Alcoholics Anonymous

kathy570 · kathy570

Thurs. Apr. 13 Hello Everyone - its been a long time since I have been on the board. U might remember me also as " Both sides of the fence ". I am in aweful pain from Fibromyalgia. I have not drank and 99 o/o of the time, I don't want to - THANK YOU GOD for your grace...

Hanuman · Hanuman

Questions and Answers on Sponsorship

Rick · Rick

Courage is fear that has said its prayers. -- Dorothy Bernard No one of us is always courageous. With trepidation we embark on many journeys. Fear is dispelled each time we rely on our inner strength and trust that our lives are in good hands. Self-talk is powerful and will prepare us...

rosie light shines · rosie light shines

THURSDAY , APRIL 13, 2006 You are reading from the book Touchstones </OA_HTML/ibeCCtpItmDspRte.jsp?item=212>. Are you willing to be sponged out, erased,/ cancelled,/made nothing?/Are you willing to be made nothing?/dipped into oblivion?/If not, you will never really change....

Phil · Phil

Hoppy Thursday... And good morning... For some strange reason...my ears are getting longer...theres white fur growing all over my body...and Ive got this obsessive craving for carrotts... Strange things happen in sobriety.... Was going to have a nap...but this big voice from above is s...

wagon · wagon

for the first months of being sober it was a struggle, i think that how fast or slow this thing works is when we except and surrender, for the last while i can feel the promises working in my life!!!!! thanks every one!!! wagon ps sorry i dont have any neat pictures like in other post.

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

Just got home from a meeting. Feel like crap. I vented. The end of We Agnostics describes one persons spiritual experience and I was a real jerk about describing how I feel about that. My mind can't comprehend an epiphany. I believe that the spiritual experience comes with alot of time and alot of hard w...

Wren · Wren

Be aware of your thinking "There is a thought in your mind right now. The longer you hold on to it, the more you dwell upon it, the more life you give to that thought. Give it enough life, and it will become real. So make sure the thought is indeed a great one." -- Ralph Marston Most o...

texas mike · texas mike

them faces were not supposed to be there on my last reply to manda.

Niall · Niall

Hi all, Need some advice on something thats worrying me. I am sober now just a short time, less than a week. I had been drinking heavily for years and towards the end developed a permanent red, blotchy face and nose, particularly either side of my nose, my cheekbones and my nose itself. Blotchy & red...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

Hi Rosie, Just wanted to say that your plans for the Holiday are pretty cool, Your own Swimming Pool (lucky ducky) Sun, lot's of it, Books, and DVD's I can't think of anyone that deserves a few warm days in the sun, like you do my dear friend. Live is Easy, Everything is Good and God is Great, h...

Robert · Robert

sorry pics didnt come out -- Edited by Robert at 11:12, 2006-04-13

Robert · Robert

Good morning everyone. feeling ok today. done my morning routine and now it is time to start the day, me thinks a sauna would be good and also a swim followed by a nap if I feel the urge.

Doll · Doll

THE FALSE COMFORT OF SELF-PITY Self-pity is one of the most unhappy and consuming defects that we know. It is a bar to all spiritual progress and can cut off all effective communication with our fellows because of its inordinate demands for attention and sympathy. It is a maudlin form of martyrdom, wh...

Robert · Robert

Ha!!!

only kidding- just seeing if I can beat Robs 164 hits !

texas mike · texas mike

Hello to all you AA family freinds and others, I am back to the board again and am here to stay. All is going well for me and can't do anything but get better from here. What I want to say is that if I would have been smart the last time and actually worked my program and turned everything over t...

rosie light shines · rosie light shines

April 12 The Big Picture "All spiritual awakenings have some things in common. Common elements include an end to loneliness and a sense of direction in our lives."Basic Text p. 48Some kinds of spiritual experiences take place when we confront something larger than we are. We suspect that force...

Robert · Robert

On awakening let us think about the twenty-four hours ahead. We consider our plans for the day. Before we begin, we ask God to direct our thinking, especially asking that it be divorced from self-pity, dishonest or self-seeking motives. Under these conditions we can employ our mental faculties wit...

paul · paul

Somewhere in the 12 step book it asks, 'why don't we just forgive them right now, one and all?' When I read this, (by Abe Lincoln,) I understood how I could. And why I should! -paul Forgiveness… Lincoln offers the following advice: “For...

Rob · Rob

Hi everyone. I just want to say that the things i said last night.. especialy the F**K OFF stuff was not directed at anyone here.. it probably looked like i was telling amanda to f**k off. but i really wasnt.. I was just so pissed off last night.. and i just wanted to say to hell with the worl...

paul · paul

"And we have ceased fighting anything or anyone--even alcohol." Pg 84 AA This has been powerful, transforming advice for me...-paul

Robert · Robert

Well today seems to be better although I am still really tired and have headaches. I wonder if its because I have stated using tablets that are suggested in 7 weeks to sobriety and I may be over doing it? in the morning it tells me to take calium and magnesium x 2 + aminos and glutomine 2 of each plus 3 multi...

Phil · Phil

A husband and wife go to a counselor after 45 years of marriage. The counselor asks them what the problem is. The wife goes into a tirade, listing every problem they have ever had in the 45 years they've been married. She goes on and on. Finally, the counselor gets up, goes around the desk, embraces the wo...

iffer · iffer

Good morning to everyone...or good afternoon, depending on where you are! I have been having trouble with this letting go of expectations. I am struggling with this daily at home and at work... Here are my thoughts. Isn't it natural to expect someone to do what they say they will? It se...

Robert · Robert

Morning Rob. Where abouts in the world do you live bud? Hope to hear from you soon, the door is always open here, this is one place that never closes. we are not fair weather friends, we are people who have been through what you must be going through, and it sounds corny but we are here for you, just li...

Robert · Robert

feeling better than I did this morning, had to sleep for a few hours today. took a warm bath then had tea. I think I am feeling a bit odd because I am having money problems. I shall try to deal with this inside the day. Rob

Noel A · Noel A

I was just listening to Warren Zevon's 'Carmalita' and the same thing goes with any addiction. It is a very hard road, if you want it to be. Sometimes though, it's easier said then done.

Rob · Rob

I feel kinda bad for lettin you guys down.. I am drinking again tonight.. Thanx for being such great friends..

Phil · Phil

Relationships: Too Easy To Leave by: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Katheryn and Mathew, both in their 50’s, have been together for two years. Both have been previously married and divorced. When they met, they fell madly in love, which lasted for a few months. Then the conflicts started. Both K...

Robert · Robert

Good morning all I am feeling a bit low today,.I feel like I have been forgotten about - I am still off work with a bad back and I am off for a a further 3 weeks. people do not ask how I am doing, becase my back is always bad, I find when people ask if your alright, they are just saying hello, not actually asking...

Rick · Rick

Hope all are well and doing Ok. Robert take care of that back. Listen to your feelings. They tell you when you need to take care of yourself, like finding a friend if you feel lonely, crying if you feel sad, singing and smiling if you feel happy, and acting frisky if you feel good. --Pat Palmer W...

Robert · Robert

Hi there, I have read things about suppliments, and I think I am the type of alcoholic that is omega 3 deficient and also the allergic type. I am interested in suppliments, in the chemistry side of things would gamma help me? what else? my sponcer thinks I should come off anti depressants as it may ha...

rosie light shines · rosie light shines

boy talk about an "awakening".....this weekend i didn't feel so good.....took too much of my GABA (changed brands and didnt' notice it was 750 mgs, instead of my 250mgs) and i felt like CRAP........ so as i rested , i did some thinking!!!! and 2 very nice souls answered my...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

I am now employed. I have been really struggling with not knowing how to make ends meet and trying to help my family instead of being a financial burden. I feel high on life. Anxiety is really bad right now because I'm so excited but it will pass. Give it a couple of weeks and I'll be complaining about how...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

Hope Springs Eternal Hope springs eternal in the human breast; Man never Is, but always To be blest: The soul, uneasy and confin'd from home, Rests and expatiates in a life to come. -Alexander Pope, An Essay on Man, Epistle I, 1733 ...

recovering jb · recovering jb

"I can see why you are disturbed to hear some A.A. speakers say, 'A.A. is a selfish program.' The word 'selfish' ordinarily implies that one is acquisitive, demanding, and thoughtless of the welfare of others. Of course, the A.A. way of life does not at all imply such undesirable traits. "What...

Wren · Wren

"Who would like this $20 bill?" Hands started going up. He said, "I am going to give this $20 to one of you but first, let me do this. He proceeded to crumple up the $20 dollar bill. He then asked, "Who still wants it?" Still the hands were up in the air. Well, he replied, "What if I do this?" ...

Phil · Phil

Step 10...CHECKING OUR INVENTORY “Learn as if you were going to live forever. Live as if you were going to die tomorrow.” ANONYMOUS In Step Four we did an inventory that had many of us digging into our past to determine what our shortcomings, wrongs & defe...

Rob · Rob

I kinda txt ALAN.. He phoned me back.. I am gona see him at meetin tomorrow.. i think ifinaly got shit of my chest!!// obv iv been drinking.. but least i said how i drink and how often. omg.. first time iv spoken to him properly... had a good chat with him.like i said. first time.. .. h...

Robert · Robert

I have stated the day according to page 86 check this link out! if you have not got a big book- you now have! I have two but they are sometimes out of reach so I click here: http://www.nokama.com/bigbook/ and in the search, type 86 fot the page number and it advises me exactly what to do. I...

Robert · Robert

Hey I wondered if you guys could help. since I come off the drink, I cant seem to motivate myself, I have a computer upstairs seperate to this that is devoted to make music on but I only manage to spend 10- 15 mins a week on it as I am struggling to motivate myself, can you reccommend a way round this? I had no pr...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

The fact is that most alcoholics, for reasons yet obscure, have lost the power of choice in drink. Our so called will power becomes practically nonexistent. We are unable, at certain times, to bring into our consciousness with sufficient force the memory of the suffering and humiliation of even a we...

Phil · Phil

A word about "slips" Most people who turn to A.A. for help achieve sobriety without too much difficulty, and continue to stay sober. Others have trouble understanding and accepting the A.A. program. All too soon, they forget what being an alcoholic means. After their physical health returns a...

amanda2u2 · amanda2u2

hey, Rob... where r ya? did ya go fishing? u ok? love in recovery, amanda

Phil · Phil

Some days are full...with living life on lifes terms...and one does not get to.. spend as much time on the board... as one wishes to... Just taking a minute to say hi to each of you...and hope all is well in your.. one day at a time...sobriety journey... Keep on...keepin on... For those of y...

rosie light shines · rosie light shines

MONDAY , APRIL 10, 2006 You are reading from the book Twenty-Four Hours a Day - Hardcover (24 Hours) </OA_HTML/ibeCCtpItmDspRte.jsp?item=1096>. A.A. Thought for the Day When I came into A.A., I came into a new world. A sober world. A world of sobriety, peace, serenity, and happiness....

flumpy · flumpy

.....AND GOODBYE, I HAVE CHOSEN TO LEAVE HERE FOR GOOD. I WANT TO THANKYOU ALL FOR YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT...BUT I HAVE TO MOVE ON. I HOPE THAT YOU CAN ALL REACH YOUR DREAMS IN WHATEVER FORM THEY MAY TAKE. WISHING YOU ALL THE BEST IN YOUR LIVES....... .....TAKE CARE. FLUMPY. P.S. AND...

Rick · Rick

--Sir Thomas Browne The most relaxing activities may be the ones in which we do absolutely nothing. And if we can do nothing amid the sounds of nature -- birds chirping, water bubbling in a brook, the wind rustling in the trees -- so much the better. During these moments, away from the noise and ch...

Robert · Robert

Good day. Well I won the grand national yesterday,.. out of the £1.25 I put on I won £20 so I paid to take my partner out for sunday lunch and had a roast with all the trimmings. I feel that things are going my way for once, Soon I will be able to quit my F/T job and get a P/T job, I am not going to give it too much po...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

Last night at my meeting we did the 7th step out of the 12&12. So of course we talked about humility. I heard many different explanations of what humility means to different people. I know in the book it talked about becoming loving and tolerant of other people. For me there are two things that stand...

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	I'm back & need HELP (Preview) Thurs. Apr. 13 Hello Everyone - its been a long time since I have been on the board. U might remember me also as " Both sides of the fence ". I am in aweful pain from Fibromyalgia. I have not drank and 99 o/o of the time, I don't want to - THANK YOU GOD for your grace...	kathy570	8	1516	Apr 14, 2006 by mikey50
	Questions and Answers on Sponsorship (pdf format) (Preview) Questions and Answers on Sponsorship	Hanuman	4	709	Apr 13, 2006 by Hanuman
	Today's gift (Preview) *Courage is fear that has said its prayers. -- Dorothy Bernard* No one of us is always courageous. With trepidation we embark on many journeys. Fear is dispelled each time we rely on our inner strength and trust that our lives are in good hands. Self-talk is powerful and will prepare us...	Rick	2	717	Apr 13, 2006 by Hanuman
	i was a mouse on a treadmill (Preview) THURSDAY , APRIL 13, 2006 You are reading from the book Touchstones </OA_HTML/ibeCCtpItmDspRte.jsp?item=212>. *Are you willing to be sponged out, erased,/ cancelled,/made nothing?/Are you willing to be made nothing?/dipped into oblivion?/If not, you will never really change....*	rosie light shines	1	587	Apr 13, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	um... (Preview) Hoppy Thursday... And good morning... For some strange reason...my ears are getting longer...theres white fur growing all over my body...and Ive got this obsessive craving for carrotts... Strange things happen in sobriety.... Was going to have a nap...but this big voice from above is s...	Phil	6	1095	Apr 13, 2006 by Hanuman
	somtimes quickly sometimes slowly (Preview) for the first months of being sober it was a struggle, i think that how fast or slow this thing works is when we except and surrender, for the last while i can feel the promises working in my life!!!!! thanks every one!!! wagon ps sorry i dont have any neat pictures like in other post.	wagon	1	627	Apr 13, 2006 by Hanuman
	Bad Day (Preview) Just got home from a meeting. Feel like crap. I vented. The end of We Agnostics describes one persons spiritual experience and I was a real jerk about describing how I feel about that. My mind can't comprehend an epiphany. I believe that the spiritual experience comes with alot of time and alot of hard w...	soberdrunk	10	1131	Apr 13, 2006 by Hanuman
	About Our Thoughts (Preview) Be aware of your thinking "There is a thought in your mind right now. The longer you hold on to it, the more you dwell upon it, the more life you give to that thought. Give it enough life, and it will become real. So make sure the thought is indeed a great one." -- Ralph Marston Most o...	Wren	4	598	Apr 13, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	faces (Preview) them faces were not supposed to be there on my last reply to manda.	texas mike	0	577	Apr 13, 2006 by texas mike
	Physical Appearance? (Preview) Hi all, Need some advice on something thats worrying me. I am sober now just a short time, less than a week. I had been drinking heavily for years and towards the end developed a permanent red, blotchy face and nose, particularly either side of my nose, my cheekbones and my nose itself. Blotchy & red...	Niall	11	4682	Apr 13, 2006 by recovering jb
	Yoo Hoo Rosie Pie (Preview) Hi Rosie, Just wanted to say that your plans for the Holiday are pretty cool, Your own Swimming Pool (lucky ducky) Sun, lot's of it, Books, and DVD's I can't think of anyone that deserves a few warm days in the sun, like you do my dear friend. Live is Easy, Everything is Good and God is Great, h...	Toni Baloney	3	626	Apr 13, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Heres me (Preview) sorry pics didnt come out -- Edited by Robert at 11:12, 2006-04-13	Robert	0	614	Apr 13, 2006 by Robert
	morning all (Preview) Good morning everyone. feeling ok today. done my morning routine and now it is time to start the day, me thinks a sauna would be good and also a swim followed by a nap if I feel the urge.	Robert	3	577	Apr 13, 2006 by Robert
	Daily Reflections april 13 (Preview) THE FALSE COMFORT OF SELF-PITY Self-pity is one of the most unhappy and consuming defects that we know. It is a bar to all spiritual progress and can cut off all effective communication with our fellows because of its inordinate demands for attention and sympathy. It is a maudlin form of martyrdom, wh...	Doll	0	2207	Apr 13, 2006 by Doll
	Free Money (Preview) Ha!!! only kidding- just seeing if I can beat Robs 164 hits !	Robert	9	968	Apr 13, 2006 by Robert
	Program (Preview) Hello to all you AA family freinds and others, I am back to the board again and am here to stay. All is going well for me and can't do anything but get better from here. What I want to say is that if I would have been smart the last time and actually worked my program and turned everything over t...	texas mike	9	621	Apr 13, 2006 by paul
	the BIG picture (Preview) April 12 The Big Picture "All spiritual awakenings have some things in common. Common elements include an end to loneliness and a sense of direction in our lives."Basic Text p. 48Some kinds of spiritual experiences take place when we confront something larger than we are. We suspect that force...	rosie light shines	1	823	Apr 12, 2006 by amanda2u2
	How to live in 24 hours (Preview) On awakening let us think about the twenty-four hours ahead. We consider our plans for the day. Before we begin, we ask God to direct our thinking, especially asking that it be divorced from self-pity, dishonest or self-seeking motives. Under these conditions we can employ our mental faculties wit...	Robert	9	716	Apr 12, 2006 by rosie light shines
	Expectations & Forgiveness (Preview) Somewhere in the 12 step book it asks, 'why don't we just forgive them right now, one and all?' When I read this, (by Abe Lincoln,) I understood how I could. And why I should! -paul Forgiveness… Lincoln offers the following advice: “For...	paul	2	1037	Apr 12, 2006 by iffer
	Not directed at anyone personaly (Preview) Hi everyone. I just want to say that the things i said last night.. especialy the FK OFF stuff was not directed at anyone here.. it probably looked like i was telling amanda to fk off. but i really wasnt.. I was just so pissed off last night.. and i just wanted to say to hell with the worl...	Rob	9	1108	Apr 12, 2006 by Rob
	Ceased Fighting... (Preview) "And we have ceased fighting anything or anyone--even alcohol." Pg 84 AA This has been powerful, transforming advice for me...-paul	paul	3	775	Apr 12, 2006 by amanda2u2
	WED (Preview) Well today seems to be better although I am still really tired and have headaches. I wonder if its because I have stated using tablets that are suggested in 7 weeks to sobriety and I may be over doing it? in the morning it tells me to take calium and magnesium x 2 + aminos and glutomine 2 of each plus 3 multi...	Robert	14	824	Apr 12, 2006 by soberdrunk
	Marriage Councelling... (Preview) A husband and wife go to a counselor after 45 years of marriage. The counselor asks them what the problem is. The wife goes into a tirade, listing every problem they have ever had in the 45 years they've been married. She goes on and on. Finally, the counselor gets up, goes around the desk, embraces the wo...	Phil	3	669	Apr 12, 2006 by Phil
	Expectations (Preview) Good morning to everyone...or good afternoon, depending on where you are! I have been having trouble with this letting go of expectations. I am struggling with this daily at home and at work... Here are my thoughts. Isn't it natural to expect someone to do what they say they will? It se...	iffer	8	613	Apr 11, 2006 by paul
	Hey Rob its Rob (Preview) Morning Rob. Where abouts in the world do you live bud? Hope to hear from you soon, the door is always open here, this is one place that never closes. we are not fair weather friends, we are people who have been through what you must be going through, and it sounds corny but we are here for you, just li...	Robert	5	620	Apr 11, 2006 by Robert
	evening all (Preview) feeling better than I did this morning, had to sleep for a few hours today. took a warm bath then had tea. I think I am feeling a bit odd because I am having money problems. I shall try to deal with this inside the day. Rob	Robert	2	537	Apr 11, 2006 by Robert
	The addiction (Preview) I was just listening to Warren Zevon's 'Carmalita' and the same thing goes with any addiction. It is a very hard road, if you want it to be. Sometimes though, it's easier said then done.	Noel A	6	625	Apr 11, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Hmm .. Hi all... (Preview) I feel kinda bad for lettin you guys down.. I am drinking again tonight.. Thanx for being such great friends..	Rob	7	598	Apr 11, 2006 by Rob
	Have had a few requests for relationship topics..heres one.. (Preview) Relationships: Too Easy To Leave by: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Katheryn and Mathew, both in their 50’s, have been together for two years. Both have been previously married and divorced. When they met, they fell madly in love, which lasted for a few months. Then the conflicts started. Both K...	Phil	0	607	Apr 11, 2006 by Phil
	morning (Preview) Good morning all I am feeling a bit low today,.I feel like I have been forgotten about - I am still off work with a bad back and I am off for a a further 3 weeks. people do not ask how I am doing, becase my back is always bad, I find when people ask if your alright, they are just saying hello, not actually asking...	Robert	7	647	Apr 11, 2006 by amanda2u2
	Good Morning (Preview) Hope all are well and doing Ok. Robert take care of that back. Listen to your feelings. They tell you when you need to take care of yourself, like finding a friend if you feel lonely, crying if you feel sad, singing and smiling if you feel happy, and acting frisky if you feel good. --Pat Palmer W...	Rick	3	602	Apr 11, 2006 by Phil
	suppliments (Preview) Hi there, I have read things about suppliments, and I think I am the type of alcoholic that is omega 3 deficient and also the allergic type. I am interested in suppliments, in the chemistry side of things would gamma help me? what else? my sponcer thinks I should come off anti depressants as it may ha...	Robert	5	582	Apr 11, 2006 by Robert
	made a new commitment to ME!!! (Preview) boy talk about an "awakening".....this weekend i didn't feel so good.....took too much of my GABA (changed brands and didnt' notice it was 750 mgs, instead of my 250mgs) and i felt like CRAP........ so as i rested , i did some thinking!!!! and 2 very nice souls answered my...	rosie light shines	5	560	Apr 10, 2006 by soberdrunk
	Elated (Preview) I am now employed. I have been really struggling with not knowing how to make ends meet and trying to help my family instead of being a financial burden. I feel high on life. Anxiety is really bad right now because I'm so excited but it will pass. Give it a couple of weeks and I'll be complaining about how...	soberdrunk	4	553	Apr 10, 2006 by soberdrunk
	Hope Springs Eternal (Preview) Hope Springs Eternal Hope springs eternal in the human breast; Man never Is, but always To be blest: The soul, uneasy and confin'd from home, Rests and expatiates in a life to come. -Alexander Pope, An Essay on Man, Epistle I, 1733 ...	soberdrunk	2	606	Apr 10, 2006 by soberdrunk
	Bill W's take on the "Selfish Program" (Preview) "I can see why you are disturbed to hear some A.A. speakers say, 'A.A. is a selfish program.' The word 'selfish' ordinarily implies that one is acquisitive, demanding, and thoughtless of the welfare of others. Of course, the A.A. way of life does not at all imply such undesirable traits. "What...	recovering jb	2	841	Apr 10, 2006 by soberdrunk
	Sometimes we need reminding (Preview) "Who would like this $20 bill?" Hands started going up. He said, "I am going to give this $20 to one of you but first, let me do this. He proceeded to crumple up the $20 dollar bill. He then asked, "Who still wants it?" Still the hands were up in the air. Well, he replied, "What if I do this?" ...	Wren	1	539	Apr 10, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Have a good night... (Preview) Step 10...CHECKING OUR INVENTORY “Learn as if you were going to live forever. Live as if you were going to die tomorrow.” ANONYMOUS In Step Four we did an inventory that had many of us digging into our past to determine what our shortcomings, wrongs & defe...	Phil	1	545	Apr 10, 2006 by amanda2u2
	I spoke to Alan (Preview) I kinda txt ALAN.. He phoned me back.. I am gona see him at meetin tomorrow.. i think ifinaly got shit of my chest!!// obv iv been drinking.. but least i said how i drink and how often. omg.. first time iv spoken to him properly... had a good chat with him.like i said. first time.. .. h...	Rob	2	562	Apr 10, 2006 by iffer
	Grattitude (Preview) I have stated the day according to page 86 check this link out! if you have not got a big book- you now have! I have two but they are sometimes out of reach so I click here: http://www.nokama.com/bigbook/ and in the search, type 86 fot the page number and it advises me exactly what to do. I...	Robert	3	572	Apr 10, 2006 by Robert
	Motivation (Preview) Hey I wondered if you guys could help. since I come off the drink, I cant seem to motivate myself, I have a computer upstairs seperate to this that is devoted to make music on but I only manage to spend 10- 15 mins a week on it as I am struggling to motivate myself, can you reccommend a way round this? I had no pr...	Robert	9	617	Apr 10, 2006 by Robert
	There Is A Solution (Preview) The fact is that most alcoholics, for reasons yet obscure, have lost the power of choice in drink. Our so called will power becomes practically nonexistent. We are unable, at certain times, to bring into our consciousness with sufficient force the memory of the suffering and humiliation of even a we...	soberdrunk	5	628	Apr 10, 2006 by rosie light shines
	AA And "Slips" (Preview) A word about "slips" Most people who turn to A.A. for help achieve sobriety without too much difficulty, and continue to stay sober. Others have trouble understanding and accepting the A.A. program. All too soon, they forget what being an alcoholic means. After their physical health returns a...	Phil	3	831	Apr 10, 2006 by recovering jb
	hey, rob (Preview) *hey, Rob... where r ya? did ya go fishing? u ok?* *love in recovery,* *amanda*	amanda2u2	1	547	Apr 10, 2006 by Rob
	Some Days... (Preview) Some days are full...with living life on lifes terms...and one does not get to.. spend as much time on the board... as one wishes to... Just taking a minute to say hi to each of you...and hope all is well in your.. one day at a time...sobriety journey... Keep on...keepin on... For those of y...	Phil	6	678	Apr 10, 2006 by rosie light shines
	dont' EVER want to go back (Preview) MONDAY , APRIL 10, 2006 You are reading from the book Twenty-Four Hours a Day - Hardcover (24 Hours) </OA_HTML/ibeCCtpItmDspRte.jsp?item=1096>. A.A. Thought for the Day When I came into A.A., I came into a new world. A sober world. A world of sobriety, peace, serenity, and happiness....	rosie light shines	0	555	Apr 10, 2006 by rosie light shines
	HELLO AGAIN :) .................. (Preview) .....AND GOODBYE, I HAVE CHOSEN TO LEAVE HERE FOR GOOD. I WANT TO THANKYOU ALL FOR YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT...BUT I HAVE TO MOVE ON. I HOPE THAT YOU CAN ALL REACH YOUR DREAMS IN WHATEVER FORM THEY MAY TAKE. WISHING YOU ALL THE BEST IN YOUR LIVES....... .....TAKE CARE. FLUMPY. P.S. AND...	flumpy	1	519	Apr 10, 2006 by amanda2u2
	Nature is the Art of God. (Preview) *--Sir Thomas Browne* The most relaxing activities may be the ones in which we do absolutely nothing. And if we can do nothing amid the sounds of nature -- birds chirping, water bubbling in a brook, the wind rustling in the trees -- so much the better. During these moments, away from the noise and ch...	Rick	1	906	Apr 10, 2006 by soberdrunk
	Earache (Preview) Good day. Well I won the grand national yesterday,.. out of the £1.25 I put on I won £20 so I paid to take my partner out for sunday lunch and had a roast with all the trimmings. I feel that things are going my way for once, Soon I will be able to quit my F/T job and get a P/T job, I am not going to give it too much po...	Robert	7	621	Apr 10, 2006 by Robert
	Selfish Program ??? (Preview) Last night at my meeting we did the 7th step out of the 12&12. So of course we talked about humility. I heard many different explanations of what humility means to different people. I know in the book it talked about becoming loving and tolerant of other people. For me there are two things that stand...	soberdrunk	8	627	Apr 10, 2006 by amanda2u2
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