Finding my Crew
February 2024
| Getting Through Tough Times
When he crash-landed in a Cincinnati clubhouse at 23, he had no idea how his new life would take off
I’m Your Man
February 2024
| Getting Through Tough Times
His long, beautiful journey with Jack included race cars, Big Books and, yes, matzo ball soup
Goodbye My Friend
February 2024
| Getting Through Tough Times
A member shares his love, fear and sadness as a longtime AA friend says he’s leaving the program
One of those Days
February 2024
| Getting Through Tough Times
Sour milk, howling dog, ruined coat ... a longtimer recalls how a mud puddle saved his morning
At Wit’s End
February 2024
| Getting Through Tough Times
Just Don’t Drink
Web Exclusives
| Grapevine Online Exclusives
Even after more than 40 years in the program, he still carries his sobriety chip with him
Alcohol, My Master
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| Grapevine Online Exclusives
Falling in love with life rather than alcohol
The Ninth Step—The Gift That Keeps On Giving
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| Grapevine Online Exclusives
Making an amends, done thoughtfully, sometimes makes other amends unnecessary
The Little Oak Tree
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| Grapevine Online Exclusives
It takes loving care and plenty of light to grow an oak tree—and a sober alcoholic
The Importance of Powerlessness
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| Grapevine Online Exclusives
Hearing “How It Works” refreshes her sobriety anew each meeting she attends
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