The Co-founders Son AFG Male

The Co-founders Son AFG Male

In this heartfelt episode of Recovery Radio Network, Bobston shares his deeply personal journey as an Al-Anon member. Bobston's story is a testament to the power of the twelve-step programme and the community that supports it. He begins by expressing gratitude to those who made the event possible, including a special shout-out to the sign language interpreter. Bobston's journey started in April 1979, when he joined the Anchor Al-Anon Group in Gainesville, Texas.

He recalls how his first sponsor was a woman, despite the usual advice against opposite-sex sponsorships, and how this relationship shaped his recovery path. Bobston's narrative is filled with anecdotes about his family, including his wife Betty, who was a member of Alcoholics Anonymous for 19 years before she passed away. He recounts his father's struggles with alcoholism and his own experiences growing up in Akron, Ohio, during the Great Depression.

His father's friendship with Bill W., one of the co-founders of Alcoholics Anonymous, adds a historical layer to his story. Bobston also shares humorous and poignant memories, such as his father's dragon tattoo and the time he was lectured on sex and hygiene. He emphasises the importance of service in recovery, admitting that he was goaded into it by his sponsor but found it invaluable.

The episode is rich with wisdom and encouragement for anyone affected by alcoholism, whether directly or through a loved one. Bobston's message is clear: there's hope and a miracle waiting for everyone willing to embrace the twelve-step programme.