Hi Leo, I posted this question, moons ago see # 1802 and was reminded by Arthur that the card I purchased from a vendor at an AA function was a “creative ...
Does anyone know when the long form of the Traditions were added to the 12 & 12, and any reason why they were omitted from early editions, like my June 1973...
What are the "Principles of the Program"? I've seen a few lists, each with different content. Some common terms are: honesty, faith, courage, willingness,...
Hi all-- ...seems to me that I remember reading somewhere that members chipped in and helped Bill & Lois pay a small stipend every month to keep their stuff in...
We have a short form and a long form of our Traditions. In AA or out of AA, the short version of ANYTHING is NEVER meant to be an amendment, revision or...
... Short answer: whichever best applies to a particular situation... what ever yields the best results. While keeping in mind as many of the Traditions [which...
The long form of the traditions were published/adopted first and each provides a more detailed or precise statement than its short form counterpart. The Short...
I just came back from the visit to Stepping Stones. I was told by the person who met me there (his name is Ken B) that Bill and Louis had their furniture in...
Greetings all, I heard someone sharing on the history of the steps the other night and they mentioned a book called 'In The Beginning' and this book contains ...
I believe engraved Zippo lighters were one of, if not, the earliest mementos given out on sobriety anniversaries - particularly the first annual milestone....
It appears four times in Twenty Four Hours a Day (March 21, July 16, March 29, and March 17) ______________________________ From: khemex@... (khemex at...
khemex@...
May 26, 2006 8:27 pm
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Hi folks, in reading once again AA Comes of Age about the Rockefeller dinner I was struck by the mention in there of the fact that transcripts were made of the...
Hey Fellows, Can someone plese tell me when DID AA CHIPS for anniversaries come from and who started them? Sincerely, Denise ________________________________ ...
dcatini@...
May 25, 2006 7:49 pm
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Group, An article has just been published in the May edition of "History of Psychology," entitled "Verification of C.G. Jung's analysis of Rowland Hazard and...
This question was posed by a member of an on-line group to which I subscribe. Any takers? I heard it in a slightly different version, though: "Wear life like...
Hi Tom The book "Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions" was published in June 1953. Bill W described the work as “This small volume is strictly a textbook which...
COSTELLO, CHAUNCEY LLOYD; of Pontiac; age 95. Born Dec. 30, 1910. Surrendered to God May 11, 2006 surrounded by family and friends. Beloved husband of ...
Rebos7688@...
May 20, 2006 5:10 pm
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Jim Blair has an excellent summary of the changes made in the sixteen printings of the First Edition Big Book in message #2258. I wonder if this sort of...
You might be pleased to know that "my name is bill w" is going to be released on DVD in june, I agree it is a great movie and I was really disappointed when I...
My initial interest was in Mr. Rowland Hazard who "saved" Ebby who then "saved" Bill W. I live in La Luz, New Mexico and Rowland's name pops up in conversation...
Ted Harrington
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May 16, 2006 10:08 pm
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Hi Cheryl As relayed to you in a separate email, refer to "Dr Bob and the Good Oldtimers" pgs 72-75 for a recap of Dr Bob's bender at the AMA Convention in...
Was it a gold ring which he was given, or a wrist watch? A GOLD RING: from khemex@... (khemex at comcast.net) A few years ago I had the pleasure of...
khemex@...
May 13, 2006 4:20 am
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Dear Friends, You can view an actual photocopy of Ebby's 1962 letter and envelope at www.4dgroups.org -- click Download/links, then documents. Bob S., from...
My father attended the 1975 convention in Denver and told me that they held hands and sang "Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me." Was his...
What documentation was used in determining Dr. Bob blackout time frame? I can find reference to everything else. How do we know it was five days since he left...
From: Bent Christensen <bent_christensen5@...> (bent_christensen5 at yahoo.com) Hi Eric I'm not sure if this is what you looking for, anyway, you can...
Comments from Jay L. and Tom H. ______________________________ From: "Jay Lawyer" <ejlawyer@...> (ejlawyer at midtel.net) Bill W. for one. Due to his...
Envelope Postage Stamp: Delmar N.Y. January 23, 1962 9 AM Envelope From: E.T.Thacher #1 Oakwood Place Delmar, N.Y. U.S.A. Envelope To: Mr. B Whitney Hillmer,...
I love the Joe and Charlie tapes, but along this line I was wondering if there is anywhere online where Charlie's lead can be downloaded. I found Joe's on...
Hi all. I am not aware of any decorations Bill may have received in the service. Has anyone got any inkling of what Bill was talking about, specificially when...
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