During the 2011 Grammy Awards it was brought to the attention of many viewers that Eminem was wearing an accessory of the unusual sort. For many the pendant hanging so proudly was an obscure piece of jewelry but as a wife to a recovering addict it was obvious he was wearing the symbol of sobriety from Alcoholics Anonymous. Eminem is proud of his sobriety and worked hard on his most recent album to represent that. According to the Yahoo! Music this was one of the “burning questions” that his fans and supporters wanted to know about. Eminem is but one of many celebrities who have struggled with addiction issues but that makes him no different from others who struggle with sobriety.
Eminem’s fans were dead set on learning what the necklace meant and may now want to purchase one for themselves or a loved one. Though you may not find the exact necklace you can find specialty items similar to the pendant Eminem was wearing. It can be given as a reminder that you haven’t forgotten how hard your loved one has worked to maintain this new lifestyle change or for an anniversary. Take note of these gifts that can be given for special occasions or just because “I love you.”
Medallions and Chips
As a member of Alcoholics Anonymous you’re recognized with a chip that symbolizes the length of your sobriety. The chips given during a meeting are made of plastic but there are coins/medallions available to give as gifts and certain styles are engraveable.
There are some distinctive coins in the collection, as well as, medallions that can be designed by you with your choice of color and an anniversary year. Remembering how long your loved one has been sober is another reminder that you are proud of their lifestyle change.
There are several pieces of jewelry such as bracelets and pendents available though Hazelden. Eminem’s necklace is a single pendant but finding one just like that may not be offered. Ask a jeweler to make an Eminem replica if it’s important that you have the same style necklace.
The Big Book
Every AA member purchases or receives the Big Book after entering the program but sometimes a special copy is just another reminder of how hard your loved one is working on their sobriety. You don’t want another copy of the Big Book but still prefer reading material ? In that case, try an e-book. Kindles are a very hot trend right now and the addition of a Kindle and several e-books may be what your loved one needs to stay on a brighter path.
