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Forum: Daily Recovery Readings Yesterday, 10:23 AM
Replies: 15
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Posted By willbe275
Hey Kracker, missing you here. I hope and pray...

Hey Kracker, missing you here.
I hope and pray that that all is
well with you. Stay safe.
Forum: Newcomers Recovery Help and Support Yesterday, 09:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 51
Posted By roverl0616
Becoming Teachable

Everything that we all think that we have to know up to the point of all of us coming into recovery won't do any of us any good going forward. We all have to learn how to live life a new way or we...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings Yesterday, 06:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By bluidkiti
May 10 Loneliness is the first thing which...

May 10

Loneliness is the first thing which God's eye nam'd not good.

~John Milton

Loneliness is a dominant fact of life for many people. It is also a consequence - it is caused. Regardless...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings Yesterday, 06:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By bluidkiti
May 10 Keep growing Right now you have...

May 10

Keep growing

Right now you have an opportunity to grow. Take advantage of that opportunity to add depth, substance, and meaning to life.

No matter what you’ve already accomplished,...
Forum: 12 Steps and 12 Traditions 05-09-2024, 05:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 14,901
Posted By janbear
So much dirt came out every time i took another...

So much dirt came out every time i took another 4th step. It was difficult but necessary to get better. I feel so much better in my life
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-09-2024, 05:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By bluidkiti
May 9 It is important that we plan for the...

May 9

It is important that we plan for the future, imperative that we accept an outcome unplanned.

~Molly McDonald

We sometimes feel confused over how to live just one day at a time while...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-09-2024, 05:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By bluidkiti
May 9 Promises, promises You wouldn’t...

May 9

Promises, promises

You wouldn’t rely on the promise of promptness from someone who is always late. You can’t rely on the promise of payment from someone who is always broke.

A promise...
Forum: Daily Spiritual Meditations 05-08-2024, 06:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,300
Posted By bluidkiti
May 8: This is a time when you must rest and be...

May 8: This is a time when you must rest and be restored. Rise up in the Spirit and access the substance of rejuvenation and receive it by faith. Everything you need to be refreshed and renewed is...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-08-2024, 06:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By bluidkiti
May 8 The luxury of doing good surpasses...

May 8

The luxury of doing good surpasses every other personal enjoyment.

~John Gay

Helping a friend move, listening to a troubled spouse, or doing a special favor for someone can help us in...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-08-2024, 06:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By bluidkiti
May 8 Different choices Just because...

May 8

Different choices

Just because you didn’t, doesn’t mean you can’t. Though you may have wasted much time and opportunity, there’s no need to continue doing so.

The past is the past and...
Forum: Newcomers Recovery Help and Support 05-07-2024, 10:08 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 110
Posted By roverl0616
Choose Carefully

Something has suddenly changed abruptly for all of us and in a very scary way that's very powerful for all of us when this has happened all at once and at the same time. Many of us are taken aback by...
Forum: Daily Spiritual Meditations 05-07-2024, 06:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,300
Posted By bluidkiti
May 7: Hang on to My promises when you have a...

May 7: Hang on to My promises when you have a setback. Overall, you are making progress, but not all things are coming up roses and clover. Challenges are part of life that either break you down or...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-07-2024, 05:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By bluidkiti
May 7 Musts Not what we would, but what...

May 7

Musts

Not what we would, but what we must makes up the sum of living.

~Richard Henry Stoddard

"We must do the things we must" is frequent advice in the program. Each Step is...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-07-2024, 05:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By bluidkiti
May 7 Step up and start The bolts are...

May 7

Step up and start

The bolts are rusty. But give them a forceful turn of the wrench and you just might be able to loosen them.

The stack of papers is twenty inches high. Yet one page at...
Forum: Daily Spiritual Meditations 05-06-2024, 07:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,300
Posted By bluidkiti
May 6: You are in a season of progression. You...

May 6: You are in a season of progression. You will be able to break through invisible barriers that have kept you from achieving certain goals. If you pay attention, you will discover that you are...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-06-2024, 07:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By bluidkiti
May 6 For so must it be, and help me to do...

May 6

For so must it be, and help me to do my part.

~Tibetan saying

It’s been said that God exists only in the present. That means we must live in the present if we are to find God. In God's...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-06-2024, 07:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By bluidkiti
May 6 New fulfillment Allow your life...

May 6

New fulfillment

Allow your life to be good. Appreciate everything you have the opportunity to experience.

There have been times you would have given just about anything to be where you...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-05-2024, 02:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By willbe275
Petitions to my Higher Power God, Each day...

Petitions to my Higher Power

God,
Each day You present me with new opportunities to build up my faith and renew my strength. When the time is right, lead me on a path to helping newcomers. Help...
Forum: Daily Spiritual Meditations 05-05-2024, 06:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,300
Posted By bluidkiti
May 5: Deliberately come into peace as you...

May 5: Deliberately come into peace as you release yourself from stress. Step on to the firm foundation of faith in My word, in My kingdom, and in relationship with Me, says the Lord. When your...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-05-2024, 06:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By bluidkiti
May 5 The purpose of life is a life of...

May 5

The purpose of life is a life of purpose.

~Robert Byrne

When we first get sober, our main job for the first couple years is just to get well. It's a big job because our disease has...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-04-2024, 09:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By willbe275
May the fourth be with you:)

May the fourth be with you:)
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-04-2024, 09:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By willbe275
This is an awesome read from todays thought. ...

This is an awesome read from todays thought.

Resolve to be thyself; and know that who finds himself, loses his misery.

~Matthew Arnold

Our need for approval compels us to try to look good -...
Forum: Daily Spiritual Meditations 05-04-2024, 06:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,300
Posted By bluidkiti
May 4: Some of you, My people, are more creative...

May 4: Some of you, My people, are more creative than others, but everyone is creative in his own way and genre. Some of you have neglected your gift by being immersed in the stark reality of...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-04-2024, 06:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By bluidkiti
May 4 Resolve to be thyself; and know that...

May 4

Resolve to be thyself; and know that who finds himself, loses his misery.

~Matthew Arnold

Our need for approval compels us to try to look good - no matter what's going on. We imagine...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-04-2024, 05:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By bluidkiti
May 5 Something good from it What...

May 5

Something good from it

What irritates you does not last. Consider that, let go of the irritation, and move on.

What frustrates you provides insight into your own priorities. Use that...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-04-2024, 05:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By bluidkiti
May 4 Also enjoy tomorrow Momentary...

May 4

Also enjoy tomorrow

Momentary pleasures are great, provided they don’t result in long-term burdens. If the cost lingers longer than the pleasure, it’s probably not worth it.

With each...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-03-2024, 07:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By willbe275
Good Friday morning. Love's gentle touch, ...

Good Friday morning.

Love's gentle touch,
Guiding the broken soul,
God's grace shines bright,
Wisdom's steady hand at helm,
Yacht of recovery sails on.

Selflessness blooms,
In service to...
Forum: Daily Spiritual Meditations 05-03-2024, 05:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,300
Posted By bluidkiti
May 3: When difficulties and challenges arise,...

May 3: When difficulties and challenges arise, you must be flexible to do what is required of you. Realize that I am with you to give you wisdom and direction in every circumstance. Do not be afraid...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-03-2024, 04:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By bluidkiti
May 3 Waiting Wait. If the time is not...

May 3

Waiting

Wait. If the time is not right, the way is not clear, the answer or decision not consistent, wait. We may feel a sense of urgency. We may want to resolve the issue by doing...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-03-2024, 04:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By bluidkiti
May 3 One thing or another Devote more...

May 3

One thing or another

Devote more time to joy, and there will be less time for anxiety. Make more space for love, and there will be less room for anger.

Light and darkness cannot exist...
Forum: Daily Spiritual Meditations 05-02-2024, 07:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,300
Posted By bluidkiti
May 2: I know you, says the Lord, and I see what...

May 2: I know you, says the Lord, and I see what you have been through. I have been with you all the way to give you strength and the resolve to endure. Never doubt My love and care for you. Know...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-02-2024, 06:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By bluidkiti
May 2 Your feeling of being unforgiven and...

May 2

Your feeling of being unforgiven and unforgivable is what makes you suffer so. But it only exists in your heart or mind.

~Sogyal Rinpoche

Step Five shows us the way to self?acceptance...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-02-2024, 06:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By bluidkiti
May 2 Good and tired Being tired from...

May 2

Good and tired

Being tired from ambitious effort feels a whole lot better than being tired of doing nothing. If you’re going to be tired anyway at the end of the day, then make it count...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-01-2024, 09:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By willbe275
Happy New Month family, Thanking God for...

Happy New Month family,
Thanking God for getting us though
the month Of April sober happy and free.
God bless you on your new month
Journey in the Lord. Amen.
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-01-2024, 06:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,907
Posted By bluidkiti
May 10 Daily Reflections FREE AT LAST ...

May 10

Daily Reflections

FREE AT LAST

Another great dividend we may expect from confiding our defects
to another human being is humility - a word often
misunderstood. . . . it amounts to a...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-01-2024, 06:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,907
Posted By bluidkiti
May 9 Daily Reflections WALKING THROUGH...

May 9

Daily Reflections

WALKING THROUGH FEAR

If we still cling to something we will not let go, we ask God to help us
be willing.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 76
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-01-2024, 05:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By bluidkiti
Today's Thought - May

May 1

A slogan that can help us is "Keep an open mind."

We are so certain we are right. And part of the time we are. However, the more we grow in Al-Anon or other Twelve Step programs, the more...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 05-01-2024, 05:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By bluidkiti
Daily Motivator - May

May 1

Own your mistakes

You’re going to make mistakes. When you do, acknowledge them, learn from them, and move on.

It all sounds so simple and obvious, as indeed it is. But that doesn’t...
Forum: Daily Spiritual Meditations 05-01-2024, 05:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,300
Posted By bluidkiti
Small Straws In A Soft Wind - May

May 1: You can look back regretting the things you have done and the circumstances you have endured, but it will not change what was or has been. What you can do is repent and ask the forgiveness of...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 04-30-2024, 10:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,558
Posted By willbe275
Big time Amen to that reading.

Big time Amen to that reading.
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 04-30-2024, 05:50 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,647
Posted By bluidkiti
April 30 The life of the spirit is centrally...

April 30

The life of the spirit is centrally and essentially a life of action. Spirituality is something done, not merely something believed or known or experienced.

~Mary McDermott Shideler
...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 04-30-2024, 05:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,558
Posted By bluidkiti
April 30 Quality of attention Notice...

April 30

Quality of attention

Notice what enters your awareness from moment to moment. Does it merely promote and support some worn-out agenda, or is it a genuine experience of life?

The...
Forum: Daily Spiritual Meditations 04-29-2024, 07:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,916
Posted By bluidkiti
April 29: It is time to clear the air and be...

April 29: It is time to clear the air and be honest about your mistakes and shortcomings. Put the times of shame behind you for the last time so that you can forge ahead as a true child of God. There...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 04-29-2024, 07:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,647
Posted By bluidkiti
April 29 Lessons from Pain The will of...

April 29

Lessons from Pain

The will of God will never take you where the grace of God will not protect you.

~Anonymous

Today we are living free from compulsions and addictions, but that...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 04-29-2024, 01:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,558
Posted By bluidkiti
April 29 Make it happen You can...

April 29

Make it happen

You can actually get this done. Start where you are, and keep going.

Don’t be too concerned with whether it’s easy or hard, complicated or simple. Just determine what...
Forum: Newcomers Recovery Help and Support 04-28-2024, 10:22 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 634
Posted By roverl0616
What Brings Us Here

Our difficulty that all of us have is not what any of us think it is when we all arrive here at recovery, but has brought all of us to recovery even without any of us even knowing what this is, it...
Forum: Daily Spiritual Meditations 04-28-2024, 02:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,916
Posted By bluidkiti
April 28: I speak to those who are silently but...

April 28: I speak to those who are silently but profoundly disappointed. Do not forget that I am for you, and I want you to come through in victory. That is My will. Going through difficult times...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 04-28-2024, 02:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,907
Posted By bluidkiti
May 8 Daily Reflections A RESTING PLACE...

May 8

Daily Reflections

A RESTING PLACE

All of A.A.'s Twelve Steps ask us to go contrary to our natural
desires . . . they all deflate our egos. When it comes to ego
deflation, few Steps...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 04-28-2024, 02:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,907
Posted By bluidkiti
May 7 Daily Reflections RESPECT FOR...

May 7

Daily Reflections

RESPECT FOR OTHERS

Such parts of our story we tell to someone who will understand, yet be
unaffected. The rule is we must be hard on our self, but always...
Forum: Daily Recovery Readings 04-28-2024, 02:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,907
Posted By bluidkiti
May 6 Daily Reflections "HOLD BACK...

May 6

Daily Reflections

"HOLD BACK NOTHING"

The real tests of the situation are your own willingness to
confide and your full confidence in the one with whom you
you share your first...
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