Kirk's Journey: From Early Loss to Sobriety and Community

Kirk shares how childhood loss, frequent moves, and a quest for acceptance led him to early drinking, and how a decades‑long commitment to sobriety since 1984 has been sustained by supportive sponsors, friends like Ish, and the fellowship of meetings. He reflects on recent experiences at the “sobriety capital” in India and the power of humor and music in staying present and hopeful.