Alcoholics Anonymous

Part VII · Part VII

Last week I was a bit concerned about a newcomer who had an over preoccupation with female newcomers. I sent him a text saying "under every skirt is a slip". His response was "Yes I know. Marriage is like a deck of cards. In the beginning all you need is two hearts and a diamond. By the end,...

Part VII · Part VII

More and more people are becoming aware of AA. What comes with that is a growing number of people who have become anti-AA. However, I have also noticed that most of them do not explain an alternative recovery program. Where I come from (Northern NSW, Australia) topic meetings are replacing identific...

Shan · Shan

Hello,I'm reaching out tonight in hopes of any words of encouragement. I had my first drink at 13 and it was great - made me feel normal! I'm 45 now and have had a serious problem with alcohol for the past 8 years (although plenty of alcohol related drama many times before that), but the past two years ha...

Zoomtopz · Zoomtopz

MY Wish for YOU This Year.

John · John

I'm going to Party like crazy tonight... I just put a whole darn bag of popcorn in the microwave, made a ice cold Pepsi, and going to spend time with my sweet baby NF. (Netflix) until "the ball" drops. Bet I don't end up drunk doing stupid, or in jail having to ask someone if I can use the phone, or.... tomorr...

cwa11is · cwa11is

If I make it to bed tonight without a drink, I'll have 7 months sobriety in the morning. I'm really not considering a drink, but I'm having a bad day and don't really want to talk about it at my home group tonight or to my sponsor, because I know I'm just being a weak snivelin' puss full of selfishness, self...

leavetherest · leavetherest

Where'd ya go?

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

As a member here on MIP, I've benefited so very much in make'n new friends and learn'n such a 'much deeper knowledge' of AA and it's principles, 'worldwide' ... I feel deeply indebted to John, MIP's owner, for start'n and maintain'n this web site ... he has done so mostly at his own expense ... and arou...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

December 28, 2015Quote of the Week"What other people think of me is none of my business." What a revolutionary concept this was the first time I heard it. So revolutionary, in fact, that I had a hard time believing it might be true. So much of my identity, how I felt about myself, my moods, a...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

December 21, 2015Quote of the Week"Don't forget that the world record is 24 hours." I remember when I was new watching people take cakes for 5 years, 7 years and more, and thinking that they had something I didn't - the ability to stay sober. When I shared about this, I was told that we all hav...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

May you live all the days of your life. --Jonathan Swift Tonight, at midnight, a new year will begin. None of us know what the new year will hold. But we can trust ourselves to hold on to the spirit of recovery as we go through the year. As a new year is about to begin, we can rejoice in our new way of life. We c...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Success isn't how far you got, but the distance you traveled from where you started. ~Unknown

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

You have to sniff out joy, keep your nose to the joy-trail. --Buffy Sainte-MarieNewcomer I heard an old-timer say, "You can be right, or you can be happy." What does that mean? When something is wrong, am I supposed to deny what I can see with my own eyes? SponsorThis program saying is not mea...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

I've shut the door on yesterday, And thrown the key away. Tomorrow holds no fears for me, Since I have found today. -- Vivian Yeiser LaramoreFeeling guilty or ashamed about the past - about what we did or did not do, about what happened to us, about who we were - can be our undoing. We must work long and har...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention. ~Oscar Wilde

designer · designer

My last semester of college is something I'm less than proud of. I wasn't sober yet. I wish I had discovered the program in college, instead of right after college. I already have a great career, but I need to actually be a licensed with a masters to advance my career. I'm going to make that happen if that'...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Taking the first step helps bridge the gulf between our dreams and our accomplishments.Whether the project is cleaning the garage, building a cathedral, or recovering from an addiction, plans must be translated into action. In order to arrive at our destination, we must begin the trip. We can read...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

And the joy of it all; when we count it all up; is found in the making of friends. ~Unknown, Source on Friends and Friendship

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

You saved me once, and what is given is always returned. We are in this life to help one another. --Carlo Collodi, The Adventures of PinocchioAs the end of this year approaches, we think about endings and beginnings. This past year brought us both difficulties and happiness, both pain and healing. I...

fenners · fenners

Good evening all, Looking for some tips for a sober christmas. I have been in recovery for 40 days today and I have just broke up for christmas until boxing day. Feeling out of sorts as all my collegues have gone on a night out this evening just felt it was to soon to put myself in that enviroment so opted ou...

John · John

Hi Everyone, I literally hate having to post this stuff but each year our bills come due again for the MIP site. The domain name registration, the web hosting, message boards, etc, cost money. If you can make a donation that will help offset some of the expense it would be gratefully appreciated. T...

hopefulone · hopefulone

http://www.promises.com/articles/relapse-prevention/choosing-a-sponsor/

wagon · wagon

I haven't posted anything for sometime, lately for some reason I been finding myself in here doing more reading, For me I am well and sober, life is good. Winter will soon be behind us again. I seen a robin the other day and it made me smile. It the little things that have change the most for me and that make m...

Tanin · Tanin

Best wishes to ya, H1.

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experiences of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired and success achieved. ~Helen Keller

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Working todayAs we approach a new year, many of us feel fear. We look back on the past and worry about the future. But if we remember we only have today, we can work to make that future better. We have found true friends in our fellowship, and this is a time to be with them.Am I ensuring a fruitful future by wo...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Sometimes our light goes out but is blown into flame by another human being. Each of us owes deepest thanks to those who have rekindled this light. ~Albert Schweitzer

thywillbedonegmh · thywillbedonegmh

I have had a sponsee for about 6 months now. She made it to 90 days and relapsed. Her behavior was showing way before the relapse, stealing from stores, having sex with any guy that paid attention to her, being kicked out of rehab. I would suggest many things and bring her right back to the book. Nothing...

Dodsworth · Dodsworth

Just wanted to wish everyone a merry Christmas, especially Dean, pappy, leeu, pinkchip, etc..

designer · designer

I accidentally took night time flu medicine with alcohol in it. I experienced no cravings, but I got migraine headaches that felt like a hangover/withdrawal the next day. In early sobriety, I might have experienced cravings, but I took a small dosage and also have been sober for nearly 6 years. Beca...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Reflection for the DayToday is a special day in more ways than one. It's a day that God has made, and I'm alive in God's world. I know that all things in my life this day are an expression of God's love the fact that I'm alive, that I'm recovering, and that I'm able to feel the way I feel at this very instant. Fo...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

How we treat other people comes back to us always.Offering others understanding and compassion changes how we perceive the world around us on a daily basis. Our acts of love inspire love from others. What we send out to the people who share our path changes, ever so subtly, the complexion of each life w...

Fyne Spirit · Fyne Spirit

Hi All, Christmas is upon us again and I would just like to wish you all a very happy time. I know it is a very difficult time for many, especially those having their first sober Xmas. I have been blessed in that area. Xmas was always the time of my biggest disasters, and I spoilt it for my family many times. S...

hopefulone · hopefulone

Whew! I am glad this year is almost over. Been some good stuff that has happened and some rough--bad stuff. It is funny/strange that I am the type of person who has always focused on the "bad". I cannot tell you hardly any of the "good" things which have happened over the last year,...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Slow down and let goOn a road trip up the California coast a while back, I tried to call home only to find that the battery in my cell phone had died. I worried. What if someone needed to get in touch with me? What if there was a problem with the house? What if my family couldn't find me and got worried?I passed...

Troy · Troy

I first went to AA in 2012 and had about 6 months of sobriety. I put myself under the illusion that I was "cured" and that I likely could have a few beers and keep it under control. That worked okay for a few months, but over time, my control was revealed for what it really was - a lie. First it wa...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Live and let live is good advice.The more comfortable we are with the knowledge that each of us has a unique journey to make, a specific purpose to fulfill, the easier it is to let other people live their own lives. When family members are in trouble with alcohol or other drugs, it's terribly difficult...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Time is a fixed income and, as with any income, the real problem facing most of us is how to live successfully within our daily allotment. ~Margaret B. Johnstone

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

GoodwillHave you ever envied someone else's good fortune? Consider the friend who calls with a different ring to her voice. Instead of sharing her troubles and woes, she proceeds to tell you good news. Something exciting, financially beneficial, glamorous, wonderful beyond belief has happened...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Few things in the world are more powerful than a positive push. A smile. A word of optimism and hope. A 'you can do it' when things are tough. ~Richard M. DeVos

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Every Christmas I hope for the best but expect the worst. --Adult child group memberAs bells ring out and carols echo everywhere, we should not be surprised if our spirits take a nosedive. It isn't that we don't understand the meaning of Christmas, or that we reject it, but rather that the idealized ve...

fenners · fenners

Hi H1 I'm back just been really busy at work. Broke up for Christmas and all my colleagues have gone out this evening so feel a little out of sorts. I'll get through though first year I haven't been out once I have finished work for Christmas back in Boxing Day

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

hopefulone · hopefulone

http://putlocker.is/watch-my-name-is-bill-w-online-free-putlocker.html

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Fortunate are the people whose roots are deep. --Agnes Meyer Deep roots offer strength and stability to an organism. They nourish it plentifully. They anchor it when the fierce winds blow. We each are offered the gifts of roots when we give ourselves fully to the program. We are never going to face, a...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Competing with others - AttitudeSome of us never liked close competition. We preferred to be clear winners or not to compete at all. We didn't like to have competitors breathing down our necks.This attitude kept up from doing our best, and we made a mistake when we thought we were competing with other...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Fulfillment"Everything I need shall be provided today. Everything." Say it, until you believe it. Say it at the beginning of the day. Say it throughout the day. Sometimes, it helps to know what we want and need. But if we dont, we can trust that God does. When we ask, trust, and believe that o...

emmi331 · emmi331

I recently received an e-mail from another AA which forwarded a long article ranting about how our country should be handling terrorism. This member often sends me e-mails, most of which are fine with me, as they're relatively innocuous. This seemed over the top - it was a mass mailing, with many nam...

hopefulone · hopefulone

There is one meeting in my area which I have heard about and haven't been to--yet. Everything is very formal. I have heard they even roll out a red carpet for people attending it. Had I heard it from one member--I would have thought he was joking. I have heard it twice. Men have to wear ties and women have to...

Tanin · Tanin

Perfectly good advice, sometimes... Commentary: How our health care system makes ER doctors addiction enablers How the ER has become an expensive drunk tank Amy Ho October 8, 2015I do a strange thing as a physician almost daily. I go to alcoholics and have them promise me they'll go home and continu...

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	Got any funny recovery sms text lately? (Preview) Last week I was a bit concerned about a newcomer who had an over preoccupation with female newcomers. I sent him a text saying "under every skirt is a slip". His response was "Yes I know. Marriage is like a deck of cards. In the beginning all you need is two hearts and a diamond. By the end,...	Part VII	7	1004	Jan 2, 2016 by Part VII
	Sad to notice the doorway getting narrower. (Preview) More and more people are becoming aware of AA. What comes with that is a growing number of people who have become anti-AA. However, I have also noticed that most of them do not explain an alternative recovery program. Where I come from (Northern NSW, Australia) topic meetings are replacing identific...	Part VII	37	985	Jan 1, 2016 by leavetherest
	First time to reach out for help... wits end (Preview) Hello,I'm reaching out tonight in hopes of any words of encouragement. I had my first drink at 13 and it was great - made me feel normal! I'm 45 now and have had a serious problem with alcohol for the past 8 years (although plenty of alcohol related drama many times before that), but the past two years ha...	Shan	54	2660	Jan 1, 2016 by leavetherest
	To ALL at MIP (Preview) MY Wish for YOU This Year.	Zoomtopz	3	577	Jan 1, 2016 by leavetherest
	i'm Partying this New Years!! (Preview) I'm going to Party like crazy tonight... I just put a whole darn bag of popcorn in the microwave, made a ice cold Pepsi, and going to spend time with my sweet baby NF. (Netflix) until "the ball" drops. Bet I don't end up drunk doing stupid, or in jail having to ask someone if I can use the phone, or.... tomorr...	John	6	1174	Jan 1, 2016 by MarcLacroix
	Bat S@#t crazy and spiritually sick. (Preview) If I make it to bed tonight without a drink, I'll have 7 months sobriety in the morning. I'm really not considering a drink, but I'm having a bad day and don't really want to talk about it at my home group tonight or to my sponsor, because I know I'm just being a weak snivelin' puss full of selfishness, self...	cwa11is	11	723	Jan 1, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Baba.... (Preview) Where'd ya go?	leavetherest	3	634	Jan 1, 2016 by leavetherest
	Miracles In Progress (Preview) As a member here on MIP, I've benefited so very much in make'n new friends and learn'n such a 'much deeper knowledge' of AA and it's principles, 'worldwide' ... I feel deeply indebted to John, MIP's owner, for start'n and maintain'n this web site ... he has done so mostly at his own expense ... and arou...	Pythonpappy	2	749	Jan 1, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Wisdom of the Rooms (Preview) December 28, 2015Quote of the Week"What other people think of me is none of my business." What a revolutionary concept this was the first time I heard it. So revolutionary, in fact, that I had a hard time believing it might be true. So much of my identity, how I felt about myself, my moods, a...	Pythonpappy	3	694	Jan 1, 2016 by MarcLacroix
	Wisdom of the Rooms (Preview) December 21, 2015Quote of the Week"Don't forget that the world record is 24 hours." I remember when I was new watching people take cakes for 5 years, 7 years and more, and thinking that they had something I didn't - the ability to stay sober. When I shared about this, I was told that we all hav...	Pythonpappy	4	999	Jan 1, 2016 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 12/31 (Preview) May you live all the days of your life. --Jonathan Swift Tonight, at midnight, a new year will begin. None of us know what the new year will hold. But we can trust ourselves to hold on to the spirit of recovery as we go through the year. As a new year is about to begin, we can rejoice in our new way of life. We c...	Pythonpappy	2	622	Dec 31, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Sunrise Quote 12/31 (Preview) Success isn't how far you got, but the distance you traveled from where you started. ~Unknown	Pythonpappy	2	452	Dec 31, 2015 by Part VII
	Today's Gift 12/29 (Preview) You have to sniff out joy, keep your nose to the joy-trail. --Buffy Sainte-MarieNewcomer I heard an old-timer say, "You can be right, or you can be happy." What does that mean? When something is wrong, am I supposed to deny what I can see with my own eyes? SponsorThis program saying is not mea...	Pythonpappy	2	639	Dec 30, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 12/30 (Preview) I've shut the door on yesterday, And thrown the key away. Tomorrow holds no fears for me, Since I have found today. -- Vivian Yeiser LaramoreFeeling guilty or ashamed about the past - about what we did or did not do, about what happened to us, about who we were - can be our undoing. We must work long and har...	Pythonpappy	2	697	Dec 30, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Sunrise Quote 12/30 (Preview) The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention. ~Oscar Wilde	Pythonpappy	1	436	Dec 30, 2015 by Part VII
	Going back to school in my early 30s (Preview) My last semester of college is something I'm less than proud of. I wasn't sober yet. I wish I had discovered the program in college, instead of right after college. I already have a great career, but I need to actually be a licensed with a masters to advance my career. I'm going to make that happen if that'...	designer	5	815	Dec 29, 2015 by Tanin
	Today's Gift 12/28 (Preview) Taking the first step helps bridge the gulf between our dreams and our accomplishments.Whether the project is cleaning the garage, building a cathedral, or recovering from an addiction, plans must be translated into action. In order to arrive at our destination, we must begin the trip. We can read...	Pythonpappy	0	513	Dec 28, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Sunrise Quote 12/27 (Preview) And the joy of it all; when we count it all up; is found in the making of friends. ~Unknown, Source on Friends and Friendship	Pythonpappy	0	525	Dec 27, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 12/27 (Preview) You saved me once, and what is given is always returned. We are in this life to help one another. --Carlo Collodi, The Adventures of PinocchioAs the end of this year approaches, we think about endings and beginnings. This past year brought us both difficulties and happiness, both pain and healing. I...	Pythonpappy	0	505	Dec 27, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	FIRST CHRISTMAS (Preview) Good evening all, Looking for some tips for a sober christmas. I have been in recovery for 40 days today and I have just broke up for christmas until boxing day. Feeling out of sorts as all my collegues have gone on a night out this evening just felt it was to soon to put myself in that enviroment so opted ou...	fenners	11	1248	Dec 26, 2015 by Tanin
	Donation Light is lite again, please contribute. (Preview) Hi Everyone, I literally hate having to post this stuff but each year our bills come due again for the MIP site. The domain name registration, the web hosting, message boards, etc, cost money. If you can make a donation that will help offset some of the expense it would be gratefully appreciated. T...	John	1	596	Dec 26, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Do's and Don'ts of Choosing a 12-Step Sponsor (Preview) http://www.promises.com/articles/relapse-prevention/choosing-a-sponsor/	hopefulone	31	1425	Dec 26, 2015 by Baba Louie
	Been awhile (Preview) I haven't posted anything for sometime, lately for some reason I been finding myself in here doing more reading, For me I am well and sober, life is good. Winter will soon be behind us again. I seen a robin the other day and it made me smile. It the little things that have change the most for me and that make m...	wagon	7	767	Dec 26, 2015 by MarcLacroix
	Farewell Hopefulone (Preview) Best wishes to ya, H1.	Tanin	0	572	Dec 26, 2015 by Tanin
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experiences of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired and success achieved. ~Helen Keller	Pythonpappy	0	699	Dec 26, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 12/26 (Preview) Working todayAs we approach a new year, many of us feel fear. We look back on the past and worry about the future. But if we remember we only have today, we can work to make that future better. We have found true friends in our fellowship, and this is a time to be with them.Am I ensuring a fruitful future by wo...	Pythonpappy	0	514	Dec 26, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) Sometimes our light goes out but is blown into flame by another human being. Each of us owes deepest thanks to those who have rekindled this light. ~Albert Schweitzer	Pythonpappy	3	575	Dec 25, 2015 by Dodsworth
	Questioning my decisionb (Preview) I have had a sponsee for about 6 months now. She made it to 90 days and relapsed. Her behavior was showing way before the relapse, stealing from stores, having sex with any guy that paid attention to her, being kicked out of rehab. I would suggest many things and bring her right back to the book. Nothing...	thywillbedonegmh	14	1259	Dec 25, 2015 by Db1105
	Merry Xmas (Preview) Just wanted to wish everyone a merry Christmas, especially Dean, pappy, leeu, pinkchip, etc..	Dodsworth	1	464	Dec 25, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Alcohol in cough syrup and other medicines (Preview) I accidentally took night time flu medicine with alcohol in it. I experienced no cravings, but I got migraine headaches that felt like a hangover/withdrawal the next day. In early sobriety, I might have experienced cravings, but I took a small dosage and also have been sober for nearly 6 years. Beca...	designer	2	2767	Dec 25, 2015 by Tanin
	Today's Gift 12/25 (Preview) Reflection for the DayToday is a special day in more ways than one. It's a day that God has made, and I'm alive in God's world. I know that all things in my life this day are an expression of God's love the fact that I'm alive, that I'm recovering, and that I'm able to feel the way I feel at this very instant. Fo...	Pythonpappy	0	449	Dec 25, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 12/24 (Preview) How we treat other people comes back to us always.Offering others understanding and compassion changes how we perceive the world around us on a daily basis. Our acts of love inspire love from others. What we send out to the people who share our path changes, ever so subtly, the complexion of each life w...	Pythonpappy	1	490	Dec 24, 2015 by MarcLacroix
	Merry Christmas All (But not too merry) (Preview) Hi All, Christmas is upon us again and I would just like to wish you all a very happy time. I know it is a very difficult time for many, especially those having their first sober Xmas. I have been blessed in that area. Xmas was always the time of my biggest disasters, and I spoilt it for my family many times. S...	Fyne Spirit	5	894	Dec 24, 2015 by Tanin
	New Year's Resolutions (Preview) Whew! I am glad this year is almost over. Been some good stuff that has happened and some rough--bad stuff. It is funny/strange that I am the type of person who has always focused on the "bad". I cannot tell you hardly any of the "good" things which have happened over the last year,...	hopefulone	21	1003	Dec 23, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 12/23 (Preview) Slow down and let goOn a road trip up the California coast a while back, I tried to call home only to find that the battery in my cell phone had died. I worried. What if someone needed to get in touch with me? What if there was a problem with the house? What if my family couldn't find me and got worried?I passed...	Pythonpappy	0	445	Dec 23, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Back in...after 2 years out (Preview) I first went to AA in 2012 and had about 6 months of sobriety. I put myself under the illusion that I was "cured" and that I likely could have a few beers and keep it under control. That worked okay for a few months, but over time, my control was revealed for what it really was - a lie. First it wa...	Troy	80	1738	Dec 23, 2015 by Troy
	Today's Gift 12/22 (Preview) Live and let live is good advice.The more comfortable we are with the knowledge that each of us has a unique journey to make, a specific purpose to fulfill, the easier it is to let other people live their own lives. When family members are in trouble with alcohol or other drugs, it's terribly difficult...	Pythonpappy	0	478	Dec 22, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) Time is a fixed income and, as with any income, the real problem facing most of us is how to live successfully within our daily allotment. ~Margaret B. Johnstone	Pythonpappy	0	484	Dec 21, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 12/21 (Preview) GoodwillHave you ever envied someone else's good fortune? Consider the friend who calls with a different ring to her voice. Instead of sharing her troubles and woes, she proceeds to tell you good news. Something exciting, financially beneficial, glamorous, wonderful beyond belief has happened...	Pythonpappy	0	526	Dec 21, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) Few things in the world are more powerful than a positive push. A smile. A word of optimism and hope. A 'you can do it' when things are tough. ~Richard M. DeVos	Pythonpappy	1	502	Dec 21, 2015 by hopefulone
	Today's Gift 12/20 (Preview) Every Christmas I hope for the best but expect the worst. --Adult child group memberAs bells ring out and carols echo everywhere, we should not be surprised if our spirits take a nosedive. It isn't that we don't understand the meaning of Christmas, or that we reject it, but rather that the idealized ve...	Pythonpappy	0	560	Dec 20, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Progress (Preview) Hi H1 I'm back just been really busy at work. Broke up for Christmas and all my colleagues have gone out this evening so feel a little out of sorts. I'll get through though first year I haven't been out once I have finished work for Christmas back in Boxing Day	fenners	3	630	Dec 19, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Too much rum in the cake??? (Preview)	Pythonpappy	3	780	Dec 19, 2015 by hopefulone
	My Name is Bill W. Online Movie Free......Great Movie for Newbies (Preview) http://putlocker.is/watch-my-name-is-bill-w-online-free-putlocker.html	hopefulone	0	3294	Dec 19, 2015 by hopefulone
	Today's Gift 12/19 (Preview) Fortunate are the people whose roots are deep. --Agnes Meyer Deep roots offer strength and stability to an organism. They nourish it plentifully. They anchor it when the fierce winds blow. We each are offered the gifts of roots when we give ourselves fully to the program. We are never going to face, a...	Pythonpappy	0	596	Dec 19, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 12/18 (Preview) Competing with others - AttitudeSome of us never liked close competition. We preferred to be clear winners or not to compete at all. We didn't like to have competitors breathing down our necks.This attitude kept up from doing our best, and we made a mistake when we thought we were competing with other...	Pythonpappy	0	447	Dec 18, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 12/17 (Preview) Fulfillment"Everything I need shall be provided today. Everything." Say it, until you believe it. Say it at the beginning of the day. Say it throughout the day. Sometimes, it helps to know what we want and need. But if we dont, we can trust that God does. When we ask, trust, and believe that o...	Pythonpappy	1	587	Dec 17, 2015 by hopefulone
	Outside issues appropriate in group e-mail? (Preview) I recently received an e-mail from another AA which forwarded a long article ranting about how our country should be handling terrorism. This member often sends me e-mails, most of which are fine with me, as they're relatively innocuous. This seemed over the top - it was a mass mailing, with many nam...	emmi331	10	832	Dec 17, 2015 by hopefulone
	A Different Kind of Meeting.... (Preview) There is one meeting in my area which I have heard about and haven't been to--yet. Everything is very formal. I have heard they even roll out a red carpet for people attending it. Had I heard it from one member--I would have thought he was joking. I have heard it twice. Men have to wear ties and women have to...	hopefulone	8	909	Dec 17, 2015 by hopefulone
	"You're going to die if you keep drinking! Make sure you have a drink soon." (Preview) Perfectly good advice, sometimes... Commentary: How our health care system makes ER doctors addiction enablers How the ER has become an expensive drunk tank Amy Ho October 8, 2015I do a strange thing as a physician almost daily. I go to alcoholics and have them promise me they'll go home and continu...	Tanin	10	2220	Dec 16, 2015 by Fyne Spirit
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