Alcoholics Anonymous

mandm · mandm

I'm really sick of the mental engery that is wasted with drinking. Why is it when I wake up at 3 in the morning I actually think to myself oh liqure store opens in a few hours. I try to think about other stuff but its the first natural thought that come to my mind most days, Its really amazing how much I think...

ferrisdp · ferrisdp

I was talking with an old-timer on Friday about the current demographics of AA members in the U.S. I haven't been able to find reliable statistics online but he told me that AA membership is 85% white and 75% men. This bothered me and I've been thinking about it the last few days. For an organazation th...

Tracey C · Tracey C

This is the first day I haven't been surrounded by drinkers for a week. My body is just starting to relax now it's been so uptight. The anger that was directed at me because they felt I was holding back my husband from it was amazing. He had a few one day just not as much as usual. It was an eyeopener for hi...

wystan1000 · wystan1000

Hi all My name is Michael and I'm an alcoholic. I'm down with my parents and husband in the countryside in the UK. There aren't really any meetings nearby so it's good to have this forum to share. I just graduated from my treatment programme of three months on Thursday. Coming down here until Monday was p...

RubyTues · RubyTues

Well, I completed my steps 5, 6, and 7 on Friday. I don't even know how to put it all into words. The first thing I noticed was that I looked taller when I looked in the mirror. I feel so happy and free and so, so grateful. This truly is a miraculous program!

Tanin · Tanin

Guy's been around a while.Happy anniversary to Jack Dhttp://aa.activeboard.com/m1453987/profile/

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

March 31 "Only a gift given in love and gratitude is blessed to the giver and precious to the receiver." Click to learn more Orchard Lake, Mich., December 1966 From: "Breaking Through Ritual" Step By Step

justadrunk · justadrunk

; Nothing happens to any man that he is not formed by nature to bear. --Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Reflecting on the past reveals that indeed we do find the strength and the ability to cope with whatever experience ripples our calm. Moreover, we have come to accept that these tides of turmoil wash in new...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

An Irish priest was transferred to Texas . Father O'Malley rose from his bed one morning. It was a fine spring day in his new west Texas mission parish. He walked to the window of his bedroom to get a deep breath of the beautiful day outside. He then noticed there was a jackass lying dead in the middle o...

SereneSteve · SereneSteve

Im alive and sober and clean :) In fact have 83 days today. I havent been active on here lately, trying to soul search and humble myself. We did get a new puppy last week, he has brought great joy to me. Just wanted to say hi to everyone. I need to get a new sponsor and restart my steps soon, starting to fe...

Jerry F · Jerry F

It might be the flu or whatever. It started coming on this morning just as I was waking up. I needed support to stand without wavering back and forth and I had a cup of coffee and felt better; got my truck and made it to my home meeting. God can I be more greatly blessed than what has been given to me with t...

Col · Col

Oh, there's many- big and small. For the most part I have accepted them... I no longer mourn the almost 25 years of wreckage, lost opportunities and all that. One that still gets me is people who knew me when I was drinking, and still treat me as though I am. Ive worked at the same restaurant for about 3 year...

Col · Col

I was at a meeting this morning, one that's quickly becoming my favorite. A woman that I met when I first became sober was in attendance, as well. I see her often, but she's usually surrounded by the other women with long term sobriety, and I'm intimidated. So today she approached me, gave me a hug, and sa...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

When I Whine ~~~~~~~Today, upon a bus, I saw a girl with golden hairI looked at her and sighed and wished I was as fair.When suddenly she rose to leave,I saw her hobble down the aisle.She had one leg and used a crutchBut as she passed, she passed a smile.Oh, God, forgive me when I whineI have 2 legs, the wor...

justadrunk · justadrunk

I've noticed that I've been stuffing myself lately - beyond full and especially on junk like chips and chocolate cake. I don't normally allow myself many sweets or junk foor or candy, so I know that I'm doing sort of the same thing as with alcohol - just blocking out my own set of guidlines for me, and cro...

Bob K · Bob K

We have a meeting tonight at 9 pm eastern. come join us

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Recovery for me has been almost a rebirth. I'm born again as the curious, trusting, honest child I was so long ago - the child I thought I'd lost forever. -- Paul D. For many of us, that child was just waiting for a chance to find us again. It was only waiting until we could maintain honesty, integrity, and d...

Bob K · Bob K

There is a meeting this morning at 11:00 am eastern time. Come join me for some good recovery.

Mike B. · Mike B.

"Personal glorification, overweening pride, consuming ambition, exhibitionism, intolerant smugness, money or power madness, refusal to admit mistakes and learn from them, self-satisfaction, lazy complacency - these and many more are the garden variety of ills which so often be...

Baltazar · Baltazar

I have ttended meetings in the past. I never got anything out of it, other than a sense of living in the past and a lot of people gloryfying their drunkalogs. i do not beleive in any higher power, and i felt that a high percentage of peope who were in the meetings were under the influence of some drug, alcoh...

mandm · mandm

i know a few of you know me, i've really tried to do the sober thing and failed alot the last few days i went days without sleep. so i descided to go party and it was way to crazy... i went to my pub it was doing a easter holiday thing.. . well i woke up just now pretty hung over .. everything is a tad foggy .. i remem...

Tanin · Tanin

Interesting approach to sobriety, both from the business side and the recovery perspective. . .Hey, if it works, I'm all for it. Live-in Sober Coaches Offer Wealthy Expensive New Way to Stay Clean High-powered Wall Streeters can turn to $1,900-per-day Sober Companions to help them stay sober. B...

Toni S · Toni S

About a year ago I was sitting in a meeting, and to my surprise a drinking buddy from back in the day walked in and plopped down on the couch next to me- in mid laugh I stopped and looked at him with shock in my eyes. After he celebrated his 6 month birthday, I gave him my phone number and told him that if he eve...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Today's thought from Hazelden is: Reflection for the Day The Program and my friends in the fellowship have provided me with a whole new set of tools for living. Even the slogans that once seemed so trite and corny are now becoming an important part of my daily life: Easy Does It; First Things First; This...

1Coffeeatatime · 1Coffeeatatime

Another holiday is among us and I am just reaching out to give thanks and devotion to this program which no one wanted to be apart of. I am driving the 4 hours to the inlaws tonight and wanted to wish everyone a safe And happy holiday. I'll be the DD for the family if they need it, which based on past gathering...

Phil · Phil

Going to Meetings I am still amazed, after years of recovering, at how easily I can begin to talk myself out of attending meetings. I am also still amazed at how good I feel when I go. --Anonymous We don't have to stay stuck in our misery and discomfort. An immediate option is available that wi...

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

The past 24 hours have been the most difficult I have had in my six weeks of sobriety. It all started yesterday when my wife and I decided to go out for dinner. She asked me if I was "still not drinking," to which I responded that I am not. Now, I need to back up and provide some context: My wife and I...

pinkchip · pinkchip

Happy anniversary!!! This time for real. Good Job!!!!!

Col · Col

It just sort of occurred to me that I still live with this. I want things RIGHT NOW. My entire mentality is based in this thinking. My job is one that provides cash payment every shift, I shop to feel better, I want to look better immediately, I cook quick meals cuz I don't want to wait, etc. When I feel down,...

aanon1230 · aanon1230

. -- Edited by aanon1230 on Thursday 28th of March 2013 05:21:37 PM

justadrunk · justadrunk

Today... My dear friend who is not a declared alcoholic will come over to work the steps with me. I'm nervous, happy & scared a little, but I do trust that my HP is here and loves me, and I have hope that she will see that if nothing else. I asked my son the question I've been afraid to ask him. I was scar...

zxtbeepoll · zxtbeepoll

(Posted Deleted) This board is about recovery from alcoholism. Not political agenda's. If you want to post here, please keep politics and religion endorcements or oppositions out of your post. Do you have a problem with alcoholism that you would like some help with or need support as you recover...

SereneSteve · SereneSteve

I know face to face is best but for some times when you need a meeting but cant get out theres some great ones at intherooms, they have video chat and a chair person and everything, just tried one and it left me with the same great feeling as a face to face., Of course I know face to face is better and am going to...

mikef · mikef

Morning and blessings of this day! Please join me today in celebration of my 65th birthday. It is truly thru the God of my understandings grace and mercy that allowed me the choice between LIFE and death to reach this day... My belly button birthday of 12/2/84 and total acceptance of utter defeat aft...

RubyTues · RubyTues

Thanks for sharing some of your story in your biography. I look forward to hearing more from you!

RubyTues · RubyTues

I really am working on this. I have come to realize that my two main problems in asking someone to be my sponsor are: 1): I don't want to bother them. I really have a hard time believing that someone wants to actually spend their time guiding me through the steps 2): It will mean I am accountable and also tha...

Col · Col

Oh boy... Today's been a rough one. This is gonna sound really stupid and ridiculous- but most of you have heard both from me at certain points by now:) It all started when I bought a new pair of jeans. I'm all thinking I'm looking good- caught a glimpse of myself in a window reflection and was horrified. I...

RubyTues · RubyTues

There are five of us in the chat room. Who is chairing?

Philipld · Philipld

Im glad that I have 5 meetings in 5 days..under my belt... Had a very angry email waiting for me when I got home last night.. I responded in a non clingy...and if you want to carry on without me in your life....its ok...I understand attitude...and meant what I said.. This morning? I get another one....sa...

turninggrey · turninggrey

I have a mountain ahead of me. I have been out of work for six months and I have to re-qualify at work. I will be studying for a month to overcome that mountain. In the six months, the technology has changed considerably, and I have to conquer the technology with out the benefit of even touching it. Sigh. A...

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

This morning I read that alcoholics will often go to every length possible to convince themselves that they are normal drinkers - that somehow our destructive and obsessive behavior is something we can control if we really want to. I was pretty amused when I read this, because the author noted that al...

mike1 · mike1

Well, it's official. My wife and I are divorcing and I'm losing my house. God grant me the serenity...

pinkchip · pinkchip

This was a topic in a recent meeting I went to. I thought about it and realized that I have bought into being a much more regimented and structured person. This was so far from the case when I was actively drinking. I did not adhere to schedules, had a chronic lateness problem, was always passively-ag...

justadrunk · justadrunk

You curl around my back like my parentheses. Surrounding my body, my whirling thoughts, my discontent with a bracket as if this period of my life is just a passing thing, something added to the sentence for emphasis only. You have looked into my wounded eyes and seen clear down to my soul and as you reach...

nstubbs · nstubbs

Hello every one! My name is Natasha and i was looking for you guys to take this survey for me. I am studying Alcoholics anonymous for a class at my school Oakland University. It would be great help if you would take a few minutes to take it. I really need it done for my class, thank you! http://www.surveymo...

Tanin · Tanin

I was glad to attend the online meeting last night. Several.folks showed up. Several shared their ESH about the topics: emotional sobriety and let go, let God.I usually don't go to meetings on Saturdays. But, hey, it was right here.

mandm · mandm

So I had been struggling for years with my drinking, I think it really hit me when I broke up with my ex of 8 years and moved on my own. I was finding the alone being difficult, so I descided to become a chef .. the only problem with being a chef is, when you would leave people want you to drink, and wednesday q...

RubyTues · RubyTues

Are we not doing a meeting this morning?

justadrunk · justadrunk

My longest time friend from college days has had a long road. She is not an alcoholic or drug addict, but she wants to know what happened to me. Why I am so different. She is the only friend I've told that I'm an alcoholic. I actually told her right away when I started AA this past year. She has had healt...

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

Hi All, I was reading the Big Book this morning when something very familiar sunk in for me. During one of the narratives, the author writes about how at the height of his drinking he was blaming anything and everything in the world for his problems - except alcohol. As it turns out, alcohol was the true s...

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	Mentally drained (Preview) I'm really sick of the mental engery that is wasted with drinking. Why is it when I wake up at 3 in the morning I actually think to myself oh liqure store opens in a few hours. I try to think about other stuff but its the first natural thought that come to my mind most days, Its really amazing how much I think...	mandm	13	534	Apr 2, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	AA Membership -- what is our future? (Preview) I was talking with an old-timer on Friday about the current demographics of AA members in the U.S. I haven't been able to find reliable statistics online but he told me that AA membership is 85% white and 75% men. This bothered me and I've been thinking about it the last few days. For an organazation th...	ferrisdp	26	29734	Apr 2, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Surrounded (Preview) This is the first day I haven't been surrounded by drinkers for a week. My body is just starting to relax now it's been so uptight. The anger that was directed at me because they felt I was holding back my husband from it was amazing. He had a few one day just not as much as usual. It was an eyeopener for hi...	Tracey C	4	353	Apr 1, 2013 by RubyTues
	Down with the parents for Easter (Preview) Hi all My name is Michael and I'm an alcoholic. I'm down with my parents and husband in the countryside in the UK. There aren't really any meetings nearby so it's good to have this forum to share. I just graduated from my treatment programme of three months on Thursday. Coming down here until Monday was p...	wystan1000	6	487	Apr 1, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	Step five (Preview) Well, I completed my steps 5, 6, and 7 on Friday. I don't even know how to put it all into words. The first thing I noticed was that I looked taller when I looked in the mirror. I feel so happy and free and so, so grateful. This truly is a miraculous program!	RubyTues	11	428	Apr 1, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	Happy 44th Anniversary, Jack D (Preview) Guy's been around a while.Happy anniversary to Jack Dhttp://aa.activeboard.com/m1453987/profile/	Tanin	6	853	Apr 1, 2013 by RubyTues
	GrapeVine (Preview) March 31 "Only a gift given in love and gratitude is blessed to the giver and precious to the receiver." Click to learn more Orchard Lake, Mich., December 1966 From: "Breaking Through Ritual" Step By Step	Pythonpappy	1	359	Apr 1, 2013 by Mr_David
	Today's Gift 3-31 (Preview) ; Nothing happens to any man that he is not formed by nature to bear. --Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Reflecting on the past reveals that indeed we do find the strength and the ability to cope with whatever experience ripples our calm. Moreover, we have come to accept that these tides of turmoil wash in new...	justadrunk	1	296	Apr 1, 2013 by Mr_David
	The New Irish Priest (Preview) An Irish priest was transferred to Texas . Father O'Malley rose from his bed one morning. It was a fine spring day in his new west Texas mission parish. He walked to the window of his bedroom to get a deep breath of the beautiful day outside. He then noticed there was a jackass lying dead in the middle o...	Pythonpappy	2	422	Apr 1, 2013 by Mr_David
	Quick Update, (Preview) Im alive and sober and clean :) In fact have 83 days today. I havent been active on here lately, trying to soul search and humble myself. We did get a new puppy last week, he has brought great joy to me. Just wanted to say hi to everyone. I need to get a new sponsor and restart my steps soon, starting to fe...	SereneSteve	9	443	Apr 1, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	I'm physically sick...good!! (Preview) It might be the flu or whatever. It started coming on this morning just as I was waking up. I needed support to stand without wavering back and forth and I had a cup of coffee and felt better; got my truck and made it to my home meeting. *God can I be more greatly blessed than what has been given to me with t...*	Jerry F	5	671	Apr 1, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Learning to accept the repercussions of drinking (Preview) Oh, there's many- big and small. For the most part I have accepted them... I no longer mourn the almost 25 years of wreckage, lost opportunities and all that. One that still gets me is people who knew me when I was drinking, and still treat me as though I am. Ive worked at the same restaurant for about 3 year...	Col	8	509	Apr 1, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Growth (Preview) I was at a meeting this morning, one that's quickly becoming my favorite. A woman that I met when I first became sober was in attendance, as well. I see her often, but she's usually surrounded by the other women with long term sobriety, and I'm intimidated. So today she approached me, gave me a hug, and sa...	Col	6	479	Apr 1, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	When I Whine (Preview) When I Whine ~~~~~~~Today, upon a bus, I saw a girl with golden hairI looked at her and sighed and wished I was as fair.When suddenly she rose to leave,I saw her hobble down the aisle.She had one leg and used a crutchBut as she passed, she passed a smile.Oh, God, forgive me when I whineI have 2 legs, the wor...	Pythonpappy	3	474	Mar 31, 2013 by John
	This resentment is making me eat. (Preview) I've noticed that I've been stuffing myself lately - beyond full and especially on junk like chips and chocolate cake. I don't normally allow myself many sweets or junk foor or candy, so I know that I'm doing sort of the same thing as with alcohol - just blocking out my own set of guidlines for me, and cro...	justadrunk	14	667	Mar 31, 2013 by justadrunk
	meeting tonight (Preview) We have a meeting tonight at 9 pm eastern. come join us	Bob K	1	458	Mar 31, 2013 by Mr_David
	Today's Gift 03-30 (Preview) Recovery for me has been almost a rebirth. I'm born again as the curious, trusting, honest child I was so long ago - the child I thought I'd lost forever. -- Paul D. For many of us, that child was just waiting for a chance to find us again. It was only waiting until we could maintain honesty, integrity, and d...	Pythonpappy	0	307	Mar 30, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Meeting this morning (Preview) There is a meeting this morning at 11:00 am eastern time. Come join me for some good recovery.	Bob K	3	367	Mar 30, 2013 by Bob K
	Grapevine (Preview) "Personal glorification, overweening pride, consuming ambition, exhibitionism, intolerant smugness, money or power madness, refusal to admit mistakes and learn from them, self-satisfaction, lazy complacency - these and many more are the garden variety of ills which so often be...	Mike B.	2	318	Mar 30, 2013 by justadrunk
	Real Alcoholics and AA Meetings (Preview) I have ttended meetings in the past. I never got anything out of it, other than a sense of living in the past and a lot of people gloryfying their drunkalogs. i do not beleive in any higher power, and i felt that a high percentage of peope who were in the meetings were under the influence of some drug, alcoh...	Baltazar	23	1368	Mar 30, 2013 by Baltazar
	i'm not normal (Preview) i know a few of you know me, i've really tried to do the sober thing and failed alot the last few days i went days without sleep. so i descided to go party and it was way to crazy... i went to my pub it was doing a easter holiday thing.. . well i woke up just now pretty hung over .. everything is a tad foggy .. i remem...	mandm	11	612	Mar 30, 2013 by visch1
	Live In Sober Coaches For The Wealthy (Preview) Interesting approach to sobriety, both from the business side and the recovery perspective. . .Hey, if it works, I'm all for it. Live-in Sober Coaches Offer Wealthy Expensive New Way to Stay Clean High-powered Wall Streeters can turn to $1,900-per-day Sober Companions to help them stay sober. B...	Tanin	4	1196	Mar 30, 2013 by Mr_David
	The struggle within him 12 step fellowship helping hand gratitude (Preview) About a year ago I was sitting in a meeting, and to my surprise a drinking buddy from back in the day walked in and plopped down on the couch next to me- in mid laugh I stopped and looked at him with shock in my eyes. After he celebrated his 6 month birthday, I gave him my phone number and told him that if he eve...	Toni S	6	8443	Mar 30, 2013 by Mr_David
	Today's Gift (Preview) Today's thought from Hazelden is: Reflection for the Day The Program and my friends in the fellowship have provided me with a whole new set of tools for living. Even the slogans that once seemed so trite and corny are now becoming an important part of my daily life: Easy Does It; First Things First; This...	justadrunk	1	336	Mar 30, 2013 by Mr_David
	Holidays and dryness (Preview) Another holiday is among us and I am just reaching out to give thanks and devotion to this program which no one wanted to be apart of. I am driving the 4 hours to the inlaws tonight and wanted to wish everyone a safe And happy holiday. I'll be the DD for the family if they need it, which based on past gathering...	1Coffeeatatime	5	431	Mar 30, 2013 by RubyTues
	Going To Meetings (Preview) Going to Meetings I am still amazed, after years of recovering, at how easily I can begin to talk myself out of attending meetings. I am also still amazed at how good I feel when I go. --Anonymous We don't have to stay stuck in our misery and discomfort. An immediate option is available that wi...	Phil	4	607	Mar 29, 2013 by Col
	My hardest day so far (Preview) The past 24 hours have been the most difficult I have had in my six weeks of sobriety. It all started yesterday when my wife and I decided to go out for dinner. She asked me if I was "still not drinking," to which I responded that I am not. Now, I need to back up and provide some context: My wife and I...	AdamMoz	9	743	Mar 29, 2013 by Grace13
	Happy 1 year anniversary for real this time Tasha LOL! (Preview) Happy anniversary!!! This time for real. Good Job!!!!!	pinkchip	19	790	Mar 29, 2013 by Grace13
	A mentality of instant gratification (Preview) It just sort of occurred to me that I still live with this. I want things RIGHT NOW. My entire mentality is based in this thinking. My job is one that provides cash payment every shift, I shop to feel better, I want to look better immediately, I cook quick meals cuz I don't want to wait, etc. When I feel down,...	Col	6	1429	Mar 29, 2013 by leeu
	. (Preview) . -- Edited by aanon1230 on Thursday 28th of March 2013 05:21:37 PM	aanon1230	3	1455	Mar 29, 2013 by justadrunk
	Trust (Preview) Today... My dear friend who is not a declared alcoholic will come over to work the steps with me. I'm nervous, happy & scared a little, but I do trust that my HP is here and loves me, and I have hope that she will see that if nothing else. I asked my son the question I've been afraid to ask him. I was scar...	justadrunk	7	525	Mar 29, 2013 by leeu
	John Kerry In Iraq: Iran Flights To Syria 'Problematic' (Preview) (Posted Deleted) This board is about recovery from alcoholism. Not political agenda's. If you want to post here, please keep politics and religion endorcements or oppositions out of your post. Do you have a problem with alcoholism that you would like some help with or need support as you recover...	zxtbeepoll	2	406	Mar 29, 2013 by leeu
	Anyone try online meetings? (Preview) I know face to face is best but for some times when you need a meeting but cant get out theres some great ones at intherooms, they have video chat and a chair person and everything, just tried one and it left me with the same great feeling as a face to face., Of course I know face to face is better and am going to...	SereneSteve	15	552	Mar 28, 2013 by Tanin
	The miracle of LIFE (Preview) Morning and blessings of this day! Please join me today in celebration of my 65th birthday. It is truly thru the God of my understandings grace and mercy that allowed me the choice between LIFE and death to reach this day... My belly button birthday of 12/2/84 and total acceptance of utter defeat aft...	mikef	12	747	Mar 28, 2013 by Rob84
	Welcome, Toni S! (Preview) Thanks for sharing some of your story in your biography. I look forward to hearing more from you!	RubyTues	7	476	Mar 28, 2013 by Rob84
	Sponsorship (Preview) I really am working on this. I have come to realize that my two main problems in asking someone to be my sponsor are: 1): I don't want to bother them. I really have a hard time believing that someone wants to actually spend their time guiding me through the steps 2): It will mean I am accountable and also tha...	RubyTues	22	2425	Mar 27, 2013 by Tanin
	I think I could use a couple of prayers, please (Preview) Oh boy... Today's been a rough one. This is gonna sound really stupid and ridiculous- but most of you have heard both from me at certain points by now:) It all started when I bought a new pair of jeans. I'm all thinking I'm looking good- caught a glimpse of myself in a window reflection and was horrified. I...	Col	20	846	Mar 27, 2013 by Mike B.
	Tuesday meeting (Preview) There are five of us in the chat room. Who is chairing?	RubyTues	6	412	Mar 27, 2013 by Tanin
	Man!! (Preview) Im glad that I have 5 meetings in 5 days..under my belt... Had a very angry email waiting for me when I got home last night.. I responded in a non clingy...and if you want to carry on without me in your life....its ok...I understand attitude...and meant what I said.. This morning? I get another one....sa...	Philipld	14	629	Mar 26, 2013 by Tanin
	I need a few prayers for motivation... (Preview) I have a mountain ahead of me. I have been out of work for six months and I have to re-qualify at work. I will be studying for a month to overcome that mountain. In the six months, the technology has changed considerably, and I have to conquer the technology with out the benefit of even touching it. Sigh. A...	turninggrey	12	678	Mar 26, 2013 by mrpeel
	Trying to become "normal" drinkers (Preview) This morning I read that alcoholics will often go to every length possible to convince themselves that they are normal drinkers - that somehow our destructive and obsessive behavior is something we can control if we really want to. I was pretty amused when I read this, because the author noted that al...	AdamMoz	6	709	Mar 26, 2013 by Stepchild
	More wreakage of the Past (Preview) Well, it's official. My wife and I are divorcing and I'm losing my house. God grant me the serenity...	mike1	12	679	Mar 25, 2013 by s_lukin
	Self-discipline (Preview) This was a topic in a recent meeting I went to. I thought about it and realized that I have bought into being a much more regimented and structured person. This was so far from the case when I was actively drinking. I did not adhere to schedules, had a chronic lateness problem, was always passively-ag...	pinkchip	6	1032	Mar 25, 2013 by Rob84
	He loves me when I am unlovely. (Preview) You curl around my back like my parentheses. Surrounding my body, my whirling thoughts, my discontent with a bracket as if this period of my life is just a passing thing, something added to the sentence for emphasis only. You have looked into my wounded eyes and seen clear down to my soul and as you reach...	justadrunk	8	603	Mar 25, 2013 by mrpeel
	Survey (Preview) Hello every one! My name is Natasha and i was looking for you guys to take this survey for me. I am studying Alcoholics anonymous for a class at my school Oakland University. It would be great help if you would take a few minutes to take it. I really need it done for my class, thank you! http://www.surveymo...	nstubbs	3	775	Mar 25, 2013 by leeu
	Good Online Meeting Here Last Night (Preview) I was glad to attend the online meeting last night. Several.folks showed up. Several shared their ESH about the topics: emotional sobriety and let go, let God.I usually don't go to meetings on Saturdays. But, hey, it was right here.	Tanin	4	395	Mar 24, 2013 by Bob K
	rocking it! finally CHANGED GEARS ! (Preview) So I had been struggling for years with my drinking, I think it really hit me when I broke up with my ex of 8 years and moved on my own. I was finding the alone being difficult, so I descided to become a chef .. the only problem with being a chef is, when you would leave people want you to drink, and wednesday q...	mandm	8	547	Mar 24, 2013 by mandm
	Sat morning (Preview) Are we not doing a meeting this morning?	RubyTues	5	470	Mar 24, 2013 by John
	Can I sponsor a non-alcoholic? (Preview) My longest time friend from college days has had a long road. She is not an alcoholic or drug addict, but she wants to know what happened to me. Why I am so different. She is the only friend I've told that I'm an alcoholic. I actually told her right away when I started AA this past year. She has had healt...	justadrunk	7	983	Mar 23, 2013 by Jerry F
	Blaming Everybody Else for Everything (Preview) Hi All, I was reading the Big Book this morning when something very familiar sunk in for me. During one of the narratives, the author writes about how at the height of his drinking he was blaming anything and everything in the world for his problems - except alcohol. As it turns out, alcohol was the true s...	AdamMoz	8	852	Mar 23, 2013 by Col
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