by Douglas | Nov 1, 2024 | Article
2024 Santa Clarita Valley Convention by Judy F. Another year and another Santa Clarita Valley Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous has passed. Another weekend of fellowship, speakers, and hotel banquet food – did everyone who had an opportunity to attend have a good...
by Douglas | Oct 1, 2024 | Article
12 Traditions at Home and Work by Doug W. This article explores the application of A.A.’s 12 Traditions to our personal and professional lives, reflecting on our step work “… to practice these principles in all our affairs” (Step 12, pg. 60). We also strive to “…...
by Douglas | Oct 1, 2024 | Article
The History of Gratitude Month by Judy F. “The idea is in the air that A.A. might adopt Thanksgiving week as a time for meetings and meditation on the Traditions,” A.A. co-founder Bill W. wrote in the November 1949 issue of the Grapevine (Language of the Heart, p....
by Douglas | Sep 1, 2024 | Article
Tradition Three by Judy F. The Only Requirement for A.A. Membership Is a Desire to Stop Drinking The Traditions of A.A. were first introduced by the founder Bill W., who wrote a series of essays for the Grapevine in April 1946. They were titled “Twelve Points to...
by Douglas | Sep 1, 2024 | Article
Supporting the Value of the Central Office by Doug W. As a trusted servant to the Central Office for some time, I often encounter the question: “What do they do, and why should I support them?” I firmly believe in the Central Office’s value to A.A. members and those...
by Douglas | Aug 1, 2024 | Article
History of Women in A.A. by Judy F. “I asked, ‘Is this AA?’ One man said, ‘Yes, but we ain’t got no women.’ I said, ‘You do now,’ and sat down on the couch in the front of the room.” — Grapevine Daily Quote July 5, 2024 “The Seven-Day Test,” Lexington, KY; November...
