MeetMe In The Penthouse Podcast
Hosted by Amy Mosser and Molly Kroeker
63:50 Years Free: A Father’s Legacy of Sobriety
Inthis emotional and inspiring episode, hosts Amy Mosser and Molly Kroekerinterview their father, Bob, about his 50-year journey of sobriety. Bob shareshis experiences from his first drink at age 12, his time in the Navy, to hispivotal decision to quit drinking on October 4th, 1975. The conversationtouches on the importance of decisions, resilience, and the power of communityin overcoming addiction. Amy and Molly also discuss their efforts to honortheir father's legacy by renovating the Alano House in Grand Island, asignificant AA meeting place. The episode is filled with heartfelt stories,laughter, and lessons on persistence, making it an impactful listen for anyonestruggling with or affected by addiction.
Highlights
· 01:03 Introducing Our First MaleGuest: Our Dad
· 01:40 Celebrating 50 Years ofSobriety
· 02:03 The Journey to Sobriety Begins
· 07:51 Life Before Sobriety
· 14:02 The Importance of Communityand Support
· 22:11 Renovating the Alano House
· 30:27 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
Quotes
“ Thatcame later when I realized what I had done and it came through, uh, having goodsponsors” [06:51]
“ You have to be on your toes all the time. It's alcohol will sneak up on youand the devil. Be there with him and, and, uh, he'll get you back in the, inwhere he wants you.” [14:01]
“I've been sober 49 years and 10 and a half months, and if I make it till [Mybirthday]October the 4th…they’re going to have a parade on Grand Island”[20:21]
Links
Findall Amy Mosser and Molly Kroeker’s offerings at sistersnextdoor.com
