People change their names or use different names for a variety of reasons. Two of my best friends go by their middle names, so does my boyfriend. My daughter goes by Bree (short for Breeana). My mom was Vicky for most of her life and hated that nickname so when she moved to NC she started over by introducing herself as Victoria, now nobody calls her Vicky. Actors change their names for the stage and people on a new spiritual path change their names to signify a rebirth. I sort of remember having to pick a name for when I made confirmation as a catholic. I don’t even remember that…

From my very first meeting I have been saying the Serenity prayer for many different reasons. In the beginning it was my mantra whenever I was feeling angry, sad, lonely, crazy, thirsty, or just plain out of my mind. I said it alot! I think I said it about 100 times a day. It always made me feel better. At first the words were inconsequential. I said it, and I was instantly transported into the rooms of AA. I was safe. I became calm. It was just what I needed to get out of my head long enough to call someone or get to an actual meeting. As time when…