Alcoholics Anonymous

wantneeda · wantneeda

Thursday, July 14, 2005 Your influence Give, and you will have. Teach, and you will learn. Listen, and you will be understood. Live with kindness, and kindness will live with you. Respect, and you will be respected. Be truthful, and it will be nearly impossible for others to deceive you. Kee...

OldPro · OldPro

Well, it's day 8 for me. And so far so good, until this morning! I usually talk to my mom twice a week (for over 15 yrs), she lives in another state, but have avoided her since I've been in the AA program because a phone call to or from her ALWAYS goes like this; If she calls me, I don't even sit down after answer...

Phil · Phil

Ive been away from the board for a while. Its great to see all the newcommers and oldtimers here. At present, things dont look that great in my life, and its called the big word "Expectations" Its very easy to get away from the network of the fellowship of AA in our lives, when everythings going good....

Phil · Phil

Thanks for the welcome everyone. I have no idea what tomorrow brings. I hafta leave it with a Higher Power, and see where it leads. Life kinda went off the expectant course--dont know if its temporary or permanent. Maybe hele fix whats broken--maybe He wont--all I can do right now is fully trust...

Nic · Nic

As we grow up, we learn that even the one person that wasn't supposed to ever let you down probably will. You will have your heart broken probably more than once and it's harder every time. You'll break hearts too, so remember how it felt when yours was broken. You'll fight with your best friend. You'll b...

wantneeda · wantneeda

I came back a day early, my friend had to work. My daughter was the biggest fisher though,,,she caught 8 fish!!!! I caught one.....but it was the only perch:) Was so nice to spend a night out at the cabin with my daughter, she 16 now and pretty much has a life of her own. We went for a walk last night, st...

wantneeda · wantneeda

hello.... Gammy you said to come post when i'm down...not just up. Well here I am...My heart is breaking tonight. A risk I took and knew I was taking when i did it. My boyfriend told me tonight that he doesn't know if he's over his last girlfriend...says he plans on making a decision tonight..i haven...

tox nedrub · tox nedrub

We have enough youth, how about a fountain of Smart? He who laughs last thinks slowest. Auntie Em, Hate you, hate Kansas, taking the dog... Dorothy. Time is what keeps everything from happening at once. I get enough exercise just pushing my luck. Where there's a will, I want to be in it. ...

GA_Peach · GA_Peach

Through meetings, my sponsor, this board and my friends in the program; I am starting to feel somewhat normal again!!!

My psycho behavior is subsiding and I'm feeling like my old self again. Things with my man are going much better; we both seem happier wi...

wantneeda · wantneeda

i typed out a reply for my last post...:(...but don't see it there...so I'll try this,.... well thats strange...i see a reply from Kim H on the main page but not here..... So I finally talked to him.....he's choosing to keep seeing me!!!!!!!!! well they say expectations lead to disappointment...

Kim H · Kim H

Hey all, I haven't posted here in quite a while. I have had lots of "life" issues that I have been dealing with in the last few months. Its been hard, but I have been able to maintain my sobriety and my clean time. This past Saturday (july 9), was my AA/NA birthday, 4 YEARS!!! I actually went...

FraKctured · FraKctured

Hi guys, my name is Kevin and I'm an alcoholic. I came across this site via Google search. I have now been sober for six weeks- could have been 3 months but I relapsed. It's in the past and I have forgiven myself. My drinking started at an early age. I was 12 years old when I first became intoxicated. The...

cheri · cheri

Good morning everyone, Went to a meeting last night and left with great feelings about the world. Funny how one little thing can change my whole aspect on life. What was great was that one kid from the treatment center spoke up and made us older,but not necessarily wiser, folks sit up and think about t...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 11 A great turning point in our lives came when we sought for humility as something we really wanted, rather than something we must have. Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions p. 75 Either the A.A. way of life becomes one of joy or I return to the darkness an...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 10 ... when we have taken a square look at some of these defects, have discussed them with another, and have become willing to have them removed, our thinking about humility commences to have a wider meaning. Twelve Steps and Twelve Tradtitions p.74 When sit...

Nic · Nic

A Goatherder had sought to bring back a stray goat to his flock. He yelled and sounded his horn in vain; the straggler paid no attention to the summons. At last the Goatherder threw his horn at the goat, and broke it. He begged the Goat not to tell his Dad that he had broken the horn...

kjdimples · kjdimples

This is my first time posting to this site but after reading some of the topics/stories - here goes: My story goes like this - I grew up in an alcoholic family. My dad was both a gambler and a serious drinker, which he still is today, while my mom was the one to hold the family together. I have...

OldPro · OldPro

I am only 8 days into sobriety, and I use, and have all along, the word "only" because it in itself is humbling to me. And I didn't realize that until today.... The most humbling experience I've had, thus far, is saying the words, "I'm op, and I'm an alcoholic". "I AM AN ALCOHOLIC." He...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 9 Humbly ask Him to remove our shortcomings. Twelve Steps And Twelve Traditions p.70 The subject of humility is a difficult one. Humility is not thinking less of myself than I ought to; it is acknowledging that I do certain things well, it is accepting a compliment graciou...

wagon · wagon

good morning!i been doing good just checking in i know how worried gammy gets ha ha. im going golfing with my brother today and looking forward to it. i have 4 brothers and 4 sister they are slowly excecping me back. after i made a ass out of myself in front of them and there kids it feels great getting a seco...

GA_Peach · GA_Peach

I am having the hardest time controlling my emotions right now, especially with my boyfriend! I know it's because I'm fresh off a relapse and things are still kind of crazy, but I HATE acting like this!! I completely lose it on him and turn into a total psycho bitch - throwing temp...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 8 The Seventh Step is where we make the change in our attitude which permits us, with humility as our guide, to move out from ourselves toward others and toward God. Twelve Steps And Twelve Traditions p. 76 When I finally asked God to remove those things blocki...

cheri · cheri

For any members of the board who reside in London or have family nearby... My prayers go out tonight that you and yours are safe today. Love,cheri

Doll · Doll

There once was a little boy who had a bad temper. His Father gave him a bag of nails and told him that every time he lost his temper, he must hammer a nail into the back of the fence. The first day the boy had driven 37 nails into the fence. Over the next few weeks, as he learned to control his anger, the number of...

Novangelus · Novangelus

I've joined here because I'm worried about my drinking. Maybe it's denial, but I really don't think I'm an alcoholic. I just have been partying a lot and I'm worried about it developing into alcoholism. I've been finding comfort in drinking. I actually work at a bar, and I don't drink on the...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 7 ...primarily fear that we would lose something we already possessed or would fail to get something we demanded. Living upon a basis of unsatisfied demands, we were in a state of continual disturbance and frustration. Therefore, no peace was to be had unless we could find a...

OldPro · OldPro

Well, I'm still here...... It's day #6 without a drink. Longest I've ever gone in 25 yrs. I have hit every meeting I could in the last 3 days and am off to one in a few minutes....... I've met some awesome folks in AA and I've met some real A-holes too!! LOL. But we ALL share the same problem and that's all that...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 5 Our human resources as marshalled by the will, were not sufficient; they failed utterly... Every day is a day when we must carry the vision of God's will into all our activities. Alcoholics Anonymous p.45, 85 I hear talk of the "weak-willed" alcoholic, but...

tox nedrub · tox nedrub

Heartache is a part of the living experience. It touches us all and can be felt on many levels - from a tragic loss to a private personal passage. Each time we feel the ache, we are being challenged to grow, to learn, and to better love ourselves and others. Faith, foregiveness, acceptance, and the coura...

GA_Peach · GA_Peach

Hello all, I am new to the board. I have a week and a half sober, but I'm not new to AA. (I had a year and a half and then relapsed for 7-8 months.) I came across this board and I sometimes get bored at work during the day, so I figured this would be a healthy way to&nbs...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 6 The cheif activator of our defects has been self-centered fear... Twelve Steps And Twelve Traditions p.76 When I feel uncomfortable, irritated, or depressed, I look for fear. This "evil and corroding thread" is the root of my distress: Fear of failure; fear of others' opinio...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 4 ... deep down in every man, woman ,and child, is the fundamental idea of God. It may be obscured by calamity, by pomp, by worship of other things, but in some form or other it is there. For faith in a Power greater than ourselves, and miraculous demonstations of that power in hu...

Nic · Nic

Far out. You wander off for 5 minutes....(oh ok, a coupla days)...and the whole world changes completely. Hello folks. The board looks heaps busy. Great to see OldPro here, sharing and flying the flag of success. Have enjoyed reading back over your triumphs and am impressed by your willingness...

Nic · Nic

How Bill W. refuted that 'A.A. is a SELFISH program.' .... Another correspondent complained directly that he had been "disturbed to hear some A.A. speakers say, 'A.A. is a selfish program.'" The co-founder's response was eventually published in "The A.A. Way of Life": I can see why you are dist...

aaqld · aaqld

http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=31&art_id=qw111742974190B255

OldPro · OldPro

Didn't sleep too much last night, my mind raced. Everything from childhood to last night's meeting........ these are some of the questions that came to mind, and please forgive me if anyone thinks their stupid or ignorant! Can I drink O'douls or a non-alcholic beer? They have a small percen...

Doll · Doll

Yesterday morning I woke up late for work again. So, I called in, again. Now I'm not sure if I even have any sick days left. You see I'm sure I've used them all up, I've had to by now, but I always have a story to explain it away or I'll take my write up and make it to work long enough for it to come off my record. Now...

OldPro · OldPro

I made that first meeting. It was something. And you all were right, I feel great right now! I was welcomed with open arms and have never felt so loved from people who don't even know me. It was amazing. I got a white chip! And my plan is 90 meetings in 90 days! There are many thru-out the day so that wil...

Edscott · Edscott

My name is ed scott. I have a son who is in the hospital for a brain anurism. His name is Tim S. He has two years sober and really needs a lot of prayer, so if you could please say some prayers. Thank you Ed Scott edscott@adelphia.net

OldPro · OldPro

I have an hour before I have to leave for my very first meeting. And I'm terrified. My mind keeps saying " This really means I can't drink ever again. This really means I AM an alcoholic. Where will I go now, who will be my friends, what will I do with my free time, cuz doing anything always invo...

OldPro · OldPro

Why is it so difficult to get a straight answer from someone? I have planned to attend my first meeting in a few hours, and going online to find when and where is soooo confusing. They say things like Open, closed, speaker, etc. (I get the ns, women, etc part, just not the rest). Then I...

OldPro · OldPro

But I know it's OK, TODAY. My last beer was about 11:30 pm Friday night and I had sooo many I'm still recouperating from that. So, the beer will stay in the fridge un-opended atleast for a few more days. But, soon enough, the hangover will be gone and so will the feelings of guil...

OldPro · OldPro

today is the first day of the rest of my life (I hope) that i will no longer drink. been doing it pretty regular since i was 14, 39 now! newly divorced, about a year, used to drink at home, alone, but discovered bars recently. well, after about 3 months now of going pretty regular and "h...

Busbe · Busbe

Well everyone the day has come when my husband was forced to retire he will be 67 in September and the job he had was so stressful I know it is a blessing in disquise. And I have to trust Higher Power that he will look after us. Our plans was for him to work another year but as tired as he was gettin...

Dave Harm · Dave Harm

Though I've been sober for a number of years, I am most certainly new around here. I've left a few post's and have done a lot of reading. And I've enjoyed it all. MANY trips down memory lane. Whether here or at an AA meeting, I am thankful for newcomers. The one's who have...

GammyRose · GammyRose

Well, I've had a cup of coffee and 2 cups of tea this morning and have just got caught up posting the Daily Reflections for the past 3 days. My hands have really been hurting, I have carpral tunnel in both, and a few other problems. Sorry I get behind, will try to do better. The path my Higher Power has me on...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 3 Being still inexperienced and having just made conscious contact with God, it is not probable that we are going to be inspired at all times. Alcoholics Anonymous p. 87 Some say that experience is the best teacher, but I believe that experience is the only te...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 2 We find that no one need have difficulty with the spirtuality of the program. Willingness, honesty,and open-mindedness are the essentials of recovery. But these are indispensable. Alcoholics Anonymous p.570 Am I honest enough to accept myself...

GammyRose · GammyRose

July 1 The principles we have set down are guides to progress. Alcoholics Anonymous p.60 Just as a sculptor will use different tools to achieve desired effects in creating a work of art, in Alcoholics Anonymous the Twelve Steps are used to bring about results in my own life. I do...

back4good · back4good

I am so grateful to God for the life I have. I am the luckiest person alive. When I think of all of the horrible things that could have been much worse and I know that God kept me safe. I am also knowledgeable that without God I cannot have this existence. My faith is stronger than ever. I am getting...

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	your influence (Preview) Thursday, July 14, 2005 Your influence Give, and you will have. Teach, and you will learn. Listen, and you will be understood. Live with kindness, and kindness will live with you. Respect, and you will be respected. Be truthful, and it will be nearly impossible for others to deceive you. Kee...	wantneeda	2	845	Jul 14, 2005 by GammyRose
	My Sobriety is threatened (Preview) Well, it's day 8 for me. And so far so good, until this morning! I usually talk to my mom twice a week (for over 15 yrs), she lives in another state, but have avoided her since I've been in the AA program because a phone call to or from her ALWAYS goes like this; If she calls me, I don't even sit down after answer...	OldPro	9	845	Jul 14, 2005 by mikey50
	Hi Guys (Preview) Ive been away from the board for a while. Its great to see all the newcommers and oldtimers here. At present, things dont look that great in my life, and its called the big word "Expectations" Its very easy to get away from the network of the fellowship of AA in our lives, when everythings going good....	Phil	7	715	Jul 14, 2005 by Cabbageheadchris
	Thought for Today (Preview) Thanks for the welcome everyone. I have no idea what tomorrow brings. I hafta leave it with a Higher Power, and see where it leads. Life kinda went off the expectant course--dont know if its temporary or permanent. Maybe hele fix whats broken--maybe He wont--all I can do right now is fully trust...	Phil	1	821	Jul 14, 2005 by wantneeda
	Dunno who wrote this...but its good. (Preview) As we grow up, we learn that even the one person that wasn't supposed to ever let you down probably will. You will have your heart broken probably more than once and it's harder every time. You'll break hearts too, so remember how it felt when yours was broken. You'll fight with your best friend. You'll b...	Nic	2	593	Jul 14, 2005 by GA_Peach
	went fishin' (Preview) I came back a day early, my friend had to work. My daughter was the biggest fisher though,,,she caught 8 fish!!!! I caught one.....but it was the only perch:) Was so nice to spend a night out at the cabin with my daughter, she 16 now and pretty much has a life of her own. We went for a walk last night, st...	wantneeda	2	669	Jul 13, 2005 by wagon
	:( (Preview) hello.... Gammy you said to come post when i'm down...not just up. Well here I am...My heart is breaking tonight. A risk I took and knew I was taking when i did it. My boyfriend told me tonight that he doesn't know if he's over his last girlfriend...says he plans on making a decision tonight..i haven...	wantneeda	6	1009	Jul 13, 2005 by wantneeda
	take a break....smile (Preview) We have enough youth, how about a fountain of Smart? He who laughs last thinks slowest. Auntie Em, Hate you, hate Kansas, taking the dog... Dorothy. Time is what keeps everything from happening at once. I get enough exercise just pushing my luck. Where there's a will, I want to be in it. ...	tox nedrub	0	580	Jul 13, 2005 by tox nedrub
	Feeling Better! :) (Preview) Through meetings, my sponsor, this board and my friends in the program; I am starting to feel somewhat normal again!!! My psycho behavior is subsiding and I'm feeling like my old self again. Things with my man are going much better; we both seem happier wi...	GA_Peach	2	625	Jul 12, 2005 by FraKctured
	jeez Louise!!! (Preview) i typed out a reply for my last post...:(...but don't see it there...so I'll try this,.... well thats strange...i see a reply from Kim H on the main page but not here..... So I finally talked to him.....he's choosing to keep seeing me!!!!!!!!! well they say expectations lead to disappointment...	wantneeda	4	621	Jul 11, 2005 by Doll
	CELEBRATION!!! (Preview) Hey all, I haven't posted here in quite a while. I have had lots of "life" issues that I have been dealing with in the last few months. Its been hard, but I have been able to maintain my sobriety and my clean time. This past Saturday (july 9), was my AA/NA birthday, 4 YEARS!!! I actually went...	Kim H	3	684	Jul 11, 2005 by Kim H
	New guy here (Preview) Hi guys, my name is Kevin and I'm an alcoholic. I came across this site via Google search. I have now been sober for six weeks- could have been 3 months but I relapsed. It's in the past and I have forgiven myself. My drinking started at an early age. I was 12 years old when I first became intoxicated. The...	FraKctured	4	644	Jul 11, 2005 by cheri
	Sponsorship (Preview) Good morning everyone, Went to a meeting last night and left with great feelings about the world. Funny how one little thing can change my whole aspect on life. What was great was that one kid from the treatment center spoke up and made us older,but not necessarily wiser, folks sit up and think about t...	cheri	1	627	Jul 10, 2005 by GammyRose
	" A Turning Point" (Preview) July 11 A great turning point in our lives came when we sought for humility as something we really wanted, rather than something we must have. Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions p. 75 Either the A.A. way of life becomes one of joy or I return to the darkness an...	GammyRose	0	913	Jul 10, 2005 by GammyRose
	" Toward Peace And Serenity" (Preview) July 10 ... when we have taken a square look at some of these defects, have discussed them with another, and have become willing to have them removed, our thinking about humility commences to have a wider meaning. Twelve Steps and Twelve Tradtitions p.74 When sit...	GammyRose	1	1104	Jul 10, 2005 by GammyRose
	Honesty (Preview) A Goatherder had sought to bring back a stray goat to his flock. He yelled and sounded his horn in vain; the straggler paid no attention to the summons. At last the Goatherder threw his horn at the goat, and broke it. He begged the Goat not to tell his Dad that he had broken the horn...	Nic	0	579	Jul 9, 2005 by Nic
	My Story - First time ever told (Preview) This is my first time posting to this site but after reading some of the topics/stories - here goes: My story goes like this - I grew up in an alcoholic family. My dad was both a gambler and a serious drinker, which he still is today, while my mom was the one to hold the family together. I have...	kjdimples	6	885	Jul 9, 2005 by kjdimples
	my first lesson in Humility (Preview) I am only 8 days into sobriety, and I use, and have all along, the word "only" because it in itself is humbling to me. And I didn't realize that until today.... The most humbling experience I've had, thus far, is saying the words, "I'm op, and I'm an alcoholic". "I AM AN ALCOHOLIC." He...	OldPro	0	679	Jul 9, 2005 by OldPro
	" I Am An Instrument" (Preview) July 9 Humbly ask Him to remove our shortcomings. Twelve Steps And Twelve Traditions p.70 The subject of humility is a difficult one. Humility is not thinking less of myself than I ought to; it is acknowledging that I do certain things well, it is accepting a compliment graciou...	GammyRose	0	677	Jul 9, 2005 by GammyRose
	family (Preview) good morning!i been doing good just checking in i know how worried gammy gets ha ha. im going golfing with my brother today and looking forward to it. i have 4 brothers and 4 sister they are slowly excecping me back. after i made a ass out of myself in front of them and there kids it feels great getting a seco...	wagon	3	649	Jul 9, 2005 by GammyRose
	Return of the Psycho Bitch! (Preview) I am having the hardest time controlling my emotions right now, especially with my boyfriend! I know it's because I'm fresh off a relapse and things are still kind of crazy, but I HATE acting like this!! I completely lose it on him and turn into a total psycho bitch - throwing temp...	GA_Peach	9	1117	Jul 8, 2005 by GA_Peach
	" An Ever-Growing Freedom" (Preview) July 8 The Seventh Step is where we make the change in our attitude which permits us, with humility as our guide, to move out from ourselves toward others and toward God. Twelve Steps And Twelve Traditions p. 76 When I finally asked God to remove those things blocki...	GammyRose	0	616	Jul 8, 2005 by GammyRose
	My prayers are with you (Preview) For any members of the board who reside in London or have family nearby... My prayers go out tonight that you and yours are safe today. Love,cheri	cheri	1	634	Jul 8, 2005 by GammyRose
	Nails in the Fence (Preview) There once was a little boy who had a bad temper. His Father gave him a bag of nails and told him that every time he lost his temper, he must hammer a nail into the back of the fence. The first day the boy had driven 37 nails into the fence. Over the next few weeks, as he learned to control his anger, the number of...	Doll	2	705	Jul 8, 2005 by Cabbageheadchris
	Worried About Myself (Preview) I've joined here because I'm worried about my drinking. Maybe it's denial, but I really don't think I'm an alcoholic. I just have been partying a lot and I'm worried about it developing into alcoholism. I've been finding comfort in drinking. I actually work at a bar, and I don't drink on the...	Novangelus	8	768	Jul 7, 2005 by Novangelus
	"... And Letting Go Of It" (Preview) July 7 ...primarily fear that we would lose something we already possessed or would fail to get something we demanded. Living upon a basis of unsatisfied demands, we were in a state of continual disturbance and frustration. Therefore, no peace was to be had unless we could find a...	GammyRose	0	667	Jul 7, 2005 by GammyRose
	Day SIX & still sober (Preview) Well, I'm still here...... It's day #6 without a drink. Longest I've ever gone in 25 yrs. I have hit every meeting I could in the last 3 days and am off to one in a few minutes....... I've met some awesome folks in AA and I've met some real A-holes too!! LOL. But we ALL share the same problem and that's all that...	OldPro	4	1078	Jul 7, 2005 by OldPro
	" A New Direction " (Preview) July 5 Our human resources as marshalled by the will, were not sufficient; they failed utterly... Every day is a day when we must carry the vision of God's will into all our activities. Alcoholics Anonymous p.45, 85 I hear talk of the "weak-willed" alcoholic, but...	GammyRose	1	1090	Jul 6, 2005 by GA_Peach
	heartache (Preview) Heartache is a part of the living experience. It touches us all and can be felt on many levels - from a tragic loss to a private personal passage. Each time we feel the ache, we are being challenged to grow, to learn, and to better love ourselves and others. Faith, foregiveness, acceptance, and the coura...	tox nedrub	0	624	Jul 6, 2005 by tox nedrub
	Newcomer (Preview) Hello all, I am new to the board. I have a week and a half sober, but I'm not new to AA. (I had a year and a half and then relapsed for 7-8 months.) I came across this board and I sometimes get bored at work during the day, so I figured this would be a healthy way to&nbs...	GA_Peach	5	795	Jul 6, 2005 by GA_Peach
	"Identifying Fear..." (Preview) July 6 The cheif activator of our defects has been self-centered fear... Twelve Steps And Twelve Traditions p.76 When I feel uncomfortable, irritated, or depressed, I look for fear. This "evil and corroding thread" is the root of my distress: Fear of failure; fear of others' opinio...	GammyRose	0	674	Jul 6, 2005 by GammyRose
	"A Natural Faith" (Preview) July 4 ... deep down in every man, woman ,and child, is the fundamental idea of God. It may be obscured by calamity, by pomp, by worship of other things, but in some form or other it is there. For faith in a Power greater than ourselves, and miraculous demonstations of that power in hu...	GammyRose	1	1028	Jul 6, 2005 by cheri
	What a busy world we live in... (Preview) Far out. You wander off for 5 minutes....(oh ok, a coupla days)...and the whole world changes completely. Hello folks. The board looks heaps busy. Great to see OldPro here, sharing and flying the flag of success. Have enjoyed reading back over your triumphs and am impressed by your willingness...	Nic	2	820	Jul 5, 2005 by cheri
	Discussion: DOES SELFISHNESS=SELF CONCERN? (Preview) How Bill W. refuted that 'A.A. is a SELFISH program.' .... Another correspondent complained directly that he had been "disturbed to hear some A.A. speakers say, 'A.A. is a selfish program.'" The co-founder's response was eventually published in "The A.A. Way of Life": I can see why you are dist...	Nic	3	1029	Jul 5, 2005 by GammyRose
	Onset of alcoholism faster in women (Preview) http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=31&art_id=qw111742974190B255	aaqld	2	976	Jul 5, 2005 by GammyRose
	Questions, questions, questions (Preview) Didn't sleep too much last night, my mind raced. Everything from childhood to last night's meeting........ these are some of the questions that came to mind, and please forgive me if anyone thinks their stupid or ignorant! Can I drink O'douls or a non-alcholic beer? They have a small percen...	OldPro	5	879	Jul 4, 2005 by cheri
	Here's MY story..... (Preview) Yesterday morning I woke up late for work again. So, I called in, again. Now I'm not sure if I even have any sick days left. You see I'm sure I've used them all up, I've had to by now, but I always have a story to explain it away or I'll take my write up and make it to work long enough for it to come off my record. Now...	Doll	2	709	Jul 4, 2005 by cheri
	I DID IT (Preview) I made that first meeting. It was something. And you all were right, I feel great right now! I was welcomed with open arms and have never felt so loved from people who don't even know me. It was amazing. I got a white chip! And my plan is 90 meetings in 90 days! There are many thru-out the day so that wil...	OldPro	8	699	Jul 4, 2005 by cheri
	I NEED HELP!!!! (Preview) My name is ed scott. I have a son who is in the hospital for a brain anurism. His name is Tim S. He has two years sober and really needs a lot of prayer, so if you could please say some prayers. Thank you Ed Scott edscott@adelphia.net	Edscott	7	753	Jul 4, 2005 by wantneeda
	Oh God! I'm so scared (Preview) I have an hour before I have to leave for my very first meeting. And I'm terrified. My mind keeps saying " This really means I can't drink ever again. This really means I AM an alcoholic. Where will I go now, who will be my friends, what will I do with my free time, cuz doing anything always invo...	OldPro	1	723	Jul 3, 2005 by cheri
	AA Meeting Questions - I'm soooo confused (Preview) Why is it so difficult to get a straight answer from someone? I have planned to attend my first meeting in a few hours, and going online to find when and where is soooo confusing. They say things like Open, closed, speaker, etc. (I get the ns, women, etc part, just not the rest). Then I...	OldPro	2	681	Jul 3, 2005 by OldPro
	There's beer in my fridge..... (Preview) But I know it's OK, TODAY. My last beer was about 11:30 pm Friday night and I had sooo many I'm still recouperating from that. So, the beer will stay in the fridge un-opended atleast for a few more days. But, soon enough, the hangover will be gone and so will the feelings of guil...	OldPro	3	705	Jul 3, 2005 by GammyRose
	Today is the first (sober) day of the rest of my life (Preview) today is the first day of the rest of my life (I hope) that i will no longer drink. been doing it pretty regular since i was 14, 39 now! newly divorced, about a year, used to drink at home, alone, but discovered bars recently. well, after about 3 months now of going pretty regular and "h...	OldPro	7	1159	Jul 3, 2005 by OldPro
	forced retirement (Preview) Well everyone the day has come when my husband was forced to retire he will be 67 in September and the job he had was so stressful I know it is a blessing in disquise. And I have to trust Higher Power that he will look after us. Our plans was for him to work another year but as tired as he was gettin...	Busbe	3	939	Jul 3, 2005 by aaqld
	1st step (Preview) Though I've been sober for a number of years, I am most certainly new around here. I've left a few post's and have done a lot of reading. And I've enjoyed it all. MANY trips down memory lane. Whether here or at an AA meeting, I am thankful for newcomers. The one's who have...	Dave Harm	1	3286	Jul 3, 2005 by aaqld
	Goodmorning world! (Preview) Well, I've had a cup of coffee and 2 cups of tea this morning and have just got caught up posting the Daily Reflections for the past 3 days. My hands have really been hurting, I have carpral tunnel in both, and a few other problems. Sorry I get behind, will try to do better. The path my Higher Power has me on...	GammyRose	0	599	Jul 3, 2005 by GammyRose
	"Experience The Best Teacher" (Preview) July 3 Being still inexperienced and having just made conscious contact with God, it is not probable that we are going to be inspired at all times. Alcoholics Anonymous p. 87 Some say that experience is the best teacher, but I believe that experience is the only te...	GammyRose	0	604	Jul 3, 2005 by GammyRose
	"The Heart of True Sobriety" (Preview) July 2 We find that no one need have difficulty with the spirtuality of the program. Willingness, honesty,and open-mindedness are the essentials of recovery. But these are indispensable. Alcoholics Anonymous p.570 Am I honest enough to accept myself...	GammyRose	0	818	Jul 3, 2005 by GammyRose
	"The Best For Today" (Preview) July 1 The principles we have set down are guides to progress. Alcoholics Anonymous p.60 Just as a sculptor will use different tools to achieve desired effects in creating a work of art, in Alcoholics Anonymous the Twelve Steps are used to bring about results in my own life. I do...	GammyRose	0	748	Jul 3, 2005 by GammyRose
	Thank god every day (Preview) I am so grateful to God for the life I have. I am the luckiest person alive. When I think of all of the horrible things that could have been much worse and I know that God kept me safe. I am also knowledgeable that without God I cannot have this existence. My faith is stronger than ever. I am getting...	back4good	2	880	Jul 2, 2005 by cheri
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