I think the Great Spirit had something to do with bringing you all here tonight.

Little Raven  Arapaho

For our group purpose there is but ultimate authority--a loving God as He may express Himself in our group conscience.

Tradition Two (long form)   Big Book  pg. 563

Reprinted with permission A.A.W.S.

And finally, we of Alcoholics Anonymous believe that the principal of anonymity has an immense spiritual significance. It reminds us that we are to place principals before personalities; that we are actually to practice a genuine humility. This to the end that our great blessings may never spoil us; that we shall forever live in thankful contemplation of Him who presides over us all.

Tradition Twelve (long form)   Big Book  pgs. 565 & 566

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Grandfather! Thank you!