Okey dokey...
There has been a lot of eloquent writing here, and mine will not be so! My observation of AA and the twelve step programs is a lot of self-absorbed people who like to talk about themselves and wallow in it!....and a "revolving door" for backsliders. In some ways, I see AA as enabling.
Higher power....I believe in it, but ultimately, I am going to have to choose for myself. If I can't do it alone, I will seek help in another arena.
Seeker