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**CarolD** · 02-27-2009, 09:57 AM

*~*~*~*~*^Daily Reflections^*~*~*~*~*

A UNIQUE STABILITY

Where does A.A. get its direction? . . . These practical folk then read Tradition Two, and learn that the sole authority in A.A. is a loving God as He may express Himself in the group conscience. . . . The elder statesman is the one who sees the wisdom of the group's decision, who holds no resentment over his reduced status, whose judgment, fortified by considerable experience, is sound, and who is willing to sit quietly on the sidelines patiently awaiting developments.

TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, pp. 132, 135

Into the fabric of recovery from alcoholism are woven the Twelve Steps and the Twelve Traditions. As my recovery progressed, I realized that the new mantle was tailor-made for me. The elders of the group gently offered suggestions when change seemed impossible. Everyone's shared experiences became the substance for treasured friendships. I know that the Fellowship is ready and equipped to aid each suffering alcoholic at all crossroads in life. In a world beset by many problems, I find this assurance a unique stability. I cherish the gift of sobriety. I offer God my gratitude for the strength I receive in a Fellowship that truly exists for the good of all members.

Copyright 1990 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS WORLD SERVICES, INC.

CAPTAINZING2000 · 02-27-2009, 10:01 AM

Carol

I can forget to open up my meditation books at home but, since I've been on here, I read them daily.

thank you for posting them daily

hugs

chris

**CarolD** · 02-27-2009, 10:58 AM

Thanks Zing....
I can no longer read my books.... sooo

this SR service work suits me perfectly.

Pancake · 02-27-2009, 11:24 AM

Nice Thread you two! CarolD...?? How come you can no longer read ur books? That doesn't make sense to me? I'm gonna buy me a "Daily Reflections" book tomorrow night's meeting in Lacombe, Alberta. I went to my 1st ladies meeting at another centre last evening and loved it and ME was aks to read form the Daily Reflections for that day. I think it will be a great morning meditation book for me.

I HOPIN' to get my 2 month Chip tomorrow evening's meeting. It's a Birthday meeting for two members! 21 years and 12 years...how cool is that I aks??? I'm so EXcited for it!

Love Pancake =^..^= xo :ghug2

**CarolD** · 02-27-2009, 11:50 AM

I have an eye disease that has taken away part of my vision.
No more driving or reading can be done.
I use a program for on line communication that speaks to me.
What a blessing that is!....

Congratulations on your sober time....AA is an awesome adventure

Pancake · 02-27-2009, 02:40 PM

Dear CarolD

OMG I am so sorry and saddened of your eye disease. Yet, in the face of adversity you come on SR to offer your wisdom and generosity and kindness and help to all others. What a "Wonderful" and truly awesome gift you give!! I am grateful for YOU and all that you offer...you are a true inspiration Carol!

Love Pancake =^..^= xxoo

Sheryl85 · 02-27-2009, 03:32 PM

Our CarolD ain't going to let no thing like diminished vision slow her down for long!

**Astro** · 02-27-2009, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sheryl85

Our CarolD ain't going to let no thing like diminished vision slow her down for long!

That's for sure! I had the honor of meeting Carol in person last summer, she's a pistol! Carol's an "AA Angel"

**CarolD** · 02-27-2009, 06:04 PM

Thank y'all for the kind words

CAPTAINZING2000 · 02-27-2009, 07:11 PM

lol

I feel so bad now every time you delete one of my threads and I'm a cussing you

big hugs

02-27-2009, 09:57 AM	#1 (permalink)
CarolD Forum Leader Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Serene In Dixie Posts: 34,835	Daily Reflections ~~~~^Daily Reflections^~~~~ A UNIQUE STABILITY Where does A.A. get its direction? . . . These practical folk then read Tradition Two, and learn that the sole authority in A.A. is a loving God as He may express Himself in the group conscience. . . . The elder statesman is the one who sees the wisdom of the group's decision, who holds no resentment over his reduced status, whose judgment, fortified by considerable experience, is sound, and who is willing to sit quietly on the sidelines patiently awaiting developments. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, pp. 132, 135 Into the fabric of recovery from alcoholism are woven the Twelve Steps and the Twelve Traditions. As my recovery progressed, I realized that the new mantle was tailor-made for me. The elders of the group gently offered suggestions when change seemed impossible. Everyone's shared experiences became the substance for treasured friendships. I know that the Fellowship is ready and equipped to aid each suffering alcoholic at all crossroads in life. In a world beset by many problems, I find this assurance a unique stability. I cherish the gift of sobriety. I offer God my gratitude for the strength I receive in a Fellowship that truly exists for the good of all members. Copyright 1990 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS WORLD SERVICES, INC. __________________ Each Day Sober Is A Victory!! Joy In AA Recovery!

02-27-2009, 10:01 AM	#2 (permalink)
CAPTAINZING2000 Psalm 118:24 Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: ILLINOIS Posts: 9,445 Blog Entries: 1	Carol I can forget to open up my meditation books at home but, since I've been on here, I read them daily. thank you for posting them daily hugs chris __________________ LIFE IS GOD'S GIFT TO YOU WHAT YOU DO WITH YOUR LIFE IS YOUR GIFT TO GOD J - Jesus first O - Others next Y - Yourself last John 14:6

02-27-2009, 10:58 AM	#3 (permalink)
CarolD Forum Leader Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Serene In Dixie Posts: 34,835	Thanks Zing.... I can no longer read my books.... sooo this SR service work suits me perfectly. __________________ Each Day Sober Is A Victory!! Joy In AA Recovery!

02-27-2009, 11:24 AM	#4 (permalink)
Pancake Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 512	Nice Thread you two! CarolD...?? How come you can no longer read ur books? That doesn't make sense to me? I'm gonna buy me a "Daily Reflections" book tomorrow night's meeting in Lacombe, Alberta. I went to my 1st ladies meeting at another centre last evening and loved it and ME was aks to read form the Daily Reflections for that day. I think it will be a great morning meditation book for me. I HOPIN' to get my 2 month Chip tomorrow evening's meeting. It's a Birthday meeting for two members! 21 years and 12 years...how cool is that I aks??? I'm so EXcited for it! Love Pancake =^..^= xo :ghug2 __________________ Sober since January 1, 2009 NON-Smoker since September 16, 2009

02-27-2009, 11:50 AM	#5 (permalink)
CarolD Forum Leader Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Serene In Dixie Posts: 34,835	I have an eye disease that has taken away part of my vision. No more driving or reading can be done. I use a program for on line communication that speaks to me. What a blessing that is!.... Congratulations on your sober time....AA is an awesome adventure __________________ Each Day Sober Is A Victory!! Joy In AA Recovery! Last edited by CarolD; 02-27-2010 at 06:18 AM. Reason: typo

02-27-2009, 02:40 PM	#6 (permalink)
Pancake Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 512	Dear CarolD OMG I am so sorry and saddened of your eye disease. Yet, in the face of adversity you come on SR to offer your wisdom and generosity and kindness and help to all others. What a "Wonderful" and truly awesome gift you give!! I am grateful for YOU and all that you offer...you are a true inspiration Carol! Love Pancake =^..^= xxoo __________________ Sober since January 1, 2009 NON-Smoker since September 16, 2009

02-27-2009, 03:32 PM	#7 (permalink)
Sheryl85 '55 Classic Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Waco, TX Posts: 630	Our CarolD ain't going to let no thing like diminished vision slow her down for long! __________________ "Temper is a quality that at a critical moment brings out the best in steel and worst in people." - William Grohse NOTE: All Big Book quotes are from the First Edition of the Big Book

02-27-2009, 06:04 PM	#9 (permalink)
CarolD Forum Leader Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Serene In Dixie Posts: 34,835	Thank y'all for the kind words __________________ Each Day Sober Is A Victory!! Joy In AA Recovery! Last edited by CarolD; 02-27-2010 at 06:17 AM. Reason: typo

02-27-2009, 07:11 PM	#10 (permalink)
CAPTAINZING2000 Psalm 118:24 Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: ILLINOIS Posts: 9,445 Blog Entries: 1	lol I feel so bad now every time you delete one of my threads and I'm a cussing you big hugs __________________ LIFE IS GOD'S GIFT TO YOU WHAT YOU DO WITH YOUR LIFE IS YOUR GIFT TO GOD J - Jesus first O - Others next Y - Yourself last John 14:6

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