Sobriety All The Way: What A Ride - Paperback

by Terry McGeeney (Author), Steve McGeeney (Author), Maddie Friesen (Cover Design by)

Two drunk Irish American brothers attempt to navigate a rudderless boat down a meandering stream of dumb decisions, blackouts, and bad choices. While Terry chases money selling magazine, Steve joins the Marines and fights in Vietnam. With both brother rushing down a river of regret and resentments, it becomes apparent that the only way out is to get sober. As devastation and despair set in, Terry quits drinking in 1968 at age 27, and with the help of 12-step groups and sponsors, he starts his journey of sobriety. Steve keeps drinking in a desperate attempt to outrun the nightmares of war. Then, In 1973, at age 29, he quits alcohol and attends inpatient treatment. Dealing with the wreckage of their past, these brothers chart a new course that leads to over 100 years of sobriety together-leading by forgiveness, courage, compassion and serving others. Terry McGeeney - When he stopped drinking in 1968, Terry dedicated his life to counseling those suffering substance abuse and needing pastoral care. He earned a bachelor of science degree and a masters degree in Human Resource Management from Friends University in Wichita, Kansas. As a recovering alcoholic over decades of continued sobriety, he helped many alcoholics find their way to sobriety. Steve McGeeney - When he stopped drinking 1973, Steve dedicated his life to assisting people with substance abuse and other addictions learn to lead productive lives free of their addictions. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in speech education from Wichita State University. He has written and presented over 50 mini workshops to help others personally empower themselves to overcome obstacles.