One Day They GROW UP
April 2021
| Fun in Sobriety
Love, intimacy, acceptance and joy. A member shares his thoughts about sponsorship
Staying in the day
April 2021
| Fun in Sobriety
At night I reflect on my day and do an inventory of my “wins.” I focus on instances when I was kind, generous or gave someone a hand.
Hollywood
April 2021
| Fun in Sobriety
A tough oilman learned about spirituality from a coworker in the fields who always showed him kindness
Dear Grapevine
April 2021
| Fun in Sobriety
Estranged
April 2021
| Fun in Sobriety
Drinking buddies for 20 years, she and her sister were best friends. That is, until one of them sobered up
A Good Sign
March 2021
| Making Amends
Sullen and defiant, she sat in the cheery room and sulked. But something on the wall kept her there until the AA message could sink in
Getting Filled Up
March 2021
| Making Amends
How a quick stop for gas in Las Vegas began as a robbery and turned out to be a moment for hope
Distracted
March 2021
| Making Amends
He was feeling disconnected and losing interest in his virtual meetings. That’s when he came up with a plan
Who I Really Am
March 2021
| Making Amends
Being reminded of the man he never wants to be again keeps this father on the path of a good life
Stop Right There!
March 2021
| Making Amends
Marylou had just left when my car was surrounded by no fewer than three police cars. A grim-faced officer ordered me out of the car.
CARRY THE MESSAGE PROJECT
The Carry the Message Project focuses on getting Grapevine and La Vina subscriptions to alcoholics in need. It's not necessary to know the recipient! Sponsor a subscription for someone behind bars, in a treatment facility, nursing home, or who is homebound.