I was doing AA for a little. I didn't want to get my one year chip because I don't like giving speeches and hate that you have to do that so my sober friends and I just went to dinner. While I wasn't into the meetings, I am glad that I went to meet those few ladies. Good for you though for knowing what works for you. We don't have to do AA or NA to stay sober and I always have to explain that to people, it's annoying! I am glad you got yourself a camera because that's now a sober hobby! For my 3 years I bought mine, too - and I think doing it on the years for the gifts is a good treat. The medallion you got is rad!