Alcoholics Anonymous

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

Hi Phil, Just want you to know how much I have been missing your Posts, and your presence here. A break, or a breather is healthy, but just wanted to say I feel most of us are really missing you a WHOLE BUNCH! A Big Hug, and look forward to your return, whenever that time comes. Just hope you have not...

jeannie · jeannie

Explaining Forgiveness? "I want to have some peace but I am not sure how to reach it. Can you forgive someone and still not accept what they did, still be upset with their actions, and choose to limit their involvement in your life? Or does forgiveness mean unconditional love, understanding and tryin...

carmie · carmie

Has anyone seen Phil in a couple of days???

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

from the book, "The 12 Steps for Adult Children" Step 12 - Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these Steps, we tried to carry this message to others, and to practice these principles in all our affairs" p. 154 "We can prepare for Step 12 by ensuring that our Higher Power has been a part...

carmie · carmie

I got a phone call from sponsee this morning , she confessed to me she got drunk. After working off some frustration (by exercisng), and calling sponsor and talking to her about it, I am feeling sort of numb. I was curious, what are some approaches that you all use with...

jersey · jersey

The Five Stages Of Drunkenness And Sobering Up Drinking * Stage 1 - Clever: This is when you suddenly become an expert on every subject in the known universe. You know you know everything and you want to pass on your knowledge to anyone who will listen. At this stage you are always rig...

Robert · Robert

Hi there, heads feeling a little clearer now. been to work today, seems ok, managers are as useless as ever but not too bothered! trying desperatly to save money as that is my latest addiction! how are you guys?

Rob · Rob

Deleted post.. cost it makes me sound pathetic.. -- Edited by Rob at 13:43, 2006-05-10

kspear · kspear

Good morning all. I just wanted to share something that has become a paramount part of my recovery. It actually started when going through a Big Book study with a group I used to belong to in my old home town. As we were reading through the chapter "Working With Others", we stumbled acros...

Wren · Wren

Control Do you have control issues? Personality control is the biggest issue everyone must face in the spiritual journey. Because this is not understood nor often enough addressed, the spiritual journey for many is a disguised ego trip. We think we can control everything we experience – with b...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

Good Afternoon to all, For some reason today, my old Sponsor, from many years ago, has been on my mind today, she was a very wise woman. She had about 20 Degrees from Stanford University, in the Field of Pychology, and way beyond that she had one of the Stongest Spiritual Programs of any that I have se...

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

Lord, make me a channel of thy peace--that where there is hatred, I may bring love--that where there is wrong, I may bring the spirit of forgiveness--that where there is discord, I may bring harmony--that where there is error, I may bring truth--that where there is doubt, I may bring faith--that wher...

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

from 'As Bill Sees It', p. 78 During the day, we can pause where situations must be met and decisions made, and renew the simple request 'Thy will, not mine, be done.' If at these points our emotional disturbance happens to be great, we will more surely keep our balance provided we remember, and rep...

Robert · Robert

OK. please give me your perception on the turning over to god biz because I have probs with this bit , I have always looked after myself and look where that got me, I know I need to and want to hand over on each day., problem is how do I surrender? how how how? am I dumb or what? I dont get it.

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

Along with everyone else's, I'm really interested in the recipes for the salads and stuff that Robert make,,, and I hope that some will be in the cookbook. eh, guys? One of my 'hobbies' is trying various recipes from different ethnic groups. What do the English eat? and the Canadians? the Calif...

flumpy · flumpy

Hi Everyone, How you all been?. Well last time I was here I was sitting on my 'Pitty pot' a little, and hey guess what......? I'm back on it again, I have had a drink every night this last week, but not got drunk...just had at most 4 drinks. I lost my baby on April 30th, not through me doing anythin...

Robert · Robert

hi there, just got out of bed, was very tired, was my first day back today, re the stuff that happened last night, I am disserpointed in my sponcer, was as if he was tutting at me, tut tut tut well well, and then I quote "instead of turning to god you turned to drugs" Not quite sure how i feel apart from , when...

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

"If we are asked for information or spiritual guidance, we should be sure that we have it before we try to give it away. We shouldn't assume that just because we are clean and sober anything we suggest is correct. There is nothing degrading about saying, "I don't know," or suggesting a more appropriate...

Doll · Doll

I read the post by Robert that he took some pills and it made me think about where I am today and I wanted to share. I am Not pointing fingers at anyone, nor am I judging or taking inventory. Just sharing what it's like for ME AND HOW I FEEL TODAY. Before sobriety, I was diagnosed with d...

Wren · Wren

Why do you hasten to remove anything which hurts your eye, while if something affects your soul you postpone the cure until next year. ~ Horace Healing: Typically, when we think of healing our first thoughts turn to the physical. However health and the healing process are multi-lateral. We are all co...

aqualung · aqualung

I'm back! My New Years resolution to get sober lasted about 14 days (I think) Been getting loaded regularly since. Was about to jump out of my skin this morning. Packed up all the various booze's out to the trash and got online and found a meeting in my area. I remember reading about folk's different expe...

Doll · Doll

This will be my 2nd cervical fusion. I DID NOT take pain meds the first time, other than about 3 in a two week period. I have taken no meds thru this whole ordeal. Basically you just called me a liar! Well, screw you, buddy! FIRST BITE ME, then don't worrying about banning me, cause I quit, you self ri...

Robert · Robert

CAnt talk to my sponcer, having difficulty geting hold of him, had a slip tonight, took drugs, the thing is I feel no remorse. I just feel lost. dont know what to do. When I took the pills in the past I took one, ive just taken 4. feeling a bit loose but the day will still go ahead tomoz. Seems im alone

kspear · kspear

Good morning, all. Every once in a while I've found it's been helpful to me to look through my "toolbox" of things I've learned through the program. It gives me a bit of an inventory and reminds me what's in there for when situations arise. My sponsor at one point had me do it just as if I was...

Robert · Robert

Eat at least one bananna a day. A bananna contains nutrients that increases the feel good chemicals in the brain. Have you ever seen a monkey cry?

Wren · Wren

Law of Harmony ~Laws are the dictates of nature. When adhered to, they produce harmony. Human laws ideally ought to reflect laws of nature. When they don’t, then disharmony is created. When we think of harmony we typically think of music, as this is a clearly seen, or heard, expression of harmony...

Niall · Niall

Just to let you know that I am still here. Had a very bad weekend. Did drink but managed to stop yesterday. Met my old sponsor and went to the doctor to get something to calm my nerves. Am feeling very sick and very anxious. Thank you for your wishes and the wonderful private messages. Will touch b...

rosie light shines · rosie light shines

Hope for Today - May 8 Recently at a meeting I shared the grand plan of my life and how it has changed during my recovery in Al-Anon. In the past my plan referred to my entire life, especially the future. It was a broad view in which I became the sum total of my achievements, viewed from a God-like...

wallsal55 · wallsal55

Hi, Well...... My spouse was doing better the last 4 months, and I have given him the benefit of the doubt (and many times before!). This Tuesday, I thought he had been drinking, but we were at an auction of 50 people, so I didn't say anything and hoped I was wrong. ...

Rob · Rob

I made it through 4 days.. I have thought about drink a few times today.. Not to the point that iv had to battle with myself. Just thought of it a few times.. Had big salad again though spent more time laying it out and it was abit bigger tonight.. And now, two hours later im eathing cheese...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

I just wanted to talk about my relationship with my mother. I remember being a teenager when I discovered alcohol. At the time this was the greatest thing I could possibly imagine. I had finally found something to make me feel good and make bad situations endurable. My family life was horrible and I use...

maypole · maypole

Hey...has anyone heard of this place for recovery? Looking for some feedback about the program and Sharon Blackshire to educate myself. Thank you for the help. peace, maypole

wagon · wagon

a wonderful day here today.sitting out on my patio and having coffee this am, sun shinning on my face. what a wonderful day to be alive. i know what it was on a sunday morning before i gotten sober, trying to figure out where my booze was going to come from for yet another day. i love my NEW life, have a...

Phil · Phil

Registered with New York United States..52,050 groups......members 1,068,516 Canada...........6,214 groups.........members 110,449 Correctional....2,027 groups..........members 65,843 Internationalists and Lone members 316 members Outside US and Canad...

Rob · Rob

Had a good day today. Cleared some old stuff out of room, took stuff to dump.. Got new unit in my room - more storage space. Made a really nice salad for dinner:Cucumber, tomato, iceberg lettuce, radish, spring onion, grated raw carrot, grated cheese, sweetcorn, sliced mushroom, s...

Rob · Rob

I am really tired today. I didnt go straight off fishing this morning cos the weather was abit iffy. Dad was going to the dump with an old cupboard so i went to help him.. This was cool cos normaly i would be too drunk or hungover or both at 8 something in the morning to be able to do bugger...

Robert · Robert

Have been off for a while with an on going back complaint, the last time I had more than a week off sick was well over a year ago, work were extremly nasty and rude to me, when i returned and I ended up having to get the union involved. I am back tomorrow and nervous that they may be nasty again. the procedu...

Cabbageheadchris · Cabbageheadchris

Good morning / afternoon / evening all. Today is day 1 for me off the pills that my doctor gave me for the panic attacks (Librium). It's 19:09 here and I feel ok, really full of life after being drugged for the last week. Done loads of useful stuff in the garden......... Never try to cut down a 20 ft Holl...

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

niall? How are you? you've been in my prayers. love in recovery, amanda

Rob · Rob

Went to a meeting, the one i went to before in marlow but this time i was sober. It was so hard making myself do that.. i almost didnt go so many times.. i drove past it.. then stopped outside in the street then i parked in the actual carpark and sat there.. then i went in.. Glad i went.. but so m...

Phil · Phil

Each Day a New Beginning. I stand before you as a tower of strength, the weight of the world on my shoulders. As you pass through my life, look, but not too close, for I fear I will expose the vulnerable me. --Deidra Sarault Vulnerability is as much a part of being human as is strength. Our v...

carmie · carmie

Is anyone inhere aware of this??? http://www.aabacktobasics.org/ has anoyne used it in there group??? How did it work out??

jeannie · jeannie

Laughter Heals Children laugh 400 times per day and adults laugh only 15 times per day. Research has found that laughing definitely provides health benefits: Lower blood pressure Relieves tension Boosts immune function by reducing the stress hormone, cortisol, which can weak...

december · december

In regards to: "Info; Message Boards and Service Work," I went to the chat room and it said the certificate is not trustworthy....what's up?

Wren · Wren

May 5, 2006 Fluid Like A River Living Like Water The journey of water as it flows upon the earth can be a mirror of our own paths through life. Water begins its residence on earth as it falls from the sky or melts from ice and streams down a mountain into a tributary or stream. In the same way, we come...

Phil · Phil

The Language of Letting Go. Control Many of us have been trying to keep the whole world in orbit with sheer and forceful application of mental energy. What happens if we let go, if we stop trying to keep the world orbiting and just let it whirl? It'll keep right on whirling. It'll stay right on tr...

Rob · Rob

Iv been on orange juice and flavoured water tonight.. After 25 days of drinking i have my first night sober (100%).

Rob · Rob

Well believe it or not.. Tonight i bought half the amount of drink i had last night.. and drank that only.. I did this for two reason.. one OBVIOUSLY the URGE.. Secondly cos im worried about the withdrawls.. I gota go back to work tomorrow and sort stuff out with garage and im worri...

kspear · kspear

Hello all, (This was posted to another board as well, just a head's up for those who don't want to read it twice) I love this program for so many reasons, today because I can come and share something difficult and know that somewhere in the rooms, someone has gone through something similar and can shar...

Phil · Phil

Key that Unlocks the Door to Happiness By BuddyT It seems almost too simple to be true, but acceptance -- accepting things exactly as they are -- can be the key that unlocks the door to happiness. It's from Page 449 of Alcoholics Anonymous And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Whe...

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	To: Phil (Preview) Hi Phil, Just want you to know how much I have been missing your Posts, and your presence here. A break, or a breather is healthy, but just wanted to say I feel most of us are really missing you a WHOLE BUNCH! A Big Hug, and look forward to your return, whenever that time comes. Just hope you have not...	Toni Baloney	3	409	May 10, 2006 by jeannie
	FORGIVENESS? (Preview) Explaining Forgiveness? "I want to have some peace but I am not sure how to reach it. Can you forgive someone and still not accept what they did, still be upset with their actions, and choose to limit their involvement in your life? Or does forgiveness mean unconditional love, understanding and tryin...	jeannie	4	345	May 10, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	wherez phil??? (Preview) Has anyone seen Phil in a couple of days???	carmie	2	305	May 10, 2006 by iffer
	from Step 12 - ACoA & How it Works (Preview) from the book, "The 12 Steps for Adult Children" Step 12 - Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these Steps, we tried to carry this message to others, and to practice these principles in all our affairs" p. 154 "We can prepare for Step 12 by ensuring that our Higher Power has been a part...	amanda2u2	0	350	May 10, 2006 by amanda2u2
	my sponsee got drunk (Preview) I got a phone call from sponsee this morning , she confessed to me she got drunk. After working off some frustration (by exercisng), and calling sponsor and talking to her about it, I am feeling sort of numb. I was curious, what are some approaches that you all use with...	carmie	4	1128	May 10, 2006 by carmie
	the good ol' days ...lol (Preview) The Five Stages Of Drunkenness And Sobering Up Drinking * Stage 1 - Clever: This is when you suddenly become an expert on every subject in the known universe. You know you know everything and you want to pass on your knowledge to anyone who will listen. At this stage you are always rig...	jersey	0	288	May 10, 2006 by jersey
	Clear Head (Preview) Hi there, heads feeling a little clearer now. been to work today, seems ok, managers are as useless as ever but not too bothered! trying desperatly to save money as that is my latest addiction! how are you guys?	Robert	4	290	May 10, 2006 by Robert
	A REALLY BAD DAY. (Preview) Deleted post.. cost it makes me sound pathetic.. -- Edited by Rob at 13:43, 2006-05-10	Rob	8	424	May 10, 2006 by Cabbageheadchris
	What can I bring? (Preview) Good morning all. I just wanted to share something that has become a paramount part of my recovery. It actually started when going through a Big Book study with a group I used to belong to in my old home town. As we were reading through the chapter "Working With Others", we stumbled acros...	kspear	4	323	May 10, 2006 by wandajf
	Soul Perspective on Control (Preview) Control Do you have control issues? Personality control is the biggest issue everyone must face in the spiritual journey. Because this is not understood nor often enough addressed, the spiritual journey for many is a disguised ego trip. We think we can control everything we experience – with b...	Wren	3	396	May 10, 2006 by Wren
	What Others Think of Us - - - (Preview) Good Afternoon to all, For some reason today, my old Sponsor, from many years ago, has been on my mind today, she was a very wise woman. She had about 20 Degrees from Stanford University, in the Field of Pychology, and way beyond that she had one of the Stongest Spiritual Programs of any that I have se...	Toni Baloney	6	406	May 10, 2006 by Goldenowl
	Step 11 prayer (Preview) Lord, make me a channel of thy peace--that where there is hatred, I may bring love--that where there is wrong, I may bring the spirit of forgiveness--that where there is discord, I may bring harmony--that where there is error, I may bring truth--that where there is doubt, I may bring faith--that wher...	amanda2u2	0	3946	May 10, 2006 by amanda2u2
	Clearing a Channel (Preview) from 'As Bill Sees It', p. 78 During the day, we can pause where situations must be met and decisions made, and renew the simple request 'Thy will, not mine, be done.' If at these points our emotional disturbance happens to be great, we will more surely keep our balance provided we remember, and rep...	amanda2u2	1	380	May 10, 2006 by paul
	TURN IT OVER (Preview) OK. please give me your perception on the turning over to god biz because I have probs with this bit , I have always looked after myself and look where that got me, I know I need to and want to hand over on each day., problem is how do I surrender? how how how? am I dumb or what? I dont get it.	Robert	2	327	May 9, 2006 by iffer
	recipes from Rob & Robert? (Preview) Along with everyone else's, I'm really interested in the recipes for the salads and stuff that Robert make,,, and I hope that some will be in the cookbook. eh, guys? One of my 'hobbies' is trying various recipes from different ethnic groups. What do the English eat? and the Canadians? the Calif...	amanda2u2	10	566	May 9, 2006 by Rob
	Hi all, I came back again (Preview) Hi Everyone, How you all been?. Well last time I was here I was sitting on my 'Pitty pot' a little, and hey guess what......? I'm back on it again, I have had a drink every night this last week, but not got drunk...just had at most 4 drinks. I lost my baby on April 30th, not through me doing anythin...	flumpy	9	419	May 9, 2006 by Cabbageheadchris
	evening all (Preview) hi there, just got out of bed, was very tired, was my first day back today, re the stuff that happened last night, I am disserpointed in my sponcer, was as if he was tutting at me, tut tut tut well well, and then I quote "instead of turning to god you turned to drugs" Not quite sure how i feel apart from , when...	Robert	10	320	May 9, 2006 by Cabbageheadchris
	Day by Day - May 9 (Preview) "If we are asked for information or spiritual guidance, we should be sure that we have it before we try to give it away. We shouldn't assume that just because we are clean and sober anything we suggest is correct. There is nothing degrading about saying, "I don't know," or suggesting a more appropriate...	amanda2u2	0	398	May 9, 2006 by amanda2u2
	Just sharing a bit (Preview) I read the post by Robert that he took some pills and it made me think about where I am today and I wanted to share. I am Not pointing fingers at anyone, nor am I judging or taking inventory. Just sharing what it's like for ME AND HOW I FEEL TODAY. Before sobriety, I was diagnosed with d...	Doll	10	485	May 9, 2006 by zoomie
	Daily Power Words (Preview) Why do you hasten to remove anything which hurts your eye, while if something affects your soul you postpone the cure until next year. ~ Horace Healing: Typically, when we think of healing our first thoughts turn to the physical. However health and the healing process are multi-lateral. We are all co...	Wren	4	426	May 8, 2006 by cindy
	Went to my first AA meeting today (Preview) I'm back! My New Years resolution to get sober lasted about 14 days (I think) Been getting loaded regularly since. Was about to jump out of my skin this morning. Packed up all the various booze's out to the trash and got online and found a meeting in my area. I remember reading about folk's different expe...	aqualung	11	508	May 8, 2006 by soberdrunk
	JOHN! (Preview) This will be my 2nd cervical fusion. I DID NOT take pain meds the first time, other than about 3 in a two week period. I have taken no meds thru this whole ordeal. Basically you just called me a liar! Well, screw you, buddy! FIRST BITE ME, then don't worrying about banning me, cause I quit, you self ri...	Doll	0	296	May 8, 2006 by Doll
	Slip (Preview) CAnt talk to my sponcer, having difficulty geting hold of him, had a slip tonight, took drugs, the thing is I feel no remorse. I just feel lost. dont know what to do. When I took the pills in the past I took one, ive just taken 4. feeling a bit loose but the day will still go ahead tomoz. Seems im alone	Robert	13	389	May 8, 2006 by carmie
	What tools are in your toolbox today? (Preview) Good morning, all. Every once in a while I've found it's been helpful to me to look through my "toolbox" of things I've learned through the program. It gives me a bit of an inventory and reminds me what's in there for when situations arise. My sponsor at one point had me do it just as if I was...	kspear	2	380	May 8, 2006 by carmie
	Tip of the day (Preview) Eat at least one bananna a day. A bananna contains nutrients that increases the feel good chemicals in the brain. Have you ever seen a monkey cry?	Robert	4	340	May 8, 2006 by Robert
	Law of Harmony-soul perspectives (Preview) Law of Harmony ~Laws are the dictates of nature. When adhered to, they produce harmony. Human laws ideally ought to reflect laws of nature. When they don’t, then disharmony is created. When we think of harmony we typically think of music, as this is a clearly seen, or heard, expression of harmony...	Wren	1	315	May 8, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Hello all (Preview) Just to let you know that I am still here. Had a very bad weekend. Did drink but managed to stop yesterday. Met my old sponsor and went to the doctor to get something to calm my nerves. Am feeling very sick and very anxious. Thank you for your wishes and the wonderful private messages. Will touch b...	Niall	4	295	May 8, 2006 by Wren
	SOME day even i will run out of addictions (Preview) Hope for Today - May 8 Recently at a meeting I shared the grand plan of my life and how it has changed during my recovery in Al-Anon. In the past my plan referred to my entire life, especially the future. It was a broad view in which I became the sum total of my achievements, viewed from a God-like...	rosie light shines	0	288	May 8, 2006 by rosie light shines
	Phil, anyone, Need Perspective or HELP! (Preview) Hi, Well...... My spouse was doing better the last 4 months, and I have given him the benefit of the doubt (and many times before!). This Tuesday, I thought he had been drinking, but we were at an auction of 50 people, so I didn't say anything and hoped I was wrong. ...	wallsal55	3	404	May 8, 2006 by wallsal55
	4 Days (Preview) I made it through 4 days.. I have thought about drink a few times today.. Not to the point that iv had to battle with myself. Just thought of it a few times.. Had big salad again though spent more time laying it out and it was abit bigger tonight.. And now, two hours later im eathing cheese...	Rob	11	359	May 7, 2006 by soberdrunk
	A Miracle In My Life (Preview) I just wanted to talk about my relationship with my mother. I remember being a teenager when I discovered alcohol. At the time this was the greatest thing I could possibly imagine. I had finally found something to make me feel good and make bad situations endurable. My family life was horrible and I use...	soberdrunk	4	337	May 7, 2006 by iffer
	Life Matters in Palm Beach Gardens, FL??? (Preview) Hey...has anyone heard of this place for recovery? Looking for some feedback about the program and Sharon Blackshire to educate myself. Thank you for the help. peace, maypole	maypole	1	451	May 7, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	thinking back (Preview) a wonderful day here today.sitting out on my patio and having coffee this am, sun shinning on my face. what a wonderful day to be alive. i know what it was on a sunday morning before i gotten sober, trying to figure out where my booze was going to come from for yet another day. i love my NEW life, have a...	wagon	2	294	May 7, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Updated Numbers Toni.. (Preview) Registered with New York United States..52,050 groups......members 1,068,516 Canada...........6,214 groups.........members 110,449 Correctional....2,027 groups..........members 65,843 Internationalists and Lone members 316 members Outside US and Canad...	Phil	2	379	May 7, 2006 by Rob
	3 Days sober now (Preview) Had a good day today. Cleared some old stuff out of room, took stuff to dump.. Got new unit in my room - more storage space. Made a really nice salad for dinner:Cucumber, tomato, iceberg lettuce, radish, spring onion, grated raw carrot, grated cheese, sweetcorn, sliced mushroom, s...	Rob	11	379	May 7, 2006 by iffer
	Soo tired today. (Preview) I am really tired today. I didnt go straight off fishing this morning cos the weather was abit iffy. Dad was going to the dump with an old cupboard so i went to help him.. This was cool cos normaly i would be too drunk or hungover or both at 8 something in the morning to be able to do bugger...	Rob	11	373	May 7, 2006 by cooncatbob
	Anxious but better than last time (Preview) Have been off for a while with an on going back complaint, the last time I had more than a week off sick was well over a year ago, work were extremly nasty and rude to me, when i returned and I ended up having to get the union involved. I am back tomorrow and nervous that they may be nasty again. the procedu...	Robert	1	434	May 7, 2006 by Rob
	Hi All (Preview) Good morning / afternoon / evening all. Today is day 1 for me off the pills that my doctor gave me for the panic attacks (Librium). It's 19:09 here and I feel ok, really full of life after being drugged for the last week. Done loads of useful stuff in the garden......... Never try to cut down a 20 ft Holl...	Cabbageheadchris	14	474	May 7, 2006 by Rob
	niall? how r u? (Preview) *niall? How are you? you've been in my prayers.* *love in recovery,* *amanda*	amanda2u2	0	406	May 7, 2006 by amanda2u2
	2 Days (Preview) Went to a meeting, the one i went to before in marlow but this time i was sober. It was so hard making myself do that.. i almost didnt go so many times.. i drove past it.. then stopped outside in the street then i parked in the actual carpark and sat there.. then i went in.. Glad i went.. but so m...	Rob	12	397	May 6, 2006 by Robert
	Saturday (Preview) *Each Day a New Beginning. I stand before you as a tower of strength, the weight of the world on my shoulders. As you pass through my life, look, but not too close, for I fear I will expose the vulnerable me. --Deidra Sarault* Vulnerability is as much a part of being human as is strength. Our v...	Phil	1	341	May 6, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Back to Basics (Preview) Is anyone inhere aware of this??? http://www.aabacktobasics.org/ has anoyne used it in there group??? How did it work out??	carmie	2	431	May 6, 2006 by soberdrunk
	DID YOU KNOW (Preview) *Laughter Heals* *Children laugh 400 times per day and adults laugh only 15 times per day. Research has found that laughing definitely provides health benefits:* *Lower blood pressure* *Relieves tension* *Boosts immune function by reducing the stress hormone, cortisol, which can weak...*	jeannie	2	351	May 6, 2006 by soberdrunk
	AA Chat (Preview) In regards to: "Info; Message Boards and Service Work," I went to the chat room and it said the certificate is not trustworthy....what's up?	december	1	354	May 6, 2006 by Phil
	OM- Living like Water (Preview) May 5, 2006 Fluid Like A River Living Like Water The journey of water as it flows upon the earth can be a mirror of our own paths through life. Water begins its residence on earth as it falls from the sky or melts from ice and streams down a mountain into a tributary or stream. In the same way, we come...	Wren	2	419	May 6, 2006 by Phil
	Hope you all have a good night... (Preview) *The Language of Letting Go. Control* Many of us have been trying to keep the whole world in orbit with sheer and forceful application of mental energy. What happens if we let go, if we stop trying to keep the world orbiting and just let it whirl? It'll keep right on whirling. It'll stay right on tr...	Phil	0	376	May 5, 2006 by Phil
	One day after 25 (Preview) Iv been on orange juice and flavoured water tonight.. After 25 days of drinking i have my first night sober (100%).	Rob	12	456	May 5, 2006 by Rob
	A better day... (Preview) Well believe it or not.. Tonight i bought half the amount of drink i had last night.. and drank that only.. I did this for two reason.. one OBVIOUSLY the URGE.. Secondly cos im worried about the withdrawls.. I gota go back to work tomorrow and sort stuff out with garage and im worri...	Rob	15	398	May 5, 2006 by Rob
	Sad News (Preview) Hello all, (This was posted to another board as well, just a head's up for those who don't want to read it twice) I love this program for so many reasons, today because I can come and share something difficult and know that somewhere in the rooms, someone has gone through something similar and can shar...	kspear	14	388	May 5, 2006 by jeannie
	The Key To Happiness (Preview) Key that Unlocks the Door to Happiness By BuddyT It seems almost too simple to be true, but acceptance -- accepting things exactly as they are -- can be the key that unlocks the door to happiness. It's from Page 449 of *Alcoholics Anonymous* And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Whe...	Phil	1	444	May 4, 2006 by iffer
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