Daily Archives: 17/02/2013

On My Way to Work…

Posted on 17/02/2013 by Bobo

This is what it looked like when I was on my way to work; It looks like a departure off Rwy 32R at Randolph AFB, TX.  The gear retraction “may be” a “bit soon,” but Gawd, was it ever FUN!  … Continue reading →

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Recovery: The First Days at Hazelden (3)

Posted on 17/02/2013 by Bobo

After I was assessed as “alcoholic,” a couple folks from Northwest Airlines came by to see me.  They presented a very clear proposition to me; I had a ‘choice’ to make.  I could either fly, or drink, but (now that … Continue reading →

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Recovery: The First Days at Hazelden (2)

Posted on 17/02/2013 by Bobo

Dear Ole Dad ‘morted out’ (died) on 12 Dec. 1992.  He died in the VA Hospital in San Antonio; during the night, alone, miserable and somewhat pathetic from what I was told.  Mom called first thing the next morning and … Continue reading →

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Recovery: The First Days at Hazelden (1)

Posted on 17/02/2013 by Bobo

Sunday, 31 July 1994 was my first day at Hazelden.  It was spent in the infirmary, as per protocol.  We had to have complete physical workups before entering treatment (for alcoholism). There were 6 “units” when I went through; 4 … Continue reading →

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Introduction to “Military Brats” – 8

Posted on 17/02/2013 by Bobo

“My mother, the loveliest of Marine wives, always claimed to her seven children that we were in the middle of a wonderful, free-flowing life.  Since it was the only life I’d ever lived, I had no choice but to believe … Continue reading →

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