Hi friends , it seems that I have a penchant for discussing that which is very dividing feelings on both sides. However I do not write on these to cause discourse but quite the opposite. I believe it to be very healthy to debate these issues, for our own growth , I believe that in the end we can peacefully agree to disagree and still be friends , as well I believe these discourses strengthen my mind, intellect and spirituality as I learn to listen with an open mind differing opinion, and pos... Read More

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Hi All , I'm new here just checking out some recovery sites. Been on medical leave lately and doing some new stuff. Never actually checked out online recovery sites before, was always too busy going to meetings doing the Steps sponsoring people- Being part of recovery comitees etc.. I just finished listening to one of my favourite speaker tapes Mickey Bush and it was great especially after seeing all the CRAP on the net about recovery rates and people slamming A.A. N.A. Basically all the "12... Read More

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I have written a Newcomers Guide on the sister site 12step.org and would be interested in hearing any comments (positive or negative or in between) concerning this resource. Thanks in advance for your feedback. 

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Hi all,

   I guess this as good a place as any to spill your guts. Many years ago, 22 to be exact, I finally was blessed with the son I had been praying for for 5 years. After 3 weeks his mom who was a biker when I met her in a Pagan bar as a dancer. She was sleeping on the floor of a friends house and already had one nson named John who I toook in as my own. After having my son, she decided that I was the wrong color and she decided that she wanted to be around all black guy... Read More

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FIRST STEP PRAYER:

Dear Lord,

I admit that I am powerless over my addiction.  I admit that my life is unmanageable when I try to control it.  Help me this day to understand the true meaning of powerlessness.  Remove from me all denial of my addiction.

SECOND STEP PRAYER:

Heavenly Father,

I know in my heart that only You can restore me to sanity.&nbs... Read More

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