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When he gets a Twelfth Step call, he doesn’t question it, he just goes

Stranded on an island in Alaska, a member looks up, says a prayer and lets a little joy take flight

The suit he bought in early sobriety has seen many occasions. This one is dear to his heart

While looking for a grand spiritual experience, he came to see that his awakening was the result of many moments along the way

Living in a predominately white country overseas, an African American man discovers that he can feel at home in an AA meeting anywhere

A woman comes to understand the Fourth Step through winter's responsibilities

The hand of AA was there before he went to a meeting when he first reached out for help