I am looking for the name of a writer (AA)

[Sokol]

I am looking for the name of a writer (deceased) who wrote about his personal journey with AA (Alcoholics Anonymous). I think he was from New York and may have been a priest. He only died within the past 5-8 years - I think. He was not anti-AA, but disagreed with many of the teachings such as ALWAYS being an alcoholic. If you know of the writer, please let me know.

[Linda Frances]

A big congratulations! Your right, by the grace of God.

[cornfedcowboy]

I reply “no thanks, I’ve already had enough to drink” sometimes when offered a drink or a glass of wine.

[trebb]

15 is a great number. One old timer likes to collect statistics and he said that 95% of the folks who make 5 years and stay active in AA never drink again.

[Roccus]

Depending on who is doing the offering, one of my favorites is, “No thanks...I’m allergic. When I drink alcohol I break out in the strangest places...Chicago...Boston...Florida...”

[Nifster]

Yup and you got em in the right order. ;)

[Nifster]

Alanon, our sister organization, has much to teach those who will listen

[Nifster]

That is a believable number. I have noticed that of the folks who started when I did only a few of us made it to the first year, fewer still to the five year mark, and even less to 15. But those who stay sure develop tight bonds and are very protective of each other. They aren’t necessarily my ‘friends’ but there isn’t a one of them who wants to see me go get drunk.... and they are willing to help me stay sober.

[Sokol]

Awesome.

[Talisker]

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