The Good Life
February 2025
| Longtimers
In nearly five decades, he’s seen a lot of changes. But one thing he knows for sure—sobriety is amazing
Still Learning
February 2025
| Longtimers
Staying in the Game
February 2025
| Longtimers
Through years of challenges, he keeps showing up. And he can’t wait to see what’s next
A Special Bond
February 2025
| Longtimers
Four guys who got sober together long ago meet to talk, laugh and yes, give each other a big hug
A Little Faith
February 2025
| Longtimers
Because of his religious childhood, he had a hard time with Step Two—until he found that all he needed was willingness
Smooth Moves
February 2025
| Longtimers
A business meeting is a perfect place, he says, to round the edges, get along and get the job done
Wake Up Call
February 2025
| Longtimers
Divorced and disillusioned, this retiree was about to leave the state—and AA too. Good thing he made it to his noon meeting
A Second Chance
February 2025
| Longtimers
Mom went to all the kid’s games, all right—with a flask. Luckily, AA helped her win their love back
Be Not Afraid
February 2025
| Longtimers
A sober firefighter’s near-death experience reminds him that he’s always taken care of
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