Alcoholics Anonymous

rosie light shines · rosie light shines

Some of us, observing that ideals are rarely achieved, proceed to the error of considering them worthless. Such an error is greatly harmful. True North cannot be reached either, since it is an abstraction, but it is of enormous importance, as all the world's travelers can attest. --Steve Allen ...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

Since I've been putting sobriety into my life, I've been taking out a lot of good things. I can describe it best as a kind of quiet satisfaction. I feel good. I feel right with the world, on the right side of the fence. As long as I put sobriety into my life, almost everything I take out is good. The satisfact...

Phil · Phil

Anger Quotes and Proverbs Doc Childre and Howard Martin, HeartMath Solution Physiologically, it simply doesn't matter whether your anger is justified or not. The body doesn't make moral judgements about feelings; it just responds. Doc Childre and Howard Martin, HeartMath Solution Re...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

-- Edited by Toni Baloney at 22:32, 2006-07-20

Niall · Niall

If anyone is interested read this. The first part just about sums up alot about how I have operating all my life. Quite a shock. Maybe some of you can relate THE PROBLEM Many of us felt inadequate, unworthy, alone, and afraid. Our insides never matched what we saw on the outsides of others. Earl...

Rob · Rob

Hi everyone. I ent really got much to say at the moment. I didnt know if i was gona go to meeting tonight, infact i probably wouldnt have.. But this morning at t-braek my mobile rang, made me jump,.. it was Alan, asking how i was and if i was going to meeting tonight.. i said "err.. yeah..m...

Doll · Doll

BROTHERS IN OUR DEFECTS We recovered alcoholics are not so much brothers in virtue as we are brothers in our defects, and in our common strivings to overcome them. AS BILL SEES IT, p. 167 The identification that one alcoholic has with another is mysterious, spiritual--almost incomprehensible. But...

Phil · Phil

Fear is the absence of faith. —Paul Tillich We all experience fear. Sometimes we fear small things that only seem large at the time, like a test in school or meeting a new boss or going to the dentist. Sometimes we fear big things like serious illness or death or that someone w...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

I was just thinking how easy it would be to fix my brain if it was like a computer. Just a few simple steps and I would have a fully functioning brain! Back to reality..... I have done a whole lot of damage to my thinker. I remember in rehab they taught us about how the brain works when it comes to pleasure...

Phil · Phil

We know it hasnt been easy. We know there are times when its tough. We know that things arent always fair, but that doesnt mean, it should be this rough. The journey should be a lot smoother, and life should play by the rules. Time passes too quickly, in everything, except, when it heals our wounds...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

I have a question for those of you on this board. I was at my IOP class today and I was talking about the percentage of alcoholics/addicts that actually stay sober after being exposed to the 12 step programs. I was under the impression that it's somewhere around 5% or one in every 20, however ya look at i...

Candace · Candace

Yesterday I posted how drinking buddies diappear real fast. Well, my neighboor/ best friend/ best drinking bud ended up calling me yesterday around 8ish. She told me that she hadn't called me for the past 5 days because she was on a bender and knew I was trying to quit... and that she was dr...

Candace · Candace

I've made it -- ONE WHOLE WEEK! and starting on my 8th day. The first couple of days were rough.. now I wake up and see things in a whole new light. I feel a whole lot better, and realize that it's worth it to keep sober. Like for example, yesterday on Easter -- I would of been hung o...

rosie light shines · rosie light shines

If one is a greyhound, why try to look like a Pekingese?.......Edith Sitwell Children accept more variety among their pets than among one another. A child, who is out of the ordinary---strinkingly tall or short, freckled, large-nosed, big-eared, eyeglassed--may be teased mercilessly duri...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

Hi, Checked in twice yesterday, only one Post, then Today, I have checked in twice, and only 2 Postings. Feels like everyone has gone on vacation??? Oh, well, I guess I'll go mind my own business, and cook dinner, and check in tomorrow. This is the quietest I have ever seen the Board. G...

Phil · Phil

While conflict in marriage is inevitable, fighting is optional. The secret is in how you approach and handle the conflict. It can make the difference between a really great relationship and a breakup looking for a place to happen. With that notion in mind, let's take a look at five styles of han...

Robert · Robert

I feel that Helen is depressed as a result of me getting into uni, because it puts off her plans for the next 3 years, and I am not sure how to deal with it, I have put Helen and other people before me, for the vast majority of my life and now I am taking action to better myself and I do not feel it is selfish to want...

Doll · Doll

LOVE AND FEAR AS OPPOSITES All these failings generate fear, a soul-sickness in its own right. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 49 "Fear knocked at the door; faith answered; no one was there." I don't know to whom this quote should be attributed, but it certainly indicates clearly that fear is a...

Phil · Phil

The great mind knows the power of gentleness. — Robert Browning We have learned to become gentle with ourselves & other people. The slogan “Easy Does It” works in all situations. We created confusion in our lives when we lost our light touch & our softspoken word. We were li...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

I've heard people describe events in their lives as being lucky. When I look back I don't see to much of any kinda luck. I really believe that God has been involved in my life even when I didn't believe in a god. I think that all the hell I've been through has happened in order to get me to believe in something...

Robert · Robert

Hiya. I feel a bit deflated. I spoke to my sponcer about my anxiety of work. "do not worry, we will work the steps, and by the time you go back to work all will be well" were his words. (The fact is I am on antidepressants and the main reason for my continued depression is my job. I had a real rough ordeal and it h...

Doll · Doll

ANGER: A "DUBIOUS LUXURY" If we were to live, we had to be free of anger. The grouch and the brainstorm were not for us. They may be the dubious luxury of the normal men, but for alcoholics these things are poison. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 66 "Dubious luxury." How often have I remembered those words. It'...

Doll · Doll

God, I offer myself to You -- to build with me and to do with me as You will . Relieve me of the bondage of self, that I may better do Your will. Take away my difficulties, that victory over them may bear witness to those I would help of Your Power, Your Love,...

Candace · Candace

Well, I managed to make it through last night. The funniest thing about it was that I was real emotional and crying (but a good cry it was). My partner walked in the door from fishing and was like "what's wrong" -- I'm was like "nothing, I'm great - I haven't been better" with a big smile on my f...

Rob · Rob

Im not really in the mood to post tonight.. But i wanted to ask how you are doing this weekend Rob? Rob(3)

Rick · Rick

Are you meeting roadblocks to recovery? A disorder means out of order, not the way things should be. Are we convinced that addictive behavior is counter to the way we are intended to function? Or do we harbor, somewhere in the back of our minds, the idea that we'll never change our habits? ...

Rick · Rick

I hope I shall follow firmness of virtue enough to maintain that I consider the most enviable of all titles --the character of an honest man. --George Washington Happiness in recovery and in society depends on our honesty. We create pain for others, and ourselves, when we are dishonest...

paul · paul

Happy day! This 12 step thing we do, is so incredible! I, for one am grateful for your messages full of inspiration, hope and Love. paul "Sense shines with a double luster when it is set in humility. An able and yet humble man is a jewel worth a kingdom." — William Pe...

Phil · Phil

The First Step on the Road to Recovery is Always the Most Important One The first few steps you take on any journey won't get you where you want to go. But without those first steps and the many more that follow, you wouldn't where you are, looking towards the future and wondering what it would really...

Doll · Doll

THE BONDAGE OF RESENTMENTS . . . harboring resentment is infinitely grave. For then we shut ourselves off from the sunlight of the spirit. AS BILL SEES IT, p. 5 It has been said, "Anger is a luxury I cannot afford." Does this suggest I ignore this human emotion? I believe not. Before I learned of the A.A. p...

kathy570 · kathy570

Hello All, It's good to be back. THANK YOU for all the responses to Im back & in pain. Sites & suggestions were GREAT. TY TY TY . As for MEDS, its not the " We aren't to do drugs " thing that bothers me. I used to take tons of prescriptions and really got hooked. Dont wa...

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

Happy Passover to all those who celebrate Passover. Happy celebration of the Day of Jesus' Resurrection to those who joyously celebrate that. Happy spring to all. amanda

Robert · Robert

Phil · Phil

Courage is the price that life exacts for granting peace. Amelia Earhart When we feel angry, lonely, worried, or sad we can ask ourselves, “Is there a pattern here?” That simple question can help us take a giant step forward in recovery. When we feel these thing...

Phil · Phil

A woman opened her refrigerator and found a large white rabbit asleep inside. "Why are you in my refrigerator?" she asked. The rabbit replied, "This is a Westinghouse, isn't it?"

iffer · iffer

Anyone seen this? I think I saw a thread about this a while back and I decided to rent it and watched it today after my employer sent me home from work because I am still sick. I thought it was pretty true to life of AA.... It made me think about the dangers and consequences of relapse for sure...b...

Candace · Candace

Hi everyone, I have been sober for 5 days now. The last time I was drunk, I went on a binge for 4 days with my common-law partner. I am taking it day by day... and thought this would be a good place to start for support, understanding and encouragement. I thought today was saturday and was...

Cabbageheadchris · Cabbageheadchris

Hi all, hope you are all well. Found this today, hope someone who reads it finds a help. What else can I do right now? It is dangerous to stop drinking instantly if you are physically dependent on alcohol. The brain is depressed by alcohol and...

Candace · Candace

Well, I called DART to find out our local AA hotline number -- guess there's not one here. But, they connected me to Women Sobriety. I spoke to a woman named Mary who has quit for 4 years. Made me feel a whole lot better. She suggested that I should go into rehab -- but rehab isn't...

Robert · Robert

A Message to Young People... How to tell when drinking is becoming a problem ALCOHOLISMAlcoholism is a rough word to deal with. Yet nobody is too young (or too old) to have trouble with booze. That's because alcoholism is an illness. It can hit anyone. Young, old. Rich, poor. Black, white. An...

Phil · Phil

Acceptance means that you Can find the serenity within To let go of the past With it's mistakes and regrets Move into the future With a new perspective And appreciate the opportunity To take a second chance Acceptance means you'll find Security again When difficult times come...

jeannie · jeannie

So many gifted people, now walk upon earth. Some feel the words, from all the hurts in their life. Others go further and feel the intend from the words being given. Jeannie

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

The Serenity Prayer     By God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change Courage to change th...

Robert · Robert

ouch caught in the act nice comb over Always wear a helmet Thats better! Finding Nemo Giz a kiss Thats it.

shiva · shiva

hi all, new here and just wondering if any of u got some advice for a girlfriend of a binge-drinker..? says he´ll go for a couple of pints and won´t be back late..7 hours later he´s still in the pub.. any comments will be appreciated..thanks

Phil · Phil

Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant, they too have their story. Avoid loud...

rosie light shines · rosie light shines

did any of you go through this???? Hi, since i got into recovery 26 months ago, deciding to , for the FIRST time, FACE my pain instead of running away via alcohol, drugs, other addictions but to FACE it, i never felt so bad in my LIFE the emotions part i expected, but not the PHYSICAL part.... my bo...

Rob · Rob

Ok... so i will start this post/thread off by saying i have been drinking today.. Well what im gona do is paste what i put in an email to someone here.. to say about my night.. I'm quite excited.. I have been drinking today.., quite abit.. but not drank for about .. well j...

Robert · Robert

Oh yes! having a big breakfast this eve! I cook the sausages in the oven for 30 mins GM 6 then slap the beans over the top and cook for a further 5 mins, in the mean time slice some fresh bread and thickly butter it, and dry fry some smoked bacon and button mushrooms, and oven bake the hash browns, a meal fit f...

Rick · Rick

There the penitents took off their shoes And walked barefoot the remaining mile. --Robert Lowell Some people have to have pain. If dirt doesn't fall on their heads from the sky, they sulk in corners and hope their flesh turns to dust. They do everything the hard way, even when they know better, a...

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	oh man!! i think i messed up (Preview) Some of us, observing that ideals are rarely achieved, proceed to the error of considering them worthless. Such an error is greatly harmful. True North cannot be reached either, since it is an abstraction, but it is of enormous importance, as all the world's travelers can attest. --Steve Allen ...	rosie light shines	4	1137	Apr 20, 2006 by John
	April 19th A.A. Thought For The Day (Preview) Since I've been putting sobriety into my life, I've been taking out a lot of good things. I can describe it best as a kind of quiet satisfaction. I feel good. I feel right with the world, on the right side of the fence. As long as I put sobriety into my life, almost everything I take out is good. The satisfact...	soberdrunk	2	322	Apr 19, 2006 by soberdrunk
	A Big Page on Anger.... (Preview) Anger Quotes and Proverbs Doc Childre and Howard Martin, HeartMath Solution Physiologically, it simply doesn't matter whether your anger is justified or not. The body doesn't make moral judgements about feelings; it just responds. Doc Childre and Howard Martin, HeartMath Solution Re...	Phil	0	324	Apr 19, 2006 by Phil
	Not so good day, Better Tomorrow (Preview) -- Edited by Toni Baloney at 22:32, 2006-07-20	Toni Baloney	7	454	Apr 19, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Thye Problem/The Solution... (Preview) If anyone is interested read this. The first part just about sums up alot about how I have operating all my life. Quite a shock. Maybe some of you can relate THE PROBLEM Many of us felt inadequate, unworthy, alone, and afraid. Our insides never matched what we saw on the outsides of others. Earl...	Niall	1	338	Apr 19, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	5th Meeting (Preview) Hi everyone. I ent really got much to say at the moment. I didnt know if i was gona go to meeting tonight, infact i probably wouldnt have.. But this morning at t-braek my mobile rang, made me jump,.. it was Alan, asking how i was and if i was going to meeting tonight.. i said "err.. yeah..m...	Rob	12	387	Apr 19, 2006 by Doll
	April 19 (Preview) BROTHERS IN OUR DEFECTS We recovered alcoholics are not so much brothers in virtue as we are brothers in our defects, and in our common strivings to overcome them. AS BILL SEES IT, p. 167 The identification that one alcoholic has with another is mysterious, spiritual--almost incomprehensible. But...	Doll	0	286	Apr 19, 2006 by Doll
	Fear (Preview) Fear is the absence of faith. —Paul Tillich We all experience fear. Sometimes we fear small things that only seem large at the time, like a test in school or meeting a new boss or going to the dentist. Sometimes we fear big things like serious illness or death or that someone w...	Phil	0	295	Apr 19, 2006 by Phil
	Experiencing Technical Difficulties (Preview) I was just thinking how easy it would be to fix my brain if it was like a computer. Just a few simple steps and I would have a fully functioning brain! Back to reality..... I have done a whole lot of damage to my thinker. I remember in rehab they taught us about how the brain works when it comes to pleasure...	soberdrunk	7	408	Apr 19, 2006 by paul
	Have a good night...and welcome back eh? (Preview) We know it hasnt been easy. We know there are times when its tough. We know that things arent always fair, but that doesnt mean, it should be this rough. The journey should be a lot smoother, and life should play by the rules. Time passes too quickly, in everything, except, when it heals our wounds...	Phil	3	358	Apr 18, 2006 by soberdrunk
	?????????? (Preview) I have a question for those of you on this board. I was at my IOP class today and I was talking about the percentage of alcoholics/addicts that actually stay sober after being exposed to the 12 step programs. I was under the impression that it's somewhere around 5% or one in every 20, however ya look at i...	soberdrunk	6	518	Apr 18, 2006 by amanda2u2
	passed my first test (Preview) Yesterday I posted how drinking buddies diappear real fast. Well, my neighboor/ best friend/ best drinking bud ended up calling me yesterday around 8ish. She told me that she hadn't called me for the past 5 days because she was on a bender and knew I was trying to quit... and that she was dr...	Candace	15	414	Apr 18, 2006 by soberdrunk
	8th day (Preview) I've made it -- ONE WHOLE WEEK! and starting on my 8th day. The first couple of days were rough.. now I wake up and see things in a whole new light. I feel a whole lot better, and realize that it's worth it to keep sober. Like for example, yesterday on Easter -- I would of been hung o...	Candace	5	379	Apr 18, 2006 by Phil
	no wonder i had such a hard time being ME (Preview) *If one is a greyhound, why try to look like a Pekingese?.......Edith Sitwell* Children accept more variety among their pets than among one another. A child, who is out of the ordinary---strinkingly tall or short, freckled, large-nosed, big-eared, eyeglassed--may be teased mercilessly duri...	rosie light shines	3	321	Apr 18, 2006 by amanda2u2
	Where did everybody Go? (Preview) Hi, Checked in twice yesterday, only one Post, then Today, I have checked in twice, and only 2 Postings. Feels like everyone has gone on vacation??? Oh, well, I guess I'll go mind my own business, and cook dinner, and check in tomorrow. This is the quietest I have ever seen the Board. G...	Toni Baloney	0	386	Apr 17, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Conflict.... (Preview) While conflict in marriage is inevitable, fighting is optional. The secret is in how you approach and handle the conflict. It can make the difference between a really great relationship and a breakup looking for a place to happen. With that notion in mind, let's take a look at five styles of han...	Phil	0	346	Apr 17, 2006 by Phil
	my partners depression (Preview) I feel that Helen is depressed as a result of me getting into uni, because it puts off her plans for the next 3 years, and I am not sure how to deal with it, I have put Helen and other people before me, for the vast majority of my life and now I am taking action to better myself and I do not feel it is selfish to want...	Robert	10	601	Apr 17, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Daily Reflections April 17 (Preview) LOVE AND FEAR AS OPPOSITES All these failings generate fear, a soul-sickness in its own right. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 49 "Fear knocked at the door; faith answered; no one was there." I don't know to whom this quote should be attributed, but it certainly indicates clearly that fear is a...	Doll	0	312	Apr 17, 2006 by Doll
	Easy Does It.... (Preview) The great mind knows the power of gentleness. — Robert Browning We have learned to become gentle with ourselves & other people. The slogan “Easy Does It” works in all situations. We created confusion in our lives when we lost our light touch & our softspoken word. We were li...	Phil	0	392	Apr 16, 2006 by Phil
	Luck? (Preview) I've heard people describe events in their lives as being lucky. When I look back I don't see to much of any kinda luck. I really believe that God has been involved in my life even when I didn't believe in a god. I think that all the hell I've been through has happened in order to get me to believe in something...	soberdrunk	2	371	Apr 16, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	BIG TROUBLE! (Preview) Hiya. I feel a bit deflated. I spoke to my sponcer about my anxiety of work. "do not worry, we will work the steps, and by the time you go back to work all will be well" were his words. (The fact is I am on antidepressants and the main reason for my continued depression is my job. I had a real rough ordeal and it h...	Robert	13	569	Apr 16, 2006 by Robert
	Daily Reflections April 16 (Preview) ANGER: A "DUBIOUS LUXURY" If we were to live, we had to be free of anger. The grouch and the brainstorm were not for us. They may be the dubious luxury of the normal men, but for alcoholics these things are poison. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 66 "Dubious luxury." How often have I remembered those words. It'...	Doll	1	335	Apr 16, 2006 by rosie light shines
	3rd Step Prayer - My Version (Preview) God, I offer myself to You -- to build with me and to do with me as You will . Relieve me of the bondage of self, that I may better do Your will. Take away my difficulties, that victory over them may bear witness to those I would help of Your Power, Your Love,...	Doll	1	323	Apr 16, 2006 by rosie light shines
	6th day - almost 1 week (Preview) Well, I managed to make it through last night. The funniest thing about it was that I was real emotional and crying (but a good cry it was). My partner walked in the door from fishing and was like "what's wrong" -- I'm was like "nothing, I'm great - I haven't been better" with a big smile on my f...	Candace	8	364	Apr 16, 2006 by Cabbageheadchris
	Hey Mistermook how are you this weekend? (Preview) Im not really in the mood to post tonight.. But i wanted to ask how you are doing this weekend Rob? Rob(3)	Rob	6	383	Apr 16, 2006 by amanda2u2
	Roadblocks (Preview) Are you meeting roadblocks to recovery? A disorder means out of order, not the way things should be. Are we convinced that addictive behavior is counter to the way we are intended to function? Or do we harbor, somewhere in the back of our minds, the idea that we'll never change our habits? ...	Rick	1	335	Apr 16, 2006 by Rick
	Happy Easter (Preview) *I hope I shall follow firmness of virtue enough to maintain that I consider the most enviable of all titles --the character of an honest man. --George Washington* Happiness in recovery and in society depends on our honesty. We create pain for others, and ourselves, when we are dishonest...	Rick	0	294	Apr 16, 2006 by Rick
	Happy! (Preview) Happy day! This 12 step thing we do, is so incredible! I, for one am grateful for your messages full of inspiration, hope and Love. paul "Sense shines with a double luster when it is set in humility. An able and yet humble man is a jewel worth a kingdom." — William Pe...	paul	1	311	Apr 16, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Have a good night...from Ontario Canada eh? (Preview) The First Step on the Road to Recovery is Always the Most Important One The first few steps you take on any journey won't get you where you want to go. But without those first steps and the many more that follow, you wouldn't where you are, looking towards the future and wondering what it would really...	Phil	1	338	Apr 16, 2006 by Phil
	Daily Reflections April 15 (Preview) THE BONDAGE OF RESENTMENTS . . . harboring resentment is infinitely grave. For then we shut ourselves off from the sunlight of the spirit. AS BILL SEES IT, p. 5 It has been said, "Anger is a luxury I cannot afford." Does this suggest I ignore this human emotion? I believe not. Before I learned of the A.A. p...	Doll	2	731	Apr 15, 2006 by Candace
	GLAD tobe back (Preview) Hello All, It's good to be back. THANK YOU for all the responses to Im back & in pain. Sites & suggestions were GREAT. TY TY TY . As for MEDS, its not the " We aren't to do drugs " thing that bothers me. I used to take tons of prescriptions and really got hooked. Dont wa...	kathy570	4	337	Apr 15, 2006 by texas mike
	Happy Passover (Preview) *Happy Passover to all those who celebrate Passover.* *Happy celebration of the Day of Jesus' Resurrection to those who joyously celebrate that.* *Happy spring to all.* *amanda*	amanda2u2	3	347	Apr 15, 2006 by texas mike
	Happy Easter (Preview)	Robert	5	338	Apr 15, 2006 by Wren
	Patterns.... (Preview) Courage is the price that life exacts for granting peace. Amelia Earhart When we feel angry, lonely, worried, or sad we can ask ourselves, “Is there a pattern here?” That simple question can help us take a giant step forward in recovery. When we feel these thing...	Phil	2	354	Apr 15, 2006 by Wren
	A Canadian wabbit.... (Preview) A woman opened her refrigerator and found a large white rabbit asleep inside. "Why are you in my refrigerator?" she asked. The rabbit replied, "This is a Westinghouse, isn't it?"	Phil	1	309	Apr 15, 2006 by Doll
	Movie---Drunks (Preview) Anyone seen this? I think I saw a thread about this a while back and I decided to rent it and watched it today after my employer sent me home from work because I am still sick. I thought it was pretty true to life of AA.... It made me think about the dangers and consequences of relapse for sure...b...	iffer	12	458	Apr 15, 2006 by iffer
	Newbie (Preview) Hi everyone, I have been sober for 5 days now. The last time I was drunk, I went on a binge for 4 days with my common-law partner. I am taking it day by day... and thought this would be a good place to start for support, understanding and encouragement. I thought today was saturday and was...	Candace	13	471	Apr 15, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Not yet sober?? read this helpful info. (Preview) Hi all, hope you are all well. Found this today, hope someone who reads it finds a help. What else can I do right now? It is dangerous to stop drinking instantly if you are physically dependent on alcohol. The brain is depressed by alcohol and...	Cabbageheadchris	13	571	Apr 15, 2006 by Doll
	called someone (Preview) Well, I called DART to find out our local AA hotline number -- guess there's not one here. But, they connected me to Women Sobriety. I spoke to a woman named Mary who has quit for 4 years. Made me feel a whole lot better. She suggested that I should go into rehab -- but rehab isn't...	Candace	5	524	Apr 15, 2006 by Doll
	A Message For Young People (Preview) A Message to Young People... How to tell when drinking is becoming a problem ALCOHOLISMAlcoholism is a rough word to deal with. Yet nobody is too young (or too old) to have trouble with booze. That's because alcoholism is an illness. It can hit anyone. Young, old. Rich, poor. Black, white. An...	Robert	1	319	Apr 15, 2006 by kathy570
	Just keeping it all simple.... (Preview) Acceptance means that you Can find the serenity within To let go of the past With it's mistakes and regrets Move into the future With a new perspective And appreciate the opportunity To take a second chance Acceptance means you'll find Security again When difficult times come...	Phil	2	375	Apr 15, 2006 by Phil
	Are you sensitive to words? (Preview) *So many gifted people,* *now walk upon earth.* *Some feel the words,* *from all the hurts in their life.* *Others go further and feel the intend* *from the words being given.* *Jeannie*	jeannie	1	329	Apr 15, 2006 by Phil
	full Serenity Prayer (Preview) The Serenity Prayer *    By* God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change Courage to change th...	amanda2u2	0	329	Apr 15, 2006 by amanda2u2
	2nd attempt to be funny (Preview) ouch caught in the act nice comb over Always wear a helmet Thats better! Finding Nemo Giz a kiss Thats it.	Robert	5	489	Apr 15, 2006 by Robert
	binge-drinking (Preview) hi all, new here and just wondering if any of u got some advice for a girlfriend of a binge-drinker..? says he´ll go for a couple of pints and won´t be back late..7 hours later he´s still in the pub.. any comments will be appreciated..thanks	shiva	7	374	Apr 15, 2006 by shiva
	Desiderata (Preview) Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant, they too have their story. Avoid loud...	Phil	4	431	Apr 15, 2006 by paul
	did any of you go through this??? (Preview) did any of you go through this???? Hi, since i got into recovery 26 months ago, deciding to , for the FIRST time, FACE my pain instead of running away via alcohol, drugs, other addictions but to FACE it, i never felt so bad in my LIFE the emotions part i expected, but not the PHYSICAL part.... my bo...	rosie light shines	5	422	Apr 14, 2006 by paul
	I drank today. But I went to a NEW meeting and I liked it! (Preview) Ok... so i will start this post/thread off by saying i have been drinking today.. Well what im gona do is paste what i put in an email to someone here.. to say about my night.. I'm quite excited.. I have been drinking today.., quite abit.. but not drank for about .. well j...	Rob	19	521	Apr 14, 2006 by paul
	Sausages (Preview) Oh yes! having a big breakfast this eve! I cook the sausages in the oven for 30 mins GM 6 then slap the beans over the top and cook for a further 5 mins, in the mean time slice some fresh bread and thickly butter it, and dry fry some smoked bacon and button mushrooms, and oven bake the hash browns, a meal fit f...	Robert	4	366	Apr 14, 2006 by amanda2u2
	Do I pity myself ? (Preview) *There the penitents took off their shoes And walked barefoot the remaining mile. --Robert Lowell* Some people have to have pain. If dirt doesn't fall on their heads from the sky, they sulk in corners and hope their flesh turns to dust. They do everything the hard way, even when they know better, a...	Rick	2	398	Apr 14, 2006 by Wren
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