Learning to live
How AA helped one long-time inmate stay sober in prison and chart a new path
Free on the inside
Although he’s serving a life sentence, the Steps help him to continue to grow and be useful
The pendant
After just one week sober, a newcomer treats herself—but little does she know she has already won the prize
The last thing in his wallet
An old-timer remembers the day he lost everything—but a prayer
Clear blue water
Amazed at her new sober life, she’s reminded of a dream that opened her eyes to a Higher Power
My Golden Chariot
A member in India thanks AA for helping her get sober and making her feel at home
Lean Into It
A leap in the deep end and some AA tools helped her get past her lifelong fears
I Found God on Madison Avenue
After years of searching, his moment came, somewhere around 58th Street
A Different Shade
Once her sponsor showed her how to put down the broad brush, things brightened up
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.