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Come-Hither Honeycomb is the eclectic fifth book of poems from the visionary mind of Erin Belieu. Whether it’s the relatable humiliation of the doctor’s office morphing into a meditation on mortality, a scathing condemnation of abuse provoked by the image of a fifteenth-century woodcut, or a villanelle evoking the tension of hostage situation, Belieu finds inspiration far and wide, casting her sardonic gaze on the world. In what is her most personal book to date, Belieu faces―with courage and candor―her life pattern of brutal relationships, until she painfully breaks free of them.

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[b]Heartfelt contributions to Grapevine magazine[b] that speak to emotional sobriety—a powerful concept first described by AA co-founder Bill W. Powerful and uplifting, the book Emotional Sobriety: The Next Frontier features stories of sober women and men that depict the personal transformations that sobriety can bring when sober alcoholics practice the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous in all aspects of their lives. In a 1958 article for Grapevine , the international journal of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill W. wrote about the ongoing challenges of recovery that he faced long after he stopped drinking, including his struggle with depression. For him, “emotional sobriety” became the next frontier. In these honest and humble essays drawn from the archives of Grapevine magazine, you’ll discover what emotional sobriety is all about. Many will realize that happiness is a by-product of giving without any demand for return; others learn to embrace the present with gratitude so they may claim moments of real peace. The stories in this anthology show that when we have the willingness to find solutions, rather than stay stuck in problems, we can let go of fear, selfishness, and resentment, put aside selfish demands, practice outgoing love, and become more connected to our Higher Power and our friends, family, and community. With unflinching honesty, this collection includes the voices of AA members reflecting on their own emotional sobriety or, as Bill Wilson put it, «a quiet place in bright sunshine.»

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From Grapevine , the international journal of Alcoholics Anonymous, personal stories of finding a new way of life by working the Twelve Steps Learn how AA members of all ages and all lifestyles from around the world, including spiritual, religious and atheists, as well as newcomers and old-timers, have found serenity and sobriety through the twelve-step program that Alcoholics Anonymous is based on. In this collection of some of the most powerful contributions from the Grapevine archive dating from the 1940s to the present, readers at any stage of recovery will gain perspective through the experiences of their peers andlearn practical ways to apply the Steps in everyday life. With individual chapters for each Step, this honest and intimate collection of timeless stories and letters is a great resource for sponsors and sponsees, to guide conversation at meetings, or to use in personal reflection.

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[b]The second collection of essays from Grapevine magazine[b] that speak to emotional sobriety—a powerful concept first described by AA co-founder Bill W. The editors of Grapevine , the international journal of Alcoholics Anonymous, have collected more than 40 stories of sober women and men that describe the personal transformations that sobriety can bring when practicing the principles of AA in all aspects of their lives. In a 1958 article for Grapevine , the international journal of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill W. wrote about the ongoing challenges of recovery that he faced long after he stopped drinking, including his struggle with depression. For him, “emotional sobriety” became the next frontier. In these personal essays from members of the AA Fellowship, you’ll discover what emotional sobriety is all about. To quote from Bill Wilson, “the development of much more real maturity and balance (which is to say, humility)” in all of one’s relations. Many discover that happiness is a by-product of giving without any demand for return; others learn to embrace the present with gratitude so they may claim moments of real peace. The stories in this collection demonstrate how emotional sobriety is a vital element of recovery from alcoholism or other addictions. These creative, heartfelt insights from a diverse spectrum of sober seekers offer insights that can light the way to your own “quiet place in bright sunshine.”

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With passion and humor, AA members share inspiring stories about their faith and spiritual journeys before and after sobriety. Volume Two of one of our most popular subjects. "The greatest gift that can come to anybody is a spiritual awakening," wrote AA co-founder Bill W., whose own profound spiritual experience helped form Alcoholics Anonymous. In these stories from the pages of Grapevine , sobriety's message of miracles and redemption is shared by AA members whose epiphanies come in all sizes, from ordinary to outsized. At the heart of AA’s program of spiritual recovery from the ravages of alcoholism is the humanistic vision of caring and service to be found in the Twelve Steps. It is no coincidence that AA’s final Step simply says: “Having had a spiritual awakening as a result of these Steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all our affairs.” The perfect read for spiritually minded people of all types, this is Volume Two of one of AA Grapevine’s most popular subjects.

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Esta nueva edición en español incluye los cinco ensayos clásicos escritos por Bill W., para la revista Grapevine sobre temas básicos de nuestro programa de recuperación (fe, miedo, honradez, humildad y amor), así como el famoso ensayo de Bill sobre el anonimato.

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A collection of encouraging writings from Grapevine magazine that illuminate the varied experiences of belonging to an AA group today The home group is very much the beating heart of the Alcoholics Anonymous experience. In this volume of contributions to Grapevine , members speak about the importance and joys to be found in having a place that their sobriety considers «home.» With contributions from a diverse array of AA members, The Home Group: Heartbeat of AA offers stories about starting and maintaining a local group, the value of referencing conference-approved literature when gathering, as well as inspiring and sometimes humorous personal tales about service, participation and sharing the Twelve Traditions with peers in environments that are warm and welcoming.

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From Grapevine , the international journal of Alcoholics Anonymous, inspirational stories about living with and overcoming adversity All recovering alcoholics have had to deal with adversity in their sobriety: a serious illness, an ugly divorce, the death of a child, the loss of a house to fire or to the bank. Despite the fear, pain or self-pity that arise when tragedy strikes, drinking is not an option. It’s important to remember that some things are in our power to change; others we have to simply accept. The men and women whose powerful essays were selected for this collection follow both of those paths. Through reflection and meditation, making use of one or more of the Twelve Steps, or working with others, each is able to reckon with the adversity in their lives. These stories of strength and hope show the diverse ways that AA members use the tools of the program and embrace the Fellowship during tough times. No Matter What offers comfort and hope to readers—whatever trials and tribulations they face.

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From Grapevine , the international journal of Alcoholics Anonymous, stories from AA members In One on One , you’ll find sincere and uplifting stories from the contributors to Grapevine magazine about the joys and challenges of sponsorship, the many ways it takes shape, and how it’s considered to be vital to staying sober—and to live a happy life. Through trials and tribulations of everyday life, to times when one is facing what may seem like an insurmountable challenge, a sponsor and sponsee who meet as equals have a unique and powerful partnership. A common thread that connects the letters and essays in this collection is the kindness, friendship and steadfast support that so many have found with their sponsor or sponsee—a helping hand when it was needed the most. There is no right or wrong way to sponsor, only suggestions. Each AA sponsor and sponsee finds their own path.

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In this collection of stories from Grapevine , the international journal of Alcoholics Anonymous, AA members write about how they learned to laugh again. The first thing many AA members discover upon getting sober is often the last thing they expected: laughter. You may not realize that sobriety can be pretty darn amusing. This collection of stories from AA Grapevine is full of light and humorous tales told by AA members—about meetings, early mistakes, funny things sponsors say, navigating drinking events, holiday adventures and much more! Beyond lifting one’s mood and offering a sense of connection to the wider community of men and women in recovery, these contributions remind us to not take ourselves too seriously and to always strive to be “happy, joyous and free.”

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