Lack of replies to newcomer posts. You know, I want to say that doesnt surprise me about self centered alcoholics. But even I know I have to be willing to help those struggling if I am to stay sober. Else what's the purpose of me being here. Reminds me of the church who doesnt know you if you dont give an offering. I dont want what you have!
I dont think this message board is indicative of AA in general - when I first started here (and in AA) this place was hopping and a newbie would have received a warm welcome and lots of support. I dont know why that changed, but Im reasonably sure that there just arent nearly as many people participating in this particular message board at this time. I have recently returned, and since I would like to be the change I want to see in the world, Im responding to several posts per day, no matter how old the last reply is, and posting at least one new post per day. Join me and well turn this place back into what it used to be.
