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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

What I Do Owe

September 2016
Abandoned by a skid row father, a son struggles to make amends to him

Born to Raise Hell

January 2012
A drunken mom lost her kids—and herself—until a chance encounter with an old high school chum

The 19th Hole

January 2012
Drinking killed her golf career but not her joy for life

Who Is that Boy in the Painting?

January 2012
Lost in alcohol, a young man robs his own parents and can't believe who he's become

Interrupt the Rehearsal

January 2012
A member realizes that constant ruminations may bring him closer to a drink

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