The Lost Navajo

I lost my mother to alcohol…Alcohol was like water to me. It made me a monster. I could not stop drinking. What did alcohol give me? Nothing. What has sobriety given me? Everything. Thank you, A.A.

 Leonard F   AA Grapevine  July 2002

Reprinted with permission AA Grapevine

We perceive that only through utter defeat are we able to take our first steps toward liberation and strength. Our admissions of personal powerlessness finally turn out to be firm bedrock upon which happy and purposeful lives may be built.

Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions  pg. 21

Reprinted with permission A.A.W.S.

Our whole attitude and outlook upon life will change.

Big Book  pg. 84

Reprinted with permission A.A.W.S.

It is a most wonderful blessing to be relieved of the terrible curse with which I was afflicted.

Big Book  pg. 180

Reprinted with permission A.A.W.S.

Great Spirit hear me. Thank you for my sobriety.