JdA,
I like your approach to the problem. I'm a big fan of observation and experimentation when seeking success. Warnings from others that your methods will fail are worth considering, but not always logical because success by alcoholics from all walks of life using different paths and resources is continually demonstrated. Sure it's also true that failure can be demonstrated as well, but that is not limited only to only those outside of the AA program, as you have surely observed by now.