Category Archives: Sobriety

“When You Hear Your Own Story…”

Posted on 23/08/2014 by Bobo

I love ‘stories.’  That’s one of the reasons I am blogging.  Sometimes I encounter a story that is better just reproducing, rather than attempting to retell it myself.  The following is one of those stories.  It comes from a  book, … Continue reading →

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MSP – 4

Posted on 08/01/2014 by Bobo

4. They Don’t Waste Energy on Things They Can’t Control “You won’t hear a mentally strong person complaining over lost luggage or traffic jams. Instead, they focus on what they can control in their lives.  They recognize that sometimes, the … Continue reading →

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The Path to Serenity – through Anger and Hurt

Posted on 07/12/2013 by Bobo

I recently “relapsed” again.  Not in the “physical” sense, where I actually drank, but int he emotional and spiritual sense.  I tend to do this upon occasion, and its a real bitch for me.  This latest “relapse” was a powerful … Continue reading →

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The Return to Say “Thank You”

Posted on 29/10/2013 by Bobo

In early September 1957 we moved into our quarters on “D” Street at Ramey AFB, Puerto Rico.  I remember that first bright, sunny Thursday, when Mom came home from the Commissary with a trunk load of groceries.  As I was … Continue reading →

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Keep Your Distance, Stranger

Posted on 04/04/2013 by Bobo

Keep Your Distance, Stranger keep your distance Stranger, …stay away! i can sense your interest, …in wondering if i will play. into my life you have all come. friends, foes and lovers, …one by one. i have played with you, … Continue reading →

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And What Is Your Expression for Getting Drunk?

Posted on 13/03/2013 by Bobo

Ever thought about all the various expressions we hear for ‘getting drunk?’  Think about them… An exercise I use in my lectures is to ask folks how they express ‘getting drunk’ themselves.  Not necessarily after a night of “having a … 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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The Rebel…

Posted on 15/02/2013 by Bobo

After I had worked with Bev for about a year, she gave this to me… Is anybody happier today because you passed their way? Does anyone remember that you spoke to them today? The day is almost over, and its … Continue reading →

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AA: “The Troop Who Rides One In”

Posted on 25/01/2013 by Bobo

The Troop Who Rides One In “We should all bear one thing in mind when we talk about a troop who rode one in. He called upon the sum of all his knowledge and judgement. He believed in it so … Continue reading →

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“AA” – A New Thread….

Posted on 21/01/2013 by Bobo

If you have spent any time on my blog here, you would know that I am a recovering “alcoholic.”  At least, today I am…  AA is ‘Alcoholics Anonymous;’ yet I am about as ‘anonymous’ as Coca Cola!  I appreciate and … Continue reading →

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