30 Minute rule
April 2021
| Fun in Sobriety
As I was passing the cookie tin to the coffee person, the tin fell and the lid popped open.
Five dozen cookies scattered all over the floor! People love my baking so panic ensued.
Five dozen cookies scattered all over the floor! People love my baking so panic ensued.
One, Two, Three—Ready, Ready, Go
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South Africa Or Bust!
March 2021
| Making Amends
Because of the virtual technology explosion during this pandemic, I’m now going to AA meetings all over the world. What a cool way to start the day, with a meeting in South Africa!
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.
Inside Raymondville
December 2020
| Remote Communities + Sober Holidays
During the week of Christmas, we got permission to bring food into the prison for a special celebration. The milk seemed to be their favorite of the treats.
Room in My Heart
November 2020
| Our Twelve Traditions
Today I decided to write out my thoughts and share them with someone I have learned to trust. That’s how we build bridges of trust and understanding.
Mother’s Little Helper
October 2020
| Money and Sobriety
I still have difficult parenting moments and I still want to cry most days about things that happen. But now I don’t immediately turn to alcohol for help. I face my feelings.
New Heights
September 2020
| Living Sober Group
I’ve gone hiking on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. I’ve gone white-water rafting. I love going to meetings all over the world, even if I barely speak the language.
In a Canberra Jail
August 2020
| LGBTQ+
A Toronto fireman discovers the joys of service taking meetings to prisoners Down Under
Dear Grapevine
July 2020
| AA Around The World
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