Recovery for me is to live my life without alcohol or the temptation to drink alcohol. At this point the 12 steps aren't part of my equation.
The one thing I think is good about the 12 steps is that it helps people work on themselves. I believe life is a journey for alcoholics and non-alcoholics. Life is a great big classroom, but many people just coast. Alcoholics (in recovery), don't have that luxury. Whether you use the 12 steps or work on yourself in other way, it is a journey we are all supposed to take:-)