February 29

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
Today is a unique day; it only comes to me once every four years. It is, in a sense, an extra day - a special treat. What can I do to make this day really count? How shall I take advantage of these twenty-four hours? I can begin by making a commitment to be more accepting of others. I shall be more loving - of myself, as well as those around me. And I will take the time to enjoy my surroundings and the events which occur throughout this time. I will close this novel period of my life with gratitude to my Higher Power for one more wonderful day of living.

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
Thank You for an extra special day.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
God gave me a perfect gift of twenty-four hours and asked for nothing in return.

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December 25

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
For many people throughout the world, today is a day of celebration, giving and receiving, family gatherings, sharing and love, warmth and joy. For many people, however, these occasions may bring out feelings of sadness, loneliness, depression, grief, and perhaps even a sense of hopelessness. For any and all of us, perhaps it is most important in this holiday season that we accept ourselves and our feelings, whatever they are, and that we continue to believe and trust that we are not alone today.

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
Help me to try to retain and maintain love and hope today.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
Love is the most precious gift I can give and receive.

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October 31

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
Halloween - the traditional day for disguises and masquerades. Most of my life I have been wearing masks and showing a phony facade to the world. Much of the time pride has been at the root of this deception (self-deception as well), usually disguising itself as a virtue. I have a never-ending job of uncovering, pride daily so it does not push me backward. Forward is the way I want to go. Pride hides my faults from me and keeps me from helping others, as well as myself. It slows my growth and gives me a false sense of security.

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
I pray I can be realistic enough to accept my assets without being proud.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
I am through with masks and masquerading - except at Halloween parties.

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March 17

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
This day is often spent in celebrations of all kinds by those people of Irish heritage and many others we are Irish for the day. My memories evoke many boisterous parties that ended disastrously. Anger and bitterness spilled over many friends and relatives. Like other holidays, when spent alone, it can be traumatic. Since working on my life with the Twelve Steps, I have found it is possible to celebrate sanely - to be with loving, understanding friends and to have fun without the emotional upheavals of the past. I have to be willing to reach out to all caring people of all races and say, "Let's be Irish together today."

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
Help me remember that holidays can be good days if I celebrate wisely as the program teaches me. Do not ever let me dread another "special" day.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
I cannot be a parade by myself.

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February 14

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
Today is a special day celebrated by lovers in the United States. The heart is a symbol which has been seen in stores for weeks. Sweethearts send each other cards, flowers, candy. We call friends and relatives to say, "Hi, I am thinking of you." We care for each other to be nice to friends and strangers alike. In short, the day is dedicated to love. Why only one day of the year? I can strive for two days and then three and so on. In the past I was afraid to show love for fear of rejection. It is not as hard as it used to be. I have seen how necessary love is to me.

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
Help me to not be fearful of sharing my love and friendship all year long.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
Lack of love will pain me much more than lots of love.

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February 2

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
In the northern part of the United States we honor a kind of silly tradition called Groundhog Day on this date. As the legend goes, this small animal comes out of hibernation to see if he can see his shadow. If the sun is shining, he runs back into his hole and that is supposed to mean six more weeks of winter, which no one wants. The groundhog reminds me of myself in my pre-program days - afraid of my own shadow. I was afraid of my past, my present, and my future. I believed the remainder of my life would be all winter. There was no love to warm me or any hope to kindle a spark of energy to set my inner furnace working. I have learned I have nothing to be afraid of because I have a Higher Power to turn to. My life has grown to include all four seasons: summer, fall, winter, and spring

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
Help me realize the seasons come from my heart and mind.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
Life is fuller with all four seasons.

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January 1

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
It is the first day of a new year. Another beginning of my new life. As I reflect upon last year, I can see many changes in me. It is not the big changes in me that are so interesting; it is the infinitesimal changes in me which count and will build the firm foundation for my future. Just as it takes many little bricks to build a firm foundation for a large building, so it is with my life. I will lay bricks one day at a time and continue to cement them with faith in my Higher Power. I shall enter into this new year in peace knowing I am never alone and am in partnership with the Master Builder.

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
I trust You have a wonderful design for my life already drawn up.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
The construction of my life will go as planned, just so long as I am willing to be crew and do not play architect.

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July 4

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
We have traditionally celebrated the Fourth of July (or Independence Day) in the United States with family picnics, parades and fireworks. Fireworks is a good description of my behavior at many of these famiy gatherings. On past holidays my emotions erupted like skyrockets and Roman candles. Words came out of my mouth like firecrackers -- loud, fast, and hurtful. Thanks to my Higher Power and EA, holidays have become a meaningful and enjoyable part of my life. I have learned to live and enjoy life even though there are unsolved problems.

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
Thank You for holidays and loved ones with whom we can enjoy them. They bring an added spice and zest to my life.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
An anticipated holiday is no longer fearful to me.

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