Sober at 75
March 2023
| Get Into Service
It took a while for alcohol to catch up to him and even longer for him to admit it. But oh, life is so much better now
Priceless
January 2023
| Spiritual Awakenings
A member in New York fondly recalls a sponsorship relationship that became a work of art
The mop will set you free
June 2022
| Stories by Longtimers!
When he got to AA, he had disappointed everyone and his self-esteem was shot. Sponsor to the rescue!
No Matter What
June 2022
| Stories by Longtimers!
Getting sober for this nonbinary trans alcoholic was not easy. And it was about to get harder
Saying yes
April 2022
| What's On Your Mind?
A sponsee he’ll never forget taught him something he’ll always remember
Another One Bites the Dust
April 2022
| What's On Your Mind?
Another journey through Step Four helped him let go of old resentments—and the first one began with Mom
Lost in Jackson Heights
November 2021
| Prayer and Meditation
A smart New York City kid discovers alcohol and loses all the things he loves most
Best Hamburger Ever
July 2021
| The Annual Prison Issue
How a much needed meal served up the ingredients for repeated acts of kindness
Love and Teamwork
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
With Steps and a good sponsor, he learned to have a healthy relationship after a wild life of liquor and romantic chaos
It takes love
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
With acceptance, willingness and lots of help, a sober guy heals his way into a true partnership
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.