The Weekly Package
Web Exclusive: The Life Jacket of AA
A sober man in South Africa finds purpose in life through the program of AA
"I plan to sail through life, wearing this life jacket, called AA."
I am the second of four children, and was brought up in a small town on the natal north coast called Stanger. I wanted for nothing material as a child, but the emotional support of my dad who was an alcoholic. As a result of his alcoholism, my mum isolated us from social functions because she would get embarrassed by his behavior.
I took my first drink relatively late in life. It was just after my matriculation exams. I had resisted the urge to drink before that because I did not want to become my dad. It was on a tennis court between sets. After taking my first drink and walking... Login to read more
Not a subscriber? Click here to subscribe.
Related Items:
TOPICS
- Spirituality
Get a dose of Higher Power here
July 2013: On the Right Track - Sponsorship
Stories from those who've been there
July 2013: Loyal, Like Baking Soda - Beginners
New to AA? Find sober support
July 2013: Father of the Bride - Service
Giving it away to keep it
July 2013: Keeping Sobriety Fresh - Personal Stories
AA's tales of recovery
July 2013: A Star Is Reborn - Twelve Traditions
AA's guiding principles
July 2013: To Catch a Thief
