All the proof I needed
September 2016
No way out
September 2016
He escaped a troubled childhood by joining the army. But he couldn’t escape the bottle
Listening for 50 years
September 2016
In 1965, an old-timer heard the bartender say last call. Five decades later, he’s still using his ears
Seemingly effortless
September 2016
Stranded on an island in Alaska, a member looks up, says a prayer and lets a little joy take flight
One Last Time
September 2016
The suit he bought in early sobriety has seen many occasions. This one is dear to his heart
Peace Be Still
October 2015
When he feels the urge to make ripples in the pond, he turns to his Higher Power
Losing Patti
October 2015
A member recalls how her sister's illness and subsequent death helped her get sober
Back in My Heart
October 2015
She keeps her father's boyhood photo to remind her of how far her healing has come
Carving Out Faith
October 2015
She finally found a connection with her Higher Power that couldn’t be smashed
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