“Seldom did we look at character building as something desirable in itself, something we would like to strive for whether our instinctual needs were met or not,” (72).

Hello, my name is Ann Kroger. Welcome to my website. A while ago, at the urging of one of my friends, I began this blog. I had 7 years then. I have 14 years now. With that said, I claim no secret wisdom. I am neither a Big Book Thumper nor a Old Timer. I’ve just been sober long enough to know I have a lot more to learn, and this blog is my attempt at doing that. I hope you will join me on this continued path of understanding addiction and recovery.

I haven’t posted in awhile. I used to post every week, but I returned back to school- first to get my undergraduate, then my master’s degree, and now my PhD (it’s crazy, huh?). I do read comments, though, when they are left for me, and I will respond if you email me. I know we are living in kinda a crazy time, so if you are struggling with being quarantined or finding yourself a little stir crazy, do not hesitate to reach out.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Ann G. Kroger