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tina26
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hi tam, I was thinking that the steps will be a big part of my program...stubborn is my middle name
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jv_
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10-16-2009
10:24 PM
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October 17, 2009
Surprise
Somewhat to our surprise, staying sober turns out not to be the grim,
wet-blanket experience we had expected!
While we were drinking, a life without alcohol seemed like no life at all.
But for most members of AA, living sober is really living -- a joyous experience. . .
The trick is to stay and to live sober.
- Living Sober, Foreword
Thought to Ponder . . .
Life didn't end when I got sober -- it started.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
O D A A T = One Day At A Time.
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October 17, 2009
Surprise
Somewhat to our surprise, staying sober turns out not to be the grim,
wet-blanket experience we had expected!
While we were drinking, a life without alcohol seemed like no life at all.
But for most members of AA, living sober is really living -- a joyous experience. . .
The trick is to stay and to live sober.
- Living Sober, Foreword
Thought to Ponder . . .
Life didn't end when I got sober -- it started.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
O D A A T = One Day At A Time.
jv_
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10-17-2009
10:47 PM
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October 18, 2009
Insanity
No alcoholic. soberly analyzing his destructive behavior,
whether the destruction fell on the dining-room furniture or his own moral fiber,
can claim "soundness of mind" for himself.
- As Bill Sees It, p. 141
Thought to Ponder . . .
I sit at a meeting until the bus of sanity comes by; then, I climb aboard.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
T L C = Tears, Laughter, Caring.
A MEMBER SHARES:
My name is Richie, and I am a grateful recovering alcoholic. They say insanity is doing things over and over again, expecting a different result. When I was drinking, I would become a madman on a mission to wherever my next drink would take me. My whole personality would change for the worse. I would fight with anyone who didn't agree with my own messed-up thinking. I became my own nemesis. My family got the worst of my cruelty and bitterness toward life. I am still trying to make amends there. My parents would worry incessantly at home on the weekend nights wondering if I was dead or in jail. It broke my mom's heart. There were hospital visits for stitches and broken bones, counseling sessions with everyone telling me I was on the road to ruin. The madness just wouldn't stop. Then freedom arose from my own misery: I took your hand, walked through the doors, and became involved in AA. It was one of you who welcomed me, gave me a cup of coffee, and invited me to keep coming back. When I had tears in my eyes, asking for help, you listened with kindness and compassion. No more insanity. You showed me the way. Today I am doing things the complete opposite of the old Richie. Thank you for letting me share. To respond to the sharer, please email DTShare@aaonline.net and it will be forwarded to them.
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October 18, 2009
Insanity
No alcoholic. soberly analyzing his destructive behavior,
whether the destruction fell on the dining-room furniture or his own moral fiber,
can claim "soundness of mind" for himself.
- As Bill Sees It, p. 141
Thought to Ponder . . .
I sit at a meeting until the bus of sanity comes by; then, I climb aboard.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
T L C = Tears, Laughter, Caring.
A MEMBER SHARES:
My name is Richie, and I am a grateful recovering alcoholic. They say insanity is doing things over and over again, expecting a different result. When I was drinking, I would become a madman on a mission to wherever my next drink would take me. My whole personality would change for the worse. I would fight with anyone who didn't agree with my own messed-up thinking. I became my own nemesis. My family got the worst of my cruelty and bitterness toward life. I am still trying to make amends there. My parents would worry incessantly at home on the weekend nights wondering if I was dead or in jail. It broke my mom's heart. There were hospital visits for stitches and broken bones, counseling sessions with everyone telling me I was on the road to ruin. The madness just wouldn't stop. Then freedom arose from my own misery: I took your hand, walked through the doors, and became involved in AA. It was one of you who welcomed me, gave me a cup of coffee, and invited me to keep coming back. When I had tears in my eyes, asking for help, you listened with kindness and compassion. No more insanity. You showed me the way. Today I am doing things the complete opposite of the old Richie. Thank you for letting me share. To respond to the sharer, please email DTShare@aaonline.net and it will be forwarded to them.
(All shares are reproduced with the kind permission of the person sharing)
jv_
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10-18-2009
11:39 PM
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October 19, 2009
Inspiration
Being still inexperienced and having just made conscious contact with God,
it is not probable that we are going to be inspired at all times.
We might pay for this presumption in all sorts of absurd actions and ideas.
Nevertheless, we find that our thinking will, as time passes,
be more and more on the plane of inspiration. We come to rely on it.
- Alcoholics Anonymous, p. 87
Thought to Ponder . . .
I stood in the sunlight at last.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
F A I T H = For All I Trust Him.
AAOnline.net is going to host a Hospitality Suite
at the International Convention in San Antonio, Texas USA, July 1-4, 2010,
and you can help too. If you're interested, please visit:
aaonline.net/2010/
Thanks to all of you for sharing so generously of your experience, strength and hope in carrying the AA message.
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October 19, 2009
Inspiration
Being still inexperienced and having just made conscious contact with God,
it is not probable that we are going to be inspired at all times.
We might pay for this presumption in all sorts of absurd actions and ideas.
Nevertheless, we find that our thinking will, as time passes,
be more and more on the plane of inspiration. We come to rely on it.
- Alcoholics Anonymous, p. 87
Thought to Ponder . . .
I stood in the sunlight at last.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
F A I T H = For All I Trust Him.
AAOnline.net is going to host a Hospitality Suite
at the International Convention in San Antonio, Texas USA, July 1-4, 2010,
and you can help too. If you're interested, please visit:
aaonline.net/2010/
Thanks to all of you for sharing so generously of your experience, strength and hope in carrying the AA message.
jv_
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10-19-2009
11:22 PM
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October 20, 2009
Loneliness
When I fearfully crept into that old building that first day,
I was greeted with a gentle invitation: "Come on in. Let's talk it over."
And everyone assured me I was not alone and need never to be alone again.
- The Best of the Grapevine [Vol. 1], p. 36
Thought to Ponder . . .
We need to share our problems to find our solutions.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
Y A N A = You Are Not Alone.
AAOnline.net is going to host a Hospitality Suite
at the International Convention in San Antonio, Texas USA, July 1-4, 2010,
and you can help too. If you're interested, please visit:
aaonline.net/2010/
(courtesy AAOnline.net)
October 20, 2009
Loneliness
When I fearfully crept into that old building that first day,
I was greeted with a gentle invitation: "Come on in. Let's talk it over."
And everyone assured me I was not alone and need never to be alone again.
- The Best of the Grapevine [Vol. 1], p. 36
Thought to Ponder . . .
We need to share our problems to find our solutions.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
Y A N A = You Are Not Alone.
AAOnline.net is going to host a Hospitality Suite
at the International Convention in San Antonio, Texas USA, July 1-4, 2010,
and you can help too. If you're interested, please visit:
aaonline.net/2010/
jv_
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10-20-2009
11:54 PM
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October 21, 2009
Faith
Believe more deeply. Hold your face up to the Light,
even though for the moment you do not see.
- As Bill Sees It, p. 3
Thought to Ponder . . .
Courage is faith that has said its prayers.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
F A I T H = Finding Answers In The Heart.
A MEMBER SHARES:
Hi all, I'm Peyton and I'm a grateful alcoholic. Faith was truly lacking in me by the time I got to AA. I was at the point that I doubted whether my Higher Power could help me or even if I would let my HP help me. In any case, the day I came to this room, I was at the end of my rope. I knew that if I didn't get help soon, I was going to be dead, and if I couldn't stop drinking, I wanted death sooner rather than later. My prayer was the same as many other alkies I've listened to, "Help me, God!" I'd never thought about AA being online and at that moment, I felt compelled to look online for some kind of AA help. This room was the first thing I saw, so in I came, scared, desperate for a drink, and trying to believe that it could get better. The welcome I received, the love, prayers and support were overwhelming. I felt at home, with people who actually knew what my life was like. That moment helped me to start having faith again -- when the only three words I could utter were, "Help me, God!" And, Wow! Help me, He did! Some days are struggles and it's hard to believe things will get better, yet my faith is still there to remind me that my HP is faithful and will help me get through whatever happens. Thanks for allowing me to share this evening.
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October 21, 2009
Faith
Believe more deeply. Hold your face up to the Light,
even though for the moment you do not see.
- As Bill Sees It, p. 3
Thought to Ponder . . .
Courage is faith that has said its prayers.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
F A I T H = Finding Answers In The Heart.
A MEMBER SHARES:
Hi all, I'm Peyton and I'm a grateful alcoholic. Faith was truly lacking in me by the time I got to AA. I was at the point that I doubted whether my Higher Power could help me or even if I would let my HP help me. In any case, the day I came to this room, I was at the end of my rope. I knew that if I didn't get help soon, I was going to be dead, and if I couldn't stop drinking, I wanted death sooner rather than later. My prayer was the same as many other alkies I've listened to, "Help me, God!" I'd never thought about AA being online and at that moment, I felt compelled to look online for some kind of AA help. This room was the first thing I saw, so in I came, scared, desperate for a drink, and trying to believe that it could get better. The welcome I received, the love, prayers and support were overwhelming. I felt at home, with people who actually knew what my life was like. That moment helped me to start having faith again -- when the only three words I could utter were, "Help me, God!" And, Wow! Help me, He did! Some days are struggles and it's hard to believe things will get better, yet my faith is still there to remind me that my HP is faithful and will help me get through whatever happens. Thanks for allowing me to share this evening.
To respond to the sharer, please email DTShare@aaonline.net and it will be forwarded to them.
(All shares are reproduced with the kind permission of the person sharing)
jv_
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10-21-2009
10:57 PM
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October 22, 2009
Powerlessness
Our admissions of personal powerlessness finally turn out to be firm bedrock
upon which happy and purposeful lives may be built.
We know that little good can come to any alcoholic who joins AA
unless he has first accepted his devastating weakness and all its consequences.
- Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, p. 21
Thought to Ponder . . .
Every recovery from alcoholism began with one sober hour.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
K I S S = Keep It Simple, Surrender.
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October 22, 2009
Powerlessness
Our admissions of personal powerlessness finally turn out to be firm bedrock
upon which happy and purposeful lives may be built.
We know that little good can come to any alcoholic who joins AA
unless he has first accepted his devastating weakness and all its consequences.
- Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, p. 21
Thought to Ponder . . .
Every recovery from alcoholism began with one sober hour.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
K I S S = Keep It Simple, Surrender.
jv_
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10-23-2009
10:30 PM
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AA Thought for the Day
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October 24, 2009
Defenseless
We are without defense against the first drink.
The almost certain consequences that follow taking even a glass of beer
do not crowd into the mind to deter us. . .
There is a complete failure of the kind of defense
that keeps one from putting his hand on a hot stove.
- Alcoholics Anonymous, p.24
Thought to Ponder . . .
The ultimate defense against the first drink is a spiritual one.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
A A = Always Aware.
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October 24, 2009
Defenseless
We are without defense against the first drink.
The almost certain consequences that follow taking even a glass of beer
do not crowd into the mind to deter us. . .
There is a complete failure of the kind of defense
that keeps one from putting his hand on a hot stove.
- Alcoholics Anonymous, p.24
Thought to Ponder . . .
The ultimate defense against the first drink is a spiritual one.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
A A = Always Aware.
jv_
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10-25-2009
01:01 AM
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October 25, 2009
Gratitude
When brimming with gratitude,
one's heartbeat must surely result in outgoing love,
the finest emotion that we can ever know.
- As Bill Sees It, p. 37
Thought to Ponder . . .
There is a calmness to a life lived in gratitude, a quiet joy.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
H J F = Happy, Joyous, Free.
A MEMBER SHARES:
My name is Ramona, and I am a recovering alcoholic. Like so many things I heard around here when I was new, I had no meaningful understanding of gratitude. Many of the words that I thought I knew the meaning to have taken on new, different and deeper meanings since coming to AA and working the Steps. The longer I stay sober, remain teachable, and work the Steps, the more is being revealed. Gratitude is one of those words whose meaning has changed. It is no longer how I look to the outside world that I am most grateful for, or how much stuff I have or don't have, it is the inside stuff that is invaluable, that I am grateful for. I didn't believe I had much to be grateful for when I got back here. Due to my choice to drink and my choices while drinking, I suffered consequences beyond my comprehension. I had lost everything I thought mattered, and sure didn't see anything to be grateful about. But one thing I did have was the gift of desperation, and through prior knowledge, I knew AA was the only hope for me. Today, I am grateful for that desperate state of being I was in when I got back here, because it was the foundation that allowed this program to work for me this time, one day at a time. Through this program, the things I am grateful for have changed. Today, I am most grateful for my close AA friends who never gave up on me, those who are still there for me when I am down on myself, and need to share the pain, or the truth, or just cry -- those are the friends I also share the good turns and the blessings with. We share life's ups and downs with each other as fellow alcoholics. They are true friends in this Fellowship, people who have loved and love me until I can love myself. I am grateful I have new principles to live by. To respond to the sharer, please email DTShare@aaonline.net and it will be forwarded to them.
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October 25, 2009
Gratitude
When brimming with gratitude,
one's heartbeat must surely result in outgoing love,
the finest emotion that we can ever know.
- As Bill Sees It, p. 37
Thought to Ponder . . .
There is a calmness to a life lived in gratitude, a quiet joy.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
H J F = Happy, Joyous, Free.
A MEMBER SHARES:
My name is Ramona, and I am a recovering alcoholic. Like so many things I heard around here when I was new, I had no meaningful understanding of gratitude. Many of the words that I thought I knew the meaning to have taken on new, different and deeper meanings since coming to AA and working the Steps. The longer I stay sober, remain teachable, and work the Steps, the more is being revealed. Gratitude is one of those words whose meaning has changed. It is no longer how I look to the outside world that I am most grateful for, or how much stuff I have or don't have, it is the inside stuff that is invaluable, that I am grateful for. I didn't believe I had much to be grateful for when I got back here. Due to my choice to drink and my choices while drinking, I suffered consequences beyond my comprehension. I had lost everything I thought mattered, and sure didn't see anything to be grateful about. But one thing I did have was the gift of desperation, and through prior knowledge, I knew AA was the only hope for me. Today, I am grateful for that desperate state of being I was in when I got back here, because it was the foundation that allowed this program to work for me this time, one day at a time. Through this program, the things I am grateful for have changed. Today, I am most grateful for my close AA friends who never gave up on me, those who are still there for me when I am down on myself, and need to share the pain, or the truth, or just cry -- those are the friends I also share the good turns and the blessings with. We share life's ups and downs with each other as fellow alcoholics. They are true friends in this Fellowship, people who have loved and love me until I can love myself. I am grateful I have new principles to live by. To respond to the sharer, please email DTShare@aaonline.net and it will be forwarded to them.
(All shares are reproduced with the kind permission of the person sharing)
jv_
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10-25-2009
11:23 PM
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October 26, 2009
Anger
If we were to live, we had to be free of anger.
The grouch and the brainstorm were not for us.
They may be the luxury of normal men, but for alcoholics,
these things are poison.
- Alcoholics Anonymous, p. 66
Thought to Ponder . . .
Anger is the wind that blows out the light of reason.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
A A = Avoid Anger.
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October 26, 2009
Anger
If we were to live, we had to be free of anger.
The grouch and the brainstorm were not for us.
They may be the luxury of normal men, but for alcoholics,
these things are poison.
- Alcoholics Anonymous, p. 66
Thought to Ponder . . .
Anger is the wind that blows out the light of reason.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
A A = Avoid Anger.
jv_
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10-26-2009
11:40 PM
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October 27, 2009
Forgiveness
Forgiveness of self and forgiveness of others
are just two currents in the same river,
both hindered or shut off completely by the dam of resentment.
Once the dam is lifted, both currents can flow.
- Daily Reflections, p. 146
Thought to Ponder . . .
Forgiveness of others is a gift to yourself.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
P A U S E = Patience And Understanding Succeed Every time.
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October 27, 2009
Forgiveness
Forgiveness of self and forgiveness of others
are just two currents in the same river,
both hindered or shut off completely by the dam of resentment.
Once the dam is lifted, both currents can flow.
- Daily Reflections, p. 146
Thought to Ponder . . .
Forgiveness of others is a gift to yourself.
AA-related 'Alconym' . . .
P A U S E = Patience And Understanding Succeed Every time.
