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The sequel nobody asked for, and everybody needed.

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Abby's story is one of resilience, perseverance, and hope. In this deeply honest share, she reflects on growing up with childhood trauma, epilepsy, and later serious physical and mental health challenges, while alcoholism slowly became woven into her life.

Despite academic success, a career in education, and years of trying to hold everything together, addiction continued to take its toll.

She speaks candidly about relapse, recovery, finding AA, and the people who helped her keep coming back. Through hurricanes, hospital stays, failed relationships, and countless setbacks, Abby discovered that sobriety isn't about perfection. It's about showing up, one day at a time.

At the heart of her message is a simple but powerful idea: we don't have to walk the road of recovery alone. Inspired by the Big Book's "road of happy destiny," Abby shares why she wants to be everyone's "trudge buddy," the person who'll answer the phone at 2 a.m., walk alongside another alcoholic, and remind them that hope is always within reach.

A moving story of courage, fellowship, and the healing power of service.