January 25 daily reflection

WHAT WE NEED—EACH OTHER 

. . . A.A. is really saying to every serious drinker, "You are an A.A. member if you say so . . . nobody can keep you out." 

TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 139

The writer then shares that she has evolved her impression of the third tradition. 

My reaction- the third tradition is my favorite AA tenant. I too thought it referred to newcomers. But I understand what she means, the desire to stop drinking is what all AA members have in common.