It’s a way of life
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
Woodstoves, rides with strangers, wonderful friends and lots of coffee. An oldtimer remembers the early days
The Crazy 8
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
A jovial crew of eager volunteers gathers to bring love and fellowship to a sponsor on the mend
When Things Happen
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
A longtime member ponders what to do when home group conflicts arise
Unexpected Retreat
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
Where would she ever find AA on a remote mountain during a pandemic? She was about to be surprised
Greeter? What’s a Greeter?
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
Setting up chairs? Putting out the books? She’s thrilled to be sober, but what’s everyone talking about?
Down but Happy
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
It’s hard being in this prison. I’m celebrating my anniversary alone. Working a program of recovery in prison can be a lonely road to walk.
See? I’m not an Alcoholic!
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
He wasn’t about to stop drinking. Then one day a sober Navy buddy put him to the test
PRO•CRAS•TIN•A•TION
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
When he does the Steps, character defects get lifted. But is today the day to be ready to look at this five-syllable word?
Amends with the ex
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
Luckily, she got another good look in the mirror before meeting an old flame—this time to check her motives
Letter from the Editor
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
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