Robby,

Well all I have heard from the "Big Book," I do believe, but the AA meetings I sat through were "taught" by a fellow who just absolutely loved using the "F" word, and it made me ill to hear God/Higher Power used in conjunction and in same sentences. I probably would have gone to more of them if the meetings would be "F-word-less." I can understand those who are offended by that, but it is still no excuse to shun recovery altogether. Though I do know so many who use it, image. I do believe that it is true that no other "program" or institute has saved more lives than 12-step recovery has, (although I am not a 12-stepper and wouldn't dis' anyone who is.)

Happy New Year,
Starfishy <><