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The kids were always thirsty. . .

<emphasis type="italic">Stendhal or The Pursuit of Happiness</emphasis> by Matthew Josephson (Doubleday &amp; Company, Inc., $4)

The trick is being grateful that you are grateful

A new member learns a few tricks to feel better and gain some self-esteem. And it’s as easy as tucking in his sheets

Struggling to find his Higher Power, he asked for a sign

Happiness, even joy, can be attainable and lasting

His drinking pushed away the one he loved most. But that didn’t stop him—until it did

He took a tumble but landed on his feet in AA

At six months sober she left the meeting in a huff. Her plan?
Head straight for the liquor store

She used to really tie one on at the annual office holiday parties. What now?

Praying for an answer—but in the meantime, putting one foot in front of the other

Grace, grown out of desperation, blooms in her life

Off to the world of retirement I went! Larry and I made our way down from New York. Before we moved, we had visited and gone to a few AA meetings.

The ability to connect with others started by keeping my mouth shut and letting differing opinions and experiences into my consciousness.

I read all the works of the great philosophers—and I do mean all. I did not have an epiphany.