Alcoholics Anonymous

poi77 · poi77

Hi all - I am poi and I'm an alcoholic. Took me awhile to get to that acceptance because my drinking pattern was not typical but I know that I never was just a social drinker. I was just thinking about my days of drinking and I always had social anxiety. Sometimes when I drank my social anxiety actually...

d_willing · d_willing

I just wanted to post and say that I am feeling pretty good today. Most of my prior relapses have happened either on a Friday night or Saturday morning. Its saturday night, no booze in the house, not going out, and I am sober. I have only missed one meeting which was the night my neighbor came over, which...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Commitment As we walk through life, there are many things and people we may lose, or lose out on, if we are unwilling to commit. We need to make a commitment for relationships to grow beyond the dating stage, to have the home or apartment we want, the job we want, or the car we desire. We must commit, on dee...

Butterfinger · Butterfinger

I have been sober for a week. For a long time now a few weeks is about the longest stretch I've been able to go without binge drinking. I have many good reasons to get clean. I'm a bit of an aa drifter, in when I feel bad, out once I feel better, rinse, repeat. I barely recognize myself these days. It's like I lo...

pinkchip · pinkchip

I did pass that exam today. Now I am Pinkchip, LMHC, CAP. The CAP part was what I passed today. Certified Addictions Professional. My crap no longer stinks and I am officially better than all of you. As if. But thanks for the support guys.

tlcinrecovery · tlcinrecovery

Hello to everyone, Just want to intro myself and say "hi". New to recovery, just 3 months as of 11/09/2013. I have many questions for the board, but want to just say hi today and learn about this board. Thanks, T

justadrunk · justadrunk

Just sittin around reading - eating pickles and being one.

Stepchild · Stepchild

Can we clean up these kitchen threads and block these idiots? They're harshing my serenity.

mandm · mandm

Hello everyone, I needed to get this off my chest so I figured I'd come to this board to see what people say. So my fiancé whom never drinks or should I more say rarely drinks, owns a store , today I came to the store because normally we spend most nights together, and her and the girl she works with where part...

robbie0330 · robbie0330

No you cannot reason with a drunk As I write this pointlessness in real time They just got home, from the ball in Hollywood Hills no you cannot reason with a drunk He tries to calm her down oh he does such for her... as she screams at the invisible enimies that stand before her.... She preaches of jesu...

Angell · Angell

Hello MIP family! I am on a public computer at a hotel that my wife is attending a meeting at right now...so nice to be able to be online. :) Anywho, I don't recall what our last situation was but we are staying on a friends property in rural Washington state. He has a converted shop he has rented to us at $3...

Closer · Closer

Its taken me a long time to realize this. Ive done a ton of meetings. Ive learnt the AA way of life, and I see people every day suffering. I want everyone browsing this board whos reading this to behonest with themselves... Have you truly quit all drugs and alcohol??/? Whos still nipping a beer or tw...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

A few days ago, my computer compressed all the displays from this web site ... I could not figure out what happened ...Tasha suggested a cure and it worked ... Now, everything is back to normal and I am elated ... just wanted everyone to know that we can help each other in many, many ways ... Thank You Tash...

pinkchip · pinkchip

I have some old contacts from prior jobs I had. One of my old colleagues who has progress into management talked about a position opening up with my old company that would be a clinical director position. In the process of trying to dial my friend, I accidentally butt dialed the boss I had 3 and a half ye...

Standing_Tall · Standing_Tall

Have been lurking for a while, viewing the posts, attending meetings and just thought I would check in and give all an update. Things on the homefront seem to be getting a little better. Though we are separated right now, the wife has asked me to call her once a day just so that she can hear my voice and ha...

betterthanyesterday52 · betterthanyesterday52

I sure did. I cannot count the number of times I got my feelings hurt, got upset over something someone said or "did" to me. I would drink my wine and/or beer and think how much better I would feel after I drank and how much better I could deal with "that other person's insensitivity"...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Sharing our experiences heightens our joy and lessens out pain.Not letting other people know what's troubling us causes the problem to trouble us even more. "Secrets keep us stuck," say the wise ones on our journey. Sharing what's on our mind with a friend or sponsor gives that person an o...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"You have it easily in your power to increase the sum total of this world's happiness now. How? By giving a few words of sincere appreciation to someone who is lonely or discouraged. Perhaps you will forget tomorrow the kind words you say today, but the recipient may cherish them over a lifeti...

gonee · gonee

Robert Holbrook Smith (August 8, 1879 - November 16, 1950), also known as Dr. Bob, was an American physician and surgeon who co-founded Alcoholics Anonymous with Bill Wilson, more commonly known as Bill W. A great man died on this day 63 years ago. He gave his life to AA to help drunks like myself to live...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Is it me, or did the screen change a few days ago to exhibit a condensed, smaller, print/type style ??? ... It's so small, I have trouble reading the message board ... I'm using a 'desktop' computer and didn't know if I inadvertently hit something that caused this or if it was changed elsewhere ... this i...

Mike B. · Mike B.

November 15 "We now know that we do not have to run away, nor ought we again try to overcome adversity by still another bulldozing power drive that can only push up obstacles before us faster than they can be taken down."

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

This Mouse must give up one of the Mouse ways of seeing things in order that he may grow. --Hyemeyohsts Storm There is an American Indian tale of a mouse who heard a roaring in his ears and set out to discover what it was. He encountered many animals who helped him on his way. Finally, the mouse had a chance t...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Always choose the path that moves in the directions of your dreams. Though your journey may be filled with many winding roads. When you are inspired to follow your dreams, you eventually find success and discover it is less about the destination and more about the manner in which you travel...

Brandi L · Brandi L

I tried to talk to him about it but he denied it, of course. He was visibly intoxicated. I only have a little over two weeks sober but went to my first meeting yesterday. Feel good about my end of things currently but disappointed and concerned with him... any thoughts?

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

I cannot give you the formula for success, but I can give you the formula for failure - try to please everybody. --Herbert Bayard Swope Principles are rules or codes of conduct we set for ourselves; like being honest, striving to be on time, and taking responsibility for bills and expenses. It is up to...

Brandi L · Brandi L

I've lost everything that ever mattered to me due to drinking. I have no income, no job, currently sleeping in a cousin's basement since I lost my home earlier this year, vehicle's gone, marriage (to another alcoholic I met in early recovery 4 years ago) is on the rocks (and I don't even care), family di...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Humility is strong, not bold; quiet, not speechless; sure, not arrogant."- Estelle Smith

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

Hey All, I haven't posted in a while but had an interesting circumstance take place this morning that I wanted to share. Before I do, though, here is some brief background: I was born to a biological father who was an alcoholic. My mom left him when I was two years old and re-married a man who was not an alco...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

-- Edited by Pythonpappy on Wednesday 13th of November 2013 04:43:05 PM

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

It takes about ten years to get used to how old you are.--UnknownIf it is hard to adjust to our age, how much harder it must be to realize we can't even run our own life with any degree of competence. Until we get used to that idea, we will keep having living troubles. Accepting our incompetence doesn't hav...

Mike B. · Mike B.

November 14 "I have always carried a meeting list and quarter for a phone call because I don't know when I am going to want another drink."

d_willing · d_willing

I was new to this board a few days ago, I have so little hope. I am at the end of a 4 day mess. I talked to my wife tonight and let her know what I need to do to start to get better. I think I have used the time commitment of AA as an excuse for too long, like I need to be with my family to bring their lives some more ch...

gonee · gonee

Although treatment for the disease of alcoholism is freely available through AA's 12 step program and meetings, few there be that accept it. Yet for many other diseases where treatment is costly and difficult, the patients humbly accept whatever they can get. I can only thank God for keeping me aliv...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

This is even funnier when you realize it's a true story! Next time you have a bad day at work think of this guy. Bob is a commercial saturation diver for Global Divers in Louisiana He performs underwater repairs on offshore drilling rigs. Below is an E-mail he sent to his sister. She then sent it to radio...

d_willing · d_willing

I am just wondering how long it was for you all before you were able to have a good nights sleep. My head races so much at night that I just lay there thinking and watching the clock. Just wondering what your experiences were with a restful sleep once you started recovery? I don't want to take prescriptio...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"As your consciousness expands, your level of expectation will grow. Keep asking yourself, am I selling myself short? Most of us are."- John R. Spannuth

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Love, and love alone, is capable of giving thee a happier life. --Ludwig van Beethoven We are making a response to life's every waking moment; our attitudes formulate the tenor of our responses. When the sun warms our bodies and the flowers tease our nostrils, it may be easy to love everyone and smile....

Random68 · Random68

I have 30 minutes to kill. Violently they will succumb. Thirty minutes of introspection, revelation, and relation. 29 minutes now... No more putting it off. (big breath) Hi I'm Craig and I am an alcoholic who has been thinking I can handle buying a bottle and just sipping; who has been fantasizing...

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

Hey Everyone, Happy Wednesday. I woke up this morning and started thinking a lot about the holidays and the association with drinking alcohol, all in the name of being "festive." I'm thinking also about the circumstance of being trapped in a space with a room full of relatives who are all t...

Mike B. · Mike B.

November 13 "When I first started in AA, I began each day asking God to help keep me sober that day, and ended each night by thanking him for another day of sobriety. I still end each day that way, as I have done almost every night during the past forty-one years. It is a routine for me, but every once i...

Mike D · Mike D

Hi all, I have a little story from my personal life to share with all of you. Hope you'll bear with me. I'll try to keep it short. Back in the early months of 1987, when my daughter was about 3 yrs. old, I had been diagnosed as a chronic alcoholic and had just been kicked out of an alcohol treatment center f...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

RECALL NOTICEThis is totally amazing. Talk about clever and to the point!Never heard it put quite like this beforeRECALL NOTICE:The Maker of all human beings (GOD) is recalling all units manufactured, regardless of make or year, due to a serious defect in the primary and central component of the he...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Subject: A cup of Coffee on the Wall I sat with a friend in a high-class coffee shop in a small town near Venice, Italy.As we enjoyed our coffee, a man entered and sat at an empty table beside us. He called the waiter and placed his order saying, "Two cups of coffee, one of them there on the wall....

mich · mich

I was driving home after a long day of work. I felt strange. I couldn't explain it. I just could not put my finger on it... It was joy. I am getting better at recognizing moments of serenity. I didn't have that when I was drinking. I am so very grateful today to be a sober women. kathy

betterthanyesterday52 · betterthanyesterday52

I just wanted to send out special (((((hugs))))) to you! Thank you for sharing your stories on your sobriety, daily postings such as Stepchild's Daily Reflections, Mike B's Grapevine Quotations, Pappy's beautiful Sunrise Quotes and more. This board is like another AA meeting for me and has b...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Think before you speak. Words can get you into trouble much easier than they can get you out of it."- D. Ernest Green

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Life is like a library owned by an author. In it are a few books, which he wrote himself, but most of them were written for him. --Harry Emerson Fosdick In our minds there are multitudes of stored memories, knowledge, and skills. Some of these are the results of living and learning, but most are informat...

Mike B. · Mike B.

November 12 "Our Serenity Prayer ... brings a new light to us that can dissipate our old-time and nearly fatal habit of fooling ourselves."

Chikky · Chikky

I have been clean and sober for 560 days. Someone made a comment to me on Saturday, that we need to stop at a medical center to check my blood alcohol level. Then all day they kept dredging up what I have done in the past. I felt it was in a condescending way. This person (my sister) I owe my life to right no...

Stepchild · Stepchild

I'm always amazed at the people God has brought and continues to bring into my life...I found this and thought it summed it up nicely. Hope you do too. People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. When you figure out which it is, you will know exactly what to do.Some people come into o...

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	drinking and social anxiety (Preview) Hi all - I am poi and I'm an alcoholic. Took me awhile to get to that acceptance because my drinking pattern was not typical but I know that I never was just a social drinker. I was just thinking about my days of drinking and I always had social anxiety. Sometimes when I drank my social anxiety actually...	poi77	5	4019	Nov 18, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Loooong Day, but happy (Preview) I just wanted to post and say that I am feeling pretty good today. Most of my prior relapses have happened either on a Friday night or Saturday morning. Its saturday night, no booze in the house, not going out, and I am sober. I have only missed one meeting which was the night my neighbor came over, which...	d_willing	9	548	Nov 18, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift (Preview) Commitment As we walk through life, there are many things and people we may lose, or lose out on, if we are unwilling to commit. We need to make a commitment for relationships to grow beyond the dating stage, to have the home or apartment we want, the job we want, or the car we desire. We must commit, on dee...	Pythonpappy	0	361	Nov 17, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Is it ever really possible to clean the slate and start a new life? (Preview) I have been sober for a week. For a long time now a few weeks is about the longest stretch I've been able to go without binge drinking. I have many good reasons to get clean. I'm a bit of an aa drifter, in when I feel bad, out once I feel better, rinse, repeat. I barely recognize myself these days. It's like I lo...	Butterfinger	18	914	Nov 18, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Credentials (Preview) I did pass that exam today. Now I am Pinkchip, LMHC, CAP. The CAP part was what I passed today. Certified Addictions Professional. My crap no longer stinks and I am officially better than all of you. As if. But thanks for the support guys.	pinkchip	13	871	Nov 18, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Newcomer to board (Preview) Hello to everyone, Just want to intro myself and say "hi". New to recovery, just 3 months as of 11/09/2013. I have many questions for the board, but want to just say hi today and learn about this board. Thanks, T	tlcinrecovery	12	667	Nov 18, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Once a pickle - never a cucumber again. (Preview) Just sittin around reading - eating pickles and being one.	justadrunk	10	1652	Nov 17, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Question for the Mods.... (Preview) Can we clean up these kitchen threads and block these idiots? They're harshing my serenity.	Stepchild	12	527	Nov 17, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	I'm finding myself in a very odd situtation. -Friday night help. (Preview) Hello everyone, I needed to get this off my chest so I figured I'd come to this board to see what people say. So my fiancé whom never drinks or should I more say rarely drinks, owns a store , today I came to the store because normally we spend most nights together, and her and the girl she works with where part...	mandm	20	825	Nov 17, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	You cannot reason with a drunk (Preview) No you cannot reason with a drunk As I write this pointlessness in real time They just got home, from the ball in Hollywood Hills no you cannot reason with a drunk He tries to calm her down oh he does such for her... as she screams at the invisible enimies that stand before her.... She preaches of jesu...	robbie0330	4	941	Nov 17, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Checking in! (Preview) Hello MIP family! I am on a public computer at a hotel that my wife is attending a meeting at right now...so nice to be able to be online. :) Anywho, I don't recall what our last situation was but we are staying on a friends property in rural Washington state. He has a converted shop he has rented to us at $3...	Angell	6	587	Nov 17, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	SERIOUS MESSAGE!! JUST F-IN QUIT!! (Preview) Its taken me a long time to realize this. Ive done a ton of meetings. Ive learnt the AA way of life, and I see people every day suffering. I want everyone browsing this board whos reading this to behonest with themselves... Have you truly quit all drugs and alcohol??/? Whos still nipping a beer or tw...	Closer	13	728	Nov 17, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	I Have to Say 'Thank You' to Tasha ... (Preview) A few days ago, my computer compressed all the displays from this web site ... I could not figure out what happened ...Tasha suggested a cure and it worked ... Now, everything is back to normal and I am elated ... just wanted everyone to know that we can help each other in many, many ways ... Thank You Tash...	Pythonpappy	2	411	Nov 17, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Everything happens for a reason? (Preview) I have some old contacts from prior jobs I had. One of my old colleagues who has progress into management talked about a position opening up with my old company that would be a clinical director position. In the process of trying to dial my friend, I accidentally butt dialed the boss I had 3 and a half ye...	pinkchip	9	920	Nov 17, 2013 by Jerry F
	Prayers Needed........ (Preview) Have been lurking for a while, viewing the posts, attending meetings and just thought I would check in and give all an update. Things on the homefront seem to be getting a little better. Though we are separated right now, the wife has asked me to call her once a day just so that she can hear my voice and ha...	Standing_Tall	14	712	Nov 17, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Have You Allowed or Do You Allow Other People To Cause You To Want To Drink? (Preview) I sure did. I cannot count the number of times I got my feelings hurt, got upset over something someone said or "did" to me. I would drink my wine and/or beer and think how much better I would feel after I drank and how much better I could deal with "that other person's insensitivity"...	betterthanyesterday52	24	1245	Nov 17, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift (Preview) Sharing our experiences heightens our joy and lessens out pain.Not letting other people know what's troubling us causes the problem to trouble us even more. "Secrets keep us stuck," say the wise ones on our journey. Sharing what's on our mind with a friend or sponsor gives that person an o...	Pythonpappy	2	310	Nov 16, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "You have it easily in your power to increase the sum total of this world's happiness now. How? By giving a few words of sincere appreciation to someone who is lonely or discouraged. Perhaps you will forget tomorrow the kind words you say today, but the recipient may cherish them over a lifeti...	Pythonpappy	2	303	Nov 16, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Co-founder Dr Bob. (Preview) Robert Holbrook Smith (August 8, 1879 - November 16, 1950), also known as Dr. Bob, was an American physician and surgeon who co-founded Alcoholics Anonymous with Bill Wilson, more commonly known as Bill W. A great man died on this day 63 years ago. He gave his life to AA to help drunks like myself to live...	gonee	4	655	Nov 16, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	To the Moderators ... &/or John (Preview) Is it me, or did the screen change a few days ago to exhibit a condensed, smaller, print/type style ??? ... It's so small, I have trouble reading the message board ... I'm using a 'desktop' computer and didn't know if I inadvertently hit something that caused this or if it was changed elsewhere ... this i...	Pythonpappy	5	425	Nov 16, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grapevine (Preview) November 15 "We now know that we do not have to run away, nor ought we again try to overcome adversity by still another bulldozing power drive that can only push up obstacles before us faster than they can be taken down."	Mike B.	3	291	Nov 16, 2013 by Mr_David
	Today's Gift (Preview) This Mouse must give up one of the Mouse ways of seeing things in order that he may grow. --Hyemeyohsts Storm There is an American Indian tale of a mouse who heard a roaring in his ears and set out to discover what it was. He encountered many animals who helped him on his way. Finally, the mouse had a chance t...	Pythonpappy	3	310	Nov 16, 2013 by Mr_David
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Always choose the path that moves in the directions of your dreams. Though your journey may be filled with many winding roads. When you are inspired to follow your dreams, you eventually find success and discover it is less about the destination and more about the manner in which you travel...	Pythonpappy	3	310	Nov 16, 2013 by Mr_David
	Husband Came Home Drunk Tonight... (Preview) I tried to talk to him about it but he denied it, of course. He was visibly intoxicated. I only have a little over two weeks sober but went to my first meeting yesterday. Feel good about my end of things currently but disappointed and concerned with him... any thoughts?	Brandi L	13	598	Nov 15, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Today's Gift --- I missed one last week ... It's a good'n! (Preview) I cannot give you the formula for success, but I can give you the formula for failure - try to please everybody. --Herbert Bayard Swope Principles are rules or codes of conduct we set for ourselves; like being honest, striving to be on time, and taking responsibility for bills and expenses. It is up to...	Pythonpappy	1	302	Nov 15, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Two Weeks Sober & Overwhelmed... (Preview) I've lost everything that ever mattered to me due to drinking. I have no income, no job, currently sleeping in a cousin's basement since I lost my home earlier this year, vehicle's gone, marriage (to another alcoholic I met in early recovery 4 years ago) is on the rocks (and I don't even care), family di...	Brandi L	19	2744	Nov 15, 2013 by Butterfinger
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Humility is strong, not bold; quiet, not speechless; sure, not arrogant."- Estelle Smith	Pythonpappy	0	301	Nov 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Chip Off the Old Block (Preview) Hey All, I haven't posted in a while but had an interesting circumstance take place this morning that I wanted to share. Before I do, though, here is some brief background: I was born to a biological father who was an alcoholic. My mom left him when I was two years old and re-married a man who was not an alco...	AdamMoz	7	600	Nov 15, 2013 by justadrunk
	This is Great ... warning, Religious content!!! (Preview) -- Edited by Pythonpappy on Wednesday 13th of November 2013 04:43:05 PM	Pythonpappy	3	328	Nov 15, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Today's Gift (Preview) It takes about ten years to get used to how old you are.--UnknownIf it is hard to adjust to our age, how much harder it must be to realize we can't even run our own life with any degree of competence. Until we get used to that idea, we will keep having living troubles. Accepting our incompetence doesn't hav...	Pythonpappy	1	292	Nov 14, 2013 by mikey50
	Grapevine (Preview) November 14 "I have always carried a meeting list and quarter for a phone call because I don't know when I am going to want another drink."	Mike B.	3	373	Nov 14, 2013 by mikey50
	Dissapointment (Preview) I was new to this board a few days ago, I have so little hope. I am at the end of a 4 day mess. I talked to my wife tonight and let her know what I need to do to start to get better. I think I have used the time commitment of AA as an excuse for too long, like I need to be with my family to bring their lives some more ch...	d_willing	32	926	Nov 14, 2013 by Stepchild
	Cunning, baffling, powerful! (Preview) Although treatment for the disease of alcoholism is freely available through AA's 12 step program and meetings, few there be that accept it. Yet for many other diseases where treatment is costly and difficult, the patients humbly accept whatever they can get. I can only thank God for keeping me aliv...	gonee	5	727	Nov 14, 2013 by 2granddaughters
	Time for a 'funny' ... this made me think of StPeteDean and his diving !!! (Preview) This is even funnier when you realize it's a true story! Next time you have a bad day at work think of this guy. Bob is a commercial saturation diver for Global Divers in Louisiana He performs underwater repairs on offshore drilling rigs. Below is an E-mail he sent to his sister. She then sent it to radio...	Pythonpappy	0	355	Nov 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Sleeping... (Preview) I am just wondering how long it was for you all before you were able to have a good nights sleep. My head races so much at night that I just lay there thinking and watching the clock. Just wondering what your experiences were with a restful sleep once you started recovery? I don't want to take prescriptio...	d_willing	10	889	Nov 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "As your consciousness expands, your level of expectation will grow. Keep asking yourself, am I selling myself short? Most of us are."- John R. Spannuth	Pythonpappy	0	334	Nov 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift (Preview) Love, and love alone, is capable of giving thee a happier life. --Ludwig van Beethoven We are making a response to life's every waking moment; our attitudes formulate the tenor of our responses. When the sun warms our bodies and the flowers tease our nostrils, it may be easy to love everyone and smile....	Pythonpappy	0	361	Nov 13, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	The Tickle (Preview) I have 30 minutes to kill. Violently they will succumb. Thirty minutes of introspection, revelation, and relation. 29 minutes now... No more putting it off. (big breath) Hi I'm Craig and I am an alcoholic who has been thinking I can handle buying a bottle and just sipping; who has been fantasizing...	Random68	3	645	Nov 13, 2013 by justadrunk
	The Holidays (Preview) Hey Everyone, Happy Wednesday. I woke up this morning and started thinking a lot about the holidays and the association with drinking alcohol, all in the name of being "festive." I'm thinking also about the circumstance of being trapped in a space with a room full of relatives who are all t...	AdamMoz	5	875	Nov 14, 2013 by davep12and12
	Grapevine (Preview) November 13 "When I first started in AA, I began each day asking God to help keep me sober that day, and ended each night by thanking him for another day of sobriety. I still end each day that way, as I have done almost every night during the past forty-one years. It is a routine for me, but every once i...	Mike B.	2	385	Nov 14, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	The Doll Cradle (Preview) Hi all, I have a little story from my personal life to share with all of you. Hope you'll bear with me. I'll try to keep it short. Back in the early months of 1987, when my daughter was about 3 yrs. old, I had been diagnosed as a chronic alcoholic and had just been kicked out of an alcohol treatment center f...	Mike D	8	648	Nov 14, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Recall Notice!!! (Preview) RECALL NOTICEThis is totally amazing. Talk about clever and to the point!Never heard it put quite like this beforeRECALL NOTICE:The Maker of all human beings (GOD) is recalling all units manufactured, regardless of make or year, due to a serious defect in the primary and central component of the he...	Pythonpappy	5	663	Nov 13, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	A Cup of Coffee (non-AA related, but good) (Preview) Subject: A cup of Coffee on the Wall I sat with a friend in a high-class coffee shop in a small town near Venice, Italy.As we enjoyed our coffee, a man entered and sat at an empty table beside us. He called the waiter and placed his order saying, "Two cups of coffee, one of them there on the wall....	Pythonpappy	5	543	Nov 13, 2013 by debird17
	Joy (Preview) I was driving home after a long day of work. I felt strange. I couldn't explain it. I just could not put my finger on it... It was joy. I am getting better at recognizing moments of serenity. I didn't have that when I was drinking. I am so very grateful today to be a sober women. kathy	mich	4	460	Nov 13, 2013 by Mike B.
	Hugs to Posters on this Board (Preview) I just wanted to send out special (((((hugs))))) to you! Thank you for sharing your stories on your sobriety, daily postings such as Stepchild's Daily Reflections, Mike B's Grapevine Quotations, Pappy's beautiful Sunrise Quotes and more. This board is like another AA meeting for me and has b...	betterthanyesterday52	11	582	Nov 13, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Think before you speak. Words can get you into trouble much easier than they can get you out of it."- D. Ernest Green	Pythonpappy	0	284	Nov 12, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift (Preview) Life is like a library owned by an author. In it are a few books, which he wrote himself, but most of them were written for him. --Harry Emerson Fosdick In our minds there are multitudes of stored memories, knowledge, and skills. Some of these are the results of living and learning, but most are informat...	Pythonpappy	0	352	Nov 12, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grapevine (Preview) November 12 "Our Serenity Prayer ... brings a new light to us that can dissipate our old-time and nearly fatal habit of fooling ourselves."	Mike B.	2	360	Nov 12, 2013 by Mike D
	Question? (Preview) I have been clean and sober for 560 days. Someone made a comment to me on Saturday, that we need to stop at a medical center to check my blood alcohol level. Then all day they kept dredging up what I have done in the past. I felt it was in a condescending way. This person (my sister) I owe my life to right no...	Chikky	12	606	Nov 12, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
	Reason, Season, And A Lifetime (Preview) I'm always amazed at the people God has brought and continues to bring into my life...I found this and thought it summed it up nicely. Hope you do too. People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. When you figure out which it is, you will know exactly what to do.Some people come into o...	Stepchild	2	449	Nov 12, 2013 by betterthanyesterday52
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