A stands for abstinence and the gifts that it brings
B is for believing we can give up bad things
C is for character, losing flaws and finding traits
D is for discipline—not dishes nor plates.
E Reminds us “Easy does it,” my dear.
F: Friends, fellows and faith always found here;
G is for gratitude, God’s Good Orderly Direction
H is for humility and having His protection.
I is for the inside job that we’re daring
J is for the joy in our laughter and sharing
KLM means kindness, loyalty, and making necessary amends
NOP means newcomers, openness, and program friends.
QRS: quiet reflection, service, sponsorship, spiritual healing
T for Tools, truth, Twelve Steps, and the trust we’re feeling
U for understanding, V for victories—
W is for writing our words and histories
X is for eXperience, strength and hope of OA
Y is Yielding to Higher Power every minute, every day
Z leaves us zigging, zagging, and zooming along
Knowing we’re together, recovering and strong.
—Linda M., South Carolina USA
