Opportunity Knocks
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By:
Ted K.
| Dublin, Ohio
Taking a chance on the gift of sobriety
Reading & Healing
June 2023
| Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions
By:
Barbara Jean H.
| Pennington, New Jersey
Invaluable questions in the “Twelve and Twelve” helped repair a mom’s relationship with her daughter
A Short Little Word
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By:
Susan L.
| Conshohocken, Pa
When she thinks of taking a drink, her sponsor speaks one word to her
The Man in Dakar
March 2023
| Get Into Service
By:
Ruthie S.
| Lumberton, Texas
I jumped from my seat. I demanded that we didn’t need AA. I remember feeling embarrassed after my tirade because he just continued to speak politely.
My Home Group
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By:
Rob. C.
| Birdsboro, PA
The perfect home group? This AA discovered it the first time he stepped into a meeting
Meditation Brought Clarity to This Atheist
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By:
Marck B.
| Little Rock, Ark.
A beautifully written ode to the strength of spirituality
Learn To Take Less And Get More
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By:
Tim D.
| Lexington, KY
For this alcoholic, sobriety is all about the ABC’s
Simplicity
March 2022
| Emotional Sobriety
By:
Shannon H.
| Montgomery, Ala
A member says when it comes to thinking and acting, finding the right balance is key
Sobriety Gained
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By:
Liah H.
| Kihei, Hawaii
A reminder to always treasure that most precious gift, sobriety
Date nights
December 2021
| Remote Communities & Sober Holidays
By:
Jean W.
| Elkton, Md.
Other couples in AA began inviting us out for coffee. Suggestions, such as greeting each other with a kiss or ending the day with a slow dance, helped to rekindle our lost intimacy.
Is There Safety In Numbers?
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By:
Eryn M.
| Fort Morgan, Colo.
Even though it’s growing in size, her home group remains a place of family, connection and purpose
Unexpected Retreat
June 2021
| Dating & Relationships
By:
Sarah M.
| Tacoma, Wash.
Where would she ever find AA on a remote mountain during a pandemic? She was about to be surprised
Big Book, Coffeepot & Me
October 2020
| Money and Sobriety
By:
Greg H.
| Park Forest, Ill.
For the first two months, I’d show up Wednesday nights at the appointed time, unlock the space, make coffee and sit there and read. After an hour, I’d dump the coffee.
Lady Love
April 2012
By:
Candy A.
| Morgantown, West Virginia
In sobriety, she learned to respect herself and how to build relationships
No Stone Unturned
April 2012
By:
Dina T.
| Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina
A Fourth Step freed her from constantly asking, "Why me?"
Web Exclusive: A Nun's Story
November 2011
By:
Sister MM.
| Monroe, Michigan
She came to believe in a God to whom she had previously given lip service when she was drinking
We Keep the Lights On
November 2011
By:
Vera T.
| Montana
There's nothing like the warmth and love of a small-town home group
The Sweet Smell of Whiskey
October 2011
By:
Nora B.
| Little Rock, Arkansas
Our hope and love is deeper than any pint. Every day I will put actions behind my prayers.
Not Fooling Anyone, Even Myself
March 2011
By:
Jim D.
| Sylvania, Ohio
An old-timer’s journey out of fear and shame that people would find out he joined AA
Kite trick
March 2010
By:
MARY C.
| Fort Wayne, Ind.
A dollar store kite carries a valuable Third step lesson
FOUR DAYS AND COUNTING
February 2010
By:
JENN H.
| Wildwood Crest, N.J.
A teen, barely sober and struggling, attends a YPAA and is hooked
Tradition 4: From the Bottom Up
April 2008
By:
Dave R.
| Manchester, New Hampshire
How change really happens
Long Live The Wimp
November 2007
By:
Mel B.
| Toledo, Ohio
A story about caution, comfort, and the safety of AA
Deadly Vacation
September 2007
By:
Fred C.
| Roanoke, Virginia
A little time off leads to a long trip back
