A Southern Maine Woman's Story
A Southern Maine woman has three decades in recovery. Her closest friends are women in her program, and she has had the same sponsor for 17 years. Her grown daughters know they can count on her.
Private Personal Stories
Stories shared without a name attached. The person whose recovery is profiled chose to keep their identity private: first name plus initial, a chosen alias, or no name at all. The work is real, the recovery is real, the choice belongs to the storyteller. Journey honors that choice.
4 pieces
Russ's Story
Russ has not had a drink since January 2017. He has mended his relationships with his ex-wife and daughters, built a successful business, and is healthy again.
Joe K.'s Story
Joe K. starts and ends each day with AA's third step. He has a home group where he feels accepted and real friends who care. He says caring for others has given him a new life.
Beth's Story
Beth quit drinking on Christmas Day 2018. With her sponsor, she worked the 12 steps and made amends. Today, a practice of acceptance helps her find peace.