The smell of freedom
May 2019
| Our Big Book–80 Wonderful Years
When it was time to admit, she spent some quiet time in a very special place under the sky
Sweet-smelling lies
May 2019
| Our Big Book–80 Wonderful Years
At 16 years, he got bored with AA and starting swallowing mouthwash. It seemed like a good idea
Dear Grapevine
May 2019
| Our Big Book–80 Wonderful Years
Built on Rock
September 2011
He learned that a strong belief in a higher power was the foundation he needed to stay sober
My Parking Spot God
September 2011
She learned that she was going to need God's help for more than just the little stuff
After the Fire
September 2011
Upon completing a Fifth Step, a member experiences a powerful connection with her higher power
A Starry Night in June
September 2011
Not everyone has a white light experience as described by Bill W., but there's lots of variation on the light spectrum
The Garden of the Present Moment
September 2011
A Buddhist in AA talks about how through sobriety, he was able to truly practice his faith
10-78, Over and Out
September 2011
A cop realizes he needs assistance and requires back up to deal with his alcoholism
Facing Our Fears
September 2011
Getting sober was only the first spiritual challenge she was able to face with the help of AA
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