When duty calls
December 2021
| Remote Communities & Sober Holidays
I pulled over and ran to where he was. Multiple people had their cell phones out. At that moment the “injured” man sat straight up. Thank God, I thought, he’s alive.
Letting mom in
December 2021
| Remote Communities & Sober Holidays
Sometimes we make tough choices when we get sober. But there’s always a chance for forgiveness when we try
Groundhog day
November 2021
| Prayer and Meditation
Once lost in an endless merry-go-round of blackouts and hidden bottles, a newcomer mom is happy to be back
Clear signal
November 2021
| Prayer and Meditation
When times get hard and we’re hit by a storm, we can always make an adjustment to improve the connection
In need of care
November 2021
| Prayer and Meditation
Helping others all day was this nurse’s job. Now it was her turn to ask for help
Once upon a time in L.A.
October 2021
| Cooperation With Professionals (CPC)
The son of one of AA’s earliest members shares his own story and what he’s learned over the years
Two mornings
September 2021
| Young & Sober!
What matters most
September 2021
| Young & Sober!
Sometimes the results of our efforts to make amends take years. Sometimes they come after a lot of painful rejection. God’s timing is often mysterious, but it’s perfect.
Her turn
September 2021
| Young & Sober!
Her dad wanted her to get sober too, so he led by example—well, and maybe a few hints around the house
Best Cup Ever
August 2021
| Seniors in AA
Instead of calming, a newcomer mom’s mountain weekend becomes stressful and anxious. Luckily, she goes to get coffee
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