick

It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. --Antoine de Saint-Exupery It has been said that intuition is a talent of women, but in this program we are all learning to listen to our own inner feelings. This is a strength, which has not...

Doll · Doll

This article was written by Hamish White a certified alcoholism and drug dependency counsellor I used to really look forward to the holiday season. It was a time when drinking was accepted and expected. Lavish well stocked bars office parties and abounding eggnog become the welcome norm.... "Merr...

Rick · Rick

We grow small trying to be great. --E. Stanley Jones We dreamed of being great. Trying to be great is about control. We've caused a lot of trouble trying to control things. We've been afraid to just let things happen. We're not very trusting. Many of us have good reasons. Recovery is bas...

Phil · Phil

Faith has to work twenty four hours a day in and through us, or we perish. AA pg 16 The essence of my spirituality, and my sobriety, rests on a round the clock faith in a Higher Power. I need to remember and rely on the God of my understanding, as I pursue all of my daily &nbs...

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	Christmas Wishs... (Preview) Praying all who celebrate Christmas have a great sober Christmas Eve and a blessed Christmas day. My daughter and her family are suppose to be here by noon, my son who worked until 4 am will arrive sometime today.Mom is not feeling any better, so she just wants to call Christmas off. I will be taking he...	GammyRose	2	775	Dec 24, 2005 by Doll
	A Thank you Note (Preview) -- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:36, 2006-06-30	Toni Baloney	5	1031	Dec 24, 2005 by recovering jb
	Today's Gift (Preview) *Today is what matters. The future isn't here yet.* When we first heard the slogan One Day at a Time, it probably didn't mean much to us. But our program friends were quick to offer it as a solution to our incessant worrying about the future. Now we appreciate the relief that comes with living 24 ho...	Doll	2	895	Dec 24, 2005 by Toni Baloney
	Daily Reflections Dec 24 (Preview)	Doll	1	832	Dec 24, 2005 by Phil
	Taking a Moment (Preview) Just to say...I wish each and every one of you..a good weekend.. For some..its a very trying ..and emotional time of year.. To anyone here..thats having a trying one...my email address is on my profile.. To anyone that wishes to chat..on Christmas day..just ship me your phone number..and Ile...	Phil	0	781	Dec 23, 2005 by Phil
	scrambled posts? (Preview) *I don't know if it's just me or what, but I am seeing not a complete board and the posts are out of order. April Fools?* *amanda*	amanda2u2	5	963	Dec 23, 2005 by Toni Baloney
	Thoughts For Today (Preview) Conscience is what hurts when everything else feels good Even if you are on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there In just two days, tomorrow will be yesterday I plan on living forever. So far, so good. It's frustrating when you know all the answers, but nobody bothers to ask y...	Phil	0	835	Dec 23, 2005 by Phil
	Twas the Friday Before Christmas (Preview) And all through the house...the pink elephants were stomping..the bed was shaking...I had blown all the Christmas money..I needed a drink bad.....remorse..guilt..fear..I wanna die...I wanna live...I promise Ile never do this again.. God...and truly meaning what I said.. Ile have a g...	Phil	3	1164	Dec 23, 2005 by wagon
	Holiday Meetings (Preview) I propose, for this holiday weekend, if anyone can't get to an outside meeting and needs one, that we could each monitor this board for an hour or two, in case some new happens to find us and is in need. My time is cst. I can monitor from 7:00 to 9:00 AM and 7:00 to 9:00 PM. I won't be able to sit here and watch t...	Chrisb	5	1096	Dec 23, 2005 by recovering jb
	Daily Reflections Dec 23 (Preview) RECOVERY, UNITY, SERVICE	Doll	2	896	Dec 23, 2005 by recovering jb
	Good Days and Bad Days (Preview) -- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:13, 2006-06-30	Toni Baloney	5	1150	Dec 23, 2005 by zoomie
	Have A Good Day Ehhh? (Preview) *When action grows unprofitable, gather information; when information grows unprofitable, sleep. --Ursula K. LeGuin* Sometimes we need to turn away from what's troubling us. Turn it over, says the Third Step. hanging onto a situation for which no solution is immediately apparent, only exa...	Phil	1	743	Dec 22, 2005 by Toni Baloney
	Hope ya' didn't miss me (Preview) We had the phone service moved yesterday. So, I was offline for 24 hours. My DSL won't be connected for about a week. They are making me use dial-up.. I am a sober alcoholic. I'm still looking for a couple of newbie sponsees who are ready to work the steps. I am capable of doing sponsorship via t...	Chrisb	4	839	Dec 22, 2005 by amanda2u2
	Grief And Loss (Preview) Article from Maryland College GRIEF AND LOSS Grief is the normal, natural and expected reaction to loss. When we think of loss, the first thought is usually the death of a loved one. This is a severe loss. But we all experience loss throughout our lives. Think of your transition fr...	Phil	1	1355	Dec 22, 2005 by wagon
	new here,but not to recovery. (Preview) Hi I'm zoomie alcoholic from NY. Just got to this forum,and glad to be here!	zoomie	13	1556	Dec 22, 2005 by zoomie
	Checking in.... (Preview) I have been dropping in when I have a minute to see how everyone is doing, but things have been crazy here. I had to take my Mom to the ER twice , once Sat. afternoon, she had fallen awhile back, all of a sudden, her leg started hurting really bad, I knew it was bad when she ask for her walker. When they x-...	GammyRose	4	834	Dec 22, 2005 by recovering jb
	QUESTION??????? (Preview) I would like to know what alcohol means to you? This is for a paper I have to write. I would greatly appreciate if the great people of this board could help me out. Thank-you in advance. Jeannie	jeannie	8	1129	Dec 22, 2005 by amanda2u2
	Winter is Here! (Preview) -- Edited by Toni Baloney at 23:22, 2006-06-30	Toni Baloney	3	866	Dec 21, 2005 by Phil
	Tuesday (Preview) *Give to the world all that you have, And the best will come back to you. --Mary Ainge De Vere* When we share something of our own with a friend, it gives both of us a special feeling. Generosity blesses the giver as much as the receiver. Sometimes we feel selfish, wanting to hoard all our treats or tre...	Phil	2	934	Dec 21, 2005 by Toni Baloney
	An Article Re The Four Stages Of Alcoholism (Preview) The Disease Concept of Alcoholism by Sheila Leskinen Denial is the biggest symptom of this illness, and not just for the alcoholic. Many years ago, I looked at alcoholism with a judgmental and moralistic eye, believing it only happened to "other" people. Then it hit close to home, with...	Phil	0	4509	Dec 21, 2005 by Phil
	Need answer to question!!! (Preview) *I am new to this program (five months Dec 27) and I have heard other members speak of a thirteen step - what is this step?* *Jeannie*	jeannie	14	1151	Dec 21, 2005 by jeannie
	Step Eleven (Preview) Step Eleven "Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out." Prayer and meditation are our principal means of conscious contact with God. We A.A.'s are acti...	Phil	1	1224	Dec 20, 2005 by wallsal55
	Keep Smiling (Preview) Thoughts on life: The closest I ever got to a 4.0 in school was my blood alcohol content. Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. I saw a woman wearing a sweat shirt with "Guess" on it...so I said, "Implants?" I don't do drugs anymore 'cause I find I get the same effec...	jeannie	1	887	Dec 20, 2005 by amanda2u2
	Self Forgiving (Preview) *Self-forgiving is*: Accepting yourself as a human who has faults and makes mistakes. Letting go of self anger for your past failures, errors, and mistakes. No longer needing penance, sorrow, and regret over a grievous, self-inflicted, personal offense. The act of self love after you have admitt...	Phil	2	5146	Dec 19, 2005 by jeannie
	I need Help!!! (Preview) HI all!!! Im new to this community, I am an active member of a/a in my town, I have been on the net searching all over to find, a open/closed meeting chairperson format, can anyone help?? please	carmie	8	1158	Dec 19, 2005 by Toni Baloney
	A letter to a love one (Preview) Dear ****, I’m an alcoholic, who has been sober for over 11 years… yet… I still don’t understand what makes a person choose to drink, when they know the destruction it has caused. Why would someone throw away a future of happiness and peace, just to remain - numb? I never asked myself these question...	Dave Harm	2	1223	Dec 19, 2005 by Dave Harm
	Christmas Smile Abound! (Preview) Hi everyone, For two days now, the guys at Miracles In Progress Recovery House have received a great number of xmas cards from you fine folks here at MIP 12 Step Forums! If you could see their faces light up, the smiles cross their lips, as they eagerly rip open and read each card al...	John	0	985	Dec 19, 2005 by John
	AA Meetings (Preview) Twelve-step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) have saved many lives since Bill W. and Dr. Bob first got sober in 1935. Although AA meetings are occasionally depicted in films or on television, nothing can compare to the experience of attending a meeting firsthand. For people who are conte...	Phil	2	1584	Dec 18, 2005 by amanda2u2
	Sunday (Preview) Staying Open to Our Feelings Many of us have gotten so good at following the "don't feel" rule that we can try to talk ourselves out of having feelings, even in recovery. "If I was really working a good program, I wouldn't feel angry." "I don't get angry. I'm a Christian. I forgive and forget." ...	Phil	1	761	Dec 18, 2005 by Dave Harm
	Middle-Class Alcoholic (Preview) PEGGY: Middle-Class Alcoholic For 14 years, Peggy was a heavy drinker. She never thought of herself as an alcoholic, because her drinking and occasional prescription drug abuse occurred within the confines of the upper middle class home where she lived w...	John	0	1463	Dec 18, 2005 by John
	Closed meeting?? (Preview) .... open meeting??? What's that mean? I've got a list of meetings, some say closed.	User Name	4	915	Dec 17, 2005 by amanda2u2
	Today's Thought (Preview) It is impossible to overemphasize the immense need humans have to be really listened to, to be taken seriously, to be understood. --Dr. Paul Tournier, M.D. We need assurance that our presence has value to the lives of those around us at home, work, and play. Our self worth should not be solely tied...	Doll	1	785	Dec 17, 2005 by Sick of being sick
	a little something (Preview) SOME LONGER TERM ACTIONS TO PREVENT RELAPSE: a. LEARN TO PRAY AND MEDITATE. Pray a minimum of three times each day, upon awakening, upon retiring, and before eating. Ask others how they pray. Experiment. Ask your Higher Power how you should pray. Becom...	wagon	0	848	Dec 17, 2005 by wagon
	Website with Meditation Music (Preview) Hey All, I hope we are having a sober and happy weekend- I have been using this site for medititation: http://www.heartspring.net/meditation_music.html It's pretty decent, particularly the Heartspring compilation- and it has some links to some of the artists' websit...	recovering jb	1	900	Dec 17, 2005 by Sick of being sick
	In Search of 1 or 2 Sponsees (Preview) I have been active in AA for quite a while. Also, I have lived here for 2 years and don't have an oppertunity to work the steps with an AA newcomer. I would much appreciate being put in contact with a couple folks who are ready to work the steps.	Chrisb	1	774	Dec 17, 2005 by Doll
	woah.... (Preview) And remembered what you said. You told me not to drink, Mom So I had Root Beer instead. I felt proud of myself, The way you said I would, That I didn't drink and drive, Though some friends said I should. I made a healthy choice, And your advice to me was right, The party fin...	wantneeda	3	892	Dec 17, 2005 by Dave Harm
	Have a good Day (Preview) *Give to the world the best you have, and the best will come back to you. --Madeline Bridge* We do reap, in some measure, at some time, what we sow. Our respect for others will result in kind. Our love expressed will return tenfold. The kindness we greet others with will ease their relations with us....	Phil	2	947	Dec 17, 2005 by Phil
	one day at a time (Preview) 11 months sober today, thanks to aa and all of u (thanks) one day at a time wagon	wagon	6	937	Dec 17, 2005 by wantneeda
	i need to SLOW down (Preview) Today's thought is: It is impossible to overemphasize the immense need humans have to be really listened to, to be taken seriously, to be understood. --Dr. Paul Tournier, M.D. We need assurance that our presence has value to the lives of those around us at home, work, and play. Our self worth...	rosie light shines	1	965	Dec 16, 2005 by GammyRose
	Ya'll Have A Good Day (Preview) *Because you're not what I would have you be, I blind myself to who, in truth, you are. --Madeleine L'Engle* Sometimes we expect far too much of the people around us, and because no one can ever live up to those expectations, we are almost always disappointed. But wouldn't it be better if we just let...	Phil	7	1141	Dec 16, 2005 by jeannie
	Sites to check out (Preview) http://webits3.appstate.edu/apples/counsel/Alcoholism/4_coa_roles.htm	lanchas	1	952	Dec 16, 2005 by GammyRose
	THE PRESENT (Preview) Treasure every moment that you have! Treasure it even more, when you share with someone special enough to spend their time with you. Remember that time waits for no one. Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That is why it is called the p...	jeannie	0	833	Dec 16, 2005 by jeannie
	gotta surrender (Preview) FIRST STEP MEETING TODAY*POWERLESSSURRENDER Sweet Surrender So we're ready to take on the world, at least to take the next step. That's when it hits. Or rather we hit it. The wall. Suddenly the path that looked so clear, so easy, so laid out in front of us disappears. Just a little g...	Rick	6	853	Dec 15, 2005 by Chrisb
	New here (Preview) Hi all..I am new here and have 12 hours with out a drink...I will be attending my first AA meeting in the past five years tomorrow. Having kinda a hard day..Feeling depressed and over whelmed emotionally and mentally. But I know that it will get better.. Right now I just need to get through today....	shannon	11	813	Dec 15, 2005 by Chrisb
	Hi all (Preview) Just got back from a trip up to MT...drove 9 hours on monday(almost to Canada) to get to a funeral for an elder...drove part of the way yesterday and got caught in a blizzard that followed me home today. I haven't been posting much lately, but I am thinking of you all and wish you all a sober day tod...	cheri	4	800	Dec 15, 2005 by Chrisb
	Gammy (Preview) I really like that oldtimer thing below. SOOOOOOOO true of some. Your **good*AA people. You take care of yourself AA needs you	Rick	1	888	Dec 15, 2005 by GammyRose
	todays gift (Preview) *It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. --Antoine de Saint-Exupery* It has been said that intuition is a talent of women, but in this program we are all learning to listen to our own inner feelings. This is a strength, which has not...	Rick	1	849	Dec 15, 2005 by nancyjo59
	Recovery During the Holidays (Preview) This article was written by Hamish White a certified alcoholism and drug dependency counsellor I used to really look forward to the holiday season. It was a time when drinking was accepted and expected. Lavish well stocked bars office parties and abounding eggnog become the welcome norm.... "Merr...	Doll	3	1117	Dec 15, 2005 by Chrisb
	Today's gift 14th (Preview) *We grow small trying to be great. --E. Stanley Jones* We dreamed of being great. Trying to be great is about control. We've caused a lot of trouble trying to control things. We've been afraid to just let things happen. We're not very trusting. Many of us have good reasons. Recovery is bas...	Rick	1	714	Dec 15, 2005 by Phil
	Round The Clock (Preview) Faith has to work twenty four hours a day in and through us, or we perish. AA pg 16 The essence of my spirituality, and my sobriety, rests on a round the clock faith in a Higher Power. I need to remember and rely on the God of my understanding, as I pursue all of my daily &nbs...	Phil	1	857	Dec 15, 2005 by Rick
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