Distilled Spirits

Where are all the old-timers? I've heard the question asked over and over. Well, maybe they're out demonstrating that the AA program of recovery, contained in the Big Book, works--that if you follow the suggestions as outlined, you can once again be a useful member of the community. I think the real question is this: What can be done to get the old-timers to come to more meetings, where they can share their experience, strength, and hope with the newcomer and demonstrate that the program works if you work it.