Raymond has been an active member of AA since first entering the program at the age of 21 while in college in Winston-Salem, NC. He then spent the next 15 years in New York City, followed by 16 years in Dallas. He happily now makes Denver his home where he is also a fellow traveler in ACA. He credits his recovery to a strong commitment to community and the acknowledgment of two simple facts: 1. Selfishness and self-centeredness are the root of all my troubles, and 2. Acceptance is the answer to all my problems.

Lydia celebrates both her sobriety and Al-Anon anniversary on November 17th, 1989 - making her a lifelong "double hitter". Working two programs at once has given her a unique perspective, deep compassion, and plenty of stories along the way. Chapter 7, “Working With Others,” page 98 (1st edition wording)

“Burn the idea into the consciousness of every man that he can get well regardless of anyone. The only condition is that he trust in God and clean house.”  

George Baxter-Holder lives in Austin, Texas, with his husband, Travis. He has been clean for over 25 years, getting clean in Seattle Washington. He lives his life by the quote the basic text, “lost dreams, awaken, and new possibilities arise“.