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I’m an alcoholic. I know, for me, that I drank over guilt and, if I don’t continue to follow the principles I’ve learned, I’ll drink over guilt again. I’m certain there are others who are the same. I’m also certain, from current experiences, that many are somehow being misled into believing that pride in recovery […]
Significant July Dates in A.A. History
from AA History Lovers at Yahoo! Groups;
July 1939 - Warren C. joined A.A. Cleveland, caused debate because he was not hospitalized.
July 1944 - Bob writes article for Grapevine “On Cultivating Tolerance”.
July 1962 - ‘Victor E’ cartoon first appeared in Grapevine. (some say May 1962).
July 1-3, 1960 - 25th Anniversary of […]
Significant June Dates in A.A. History
from AA History Lovers at Yahoo! Groups;
June 1, 1949 - Anne Smith, Dr. Bob’s wife, died.
June 4, 2002 - Caroline Knapp, author of “Drinking: A Love Story” died sober of lung cancer.
June 5, 1940 - Ebby Thatcher took a job at the NY Worlds Fair.
June 6, 1940 - The first […]
This post seems to have a timeless quality to it… which is why I’m editing it to bring it up to date. I originally posted this June 05, 2006.
Good ‘ole Tony AA from the East End (Suffolk Cty., NY) - in response to a newcomer’s question.
“When should I start working the steps?”
And Tony asked “Is […]
Well, this first sentence has the promise of becoming long and a run-on eh? :)
We’ve seen the First Step Promises, the Second Step Promises, , the Third Step Promises, and the Fourth Step Promises, now here are the Fifth Step Promises from the AA History Lovers Group at Yahoo!
1. […]
Okay, I’ve heard it a thousand times… and, guess what? I think I did the same thing!
A couple of days, weeks, months of not drinking. No sponsor. No Steps. No clue.
But - you’re smart. Or, you really don’t want us to know your truth.
So you wear a mask of “I’m sober today.” You wear a […]
Alcoholics will never be categorized as poster children for Mental Health. Of course, those of you who are members of a judgmental society who aren’t alcoholic won’t give us this but I’m bringing it anyway :)
This post is part of the Health and Wellness Channel’s monthly theme day. This month, it’s hosted by Alicia over […]
Significant May Dates in A.A. History
from AA History Lovers at Yahoo! Groups;
May 1919 - Bill returns home from service.
(Dec 1934 to) May 1935 - Bill works with alcoholics, but fails to sober any of them. Lois reminds him HE is still sober.
March-May 1938 - Bill begins writing the book Alcoholics Anonymous.
May 1939 - Lois W […]
(”Listen” for the rationalizations…)
It says: “Happiness Is Not The Point”
And I can somewhat agree.
“I don’t think happiness or unhappiness is the point. How do we learn from the problems we face?”
Which makes sense unless my negative mind works it into “Everything I face is a problem” therefore I’m “learning 24/7 and I’m sick of it!”
Moving […]
We’ve seen the First Step Promises, the Second Step Promises, , the Third Step Promises, now here are the Fourth Step Promises from the AA History Lovers Group at Yahoo!
1. Though our decision was a vital and crucial step, it could have little permanent effect unless at once […]
Here are the steps we took, which are suggested as a program of recovery.
A Dozen Steps
A Hearty Life
Alzheimer's Notes
Astronomy Buff
Autism Vox
Baldiness
Breaking the Mirror
Breastfeeding 1-2-3
Cancer Commentary
Daily Tomorrow
Diabetes Notes
Eating Fabulous
Fertility Notes
Genetics & Health
Grounded Fitness
Health and Men
Healthbolt
Help My Hurt
Kids Health Notes
Lively Women
Mental Health Notes
Pink Ribbon Review
Veggie Chic
Weighting Line
Womb Within
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