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
When you’re ready
September 2016
Hunting the enemy
September 2016
This old-timer saw battles all over the world, but his real foe was always within
Zipped up tight
September 2016
For a long time, she needed her leather jacket for armor. Now she was beginning to thaw
It Only Takes Two
February 2012
When the meeting doesn't happen, two AAs are able to share their experience, strength and hope at a local diner
Web Exclusive: Not Good Enough
February 2012
After being asked to speak, he was uninvited when members objected to his way of working the program
Web Exclusive: Improving Away the AA Program
February 2012
A member questions the many changes to meeting formats over the years
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.