For some bizarre reason there are people who are hell bent on telling us that AA doesn't work, or it's a cult, or it's a Christian/Religious program; that admitting "powerlessess" makes us wimps or zombies or cultists or doormats. I read this stuff and ask myself "What meetings do these people go to? Have they ever really looked at the steps, or are they just making assumptions based on their own personal agenda and baggage?".
I look at the people around the table at my home group, and I see happiness, and hear laughter, and hopefulness. And this is bad because...?
Are 12-step programs for everyone? Of course not. But...
Originally Posted by
Pigtails 
I am new to AA but so far have found that it helps me stay sober much easier than I can on my own.
...then that's all you need to know.
And CONGRATULATIONS on your 13 days!