How love, faith, and resilience transformed chaos into recovery and healing
In this second part of her story, Amber is joined by her husband, Bo, to continue the journey that began in episode 78. Together, they open up about finding each other in the depths of addiction, the separation of prison time, and the resilience it took to build something real. Their conversation is raw, honest, and filled with the kind of hope that only comes from walking through the fire.
Meeting in Chaos
Amber and Bo first crossed paths during Amber’s last relapse, in the middle of a life defined by chaos, drugs, and survival. Despite the darkness around them, they both felt an immediate sense of safety when they were together. What began as a connection in addiction soon revealed the foundation of something much stronger.
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Building Through Separation
When Bo was incarcerated, the relationship faced its greatest test. Instead of falling apart, Amber and Bo used that time to communicate through letters and visits, laying the groundwork for a healthier partnership. Amber shares how she reached her breaking point in jail, dropped to her knees, and asked God to guide her, marking a turning point in her recovery.
The Power of Structure and Support
Both Amber and Bo highlight the role that structure and community played in their healing. Oxford House became a place of accountability and consistency, providing the framework they needed to sustain recovery. They also speak about the importance of individual growth before being able to build something lasting together.
A Family and a Mission
Now parents and leaders in the recovery community, Amber and Bo are committed to breaking generational cycles of addiction. Bo reflects on his role as Executive Director of Oregon Recovers, emphasizing the need for advocacy, community power, and hope. Their story shows how resilience, faith, and honesty can change not just individual lives, but the lives of entire families and communities.
Amber and Bo’s journey reminds us that recovery is not just about abstaining from substances but about building a new way of life. Their story of love, struggle, and resilience offers hope to anyone who has felt lost in chaos, proving that healing and transformation are possible when we walk the path together.
Looking ahead, we invite you to join us at the Oregon Recovers Walk for Recovery on September 27th. The Real Recovery Podcast will be there in person, and we’d love for you to stop by our booth, connect with Julie and Peter, and share your own experiences. Your stories are the heart of what we do, and we can’t wait to capture more voices of hope and resilience at this incredible community event.
Listen to Bo’s Story here: https://mdcr1.com/29
Listen to Amber & Bo’s story here: https://mdcr1.com/79 Read the full blog post here: https://mdcr1.com/79b
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