A Special Bond
February 2025
| Longtimers
Four guys who got sober together long ago meet to talk, laugh and yes, give each other a big hug
A Little Faith
February 2025
| Longtimers
Because of his religious childhood, he had a hard time with Step Two—until he found that all he needed was willingness
Smooth Moves
February 2025
| Longtimers
A business meeting is a perfect place, he says, to round the edges, get along and get the job done
Wake Up Call
February 2025
| Longtimers
Divorced and disillusioned, this retiree was about to leave the state—and AA too. Good thing he made it to his noon meeting
A Second Chance
February 2025
| Longtimers
Mom went to all the kid’s games, all right—with a flask. Luckily, AA helped her win their love back
Be Not Afraid
February 2025
| Longtimers
A sober firefighter’s near-death experience reminds him that he’s always taken care of
Happy to See my Friends
February 2025
| Longtimers
There’s a super special place he goes every Saturday morning. It’s not just any meeting, it’s his anchor
Living Life
February 2025
| Longtimers
This “winter Texan” is hitting the road with her husband and finding meetings everywhere they go
Hotel Serenity
February 2025
| Longtimers
The clinking glasses and the mini-bar were telling her to check out. Luckily she found a reason to hang on
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